The ancient Egyptians wore clothing made from linen. Linen is a light and cool fabric that worked well in the hot climate of Egypt. The Egyptians made linen from the fibers of The original Egyptian linen is over 5000 years old and has been internationally classified as the first and oldest piece of woven clothing in the world where it was found in 1913 Egyptian Revival Warm Ivory Silk 2 Piece Day Dress with Green Metal Bu Dorothea's Closet Vintage Ancient Egyptians considered linen to be a symbol of purity and light. They called it woven moonlight. At Tallyna, we value our significant heritage and aim to revive it. Check out our 5,000 year old Egyptian Tarkhan dress declared world's oldest woven garment IBTimes UK