The peasant girls, court ladies and women in the villages of northern and central Russia, as well as in the Volga regions of Great Russia, wear the sarafan.
Tag: Russian national costumes

Auguste Racinet. The Costume History by Françoise Tétart-Vittu.
Racinet's Costume History is an invaluable reference for students, designers, artists, illustrators, and historians; and a rich source of inspiration for anyone with an interest in clothing and style. Originally published in France between 1876 and 1888, Auguste Racinet’s Le Costume historique was in its day the most wide-ranging and incisive study of clothing ever attempted.
Covering the world history of costume, dress, and style from antiquity through to the end of the 19th century, the six volume work remains completely unique in its scope and detail. “Some books just scream out to be bought; this is one of them.” ― Vogue.com

Russian Women’s, Boyars, Cossacks and Nobility costumes.
Russia 16th and 19th century. Historical persons and folk costumes.
Russia. Specimens of Headdress of the women of the people.
These bonnet and cap-like headpieces all originate from Old Russia and are peculiar to the Russian slaves. The specimens shown here come from the governorates of Novgorod, Kaluga, Tver and Kursk.

Textilepedia. The Complete Fabric Guide.
The Textile Manual is an encyclopaedia of textile information, from material to yarn, from fabric structure to the finishing process. Encompassing practical tips for a range of textiles and detailed visuals, this ultra-accessible manual is the perfect companion for fashion aficionados and aspiring fashion designers.
The Kokoshnik. Traditional Russian hairstyles and headgear.
Russia. Popular hairstyles. The traditional costume of Russian women especially the Kokoshnik (Russian: Коко́шник) has survived all innovations of fashion.
Peasant costumes from Archangelsk, Novgorod, Russia 1912.
Peasant costumes from Arkhangelsk Oblast and Veliky Novgorod, Russia 1912. Peasant art in Russia by Charles Holme.
Peasant girl of the village of Kieg island, Arkhangelsk.
Russian peasant girl of the village of Kieg island, Arkhangelsk. Russia 1899
The four Grand Duchesses of the House of Romanov.
The four Grand Duchesses, photographed about 1914. From left to right: Maria, Tatjana, Anastasia, Olga. In 1918, at the time of their assassination, Olga was twenty-two years old, Tatiana just… Read More
Types and costumes of the Ural government, Russia.
Types and costumes of the Ural government, Russia. Types et costumes du gouvernement d’Orol. Gravure extraite de la Géographie universelle d’Elisée Reclus 1880. Dessin de Delord d’après une photographie de… Read More
Historical, traditional Russian costumes 1850s.
Historical, traditional Russian costumes 1850s. Gallery: Les nations. Album des Costumes De Tous les Pays. Par Alexandre Lacauchie. Paris. Maison Martinet. Haute Cœur frères 41, Rue Vivienne et 146, Rue de… Read More
Russians in Siberia. Ethnic groups in 18th century
Russians in Siberia. Ethnic groups in 18th century. A Tunguzian taking a Solemn Oath. Russians Travelling with Dog Sleads in Siberia. Mongolian Lady and Priest. Burattians Hunting. From the book: ‘Navigantium atque Itinerantium… Read More