Ceinture fléchée
The ceinture fléchée (French for arrowed belt) is a type of colorful belt, a traditional folkloric garment of the Quebec people of the 19th century (of the Lower Canada, Canada East and early confederation eras). The ceinture fléchée is to Quebecois as the kilt is to the Scots. It is adorned by a arrowed pattern. It was worn around the winter coats of the time. It is also a symbol of the Patriotes Rebellion, and the Quebec City Winter Carnival, as it is worn by the festival mascot, Bonhomme Carnaval. Imitations are sold and seen throughout the event.