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What is the rigodon dance costume?

Men

* Knee breeches in a muted color, such as black, brown, or gray.

* Long stockings (in a color contrasting with the breeches)

* Low-heeled shoes with buckles.

* Elaborately embroidered waistcoat

* Lace jabot

* Wrist ruffles

* A tricorn hat

Women

* Floor-length gown in a heavy fabric, such as silk or brocade.

* Bodice with a low décolletage and a fitted waist.

* Puffed sleeves

* An apron (worn over the gown).

* Petticoat

* Hair worn up in a towering headdress, decorated with flowers, ribbons, and jewels.

* A fan

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