This document describes traditional Bulgarian national costumes as a specific cultural characteristic of the Bulgarian people. It notes that the costumes are handmade using materials like linen, hemp, wool, cotton and silk, and are richly embroidered. It outlines some of the main elements of traditional women's and men's costumes, including various types of aprons, headgear, belts and accessories. It also explains that Bulgaria has six ethnographic regions, each with their own distinctive features influenced by neighboring countries. The document concludes by mentioning that Bulgarian painter Vladimir Dimitrov was inspired by the colorful costumes of young women for some of his most famous paintings.