Wrapping up the ancient world
The era of structural engineering
The great hygiene and comfort rebellion
The modern battle of boxers and briefs
streetspirit Ancient Egyptian schenti loincloths from the tomb of King Tutankhamun
streetspirit These triangular linen loincloths, known as schenti, wrapped around the waist and secured with strings to ensure the pharaoh's comfort.
How many pairs of underwear was the young Egyptian Pharaoh Tutankhamun buried with?
streetspirit The design and history of the ancient Roman subligaculum undergarment.
streetspirit Roman athletes and gladiators wore the subligaculum loincloth for protection during performances.
Which ancient Roman undergarment was a loincloth or shorts worn by gladiators and athletes?
What rare material was used for the ancient Roman underwear discovered by archaeologists in London?
Roman athletic wear: The famous 'bikini girls' mosaic in Sicily depicts ancient Roman women exercising in two-piece outfits that look remarkably like modern bikinis.
streetspirit Wrap the strophium band to discover how ancient Romans achieved the ideal flat silhouette.
What is another common name for the Roman breast-binding band known as the strophium?
A single piece of cloth wrapped around the hips and groin to cover the genitals. Ancient Egyptians wore linen versions as early as 3000 BCE to provide basic undergarment protection.
streetspirit Medieval Braies
Linen threads, / baggy fit, / medieval braies are killing it!
Why did medieval people prefer linen over wool for their foundational undergarments?
What were the loose, baggy undershorts worn by men during the Middle Ages called?