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The Origins of Clothing (from Loin Cloth to T-shirt)

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Egyptian Loin Cloth

Yesterday, I set the premise of how clothes originated from the Neanderthals. Today, I will continue to talk about the development of clothing from the early human civilization to the modern times – from the basic loin cloth to the branded Port Authority shirts.

The Ancient Loin Clothes
The Egyptians, Israelites, Mesopotamians, and the Persians were the first people to wear loincloths. It is the most appropriate type of clothing for them because of the region’s hot and humid weather.

In Egypt, the wearing of loincloths soon fell out of fashion. Middle and upper class people started wearing draped clothes. Pharaohs, members of the royal family, high priests, government officials, and other aristocrats crafted their clothes using Muslin (a kind of cotton fabric). Hard to find animal skins, furs, and leathers were also exploited. In particular, skins of leopards, lions, and crocodiles were used.

In 14th Century BC, the Egyptians fashioned the wearing of robes, skirts, and short-sleeved shirts. During this time, only the lower class citizens still wore loincloths.

The Byzantines’ Fashion
Around 300 AD in Rome, the Byzantines designed their clothes with patterns and different colors. Just like in Egypt, social status dictates the type of clothing a person must wear. The nobles and rich wore clothes made of Byzantine silk, while the poor were dressed with resist-dyed textiles. The Roman toga and tunica became the most popular types of clothing during this era.

The Period of T-shirts
Fast-forward to 20th Century, a different kind of dress entered the mainstream clothing market, the T-shirt. The t-shirt was popularized by American soldiers during World War I as an undergarment. They named the dress T-shirt because of its design and outline, which is shaped like the letter “T”.

After World War I, t-shirt was fashioned by many Americans as a standard underwear. In the early 1950s, it evolved to something else – and not just an undergarment. It was James Dean, John Wayne, and Marlon Brando that popularized the wearing of t-shirts as a casual wear.

At present, many brands and types of t-shirts are available for men, women, teens, children, and babies. There are camisole, V-neck, crop top, muscle shirt, ringer t-shirt, tank top, half shirt, scoop neck, and A-shirt. Some of the most famous brands include The Gap, Ralph Lauren, Armani Exchange, DKNY, Calvin Klein, Guess, Hanes, Nike, and Port Authority shirts.

The Origin of Clothes (Part 1)

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Aside from food and shelter, clothing is one of the most essential basic human needs. It is integral to our survival. Many parts of the world have different standard, function, and cultural significance when it comes to clothing and clothes.

There are several studies made all about clothes. Many scientists still debate about when and where it first appeared. However, almost all scholars agree that clothing came into existence even before Homosapiens (or the first modern humans) first walked Earth.

According to the study conducted by Andrew Kitchen of Pennsylvania State University, the origin of clothing dates back to 190,000 years ago. The first makers of clothes were the Neanderthals, the modern human’s ancestors. The study revealed that the Neanderthals were forced to make clothes to protect themselves from extreme cold. As part of evolution, the Neanderthals lost most of their hair parts, thus, giving them little protection from Europe’s intense blizzards and snowstorms. The earliest clothes were made of grass, fur, and animal skins. At that time, primitive tools were used to stitch the dress. These include fish bones and pointed stones.

Soon after, the modern humans realize the importance of clothing and begun adopting it into their daily lives.

All about Clothes: Clothing in the Ancient Civilizations
In Egypt, the first clothes were believed to be created around 5500 BC. Because of the country’s hot weather, their clothes were made of plant fibers. Egyptian men wore loincloths, while the women put on dresses.

In 5th century BC, the Indians crafted cottons into their dresses. The Greeks and Turks, on the other hand, use fabric. Some anthropologists hypothesized that they were the first modern humans to clothe themselves. Although it is highly controversial, some scientists estimate that the primitive clothes dug in Anatolia are more than 8,000 years old.

In the Far East, Japan and China dominated the scene of ancient clothing. The Japanese made their clothes from bark and hemp fibers. In China, silk were cultivated and made into textiles around 5000 BC.

For Practical Storage Space, Use Carport Kits

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A carport can cover the path to and from your house or building, as it protects your vehicles. While carports are obviously made for (as its name implies) cars, its use is not limited to just that. It is an effective storage solution that can house garden tools, boats, or even airplanes.

Carport kits or portable garages come in different sizes and materials.

There are carport kits that are simply cloth canopies. They are not only cheap, but also easy to put up or take down. They can come in different colors and do its job: protecting whatever you are storing while at the same time adding beauty to your place.

There are metal versions of these portable garages. Expectedly, they are pricier but sturdier than its cloth counterparts. Metal carport kits are usually made of steel, which is heavy and of good quality, but you can get more or less the same protection with aluminum, which is lighter. A good one has a sturdy frame, steel sides, and roof.

Carport kits are not only limited to home use. They can be used for businesses, farms, factories, churches, and many more. When you are considering hosting an outdoor event, a portable garage is a welcome sight to your visitors. They can be protected from direct sunlight, and so does your vehicles when the party is over.

While you have the option to hire someone to build you one, you could save more money if you purchase pre-fabricated shelters and assemble it yourself. These portable garages are relatively easy to make and easy to find. You can just go to your favorite search engine such as Google or Yahoo, search for it, and you can have a myriad of choices—from several brands to the kind of materials used.

But how can you find a good one? Weigh your options and consider the use of your carport first and foremost; what are you going to store in it? Do you want a completely enclosed carport or not? See if you can get the best deal with the budget you have in mind, and when you are confident with the information you have, you can then proceed and make your purchase. It is always wiser to check on the company’s feedback before you settle for one online store. After you order online, these carport kits can be shipped to you, and voila, additional storage space for you.