Thursday, September 3, 2009

Indonesia - Traditional Costumes from South Sumatra (Sumatra Selatan), 2000



Traditional Costumes from South Sumatra (Sumatra Selatan),
The South of Sumatra's costume is inspired by fashion mode from The Emperor of Palembang that held the power in 16th centuries up to the middle of 19th centuries.
The men wear Tanjak (batik head cloth), Chine's Collar Long Sleeve, wide trouser, songket cloth wound around a waist, and Keris (traditional weapon) slipped in to Badong (belt).
The women wear Baju Kooroong (special dress), Songket cloth, and Shawl.
Additional accesories are crown, triple terrace necklace, bracelet, and harmony sandals.


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