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The skirt was not always a part of women's clothing. In ancient Egypt, it was exclusively worn by men who would wrap a strip of fabric around their hips and secure it with a cord at the waist. To learn more, click "Read more".

This particular hip wrap was known as the "schenti". Both commoners and pharaohs would wear it, with the only difference being the quality of the fabric. Meanwhile, the Assyrians had a preference for a garment called "kandi", which could be made from wool, cotton, or linen. The length of the kandi indicated the owner's wealth and status. The transition of the skirt from men's clothing to women's clothing is a topic of debate among fashion historians. Some argue that it occurred in the 15th century, while others believe it happened earlier than the 19th century. They argue that considering the skirt as a distinct article of clothing before the 15th century is not feasible. Nevertheless, the evolution of the skirt within women's fashion did begin in the 15th century. Agnès Sorel, the mistress of French King Charles VII, introduced the train into fashion. This trend caused outrage among church officials, who labeled it the "devil's tail" and initiated a "witch hunt". Girls were only permitted to wear a train at balls under pressure from the church authorities. However, the most striking train was worn by Catherine II during her coronation, measuring 70 meters in length. It was only in the 20th century that the skirt started to take on its familiar appearance. It gradually became less voluminous, the hem rose higher from the floor, and thus the "midi" and the bold "mini" skirt styles were born. Today, the skirt remains a key component of women's fashion.

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