Inspiration from Kraków
Here’s a round-up of traditional women’s clothing from Kraków, Poland. Kraków has always been the cultural center of the country. The vibrant images below represent several districts in the west. By the end of the 18th-century styles from the area became fully formed. They have since become emblematic of the country.
I hope that the images will provoke new ideas for creating embroidery or art; and adding floral patterns and layers to your wardrobe!
Two vests, called gorsets: one from the village of Przylasek Wyciąski and the other is from the village of Zielonki.
Gorset from Zielonki.
Wedding party, 1927. The elaborate beaded and embroidered gorset served as jewelry except for coral necklaces and white cotton aprons were embroidered.
Blouse from Pleszow.
A katanka with beads, sequins, and embroidery, worn by older women.
A contemporary katanka (adult and older women’s “jacket”) from Bronowice representative of the style from the end of the 19th and early 20th century. Pompoms or long tassels would often decorate the bodice.
Woman from Bronowice.
Traditional dress from Moglia.
Wedding scarf from Bronowice, worn as a cap by married women.
Do you have Polish roots? Please share your family heritage and textile stories!
Thanks to the following sources:
http://muzea.malopolska.pl/en
https://folklor.pl
http://folkcostume.blogspot.com
http://lamus-dworski.blogspot.com
https://polishcostumes.tumblr.com