Medieval reenactment

My completed cotehardie! You can read about the construction here, about the veil here and here, and about the hose here. I'm wearing two dresses--known as cotehardies in costuming circles. The blue dress is a supportive layer that laces up, and could be worn on its own or with an overdress. The pink overdress is cut to the same pattern (except I should've raised the neckline a bit) and closes with buttons. I'm wearing both dresses over my Regency short sleeved shift. The blue sleeves are a…

Me and a friend shared a mutual interest for Northern European early 16th century female pilgrims and decided to recreate their gear. Our inspirations are of simple female clothing during the perio…

The Idea and Inspiration: One of my aunts is a keen genealogist, and thanks to her dedicated work in researching our family history and making it available online, I’ve recently discovered that I can trace my lineage in a direct line back through Charlemagne. Most of Europe is descended from Charlemagne in some way or another, so being is great-somethingth-40+ generation granddaughter isn’t itself isn’t that exciting, but I still find it fascinating that I can look at a list and see the name…

Detail of woman's tool belt from medieval pastoral tapestry, includes scissors and rosary.

🍃 Natural materials! Historical inspiration! Elevate your medieval ensemble with this exquisite Double Horned Hennin - a timeless headpiece straight from the 15th century. Crafted meticulously from felt and brocade with historical pattern, this hat stands tall, divided into two distinct horns that capture the essence of medieval elegance. Concealed beneath a luxurious silk veil and wimple, delicately adorned with five lustrous freshwater pearls 🦪, this hennin sits gracefully atop the head…

Vassalls from the kingdom of Aragon. Medieval

Swedish Viking Reenactment: Vendelrus Vilhelm's gallery is amazing! The historical clothing looks like photos from the past and it makes me want to cry, that's how awesome I think it is Q_Q ~...