The traditional clothing in South-West Bulgaria belongs to the so-called “sayano obeklo” or clothing, typical with the top part of the costume, named “saya.” The saya is completely open on the front and is put over the long white shirt that is the first piece of the costume. It is one of the characteristic pieces in vast regions of south Bulgaria and the Balkans, bordering with the Mediterranean culture area.
Beaded belts were typical for the Blagoevgrad region. People also believed beads helped keep women away from prying eyes.
