This kroj has a decorative bow made of yellow ribbon covered with floral embroidery in blue, red, white, and green threading to be worn at the neck. The kroj's headpiece consists of three elements - headballs, a cap, and a headscarf (worn in that order).

Feb 26, 2021 · The kroj (plural: kroje) is a Czech and Slovak traditional costume. From intricate designs and puffed sleeves to elegant suits, kroje are a vital component of Czech folk art. As a combination of western and eastern influences shaped by centuries of stylistic shifts, they are a stunning piece of cultural heritage and a source of pride for Czechs ...

Nov 20, 2008 · Kroj are first communion dress, wedding and funeral dress to the women of the Czech lands. Their every day clothing for the fieldwork was different from what they wore to church. Up until World War Two and 1950’s in Czechoslovakia krojs were worn as wedding dresses in the rural areas.

Maggie Gremela’s Kroj are legendary not only in and around Texas, but throughout Czech communities in the US. She’s an expert and has researched ornate folkl...

Slovak and Moravian folk dress (kroje) is stunning, with each piece more beautiful than the last. A full kroj is made up of many components, including skirts, aprons, vests, and sashes. Each region and village has a different style of folk dress.

Kroje (pronounced "kro-yeh") (singular: kroj) are folk costumes worn by Czechs and Slovaks. Gothic influence is seen in tying shawls and kerchiefs on the head. Fine pleats and gathered lace collars typify the Renaissance era.

Apr 30, 2012 · With that said, here are the bits and pieces of the Kyjov kroj. It gets its name from the region it represents in the Czech Republic. For this purpose, I will use the costume I made. I will number the pieces and steps in the order that they are put on.

The Kroj is traditional Czech costume that is worn in festivals or as every day dress. This is the vest, skirt, and apron that make up the Kroj. This Kroj was made by Robin Zak's grandmother.

Parts of woman's Slovak kroj: Black with white floral embroidery down the sides and across the bottom. Trimmed with white crocheted lace. Large silver hook-and-ey …

A kroj is a traditional Czech, Moravian, Silesian, Rusyn, and Slovak folk-dress (commonly called costume) worn by both men and women. These outfits reflect centuries of evolution and refinement and vary significantly by region and village.