Ancient Egyptian Fashion

Even today, Egypt is a land of mystery that attractsover the body. Members from the royal family wore
people from all over the world. The history of theheaddresses to show their status. The tunics came
country is amazing and one of the oldest in the world.until the waste and could be either tight fitting or loose,
Ancient Egyptian civilization was highly advanced forand then a skirt would be worn. These skirts were like
its time and this would explain why it flourished for sokilts of varying lengths. Men from rich families wore
many centuries.long skirts that were pleated in the front. The skirts
While a lot is known about their constructionwere fastened to the waist with the help of a belt.
techniques, use of medicine and advanced agriculturalWomen wore tunics and skirts that were full length
practices, not many people pay attention to ancientand they would adorn themselves with jewelry. The
Egyptian fashion. However, people will be quitejewelry was an important part of ancient Egyptian
surprised to learn that fashion and trend were followedfashion. The pieces were highly elaborate and beautiful.
quite serious in ancient Egypt.And women from all walks of life wore jewelry. The
Given the temperatures in the kingdom, it should nothigher strata women used to wear cloaks when going
come as a surprise that ancient Egyptians favoredout.
lightweight and breathable fabrics. The elite of the landFootwear was like sandals that had straps. These
were seen wearing the best quality linen. Often thiswere made from leather. In addition, use of cosmetics
was transparent in nature and was woven inwas common and they were made from extracts of
workshops and homes of laypeople.plants. The main purpose of cosmetics was to protect
Both men and women wore tunics that were wornthe skin from the harmful rays of the sun.
over pleated skirts. Usually the clothes were draped