traje

Traje is a Spanish noun that designates a complete outfit or set of garments worn together. The term covers formal suits, dresses, and coordinated ensembles, as well as traditional or regional costumes used in cultural events. The meaning can vary by context, from everyday clothing to ceremonial or festive attire.

In men’s fashion, a traje commonly refers to a formal suit—jacket, trousers, and often a waistcoat—made from wool or other fabrics. In women’s fashion, traje can denote a tailored suit or a coordinated dress-and-jacket ensemble, depending on the era and style. The concept emphasizes cohesion in color, fabric, and cut across the whole outfit.

Cultural usage often involves trajes regionales or trajes típicos, traditional costumes worn in festivals, dances, and ceremonies. These outfits reflect regional identities and may feature distinctive colors, embroidery, fabrics, and adornments. In some countries, specific traditional trajes carry symbolic or historical significance and are showcased during public celebrations.

Materials and construction vary widely. Trajes are frequently custom-made or tailored to fit the wearer, with fabrics ranging from wool and cotton to silk and modern blends. Care instructions depend on the material, but fine suits typically require careful cleaning and pressing to maintain shape and finish.

Common compound phrases illustrate the breadth of the term, such as traje de gala (evening dress), traje de baño (swimsuit), or traje regional (regional costume). Together, these usages show how traje functions as a versatile reference to clothing designed as a coordinated whole for a given occasion.