Overview
In this age when hunting-and-gathering life took root region by region, dress too diverged to suit the environment.
Key garments and style
In many regions tanned hide and fur clothing continued, while in dry areas plaited plant-fibre sandals, belts and bags were made. Shell, stone and bone were used for ornament.
Transition
In the Formative period, as cotton growing and weaving began in Mesoamerica, woven dress flowered.