himation
An rectangular cloak wrapped around the body and thrown over the left shoulder worn by the ancient Greeks.
Category: H
gabled hood
A woman’s headdress that is wired to create a point at the top of the head and has fabric that drapes from the back of the head.
French hood
A rounded headdress for women that was popular in the 16th century (from 1540).
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