Overview

In the Greek world that Alexander’s campaigns spread as far as the East, dress too grew richer under local influences.

Key garments and style

The basic draped garment was kept, but thin, fine fabric was favoured and an elegant, complex draping of the himation around the body became fashionable; the Tanagra figurines record this refined women’s dress.

Transition

When Rome annexed Greece, this dress mingled with Roman clothing.