“Chador Shab” Weaving in Northern Iranian Village

Qassemabad village in Roodsar County, Gilan Province, is internationally known for its traditional costumes. However, the Chador Shab, a kind of homemade outer garment for women, is also woven by female weavers in this region.

The colourful Chador Shab is woven using cotton, wool, and silk strings, and is tied around women’s waist to avoid humidity or is used as a bedcover or handbag.

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