pilgram, it is understood that Mama Mary will wear the traditional costume of the place where she comes from which is the abaya or whatever it is called. and believe it or not, the appearance of Mama Mary as Our Lady of Lourdes (statue)is based on the description provided by St. Bernadeth. The appearance of Mama Mary as Our lady of Fatima (statue) is provided by the three Portuguese kids. and on and on...