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Morris dancer’s costume

Though England is a country that has a great amount of traditions, it doesn’t have a national costume. So as an example of English national costume Morris Dancer’s ones are often given.

Morris dance is danced in summer mostly in villages. In the past it was considered as a ritual dance, and it is credited with magical value associated with the awakening of the earth.

Classic Costume Various dance groups have variations in the classic suit, which consists of black breeches with bells around the shin, white shirt, vest and a felt or a straw hat decorated with ribbons and flowers.

Parts of Classic Costume. Black breeches with bells around the shin

White shirt and vest

Felt or a straw hat decorated with ribbons and flowers which are designed to protect from evil and bring fertility.

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