One way of creating a theatrical costume is called flat patterning. This is when a costume designer uses a pattern made to the wearer's measurements to cut out and sew together a costume. In many cases flat patterning is the more appropriate method for creating a period costume - skirts, pants, and sleeves, for example. However, working in two-dimensions often does not translate correctly onto a three-dimensional dress form or person. Often a designer will need to tweak style lines on a garment once they see it worn, or a costume will need a quick adjustment right before going on stage. In those cases, designers need to know how to correctly drape a costume. Draping is also the best way to construct a period costume right from the start. The construction of garments in earlier centuries often constricted movement, especially in the area of the armhole. The very different size and proportions of contemporary people compared to those in previous centuries makes the use of period patterns difficult. A well-draped garment can give the impression of period accuracy while permitting the wearer greater freedom of movement. Having a mock-up pinned to the form in its early stages is quicker... [Read More]

The perfect hat for a renaissance fair or a costume. Wear these hats at your next festival or medieval reenactment.

The Fair Maiden's Dress; a perfect dress for the faire or going off to market. This colorful, 16th century styled dress features coordinating front trim and re-enforced boning in the front bodice for extra strong tight lacing. We have paired this piece with the Celtic Chemise (sold separately), however it will look lovely with any of our other chemises. Poly/cotton blend. Dry clean only.

Sparky Sweets, PhD, and Wisecrack proudly present this outrageously funny, ultra-sharp guide to literature based on the hit online series, Thug Notes. Inside, you'll find hilarious plot breakdowns and masterful analyses of sixteen of literature's most beloved classics, including: Things Fall Apart, To Kill a Mockingbird, Hamlet, The Catcher in the Rye, Lord of the Flies, Pride and Prejudice, and more!  The series Thug Notes has been featured on BET, PBS, and NPR and has been used in hundreds of classrooms around the world. Whether you’re a student, teacher, or straight-up literary gangster like Dr. Sweets, Thug Notes has got you covered. You'll certainly never look at literature the same way again.

The Early Stuart Masque: Dance, Costume, and Music studies the complex impact of movements, costumes, words, scenes, music, and special effects in English illusionistic theatre of the Renaissance. Drawing on a massive amount of documentary evidence relating to English productions as well as spectacle in France, Italy, Germany, and the Ottoman Empire, the book elucidates professional ballet, theatre management, and dramatic performance at the early Stuart court. Individual studies take a fresh look at works by Ben Jonson, Samuel Daniel, Thomas Carew, John Milton, William Davenant, and others, showing how court poets collaborated with tailors, designers, technicians, choreographers, and aristocratic as well as professional performers to create a dazzling event. Based on extensive archival research on the households of Queen Anne and Queen Henrietta Maria, special chapters highlight the artistic and financial control of Stuart queens over their masques and pastorals. Many plates and figures from German, Austrian, French, and English archives illustrate accessibly-written introductions to costume conventions, early dance styles, male and female performers, the dramatic symbolism of col... [Read More]

This genuine drinking horn is perfect for any Viking or Medieval event! Simple and plain, this Longship vessel comes with an adjustable, suede belt holster capable of accepting up to a three-inch wide belt. Hand wash only. Please Note: Due to the Horns being natural, the sizes and color may vary. It is recommended to wash the tankard thoroughly before drinking.

Corsets and Crinolines is a study of the changing shapes of women's dress and how these were produced, how simple laced bodices became corsets of cane, whale-bone and steel, while padding at shoulders and hips gave way to the structures of farthingales, hoops and bustles. Added are contemporary tailors and dressmakers accounts, illustrations, index, a glossary of terms and materials, appendices on the repair and manufacture of corsets and crinolines.

Clothing is the outward and visible sign of taste, discrimination, social attitude and status. In every culture, men and women pay enormous attention to the minutiae of dress and appearance. This authoritative study looks at both the social and physical aspects of clothes. It traces the history and development of clothing from the earliest times to the machine age, showing how fabrics, decoration, shape and structure, reflect and are affected by culture and technology. Drawing on first-hand experience of the exhibition of costume, this volume also covers the concepts, methods and practicalities of putting clothing on display and making it relevant and accessible to the general public.

This Renaissance shirt features a stand up collar and lace up front. The sleeves are wide and roomy and end with an elastic gather. The tucks on the back yoke, sleeve tops and front yoke add to its attractiveness. Wonderful color choices of blue, cocoa or wine. 100% cotton. Available in S, M, L, XL and XXL.

Nautical and Pirate Decor. Romans used to believe that when an important man dies his spirit needs a blood sacrifice to survive in heaven. A gladiator used to be an armed combatant. He entertained the audiences in the Roman Republic through violent confrontations against wild animals other gladiators war slaves and criminals. Some people were gladiators professionally and used to take risk of their life by appearing in the arena. Gladiator steel Helmet refers to the type of helmet that was popularly worn by knights and other men at arms in the Late Medieval and Renaissance eras. This replica of Roman Gladiators helmets is combat ready; therefore you can enjoy Gladiator Games feeling yourself in that period. Two front side extensions protect the face completely. The high-quality polish over the metallic body keeps it safe from environmental and aging effects. It generally gets fit for all head sizes otherwise liner is also available separately. Because of being made by hand no two pieces look alike.

Clear and accurate in its guidance, Medieval Costume and How to Make It portrays the clothing of the 12th through the 15th centuries according to the wearer s social class, with chapters divided to cover individual professions. So in addition to royal garments, here are the clothes of clerics, doctors, merchants, musicians, knights, artisans, farmers, and laborers all with much useful historical information, and richly illustrated with images from tapestries and illuminated manuscripts of the period as well as drawings and diagrams. Helpful advice covers choosing fabrics; placement of seams; draping and folding garments; how to walk, dance, and climb

Become medieval royalty with this heavy metal gold cross crown. Great for any aspirational kings or princes, this metal crown features seven golden crosses and seven embossed fleur de lis. Make this shimmering metal headwear part of your royal Halloween or cosplay costume. Give several of these crowns to your groomsmen to wear on your wedding day or hand them out as party favors at your son's medieval-themed birthday party and let everyone share in his big day. Royal adult costume accessory makes a great gift for your favorite king or prince and is a great movie or stage prop.

Books : Clothes of the Medieval World (Costume history) (Paperback)