Balagny

The balagny was a circular cape worn during the 17th century. It had a wide collar and
was knee length. It often had lace on it and had 2 square points on the side. It was
typically worn over just one shoulder and was secured by a cord. The cape was named
after a famous french military hero.

Biggin

A biggin is a cap, usually made of linen that was usually worn by children in the 16th
and 17th centuries. Usually white, this cap was worn to sleep in or be another layer to
keep heads warm. This is similar to the medieval coif. They were also worn by men and
women either under a hat, or for sleeping. It also usually covered their ears.

Breeches
In the 17th century, breeches were a fundamental component of men's clothing.
Breeches were typically snug-fitting garments that covered the lower body from the
waist to the knee or slightly below. They were worn by men of all social classes and
were considered essential attire for both formal and informal occasions. During the early
part of the century, breeches were often full and loose-fitting, resembling hose or
stockings. However, as the century progressed, fashion evolved, and breeches became
more tailored and form-fitting. By the mid-17th century, breeches were commonly worn
tightly fitted to the leg, emphasizing the shape of the thigh and calf.

Commode

The commode is an ancient antique chest. It had a molden top. It is also carved with
fronts and has paw feet. It was used to hold things. It usually had three or more shelves/
drawers.They often had arabesque carved fronts & molden edges were applied. They
were made out of wood, they were rich in style and were usually accented with gold,
ivory, stone, marble or another pretty material of some sort.

Cravat

During the 16-17th century a thin scarf like piece of fabric was commonly worn in place
of a collar. They varied in length and material and where separate from the shirt similar
to how a tie would be placed around one neck today. The name given to the neck scarf
comes from the word cravate wih is the French word for Croation. The Croatian soldiers
who served in france wore this scarf so it was named after them.

Draw Loom

The draw loom is an upright loom with a shuttle and treadle. First, the loom is threaded
with warp threads, then the weaver weaves the weft threads through the pattern.
Patterns are pre-planned and highly mathematical, requiring great skill to create. The
pattern is implemented by pressing the different peddles at the weaver’s feet. This
enables many repeats and complicity of a pattern, leading to the invention of damask.

Galosh

A galosh was originally made from thick leather or wood. It was a sole used to keep fine
boots and shoes from the dirt found on the streets. For protection, women often wore
clogs and pattens. Clogs were often made of wood and covered with leather. Clogs
were often covered with leather galoshs’ which had straps that would tie around the
shoe. Later in time, there were versions that would be to protect fancier shoes for
women, but in the 17th century they were mainly worn for practicality.
Jack Boots- Brittanie Romriell

They were called Jack boots because of the

way the leather was they were a heavy stiffened boot one by writers so it would give
them protection on their legs because of the way that they were made they were really
hard to walk in or side treated with wax pitch and or tar which made it black and
waterproof. The soles are made up of several layers of nailed leather. With wide
bootlegs with heavy sewn-on knee flaps

Love Lock

This was a lock of hair that was braided or pulled forward from the nape of the neck on
a man and bound with ribbons or ties to rest on the left shoulder or chest. A sign of a
romantic token of a lady’s affection.This was a sign that the man was a lover or suitor of
a particular woman. Some nobility wore a lock of hair from an earring to show they
were a knight, a lord and intention - this was a more private form of art. It was popular
1590’s- 1650’s also called a bourbon lock, french lock, and heartbreaker
Puritan ministers were upset by it because they believed it originated from copying
Native Americans. It was detested, sinful, horrific and despised etc. “In 1628 a sixty-
three page book denouncing lovelocks was published. The author, William Prynne”
It was believed by Pocahontas and her Husband John Rolfe to be imitating them and
used in high fashion. The Love locks arrived in England with the group of early colonist
rescued by Sir Francis Drake in 1586.

Pinafore-Alayna Green

The Pinafore is one of the rare examples it seems where fashion meets amicably with
function. This is basically an apron, protecting the rest of the clothing from soiling and
such while being a nice splash of color. Children often wore these as well because they
were so much easier to clean than the whole ensemble. These got their name from the
words “pinned” and “afore” because it was pinned to the front.

Pomander Balls- Paige Johnson

These balls were often decorated metal orbs that could either be handheld or
hung from a belt, neck chain, or girdle. Pomander balls were filled with all sorts of
perfumes to ward away disease-causing vapors or simply to make the wearer smell
nice. They often incorporated open designs to help disperse scent evenly and could
even have special chambers that could hold multiple perfumes at once. Miniature
versions of these also existed, taking the form of rings, buttons, and rosary beads.
Ribbons of Childhood

These ribbons were a popular embellishment/accessory during the 17th century, and
this is especially true for children. One of the reasons for this was that these “ribbons of
childhood” could help to control the child (Restrain their activities and keep them close
to their caregiver). Ribbons were also used to indicate their social status. The ribbons
themselves are usually worn by the child until the age of 6. Little boys would have
ribbons attached to the backs of their robes, while little girls would have them on their
dresses. Children during this time weren’t really seen as children, but rather as
miniature adults and they were very constrained in that mindset.

Surtout

A "surtout" was a term used in the 17th century to describe an overcoat worn over another coat,
such as a waistcoat. Initially called "Suravit" before 1684, the surtout evolved into a long
overcoat generally worn over a man's formal dress in the 18th and 19th centuries. Additionally, a
garment with the same name referred to a women's hood with a mantle. The term "surtout" is
French, meaning "overall" or "covers all," indicating its purpose of providing an additional layer
of clothing.
Whisk
The whisk was also known as the rebato, and it acted as a replacement for the ruffs of the
previous century. It had a wire frame to keep it straight and went around the neckline. It matched
best with clothing that had a very low neckline. Needle lace was used to give the whisk more
detail. The whisk was not at all practical since it prevented wearers from turning their heads.