Fancy Shawl Outfits Gallery
Native American Dance Styles :: Women's Fancy Shawl Outfits
Powwow Events
Powwow events or gatherings are a celebration of Native American heritage and traditions. They are a way for Native Americans to connect with each other while keeping their culture alive through dance, song and storytelling. Many of these powwow events are open to the public, and they provide opportunities for Native Americans to educate non-natives about their culture and traditions. While powwow events occur year-round, most are held between Memorial Day and Labor Day throughout the United States and Canada. They are an important part of Native American life and lots of fun for all who attend. For a list of Powwow events, see our Powwow Events Calendar.
Women's Fancy Shawl Dance
The Women's Fancy Shawl Dance is a beautiful and very strenuous dance typically performed by younger ladies and girls at Powwow events. It is a fast dance that requires stamina and gracefulness, along with intricate footwork. Each dancer wears a fancy shawl decorated with colorful designs made of appliqué, ribbons and painting. The shawl has long fringe or ribbons that flow with the movements of the dancer. Fancy Shawl Dancers create the illusion of a butterfly floating through the air by dancing light on their feet and twirling around with their shawl extended like butterfly wings.
Women's Fancy Shawl Regalia
Women's Fancy Shawl regalia seen at Powwow events include a dress or skirt, leggings, moccasins, and a beautifully decorated fancy shawl. The shawl is worn draped over the shoulders and is usually made of colorful lightweight fabric. It is decorated with appliqués, paint, and ribbons in a way that has meaning to the dancer. The dress or skirt and leggings can either be plain or decorated, but they are made of fabric and colors that coordinate with the fancy shawl.
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Crazy Crow Trading Post has long been your number one source for powwow craft supplies for your Women's Fancy Shawl Outfits and other needs. This photo gallery represents Women's Fancy Shawl Dance outfits, both Northern and Southern Plains, mostly taken at Gathering of Nations Powwow in Albuquerque, New Mexico. We thank Derek Matthews of Gathering of Nations, and others who have given permission to present these photos in this gallery.
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