Vyshyvanka

Vyshyvanka ( _ua. Вишива́нка IPA |/ʋɪʃɪ'ʋanka/) is the Ukrainian traditional clothing which contains elements of Ukrainian ethnic embroidery. Many variations of its design were created. Usually, it was made of homemade linen which was produced by loom. Local features are usually representated in the shirt's ornamental pattern.

History

The art of embroidery in Ukraine traces its roots back to the pre-Christian period, it has centuries-old history. It is proved by results of archaeological dig and travellers' documentary evidence. As a whole, embroidery is dated from the epoch primeval.