Global Textile Heritage

The World's Traditions, Woven in Thread

Discover the stories behind traditional dress from every corner of the globe.

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Chut Thai is Thailand's national dress — eight official styles for women codified by Queen Sirikit. Learn about each style and when it's worn.

South Korea's hanbok is experiencing a renaissance — from palace visits to K-pop stages. Discover how this ancient dress adapts to modern life.

The áo dài evolved from royal court dress to school uniform to fashion statement. Trace Vietnam's national garment through centuries of change.

Paj ntaub is Hmong textile art combining geometric patterns with narrative scenes. Discover how these cloths preserve history and identity.

The Mapuche trariwe is a silver belt worn by women of southern Chile and Argentina. Learn about its silversmithing and spiritual significance.

The chullo is a knitted Andean cap with earflaps — but its patterns encode village identity and social status. Explore this highland textile art.