Women traditionally wore _________ that cover the whole body to symbolize purity, status, authority.
Veils
This dynasty (618–907 CE) is known for flowing gowns and high-waisted skirts that symbolized cosmopolitan elegance.
The Tang Dynasty
During which period did the Japanese royal court move to Edo, modern day Tokyo?
Edo Period
This small decorative mark worn on the forehead carries religious and cultural meaning
Bindi
This bright, woven fabric from Ghana is famous worldwide for its colorful patterns.
Kente cloth
Why were turbans important headpieces?
Religious symbol
Only the emperor could wear robes embroidered with this mythological creature, usually with five claws.
The dragon
What two textiles did the Japanese often use?
Hemp and Silk
This lon, rectangular scarf or veil is draped over the shoulders or head as a symbol of modesty and grace
Dupatta
This long robe with a hood is a classic everyday outfit in Morocco.
Djellaba
Where is embroidery commonly found on Islamic garments?
On the edges (neckline, hem, sleeve cuff)
The cheongsam, or qipao, has its roots in long robes worn during this Manchu dynasty
The Qing Dynasty
Exaggerated version of the kimono, used in court and social gatherings
Juni-hitoe
This simple hand-operated tool revolutionized yarn marking and symbolized self-sufficiency
Spinning Wheel (charkha)
Ethiopian men wear this simple white robe to symbolize purity and spirituality
Shamma
Sleeved Garment that was a gown or dress worn by both men and women. Had an opening down the front and was often worn with a wide sash
Kaftan
This shimmering fabric, often woven with gold thread, was a prized export of ancient China
Silk
What period was western-style clothing adapted into Japanese society?
Meiji Period
Clothing in the Vedic period was typically made from these two natural fibers, which were easy to spin and drape
Cotton and wool
Zulu men wear this leather apron-like garment for ceremonies
Ibeshu
What were the three distinct regions of the Islamic Empire?
Arabia, the Mediterranean around Byzantium, and Irano-Turkish Central Asia
These tiny embroidered shoes were made for women who practiced the painful beauty custom of foot-binding.
Lotus shoes
______ developed and created the _____ theatre during the _____ period as a grassroots/underground culture in response to the strict and suppressed attire of the military regime
The Geisha, Noh, Muromachi
This resist dyeing technique, requiring precise tying and dyeing of threads before weaving, symbolized craftsmanship and regional identity in Indian textiles
Ikat
Kuba cloths were historically used to show this social quality.
Wealth or high status