Traditional Costume of Libyan Women Through the Ages

Abstract

This research aims to study the diversity and development of Libyan women’s traditional dress from ancient times until the modern and contemporary era, As an important element of material culture and cultural heritage from a historical perspective, also including the social, religious, aesthetic and economic aspects according to the standards of each era. Libyan women's dress styles, shapes and types have varied throughout successive historical periods to match the geographical characteristics represented by the weather condition and climate type for each Libyan region and city. As well as what is consistent with religious and social occasions. The types of clothing also indicated the identity of the wearer in terms of profession, social and religious status, and financial level. Bedouin clothing differed from that of urban women, and that of ordinary women in society differed from those of the wealthy class.