Traditonal vs. Historical

[adempsey10]

Anthropologically speaking, traditional does not imply that it is still being done. The traditional formal attire for ancient Romans was the toga. That does not mean modern Romans still do this. 'Traditional' is more of a cultural theme. It implies that this theme is duplicated and maintained over time. 'Historical' and 'traditional' are not necessarily opposing, nor does something become historical when it falls out of tradition or everyday use. The Prince Charlie look, which is considered traditional and still in use would also be considered historical, in the sense that it was also the prevailing kilted attire 100 years ago. It is both modern and historical because the attire has remained relatively unchanged due to tradition. From a purely anthropological standpoint. It seems there are different classifications being presented here that are more related to fashionable trends. As in, something becomes historical when it falls out of popular use. It is modern if it is still in use. etc.