What did the Plymouth people wear in 1620?

In the 1620s, clothing in the English colonies was similar to that worn in England at the time, with some modifications for the local environment and resources. The Plymouth colonists came to America from various parts of England, so they brought with them a variety of clothing styles and traditions.

Men typically wore woolen shirts, breeches (knee-length pants), and stockings, as well as shoes or boots. In cold weather, they might add a coat or cloak. For work or travel, they might wear a leather jerkin or vest, and a hat to protect their heads from the sun or rain.

Women typically wore linen or woolen shifts (long, loose dresses), kirtles (a skirt and bodice worn together), and stockings, with shoes or boots. They also wore head coverings, such as coifs or bonnets. For special occasions, they might wear a gown, which was a more elaborate and expensive type of dress.

Children's clothing was similar to that of adults, but often made of simpler materials or handed down from older siblings.

In general, the clothing of the Plymouth colonists was plain and functional, reflecting their religious beliefs and the harsh conditions of life in the New World.