Take a good look at these Ukrainian embroidered shirts

People dressed in traditional Ukrainian embroidered shirts take part in an embroidered shirt parade in central Kiev, Ukraine, May 28, 2016. (REUTERS)

Updated on: May 30, 2016 8:00 PM IST

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People dressed in traditional Ukrainian embroidered shirts take part in an embroidered shirt parade in central Kiev, Ukraine, May 28, 2016. (REUTERS)

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Ukrainian embroidery has an important place among the various branches of Ukrainian decorative arts. (REUTERS)

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Embroidery has a rich history in Ukraine and has for long appeared in Ukrainian folk dress. (REUTERS)

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This cat too is dressed in a traditional Ukrainian embroidered shirt. (REUTERS)

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It also plays a part in traditional weddings and other celebrations. (REUTERS)

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Ukrainian embroidery has many different varieties, depending on the region of origin. (REUTERS)

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Some well-known embroidery types include Poltava, Kiev and Chernihiv (east), Volyn and Polissia (northwest) and Bukovyna and the Hutsul (southwest). (REUTERS)

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The designs have a long history which defines its ornamental motifs and compositions. (REUTERS)

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Every embroidery tradition has its own favourite choice of colours and types of stitches. (REUTERS)