Men
Long hair, usually in a ponytail or single braid. Can be very long, sometimes
bound with metal rings. Beards are common. Most men wear close fitting shirts
and a below-the-knee, pleated kilt, worn with a belt, and sometimes a leather
apron. Long, thick overcoats and thick socks or stockings are normal in cold
weather.
Large, thick belts with elaborate buckles are associated with craftmanship, and
many men pride themselves on having made their own belt buckles with rare or
valuable materials. Work or craft tools worn on the belt are associated with
masculinity. Heavy boots are associated with manual labour and have been
elevated to a masculine signifier in general fashion.
Women
Long hair, usually worn free at about shoulder length. Trousers are associated
with femininity and worn as pleated slacks with a crease, or tight-fit
stockings made of breathable fabric. Shirts are often puffy or frilly blouses,
worn under a long waistcoat that reaches below the hips. In cold weather, big
fluffy jumpers with tails and thick stockings are normal.
Scarves worn with one end wrapped and one end hanging long are associated with
leadership and are common for women in positions of authority or
administration. Shoes are usually colourful flats with decorative embroidery or
textures.
Young women will often decorate each other’s shoes as a bonding activity, and
finely decorated shoes are a signifier that one has a lot of friends. Decorated
shoes are worn with pride even well into adulthood. Popular styles involve
intricate embroidery with curling, organic filigree and floral motifs.
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Children
Preadolescent children are usually dressed in very simple one-piece frocks with
plain colours until they take an interest in dressing
themselves, and have their hair cut short.