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Apache Clothing and Adornment: A Study of Traditional Attire
An overview of Apache clothing across groups and eras, from hide garments and moccasins to cloth camp dresses, jewelry, and the dress worn by Apache people today.
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Dress and Adornment
Clothing, jewelry and regalia across Apache groups.
Apache Clothing: The Traditional Attire of the Apache Tribes
How Apache boot moccasins with turned-up toes were made and worn, why they suited desert terrain, and how footwear styles differed between Apache groups.
Apache Jewelry and Craftsmanship: A Legacy of Tradition
A look at contemporary Apache jewelers, the materials they use, how their work relates to Navajo silverwork, and how buyers can support authentic makers.
Apache Jewelry: The Traditional Adornments of the Apache Tribes
A look at older Apache adornment: shell, turquoise, tin jingles, hair ties and other ornaments, and what the historical record can and cannot tell us.
Apache Regalia and the Environment: A Display of Pride and Tradition
A look at the plant and animal materials used in Apache regalia, how they are sourced today, and how wildlife and feather laws affect makers and collectors.
Apache Regalia: A Display of Pride and Tradition
What Apache people wear at powwows and public events, how this regalia differs from ceremonial items, and how to be respectful when attending as a guest.
Apache Tribe Culture: The Importance of Traditional Clothing in Their Society
How the cloth camp dress developed among Apache women in the 19th century, how it is made, and why it is worn today as a visible mark of identity.
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