ANCIENT EGYPT
What type of fabric was commonly used in ancient Egyptian clothing?
What is Linen?
Which garment was commonly worn by both men and women in ancient Greece?
What is a chiton?
What was the main component of a Roman toga?
A large semi-circular cloth draped over the body.
What were the main characteristics of Medieval clothing?
Loose-fitting garments, layered clothing, and long robes.
Who were the main wearers of the doublet?
Men
Who were the main wearers of the Nemes headdress?
Who were pharoahs?
Which chiton fastens along the arms?
What is the Ionic chiton?
What was the purpose of the Stola?
It was a long, loose-fitting dress worn by married Roman women.
What were the main symbols on Medieval coats of arms?
Heraldic symbols representing families or individuals.
What were the main characteristics of Renaissance fashion?
Elaborate and decorative clothing, emphasis on the waistline, and use of rich fabrics.
What material was used to make ancient Egyptian makeup?
What is Kohl?
Who were the main wearers of the Himation?
Who are Both men and women.
Who were the main wearers of the Toga Picta?
Roman emperors.
What was the purpose of the Codpiece?
It was a pouch attached to the front of men's pants for modesty and decoration.
What was the purpose of the Farthingale?
To create a wide and structured silhouette for women.
What was the purpose of the Ushabti figurines in ancient Egypt?
What is to serve as servants in the afterlife?
What was the significance of the Peplos garment?
It was worn by women in religious ceremonies.
What were the main materials used in Roman clothing?
Wool, linen, and silk.
What were the main types of headwear in Medieval times?
Hoods, veils, and hats.
What were the main influences on Renaissance clothing?
Classical art and culture, exploration, and trade.
How did the ancient Egyptians preserve their clothing?
By burying them with the mummies.
What were the main footwear options in ancient Greece?
What are sandals and boots?
What were the main hairstyles in ancient Rome?
Short hair for men, and elaborate hairstyles with intricate braids and curls for women.
What was the significance of the Cotehardie?
It was a close-fitting garment that emphasized the natural shape of the body.
Who were the main wearers of the ruff collar?
Both men and women, but particularly fashionable among the upper class.