- Traditional costumes
- Female suits
- Male suits
- Wardrobe according to the main areas
- Pacific Coast
- Quibdo
- Capurganá
- References
The costumes of the Pacific region of Colombia are characterized by their bright colors, their simplicity and fine fabrics. This area stands out for having a strong influence of the culture of Africa, a consequence of the high African population located in the territory.
In the Pacific region, the population with very limited economic resources predominates, which is reflected in their typical clothing, which is quite simple without too much retouching or extravagance.
The costumes are made of soft fabrics like silk, and designed to provide comfort when dancing.
Traditional costumes
Dancing is an element that distinguishes this Colombian region, so its typical costumes and wardrobes are usually made thinking of granting freedom of movement when performing dances and dances.
Colors can be varied. However, a penchant for bright colors such as red, yellow and orange is normal.
This is especially true in women's wardrobes, which may also have embroidery on the top.
Traditionally men's clothing is even simpler, with the use of white in the upper and lower garments predominant.
Female suits
The set for the typical female costumes consists of two pieces: a blouse and a skirt up to a little below the knees. The blouse can include embroidery and be accompanied by a white scarf, although this can also go on the head.
Bright colors predominate, which can be in contrast (a white blouse and a red skirt) or combined. For a more informal dress, the top piece is the same and the bottom piece is changed for a miniskirt in some pastel color.
Despite the difference between the costumes, both are considered suitable and comfortable for dancing.
Male suits
For traditional men's costumes, a strong predominance of white is noted. Although there is a huge amount of variation in the possible combinations between colors, the most common is that the outfit is completely white.
They wear a silk shirt, denim pants and espadrilles, and all the pieces are white. Additionally, a red scarf can be used on the head or on the neck of the shirt.
Less formal clothing changes to simpler flannel and linen pants. However, the white color remains.
Wardrobe according to the main areas
Depending on the area of the Colombian Pacific, the typical clothing for certain cultural celebrations may vary slightly, while maintaining the main structure that has been mentioned above.
Pacific Coast
Taking into account the climatic conditions of the region, in this area where the simplest changing rooms are found.
Not many embellishments or embroidery included. The fabrics are light and white is widely used.
Quibdo
It is the region with the largest concentration of African culture in Colombia. About 95% of its population is of this ethnic group.
The most colorful costumes are usually those of Quibdó, where hats and caps are also usually added to the costumes.
Capurganá
As in Quibdó, the costumes are very colorful. They are even combined with costumes for parades and other folk events.
References
- Clothing from Colombia (nd). Retrieved on October 17, 2017, from Colombia Cultural.
- Typical costume from Colombia (sf). Retrieved on October 17, 2017, from EcuRed.
- The Pacific Region (nd). Retrieved on October 17, 2017, from Colombia.
- Typical costumes of Colombia by regions (January 2017). Retrieved on October 17, 2017, from Viaje Jet.
- Typical Costumes (nd). Retrieved on October 17, 2017, from the Pacific Region.