Showing posts with label medieval dresses. Show all posts
Showing posts with label medieval dresses. Show all posts

Monday, May 6, 2013

Fashion Tips On Doing Your Medieval Make-up





If you are worrying about how to do your Medieval make-up and my article will help you solve your problems. Dressing up in medieval clothing can make for an elaborate costume, especially if you want to give the appearance of a person of consequence in medieval times. An attractive Medieval make-up is also of great importance. I will share some small tips on how to do your Medieval make-up and you can have a reference if you are interested in this fashion topic.





First, Pin any bangs up and away from the face to enhance the height of your forehead.Rub a pale shade of skin foundation makeup into your skin. Cover any skin that will be showing including face, ears, neck, upper chest and arms. You may also rub some foundation into your eyebrows and hairline to exaggerate the pale look of your face.


Second, Redden your lips with ruby red lipstick. Use a lipstick with very little shine. Do not exaggerate the contours of your lips.





Last, Rub a small circle of red lipstick onto your cheeks. This look is optional and was less likely to be used by the upper classes in medieval times.

Wednesday, May 1, 2013

How to Dress for A Medieval Wedding




Dressing for a medieval wedding can be very difficult. The majority of people who choose to have their wedding in medieval styles are those who have a lot of interest in medieval re-enactment. This means that the clothing will probably be extremely nice quality and make. I will share some ideas about how to dress for your Medieval wedding and you can have a reference if you are interested in this fashion topic.


First, Ask the bride and groom what period and nationality of costuming they're going for, and how strict they're being. Medieval can be anything from 900 (kilts and loose gowns) to 1600 (neck high corsets and hoop skirts). If you show up in an Elizabethan gown and everyone else is sporting basic tunics and pants, it will look silly.





Second, Once you ascertain what sort of costuming period you need, do a little research. Find out if it will be cheaper to make it (if you have the skills for that) or cheaper to buy it online. If you are making costuming for you and your family, look into patterns that will let you make an outfit out of the same cloth. Then you can buy in bulk, cheaper. Also, you'll be able to spot your family easily in the crowd despite strange clothing you're not used to.


Third, Once you have your costume, look up articles online about how to wear it. Men: Don't tuck in your shirt, strap a belt across it. And wear the belt under your belly, if you have a belly. It just looks silly when someone tries to girdle in their gut with a leather strap. It should go where your pants belt goes. Ask someone who does medieval re-enactment or a friend who is a history buff to help you try on the clothing. Some things that look like they go on easily don't. Corsets lace in the back, belts wrap around you twice, and men look very silly if they tuck in their shirt, since the shirt has a billowy loose bottom.





Last, wearing comfortable shoes. One of the best parts of medieval clothing is that you can wear loose pants or skirts that hide your shoes entirely, and medieval clothing never, ever had high heels until well after the Victorian era. Do not, under any circumstances, wear a traditional gown with heels. You'll be very off balance, more likely to fall, and look ridiculous.

Thursday, April 25, 2013

Ideas For Medieval Capes And Dresses




Whether you are participating in a renaissance faire or going to a Halloween party, medieval capes and dresses are popular costume options. The success of Peter Jackson's "Lord of the Rings" films as well as the Pirates of the Caribbean franchise has only strengthened the appeal of bar wench costumes, bodices and knightly riding capes.


Green Renaissance Cloak: Modeled after a 16th century design, the green renaissance cloak is appropriate for both men and women since it can be worn over a dress or a knight's costume. The cloak, which is fastened with a decorative gold pin, is rounded off with a pointy hood to give the costume an added layer of authenticity.





Country Dress: The medieval country dress was worn by servants and peasants and is an ideal costume for outdoor events because it was designed to be comfortable. For underwear, you should consider long gauze bloomers both because of historical accuracy, and because they are made from breathable material that allows you freedom of movement.




Red Hooded Cape: Give your costume a fairy tale quality with a cape that echoes the tale of Little Red Riding Hood. The red hooded cape is unisex and goes well with both leather tunics and lady in waiting costumes. The crushed red velvet hooded cape is a popular style for women as well as men who are dressed as bards or storytellers.

