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elements of ancient costume
elements of ancient costume
Examples of different articles of clothing characteristic of a period, country, condition or occasion.
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toga
Very long length of woolen fabric that Romans wrapped around themselves, draping it over the left shoulder and arm and leaving the right arm free.
purple border
In ancient Rome, the purple border was worn by magistrates and by boys until the age of 16.
sinus
Part of the toga that draped down over the left shoulder and went under the right arm, creating carefully arranged folds.
peplos
In ancient times, a rectangle of woolen fabric wrapped around the torso and pinned at the shoulders, worn by Greek women.
fold
Part of the cloth folded over the belt to make it puff out.
fibula
In ancient times, a pin or metal fastener used to secure clothing.