Explained: What does bunad mean?

A bunad often includes an apron, a headdress, and a scarf or shawl, and is embroidered and embellished with buckles, ornaments, jewellery and at times, blades. Bunads are expensive and typically worn on festive occasions.

The University of Oslo estimates that one in two Norwegians owns a bunad, which is about 2.5 million bunads.

There are 400 different variations that come in different styles for men and women.

In 2012, Norway’s Ministry of Culture appointed the Bunad and National Costume Council to promote the use of bunads and other national costumes.