Woman’s Folk Costume | Dacov Lom, Slovakia

Description

Origin: Slovakia | Velky Krtis region | Dacov Lom village
Era: WWII era (circa 1930-1950)
Includes: blouse, skirt, apron, wrap shawl, kerchief
Condition: good; shows signs of use and age; minor spots; suitable for both wear and display
Measurements (with garments laying flat):
   Blouse – across front: 27″ side to side fully stretched
   Blouse – length: 24″
   Blouse – sleeve: 21″ from collar to cuff
   Skirt – waist: up to 44″ around (can be tied tighter)
   Skirt – length: 26.5″
   Apron – length: 26.5″
   Wrap shawl: 100″ long
   Kerchief: 29″ square
Additional Notes: Though specifically from the village of Dacov Lom, this type of dress would have been worn throughout much of the Hont region as everyday peasant dress. The simpler design and lack of bright colors indicate that it would have been worn by a married woman possibly during Lent or time of mourning. The blouse is made of homespun linen with hand-embroidered motifs around the collar. Instead of a vest a long triangular shawl is wrapped around the chest to cover the blouse opening and keep everything in place while working in the fields. The skirt is made of black cotton and has decorative gathers around the the waist. The apron is made of finer cloth and decorated with lace and trim. It was likely originally part of a more festive ensemble, but was later relegated to everyday wear. Perfect for a movie or theater production to capture the essence of everyday peasant clothing as one would expect to see in the early to mid-20th century.