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Privateering in Elizabethan Era - The Lawful Piracy to Combat Rival Nations 9 Dec 2012 9:30 PM (12 years ago)

The modern era comprises of international laws and globalization. But, when we give heed towards the Elizabethan era, we do not find any such thing, and the rulers of every nation were busy increasing the power. Every possible mean was being used for accomplishing this purpose of increasing the power. Their purpose was to strengthen the kingdom by hook or crook.

Privateering was one such act, which was meant for strengthening the nations through the mean, which is supposed to be unlawful according to the international laws of today. Privateering was a lawful piracy during that period. It is a known fact that piracy was prevalent in the seas and oceans in the Elizabethan period. The governments tried to take advantage of this act, and they issued the letters, according to which some of their officers were declared as pirates for raiding the treasure ships of the enemy nations. These legal pirates gained so much popularity that their pirate clothes also became part of fashion in the modern times.

In England, ‘Letter of Marque’ was issued, which is why a number of privateers came in the limelight that raided the Spanish and French Ships. These privateers were not only the lawful pirates, but were also the excellent explorers, who would explore the things from the other world. Moreover, they were also the government officers; therefore, they would sometimes go for the battles also. Some of the famous Elizabethan privateers include Sir Francis Drake, Sir Walter Raleigh, Sir Richard Hawkins, Sir Martin Frobisher, Sir Humphrey Gilbert and Sir Richard Grenville. Sir Francis Drake and Sir Walter Raleigh were two most famous privateers, who went for the battle with Spanish Armada also from the English side.

Other nations also used the privateers for the same purpose. France issued “lettre de marquee”, which was the French equivalent to the “letter of marquee”. In France, corsairs were the privateers, who were authorized to conduct the raids on behalf of France at the time of war with some other nation. Unlike English privateers, corsairs in France were not part of the French Navy, but still they were authorized to raid the ships of the enemy nations.

Privateering has been abolished nowadays, but people have still retained their memory in the form of pirate clothing. Similarly, the outfits of the outlaw raiders have also gained the huge fame. The pirate shirts, pants, skirts and gowns etc. of the lawful as well as outlaw raiders can be obtained from a number of websites of the online merchants.

Leonardo da Vinci - Polymath Who Contributed in Both Arts and Science 14 Nov 2012 8:16 PM (12 years ago)

Science and arts are supposed to be the opposite dimensions in the recent times by a number of people. But, do you know that there were a number of people in history, who mastered in both dimensions at the same time? Today also, we can find some people who have more than one skill. Leonardo da Vinci was one such polymath in the history whose name is known for mastering both the fields at the same time.

He was one of the greatest painters of his period. His famous portrait Mona Lisa is popular across the globe even today also. This wonderful painting has gained the attention of masses, and a lot of new versions of this painting have been developed by the modern artists. Moreover, “The Baptism of Christ”, is his another famous portrait, which he made in association with Verrocchio – Leonardo’s master. Many other paintings of this great painter have gained popularity.

In the field of science and technology, he provided the studies on many of the subjects, which were not developed during his era. It will not be wrong to say that Leonardo was centuries forward from his own time. Geometry, mechanics, nature, flying machines, municipal construction, canals and architecture are some on the subjects on which he researched. On the other hand, he also beautifully combined the technology and arts. For instance, he made the portrait of flying machine centuries ago from the invention of airplane by Wright Brothers. Moreover, he was recognized as a sculptor and a musician also.

So, there is no doubt that Leonardo was a genius, who worked in different dimensions. This multidimensional personality was born in the renaissance age, when art, culture and science in Europe were flourished up to a great extent. New styles of painting, sculpture and renaissance clothing came in the limelight. On the other hand, scientific revolution had also begun. As a polymath, there is no doubt that Leonardo played a significant role in both arts and science.

Apart from his dynamic ability, he was a kind man, who loved humans as well as animals. His clear view was that one should be vegetarian and keep mercy on animals if meat is not necessary for health. Moreover, he was always ready to help others. We can take the instance of incidence in this regard. Once, a local peasant in simple renaissance dresses requested him to paint a shield for him.  Leonardo first made a painting of a demon spitting the fire. He sold the painting, made the profit and then decorated the shield with heart pierced by an arrow, and gave it to the peasant.

His ability and kindheartedness gave him so much fame that Francis I, king of Milan, took his head in his hands, when he (Leonardo) was on the deathbed. This great man left this world in the year 1547.

Henry VII and Foundation of Tudor Era in England 21 Oct 2012 9:48 PM (12 years ago)

Tudor clan was one of the long-lasting dynasties in the history of England. The emperors of this dynasty were known for their positive and negative traits. The kingdom of this dynasty was founded in the late medieval era in Europe by Henry VII, which ended in renaissance age with Elizabeth I. The age of Henry was the era of elegance, and the famous cultural and artistic movement was going to occur. So, a lot of growth was witnessed in various trends of art during this period. Today also, the medieval costumes of this era have become part of the fashion world.

