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What should be England’s national dress?

Ray Egan dressed as John Bull, protesting against Kraft's takeover of Cadbury in 2010. — Ray Egan dressed as John Bull, protesting against Kraft’s takeover of Cadbury in 2010. Photograph: David Sillitoe for the Guardian

England has no consistent national dress, other than John Bull’s costume, which is hardly worn. If we wanted to create one, what should it be? I’m a costume designer and have no suggestions ...

David Cockayne, Lymm, Cheshire

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