One of the most distinctive is the Huila-style clothing worn customarily when performing the Sanjuanero dance. A white shirt with ruffles that drapes off the shoulders and is sequin and lace embellished is worn by women. Colorful satin and lace, frequently with vibrant floral patterns, are used to create a broad skirt that opens during dancing. Her hair is decorated with vibrant flowers. The men's attire is more understated but no less important: a white shirt, plain white pants, a red scarf, a genuine leather belt, and a handcrafted hat.Both men and women dress in the ruana, or wool poncho, higher up in the frigid Boyacá and Cundinamarca region. Men frequently wear brimmed hats, cotton shirts, and twill pants, while ladies are frequently seen sporting long cotton skirts, embellished cotton blouses, shawls, and brimmed hats.. .
Light and breezy clothes is worn in the coastal Caribbean region to fend off the heat and humidity. Traditionally, men wear white pants and a white shirt with a distinctive woven bag slung over one shoulder. In other parts of the region, men wear white pants and a white shirt. Women dress with flowy, light skirts and shirts. The "vueltiao" hat, also known as the sombrero vueltiao, is a regional item that is uniquely Colombian. The dried cane leaves used to weave the black and white brimmed hats are distributed around the Coast. The hat was designated as a National Cultural Symbol in 2004.The indigenous Wayuu group still practices their traditions in the Venezuelan bordering department of La Guajira, including its attire.
Large black communities on the Pacific Coast continue African customs, including their attire and culture, and residents dress for the heat. Women typically dress in bright, pastel attire that is softly constructed, embellished with flowers, ribbons, and other details. Both short and bright skirts reach the ankle. Men also dress casually and colorfully, often pairing their outfits with sandals or shoes made of plant fibers and natural materials. African influences can be apparent in Pacific societies, particularly during important celebrations and dances, as seen by head wraps and other eye-catching decorations and accessories..