Henry VII was born on 28th January 1457 and was crowned on 22nd August 1485. He became the monarch after giving defeat to Richard III at the Battle of Bosworth Field. Henry was the last king of England who won the throne in the battlefield. There was a great upheaval in England after the Battle of the Roses. He successfully restored the stability and power of English monarchy.

Henry was born at Pembroke Castle in the west of Wales. The name of his father was Edmund Tudor who was the first Earl of Richmond. His mother Margaret Beaufort was Countess of Richmond and Derby. He father was died shortly before his birth. On the other hand, his mother was only 13 years old at the time of his birth. So, his paternal uncle, Jasper Tudor, Earl of Pembroke, was his formal guardian. Despite being a Welshman of Welsh royal lineage, his father was not so important for his claim to the English throne. His heritage was important from the side of his mother who was the descendent of Edward III. Because of the deaths of his Royal cousins, Henry got the claim of throne. He won the throne at the age of 27, although he was not trained.

The policy of Henry VII was to create peace and prosperity. He was not a military person, so he had no interest in regaining the French territories which were lost during periods of his predecessors. He was an economically competent emperor, and his most successful achievement was Magnus Intercursus, which means “greet agreement” in 1496 with Philip IV, Duke of Burgundy. After the successful kingdom of 24 years, he died on 21st April 1509, after nine years of the commencement of the renaissance era. This was the era of flamboyance, and the popular renaissance clothing, belongs to this era. After his death, his son Henry VIII was succeeded to throne.

The Tudor dynasty ruled England for a long duration of around 118 years. It commenced in 1485 with the enthronement of Henry VI and ended with the death of Elizabeth I in 1603. The reign of this dynasty is remembered today also in England. The successful foreign and economic policies and barbaric killings of innocent Protestants – both took place during the reign of this dynasty.

Peasant Women – Real Heroines of the Middle Ages 26 Sep 2012 9:17 PM (12 years ago)

Have Fun with Variety of Reenactment Activities in Renaissance Festivals 3 Sep 2012 9:41 PM (12 years ago)

Reenactment of the historical events is very common in various festivals in the recent times. Participants attempt to recreate the historical events or period in such activities. Reenactment of the renaissance period is very popular in the present scenario, in which the events of that golden era are reenacted. That was the era of reawakening and exploration. The activities may differ depending upon the festivals. But, some of the activities remain common, such as the reenactment of English Civil Wars. It was the eighty year wars of Low Countries (historical lands around the low-lying delta).

Moreover, some other such reenactments may also take place in these fares. Sometimes, some other significant battles of history are also demonstrated. Besides, various activities are performed without focusing on a particular war. For instance, the jousting activities in which one horseman in the medieval clothing hits the other one with lance, is very much popular in the festivals of today. Moreover, archery competitions and demonstrations are also the brilliant forms of reenactment.

Apart from the battles, many other types of activities take place in the fares, which provide the entertainment as well as education to the people. For example, the occupations of the people of that era are also perfectly demonstrated in the faire. Blacksmithing was one of the major occupations during that era, which is well-demonstrated in the renaissance festivals. Besides, the medieval style storytelling also remains the special allure of the event.

The festival is divided into weekends in order to provide the demonstrations of distinct activities. Every weekend has a distinct theme that takes the visitor to another world. In some of the festivals, one weekend is kept reserved for the reenactment of the pirate lifestyle also. On the other hand, some fictional reenactments can also be witnessed in some the weekends of some festivals. The steampunk weekends are the best examples in this regard. Steampunk is the modified version of the Victorian age, which is based on the futuristic technology.

Beside, the people in various renaissance costumes can also be considered as a wonderful reenactment activity. Pants, skirts, shirts, and many other dresses of the reawakening era, are worn by visitors and the participants. On the other hand, these dresses have also become the fashion statement in the recent times. You can see the people wearing them in the other themed events also.

While watching the reenactment activities of the festivals, visitors feel like stepping back to 400 years ago from today.

Glance of Pirate Lifestyle in Arabian Nights 24 Aug 2012 10:48 PM (12 years ago)

The treasure hunt of the pirate lifestyle is the subject of fascination among a large number of people across Europe and America. On the other hand, the funky clothing of the raiders also became a prominent allure. Pirate clothing, shirts, skirts, corsets and many other outfits for both men and women are the fashion-statements in the recent times. Besides, the glimpse of the raiders’ lifestyle can be witnessed in a number of films and video games.

