Saturday, July 10, 2010

Medieval Costumes Divulge Traditions of Medieval Period


The world has undergone through different periods and each period depicts its own culture, tradition and life-style. Although, presently people are living in the modern era yet it is always interesting and significant to know about all those eras which have passed. Among all those periods which have passed, the medieval era was one such a time period which held a lot of fascination and encompassed numerous things portraying its own unique beauty such as culture, value and last but not the least medieval costume.


Medieval costumes rightly reflect the economic, social and moral implications of medieval era. In present scenario also, for both the sexes of society, varied kinds of medieval clothes are designed and manufactured by using the best quality of materials. These costumes are designed on the basis of the medieval time and these designs are famous in new traditional fashion and modern fashions.


Medieval costumes for men


Basically, men costumes are manufactured by using natural fibers such as silk, wool or linen. Pirate shirts, pants and tunics along with medieval doublet epitomize the high-society clothing of medieval period. Men costumes have many varieties according to new generation with traditional fashions. Besides this, roman warrior costume, gladiator costume consists of multi color tunic and knee-length cape was some of the best assortments of medieval costumes which were preferred by the men of medieval era.


Medieval costumes for women


During medieval period, women's costumes had their own distinctiveness and appeal. Generally, women of medieval period are dressed in two layers, an overdress and an under dress. Medieval costumes for women generally comprised of wench blouses and tops, medieval skirts, renaissance chemises, etc. Headgear was the choice of every season followed by loose-fitting sleeves and low necklines and waistline clothing.


It can be said that medieval costume is incomplete without clothing accessories. For men, leather belts and hats along with apt medieval weapon such as swords and daggers aids in providing more authentic look. For women, beautiful gold jewelry such as necklaces, pendants, anklets etc. are considered as some of the best accessories that were used with various kinds of clothing.


Undoubtedly, medieval period has passed, but it does not imply that one cannot enjoy medieval clothing. Just browse the web and you will come across numerous websites that are providing entire gamut of medieval costumes at the most pocket-friendly prices.

1 comment:

  1. Medieval daggers were more than just a fashion accessory.. for people of the middle ages they were also an important everyday tool.

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