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The traje de luces [1] ('suit of lights') is the traditional clothing that Spanish bullfighters (toreros, picadores, and rejoneadores) wear in the bullring. The term originates from the sequins and reflective threads of gold or silver.
Traje de luces, also known as suit of lights, is a dress worn by matadors in bullfighting. It consists of a short jacket, a waistcoat, and knee-length trousers of silk and satin, decorated with gold, silver, or coloured silk.
The suit of lights, as we know it today, derives from the Goyaesque suits (worn at the time of Francisco de Goya), which were first used in the second half of the 18th century. Its evolution is...
Learn about the origins, techniques, and evolution of el traje de luces, or a “suit of lights,” worn by toreros, or bullfighters, in Spain. See examples of these extravagant and elaborate ensembles from the Phoenix Art Museum collection.
The modern bullfighting outfit, also known as the “traje de luces” or “suit of lights,” was first introduced in the late 19th century. The suit of lights was designed to be both practical and visually striking. It is made up of three main pieces: the jacket, the pants, and the cape.
7. Apr. 2023 · The matador's suit is the most recognizable aspect of bullfighter clothing. The suit is called the traje de luces, which translates to "suit of lights." The suit is made of silk or satin and is decorated with sequins, embroidery, and gold or silver thread.
Traje de Luces | Suit of Lights is an expressive documentary composed with footage of a Spanish bullfight, that iconic imagery of highly decorated masculinity and violence masked as nationalism. The footage was drawn from Jacques Madvo Collection material filmed in Spain between 1976-1978.
