Costumes And Culture Of Brazil

What does it mean to people around the world to put on costumes to celebrate their heritage, reenact historic events, assume a role on stage, or participate in Halloween or Carnival? Self-consciously set apart from everyday dress, costume marks the divide between ordinary and extraordinary settings and enables the wearer to project a different self or special identity. Pravina Shukla offers richly detailed case studies from the United States, Brazil, and Sweden to show how individuals use costum... [Read More]

How does culture shape notions of sexuality and gender? Why are transvestites in the West so often seen as deviant or perverse, while they are accepted in other societies? What are the implications for the categories of male and female when considering transvestism?Transvestism, and its cultural practice, is a useful lens through which we can view and thus debate models of sex, gender and sexuality. Drawing on primary fieldwork, Unzipping Gender offers a cross-cultural study of transvestism thro... [Read More]

Os livros da coleção Culture Smart! são guias práticos e esclarecedores para você entender as culturas e a sociedades mundiais. Quer você esteja viajando a lazer ou a negócios. estes guias vão ajudar a transformar sua estada em uma experiência memorável e enriquecedora. Os assuntos abordados incluem: - costumes e tradições locais; - o impacto da história. da religião e da política no país; - os habitantes locais em casa. no trabalho e nos passeios; - comer e beber ao estilo local... [Read More]

These stylish and original aprons will have you feeling comfortable and looking good while you show off your skills! They are made from high quality premium polyester fabric and have an adjustable neck for ultimate comfort. Standard size will fits most adults. MEASUREMENTS: 31 inches long and 26 inches wide. They have black straps and ties. With tens of 1000's of fresh and fun designs these cool aprons are highly unique and perfect for any occasion, activity and task like cooking, baking, garden... [Read More]

Dear buyer, our Chinese dress is Asian size, we recommend that you buy the big 1 to 2 sizesIncluded::not included headwear Brand Name:Drem-wardrobe Type::National costume Age Group::Adult women Gender:Women Material:Spandex Dance Type::Chinese Folk Dance Item Type:From Dance Costume Model Number:I do not know Place of Origin::Guangdong, China (Mainland) Size::S M L XL 2XL Style::Stage Wear Dress Dance Type:Chinese Folk Dance

This is a vinyl die cut decal. Custom made right here in the United States. This decal is made to last on the exterior of your vehicle (or where-ever you choose to put it), for around 6 years.

Dear buyer, our hanfu is an Asian size, we suggest you buy 1 to 2 sizes larger, please choose as soon as possiblePlace of Origin:Guangdong China (Mainland) Brand Name:Lady night Gender:Women Material:Spandex Model Number:DC1134 Item Type:Korean Dance Costume Included:1*hanfu dress size:S M L XL XXL Dance Type:Chinese Folk Dance

Ahawoso OUTDOOR Garden Flag 12x18 Inches Brazilian Brasil Dancing Carnival Costumes Feathers Abstract Tourism Samba Brazil America Beach TWO SIDES Seasonal Home Decor House Yard Sign BannerSize: 12" W x 18" L/30 x 45cm; With 1.3 inch wide sleeve. Flag Pole NOT included.DURABLE PREMIUM MATERIAL - Imported. Our Ahawoso garden flag is made of polyester fabric and printed in premium colorfast permanent bright and vibrant colors, which is ultraviolet-proof that keep it flying for many seasons.PREMIUM... [Read More]