Domincan Republic
Culture
Wob Dwiyet: It was a garment design conceived by freed slaves. It consisted of a long cotton petticoat decorated by ribbons. It is then covered by an outer dress with narrow sleeves at wrist length. It is also known as Gwan Wob.
Blusa: A traditional blouse worn by women. It is usually made of cotton or linen. The traditional blusa has a wide variety of designs, styles, and colors, and it can be embroidered or decorated with lace, sequins, or other embellishments. Some of the traditional blouses are made with huipil, a type of blouse made by the indigenous women.