Peasants who had to handle their own business wore bodices that laced up in the front, while noble women could afford to hire a servant to lace theirs up the back. Over the chemise, women wore lace-up bodices, the predecessor of corsets. Married and conservative women usually wore it buttoned or tied up at the neck, while single ladies could leave it open. The Renaissance (1450-1650) - The first article of clothing a Renaissance woman would put on was a long, loose-fitting shirt called a chemise, usually white to beige in color, depending on what a woman could afford. When extra warmth was needed, women wore long cloaks (also known as mantles), often with hoods for protecting their heads from the elements. Cone-shaped hats and double-pointed hats were also popular. Nobles and royalty often topped this with a coronet, a narrow circlet crown of gold or jewels strung together. Women were rarely seen without some kind of head covering, usually a wimple or veil. Sumptuary laws were passed throughout the medieval period to try to prevent non-nobles from wearing the finest goods, but they had little effect. The kirtle could have either tight, fitted sleeves or wide bell-shaped sleeves, and the fancier versions were often trimmed in fur, jewels and gold. The standard outfit for women was a long, form-fitting dress called a kirtle, often with a looser, open-sided tunic called a surcoat on top. The girdle was a practical fashion accessory, as women could hang their purses and keys from it, but it could also be a way to show off your wealth with lots of precious metals and jewels. The Middle Ages (1100-1450) - For most of the Middle Ages, the silhouette for women was all about showing the outlines of the body in a tightly fitted bodice, accented with a girdle (which we now call a belt), slung low on the hips for a long-waisted look. Thanks to Candy Apple Costumes, you more than look the part every time! This includes women's plus size Renaissance costumes, but for even more, be sure to check our plus size Renaissance and Medieval costumes section. You'll find sizes for everyone, so no one will miss out. You'll hardly get thee to a nunnery now! Our selection of Renaissance clothing for women includes flowing dresses, long petticoats, wide bell-shaped sleeves and ample velvet to make you feel like you've just stepped out of the Middle Ages! If being provocative is what you're after, you'll also find many sexy medieval costumes and sexy Renaissance costumes. How about a tavern wench costume or Renaissance lady costume? Your option for Renaissance costumes is extensive. Shown: Lock-Lace Bodice (SS-LLB) in burgundy, marine blue and kelly green Gathered Peasant Skirts (SS-GPS), and our white Classic Chemise (LL-CCHM).Peasant or noble, damsel in distress, lady in waiting, brave warrior woman or jester? You decide! And the options only multiply from there: Juliet, Joan of Arc, Guinevere, Queen Elizabeth I. The extra-high waist band is superior to elastic ones because it helps keep the skirt tucked in all day. Our Gathered Peasant Skirts have a double set of lacing holes in the back of the waist band, which allows for adjusting the fit should you gain or lose weight. Our Classic White Chemise is made of 100% cotton muslin and features a drawstring neckline with very full and long sleeves. Your natural waist is not the hip-line where modern pants are worn. This will more than likely be above your belly button, and below your last rib on the side. TO OBTAIN YOUR NATURAL WAIST SIZE: Please take a tape measure and wrap it around the narrowest part of your midsection. PLEASE NOTE: The most common mistake made when ordering bodices is guessing at your natural waist size. Order the bodice by your natural WAIST size. A hidden pocket keeps the four pieces of spring-steel boning in place, and reinforces the front grommets. Made of our durable cotton twill and trimmed in gold gimp, our bodice is engineered to last for years. Lacing in the 54 grommets up the back sides and front allows for custom fitting. Double boning in the front dips below the navel for a flat profile. The superb cut of our Lock Lace Bodice cups the breasts for a perfect lift. Two (2) Gathered Peasant Skirts in contrasting colors.You'll look the part wearing this complete ensemble which includes: Our sultry and seductive Tavern Wench is at home serving up frothy brews in the local pub. Home: Clothing for Women: Complete Garb Sets: Tavern Wench Garb Please Note At This Time Only 1 Item at a Time in Shopping Basket is Permitted! Stage, Reenactment, and Renaissance Faire Costumes! Tavern Wench Garb: Renaissance Costumes, Medieval Clothing, Madrigal Costumes by The Tudor ShoppeĪ company of Sofis Stitches by GMACK DESIGNS LLC
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