WOMEN's MEDIEVAL OUTFIT IDEAS
IDEAS - Take inspiration from REIGN TV show they have beautiful medieval clothing with a contemporary twist. They use layers to make the modern clothes (especially maxi dresses) look more medieval.
USEFUL BLOG |
- MATERIALS - Embellishments, embroidery, lace, fur (fake of course), tulle, brocade, jacquard, metallic embroidery, velvet, taffeta, appliqued embellished, sequins
- STYLES - Bodice, Corset, Maxi Dress
- ACCESSORIES - capes, cloaks, puffy sleeves, maxi dresses, added long sleeves
- JEWELLERY - embellished belts, chunky jewellery, shoulder jewellery, chandelier earrings, headpieces - tiaras, headbands, flowers
HISTORY OF MEDIEVAL FASHION
The Women's Fashion of the early Middle Ages was still influenced by the classical styles of the Greek and Roman women and their clothing was at times so tight as to display all the elegance of their form. The female clothing of the time consisted of two tunics, the under one being longer but less capacious than the other. Women also wore a long cloak over their clothing and closed shoes, which had then begun to be made pointed. During the period of 1200 - 1300 luxury was at its height when gold and silver, pearls and precious stones were lavished on clothing. During the period of 1300 - 1400 Women's coats and surcoats often trailed on the ground. Hats consisted of a frame of wirework covered over with stuff which was embroidered or trimmed with lace. During the period of 1400 - 1500 the women wore long trains to their dresses which were eventually shortened. Sleeves became long, hanging and embroidered or fringed. Fashion dictated that women's dresses and clothing became shorter and were trimmed in the most costly manner.
JEWELLERY & ACCESSORIES
The right crown, tiara or circlet provides the shining headpiece for a royal woman. A circlet was a delicate strand worn over a woman's hair. It was often jeweled. This style makes an attractive and easy to wear option for a princess costume. Crowns and tiaras have commanding presence and were generally formed of metal and often feature inset jewels. Earrings and necklace sets made from precious and semi-precious stones enhance the outfits of wealthy women. Drop earrings and delicate or bold necklaces make a statement about a woman's station in her world. Magic rings or medallions add to the fun in fantasy role play.
The Women's Fashion of the early Middle Ages was still influenced by the classical styles of the Greek and Roman women and their clothing was at times so tight as to display all the elegance of their form. The female clothing of the time consisted of two tunics, the under one being longer but less capacious than the other. Women also wore a long cloak over their clothing and closed shoes, which had then begun to be made pointed. During the period of 1200 - 1300 luxury was at its height when gold and silver, pearls and precious stones were lavished on clothing. During the period of 1300 - 1400 Women's coats and surcoats often trailed on the ground. Hats consisted of a frame of wirework covered over with stuff which was embroidered or trimmed with lace. During the period of 1400 - 1500 the women wore long trains to their dresses which were eventually shortened. Sleeves became long, hanging and embroidered or fringed. Fashion dictated that women's dresses and clothing became shorter and were trimmed in the most costly manner.
JEWELLERY & ACCESSORIES
The right crown, tiara or circlet provides the shining headpiece for a royal woman. A circlet was a delicate strand worn over a woman's hair. It was often jeweled. This style makes an attractive and easy to wear option for a princess costume. Crowns and tiaras have commanding presence and were generally formed of metal and often feature inset jewels. Earrings and necklace sets made from precious and semi-precious stones enhance the outfits of wealthy women. Drop earrings and delicate or bold necklaces make a statement about a woman's station in her world. Magic rings or medallions add to the fun in fantasy role play.