aboyne dress

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What does aboyne dress mean?

The dance costume prescribed for females performing the Scottish National dances in competitions at Highland games gatherings. It consists of a dark bodice or elaborate waistcoat, decorative blouse, full tartan skirt and sometimes a petticoat and apron, or a tartan sash.

Where does aboyne dress come from?

Named for the Aboyne Highland Gathering, whose organizing committee designed it.

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