Byzantine Fashion and Attire Quiz

A colobium is a type of garment worn as a tunic.

Braies, bracchae, and hose were all lower body garments worn by men in medieval times. Braies were an undergarment, bracchae were outer trousers, and hose were tight-fitting leg coverings. Breeches were also a common item of clothing worn by men. Therefore, the correct answer includes both hose and breeches as they were part of traditional male attire.

A tablion is a decorative patch sewn onto the Paludamentum, which was a cloak worn by high-ranking Roman officials.

A paludamentum was a specific type of garment worn as a cloak or cape by high-ranking Roman military officials.

CLAVI is typically used to describe decorative bands or trims, often in architecture and design.

TUNICA TULARIS specifically refers to a long tunic, as opposed to a short dress, baggy trousers, or sleeveless shirt.

Roundels refer to circular motifs, commonly used in art and design.

A palla is a specific item of clothing worn by women, not a dance, food item, or a unit of measurement.

A lorum is a decorative panel worn down the front and back, typically associated with traditional clothing or costumes.

Segments are defined as square shaped motifs. Circle, triangle, and rectangle shaped motifs are different from segments.

A torque is commonly associated with the gold neck rings worn by the Celts as a form of jewelry and cultural symbol.

A chasuble is a liturgical vestment typically worn by priests during church services.

Pendants are actually jeweled strands that hang from coronets, often worn as an ornamental decoration.