Oslobunad

Most bunads and other Norwegian national costumes are based on traditions of the area they’re from. The Oslobunad, on the other hand, was designed in 1947, and was originally created for the 150 year jubilee of the city’s first department store. In 2007 it was given national costume status.

The colours of is costume was based on the Oslo’s crest, and the bag even features St. Harvard, the patron saint of Oslo. It also features several wildflowers found in the region. As late as 2013 the costume was made available in a dark blue as well.

This year has been a bit different, which also includes a different way Norway has spent celebrating its national day. Usually there are large parades and lots of people gathering, but due to Corvid-19 that hasn't been possible. Therefore I decided to paint some of Norway's national costumes, which are often seen during our national day. Call it my way of partaking in the celebration.