The Loincloth in Ancient History
The fabric used for loincloths may have been wool or linen blend. The loincloth is the simplest form of underwear; it was probably the first undergarment worn by human beings and is not as modern as the popularity of womens lingerie. In warmer climates the loincloth was often the only clothing worn, effectively making it an outer garment rather than an undergarment, as was doubtless its origin, but in colder regions the loincloth often formed the basis of a person’s clothing and was covered by other garments. In most ancient civilizations, this was the only undergarment available. The loincloth continues to be worn by people around the world.