The costume of this village distinguishes itself from many other by its completeness, as well for men, women and children. The woollen material, people need for the dress comes from the sheep, which are reared by the inhabitants. The women spin the woollen thread, which is coloured by them in special colours and is woven by hand to material. The red checkered kerchief strikes very much against the blue of the bodice, the ribbons of the apron are always light blue. The bow hangs in front of the body with long ends. The petticoats are held up by little cushions so that they make the hips broader than they are. Under the singular cap an ear ornament is worn, fastened by a black ribbon. Children wear the same dress, though it is more simple.
On Sundays the Staphorst woman goes to church with a beautiful, silver-decorated bible with chains, clasp etc. She is very clean on her dress.
Men's dress is simple; closed waistcoat and short jacket with two rows of silver buttons. The shirt with the two famous Staphorst buttons is to be seen at the neck.
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