Wednesday, April 24, 2013

Looking Back to The Glory of tne Medieval Clothing




Medieval clothing was very complex, elaborate, stylish and impressive. The wonderful and eye grabbing medieval clothing was in fact really attentive to its type. The very essence of medieval clothing would be to determine one's status quo in the society as well as the power one has. For some reason, fantastic identification is given to the men and women whose medieval clothing was a lot more extremely comprehensive, distinctive or impressive.





Throughout the middle ages, it truly is perfectly normal to wear the tight, unpleasant garments each day. For them, being dressed in such exclusive medieval clothing provides them the pride and confidence that they should have. This might be not comfortable however the medieval clothing contains their particular status, therefore putting them on is worth the pain. However presently, is it still typical to wear medieval clothing each day? Naturally not! Wearing medieval clothing daily nowadays is definitely unconventional or should I say weird. As a matter of fact, we merely employ medieval-like clothes any time attending special events that need us to be dressed in formal attire like wedding ceremonies and balls. Besides that, we use our common t-shirt and denims daily.





A lady from the royalty or the top class is only excused to put on a corset whenever she is in her chamber already. Besides that, she actually is expected to use the tight corset no matter how unpleasant it might feel. However, a merchant's wife has far more freedom in movement since she only wears a heavily boned bodice with no underlying corset. A peasant, who belongs to the lower class system, would certainly wear a simple boned bodice with dull colour. As you go lower in the class system, the everyday utilization of medieval gowns and dresses has turn out to be less typical, both formal and daily wear.

Sunday, April 21, 2013

Stylish and Elegant Medieval Costumes



Fashion continues to change with time. Throughout history, one can observe that fashion and trends of outfits have continuously changed. The medieval costumes are reputed for their bold design and styles. These costumes are inspired by the medieval era and are very popular for themed parties. These costumes are also in high demand for theatre performances and presentations related to the medieval times or various important events of that era. The medieval outfits and costumes are made with high quality materials. They have intricate detailing and embroideries that represent the fashion and trends of that time. I will share some information and you can have a reference if you are interested in this clothing fashion style.





The medieval outfits are available in many styles and designs. They are also presented in different sizes. Many online companies offer a wide range of exquisite medieval attires and outfits. The companies employ designers who are familiar with the different aspects of medieval fashion. Some online firms also offer suitable accessories like medieval jewelry, which can complete the look and appearance of the outfirt. The costumes are available in many elegant colors, and thus one can choose attires in colors or shades that one prefers. The costumes and outfits inspired by the medieval times look quite attractive and elegant.



Monday, April 8, 2013

Changing of the Medieval Women Hats





Most of the people are interested in the Medieval women clothing because that era is mysterious and attractive. In that era, there is a strict restriction in women clothing matching. And hat is an important accessories in the whole clothing matching. Personally, i am interested in that era’s women hats and i will share some information with you.


If you want to dress like a Medieval clothing style, you should choose a hat which has the features of that era and this clothing fashion and your whole clothing matching will be perfect when you care all the small details.
As we known, Medieval women clothing matching is modest, so most of the women want to draw others’ attention through their headdresses. Then it turn to be a status display of the people who wear it.





When you are choosing a Medieval headdress, i think you can choose a hat which is decorated with lace and this will show your feminine. The hat you choose should bid enough to cover your whole hair and this will show the features of that era. You also can have some creative thinking and consist it with the modern fashion.



Wednesday, April 3, 2013

Medieval Women Clothing



Medieval women always represent mysterious and elegance. They are known as their feminine and they are the Goddess in the heart of men. Do you want to be a Goddess in the heart of your boyfriend and husband? If you are the fan of this clothing style and you can have a reference.


You should pay attention to the following elements:


About your dresses: you should pick up dresses with big and flowing sleeves and using a corset that is tied tight to enhance the shape of a women. You also should choose some accessories to match your clothing although this is small detail but you should care.




About your hairstyle: you should design a kind of hairstyle which can make you look feminine. Women in medieval will wear their hair long in braids, parted in the middle with the back hidden by a bonnet, or pushed back into a tight bun with a cap.