þjóðbúningar
Þjóðbúningar, or national costumes, are traditional garments that symbolize a nation’s or a community’s cultural heritage. They are typically worn during ceremonies, folk performances, and national celebrations, and often serve to express regional identity within a country.
They vary widely by region and history. Most national costumes consist of a coordinated set of garments
Origins and revival: National costumes emerged in Europe during rising nationalist movements in the 19th and
In Iceland, the term þjóðbúningar refers to the Icelandic national costume, worn on national events and cultural
Today, þjóðbúningar serve as a living link to heritage, balancing traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design and