Overview

The dress of the Parthian riding empire was practical yet splendid tailored clothing.

Key garments and style

Men wore a belted knee-length tunic with full trousers and an open-fronted coat over it, with rich decoration and hanging ornaments; the princely statues of Hatra record its splendour.

Transition

With the rise of the Sasanians, this tailored dress was refined into the height of court dress in figured silk.