Tunica

• The Tunica was a Roman garment based on Greek clothing, and adopted by the Romans during the third century BCE.
• It was either made from Wool, Cotton or Linen. Tunica is Latin for tunic.

Description

• The Tunica was worn by citizens and non-citizens, and by both men and women.
• It was often worn underneath the Toga.
• The individual’s status was shown by its length:
  • Roman Slaves, soldiers and ordinary people wore the Tunica down to above the knee.
  • The Professions wore the Tunica down to the ankle.