What does ethnic wear mean?

Ethnic wear is the clothing and accessories that are commonly accepted in certain communities. It could be something everyday or even something ceremonial.

Some examples of ethnic wear:

Sari - A wrap style dress that is commonly worn by Hindu women of southern Asia.

Dashiki - A loose fitting shirt with patch front pockets and adornment around the sleeves and neck.

Kilt - Averaging around knee length, a kilt is a Scottish skirt style wrap with a plaid pattern. The patterns often signify linage.

Kimono - Traditionally made from silk, a kimono is a long, T-shaped, Japanese dress.

Hijab - A complex multi-layered veil used by some Arabic and Muslim women for religious and social reasons.