It is one of the oldest surviving dances of the Plains. It is a combination of several dance styles, from the Southern and Northern Traditions. Participants are dressed in elaborate and colorful regalia for the occasion. Men's Straight Dance - Men's Straight Dance is a dance done mainly at Southern Pow Wows. Cloth or leather leggings are worn backwards so the ribbons will show in front.
Long aprons hang front and back from the waist.
Other items such as German silver armbands, beaded belts and woven sashes are worn and tail sticks and mirror boards are carried. Women's Buckskin Dress - This style has movements similar to the Southern Cloth. The Dancers wear elaborate beaded buckskin outfits with long fringe from shoulder. They wear a shawl over left arm and hold a fan in right hand. All fringe must go with the beat of drum.