The name is given of espardenya to a footwear, with sole of hemp or esparto, which covers more or less the top part of the foot with llenc, tapes or cords; these also can be of esparto.
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Espardenyes, Espardenya
On Junio - 8 - 2009
Blusón
On Abril - 16 - 2009
Blusones
Blusón
If you want to be really Valencian, get yourself a blusón and scarf. The Blusón is an overshirt, said to originate from England in the 19th century, usually black , it is worn with a blue and white checked neck scarf.
Dresses and jewellery, and traditional costumes
On Abril - 14 - 2009
Dresses and jewellery, and traditional costumes
It is true that the Fallas festivity has brought about a resurgence of traditional Valencian costumes, bringing back styles from the 18th century rescued from rural treasure chests, second-hand shops and antique dealers. Valencia is the only city in Spain that still does silk weaving on manual looms. Delicate damasks, brocades and flowered silk cloth called “espolín” containing multiple colours intertwined with silver and gold thread combine to form a concert in textile fabrics. Only 20cm of flowered silk cloth can be woven in one day, usually at a cost of 2,000 to 250,000 euros per metre, and a dress normally requires from 10 to 12 metres. Luxury prevails everywhere one looks. Read the rest of this entry »
