In the early days of the Spanish missions in the Americas, Native Americans were often required to wear European-style clothing. This was seen as a way of "civilizing" them and bringing them into the fold of Spanish society. Native Americans were typically given tunics, trousers, and skirts made of rough cloth. These clothes were often uncomfortable and unfamiliar to Native Americans, and they could be a source of tension between the missionaries and the Native people.
Over time, some missions relaxed their dress codes and allowed Native Americans to wear their traditional clothing. In other cases, Native Americans were able to incorporate elements of European clothing into their traditional dress. For example, they might wear a tunic made of European cloth but decorated with traditional Native American designs.
In general, the dress of Native Americans in missions was a complex and dynamic issue that reflected the ongoing process of cultural exchange and conflict between Native Americans and Europeans.