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Medieval Costumes for Women – History and Ideas

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Medieval Costumes for Women – History and Ideas

What were medieval costumes for women like? Were they as television and cinema portray them, or different perhaps? If you are looking for a period ensemble for cosplay, reenactment, or parties, it’s best that you do research on them before opting for one. The choices are no doubt aplenty, but they can also lead to confusion. For instance, medieval and Renaissance-era clothes are not the same, a distinction that many don’t know or care enough to bother. Let’s delve into this further. Medieval women typically wore full, ankle-length tunics or “kirtles” over the shirt. In public, a shorter, “bolder” kirtle...

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DIY Pirate Look

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DIY Pirate Look

“What is the perfect pirate look for themed parties?” you wonder. You’ve been called to this gathering of Buccaneers and scalawags and need to be at the top of your game. There are two choices available. You can either buy an ensemble or design one. Say, you don't want to spend too much and are looking for something original. The good news is that the DIY pirate look is not all that difficult. Here’s an easy way to achieve it... White T-shirt: Pick a plain white T-shirt that is larger than your size. The pirate lifestyle was not ideal for...

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Game of Thrones Accessories and Costumes

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Game of Thrones Accessories and Costumes

Most of us who’ve followed and loved Game of Thrones since 2011 wouldn’t mind being part of the cast. To be Jon Snow, Daenerys Targaryen or Jamie Lannister would be, well, pretty cool. Of course it’s not easy. You need acting chops and lots of luck. If that’s a bridge too far, the next best thing would be role-play, reenactment and costume parties, which is not as silly as it sounds, considering the number of exquisite replicas in the market with regard to the hit show’s clothes, weapons, props, etc. There is a wide range of Game of Thrones costumes...

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Middle Ages – Women’s Fashion

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Middle Ages – Women’s Fashion

There was a distinct divide in medieval women costumes that the peasants and the noblewomen wore, at least with regard to quality. Wealthy women wore elegant tunics that fell to the floor. They were colorful and vibrant with luxurious fabric and intricate embroidery. Initially, fur was preferred on the inside of clothes for warmth, which was replaced by fur trim as the era progressed. Over time, dresses became more elaborate. Women wore two tunics, one more decorated than the other. Ornamental bands were used to embellish sleeve borders, necklines and the lower half of dresses. Girdle-like panniers created a bigger...

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Medieval Swords – Basic Types

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Medieval Swords – Basic Types

The modern world has been politically influenced in no small part by the battles that took place in the Middle Ages. Of all the weapons that soldiers took to the field, the sword is inarguably the most celebrated. Here are a few types of medieval swords. The One-handed Sword was among the most common swords in the early medieval period and was typically accompanied by a shield or dagger. These swords probably originated from the Roman Spatha. The Cutting Sword was another popular weapon, used extensively by early medieval Knights and the Vikings as well.  They were very good slashing...

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