Wedding Tunic and Ensemble

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This ensemble includes some of the garments worn by a bride on the occasion of her wedding. The opulent tunic is heavily embroidered with stylized symbols which promote fertility and good luck. Bridal attires is often decorated with symbols, such as the tree of life motif, intended to protect the bride who is seen as especially vulnerable during this pivotal moment in her life.

Wedding Tunic and Ensemble, Cotton, velvet, metal wrapped thread

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