Chickasaw Nation
Governor Bill Anoatubby and Lt. Governor Chris Anoatubby
Governor Bill Anoatubby and Lt. Governor Chris Anoatubby
Traditionally, Chickasaw clothing was made from animal skins—especially deer but also other furs—and from cloth, which was woven from mulberry bark thread, buffalo hair, and hemp.
Historically, Chickasaw men wore breechcloths and deerskin shirts with occasional moccasins. In the winter, they would wear fur robes, deerskin leggings, or high deerskin boots. After European influence, men wore long shirts with a loose collar, ribbons would be on it and a belt/sash would be worn.
Historically, Chickasaw women wore hide skirts with belts or sashes with occasional moccasins. In the winter women also wore fur robes. During ceremonies, robes would have feathers woven into them too. After European influence, women wore long-sleeved dresses with vivid colors and loose ribbons. An apron was worn with it, and a neckline with ruffles was often a part of the dress.
Modern Chickasaw men and women will wear similar clothing to their traditional clothing. Except men will trade out the deerskin breechcloths for jeans. Women wear dresses similar to the traditional ones after European Influence.