La Paloma Hats

8.12.2009 @ 5:30 pm UTC by lilah wild

La Paloma medieval veiled hatHats inspired by the fashions of the Elizabethan era, for men and women. While there are veiled styles for those who gravitate towards the look of courtly ladies, there’s quite a bit here that’s dashing and cavalier and meant to be flaunted at a rakish angle. Also jester caps, short top hats, colorful berets, and it looks like some customization is welcome.

The Tudor Shoppe

6.28.2009 @ 1:41 pm UTC by lilah wild

The Tudor Shoppe medieval chain of officeEverything for the medieval lifestyle: the garb, the swords, the tankards, the tents, right down to the rings of castle keys. There’s a great selection of imperious jewelry and they also delve into the amusements of the time with festival masks, puppets, and gaming of yore.

Moresca

6.6.2009 @ 4:43 pm UTC by lilah wild

Moresca medieval fantasy bodiceRen-faire garb that boldly dives into experimental costuming. All the traditionals, jacked up with imaginative twists: jacquard gowns with oversized pointed sleeves, wedding dresses, distressed skirts, voluminous petticoats, quilted doublets, bodices with detachable frilly peplums and matching armband cascades, hooded cloaks edged with shimmer trim and tassels, maximum-contrast breeches, bellydance belts and short little dancing tops, bead-fringed veils, big poofy bags, brocade horns, lots of great departures from the usual. Custom welcome. Thanks, Sara!

Custom Cloaks

3.2.2009 @ 5:16 pm UTC by lilah wild

Custom Cloaks Celtic Tapestry capePretty much just what it says – handmade cloaks with all kinds of options, from winter warmth to sheer tulle. Velvets, satins, laces, and tulles, cotton for less ornate affairs, and waterproof for stormier ones. Bridal and mystical themes are available for more spiritual wearings, and the clasp choices are delightfully swirly.

Arcane Lore

2.25.2009 @ 6:12 pm UTC by lilah wild

Arcane Lore Celtic medieval gownMedieval garb drawing from Celtic, Italian and French Renaissance, Tudor, and Elizabethan periods for lots of long, flowing gowns and elaborate courtier ensembles – and things for the casual minstrel, as well. Corsets, hoods and hats, underclothes, childrens’ outfits, crescent-mooned ritual cloaks, and super-frothy fairytale wedding dresses.

Swords and Armor

1.6.2009 @ 5:00 pm UTC by lilah wild

Swords and Armor chainmailThe fashion and accessories of medieval combat. The chainmail here is serious business, covering the body in thick falls of links, complete with hood. Full suits of armor can be worn as well as displayed, with gauntlets, breastplates, and helmets available a la carte. And of course, swords, axes, daggers, crossbows, and a gallery of shields to defend against them.

Magic Velvets

12.30.2008 @ 5:17 am UTC by lilah wild

Magic Velvets Victorian gothic velvet cloakHandcrafted velvet cloaks made with tasselled hoods, silver filigree clasps, and the potential for reversibility. The colors are pagan/renaissance jewel tones with possibilities for back appliques and bright trim, and custom is welcome. Also ponchoey mantles, elegantly patchworked turbans, and fringed scarves.