The traditional costumes of Maldives are quite simple. Men wear sarongs (a length of clothing wrapped around the waist) with a long sleeved shirt, which is invariably white. Cotton is the preferred fabric due to the island’s tropical weather.
The traditional dress for women is called Dhivehi libaas. The costume, which resembles a dress, is typically worn during special occasions, festivals and during dance performances. Dhivehi libaas showcases one of Maldives’ most unique embroidery techniques- that of kasabu viyun. Kasabu viyun entails silver and gold lace; hand weaved into the neckline of Dhivehi libaas.
Very few crafts people currently practice kasabu work- it is therefore very rare and difficult to obtain for purchase.
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