For centuries, one of the distinguishing features of the Cossacks (a group of 'free' people who traditionally lived in semi-military communities along the southern edges of Russia) has been their uniform, and in particular the eye-catching hat they are known for wearing, the papakha.Jan 6, 2015
What are Cossacks hats made of?
The Cossack hat (papkha, astrakhan hat) is worn by men of the Caucasus region. One style is tall, worn at an angle, and made of karakul lambskin. They may have earflaps which can be folded up.
What is the traditional Russian hat called?
Ushanka
Why do people wear a papakha?
In Dagestan (Russia's southernmost region, bordering Azerbaijan,) it was a tradition to use the papakha as an aid when asking a woman's hand in marriage. If a young man wanted to woo a young lady but was afraid to do so openly, he tossed his papakha into her window.Jan 6, 2015
What is a Cossack style hat?
Cossack hats are head accessories worn by the Cossacks living in the south of Ukraine as well as along the banks of rivers Don, Kuban, and Terek located in Russia and Georgia. A genuine Cossack hat must be of certain shape and made of either Persian lamb (Astrakhan fur, Karakul) or sheepskin.
Are Cossack hats warm?
If you are looking for warmth on a terribly cold winter's day, the Russian Cossack hat is a brilliant choice. The flip down design of the rear lining of our hats gives you that extra warmth for your ears and neck right when you need it.
Is it disrespectful to wear a ushanka?
Ushanka is not a part of national costume. It's just a common type of hat, easy to produce and good at low temperatures, so wearing it could not be offensive. More, ushanka is a part of police uniform in Germany.