Tarkhan Dress: The World's Oldest Outfit Worn 5,000 Years Ago in Egypt

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Tarkhan Dress: The World's Oldest Outfit Worn 5,000 Years Ago in Egypt
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The Tarkhan Dress, dating back to around 3500-3100 B.C. in Egypt, is the world's oldest known tailored woven garment, providing valuable insights into early textile manufacturing and fashion in ancient Egyptian civilization. It was discovered in a tomb near Cairo and was likely worn by an elite individual before being used as funeral attire.

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