As a matter of the surprise, you can witness this lifestyle in a number of conventional stories of distinct nations also. “Arabian Nights”, otherwise known as “One Thousand and One Nights”, can be taken as an example, which is the collection of stories of West and South Asia. These stories take us to the Islamic golden era, but we find a lot of fiction in the form of magic and supernatural events. These interesting tales comprise of voyages of some great fictional personalities. Quite obviously, the pirate lifestyle can also be witnessed occasionally in these tales. The characters in the Arabian Nights have to face the robbers across the sea occasionally. Especially in the modern versions of these tales, this lifestyle can be witnessed more vividly.

The story of Sinbad can be taken as an instance in this respect. Sinbad is a sailor who goes for the voyages, and he has to face different enemies. He himself is not raiders, but surprisingly he has been shown as a pirate in some of the modern version of stories. The famous animated film “Sinbad: Legend of the Seven Seas”, is a perfect instance in this respect. In the film, Sinbad is a sea rover and has a crew. But, he is not like typical rovers who loot the ships of wealthy people. He and his crew attempt to steal a magical and mystical book named “Book of Peace”. The pirate boots of Sinbad is also different from the typical raider’s costumes. The costume looks beautiful, but it unquestionably reflects the sea rovers’ lifestyle. In the traditional stories also, Sinbad is a sailor. We all know that the sailor-like attitude of the freebooters is one of the prominent things, which are liked by the people of today. So, the character of Sinbad can also be a subject of allure for them.

These stories provide the wonderful stuff for people with variant interests. The tales are interesting and will take you to another world.

Commencement of Renaissance Age: Reasons & Impacts 9 Jul 2012 11:14 PM (12 years ago)

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Renaissance Age was unquestionably an unforgettable time for the European people. This was the period when a popular art and cultural movement took place in that continent. This movement impacted the people, and a drastic change was witnessed in every walk of life. It was started in middle-ages, and some people consider its proceeding eras as dark-ages.  The dark-ages were the eras of economic decline, and technological & intellectual stagnation. A lot of dogmatism was witnessed in the early medieval times also. The society was under the control of orthodox churches, and all the literature preserved in the courts and monasteries of Europe was ignored. Then the intellectuals like Martin Luther and John Calvin came in limelight who gave a new direction to the society. This was the period of renaissance movement, when all walks of life were seen in a new light.

There were several reasons behind the commencement of this period.  The ignored classic literature was revived by various scholars, which became a prominent aspect in giving a different direction to the society. Besides, printing press was launched, so it became easy to spread the cultural awareness by mass publishing of classics. On the other hand, the hand of support was extended by rulers and some of the churches, which also helped in flourishing the movement. In addition, some nations contacted with each other in various ways. For instance, hundred years war between England and some groups of France was ceased, and these nations shared the ideas of the movement. On the contrary, a new war was started between England and Italy, which is why these nations came in contact of each other.

When the reawakening age started a number of changes took place in society. People became much aware about art and culture. This tendency was lacking up to a great extent before that era. The lifestyles of people were changed according to the new cultural parameters. Various creative expressions in all facets of daily life were witnessed.

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A huge change was observed in the dressing styles of people also.  The reason behind the change is not very clear, but the movement may be a big cause behind it. Before this era, people used to wear the simple and natural costumes. Most of these dresses were made from wool. But, in renaissance age, people started wearing the shining and flamboyant outfits.  A lot of modification was done in the costumes.

But, there was a community who was still unaffected with the movement. It was the peasant community, which was the group of labor-class. These people had no scope of change due to their hard lifestyle. With the passage of time, they also became part of the middle-class society and acquired the cultural impact of the movement. These people used to wear practical and basic dresses, but they accepted the showy dresses after becoming part of the movement.

In the present scenario, the renaissance style clothing has become the fashion-statement of the people. You can acquire these dresses for parties, festivals and casual gathering from a number of websites like Renaissance-Outfits.com & TudorDressing.com

Medieval History of Men and Women’s Dresses 16 Mar 2012 1:37 AM (13 years ago)

The time period characterized by fall of Roman Empire and the beginning of renaissance is popularly known as medieval period or middle age. This period saw revival around fifth century and lasted till fifteenth century. It was the period when men’s fashion change rapidly in comparison women’s. Clothing styles of men and women very different from each others. In social setup too their medieval costume differed widely. Lower class people were living in miserable condition; they were forced to wear clothing of last century until disrepair state where they had to buy a new set. New Introduced sumptuary laws divided the society largely on the base color and material of fabric.

Women’s medieval costume

The evidence of women’s clothing, what they actually wore comes from mid-fourteenth century. Female dresses were experiencing a great degree of change. Dresses became tighter with lower necklines and designed to outline the feminine posture. Tight lacing to provide fitting shape, for long waist appearance griddles were used and corset became the one of the significant part of their clothing. Open bodice with attached floor length skirt more popularly called surcoat was the elegant part of their dressing. In actual, in the beginning of fifteenth century gowns replaced all the female wears except surcoat.

Hose, kirtle, smock, gown, surcoat, girdle, bonnet and hood were basic clothing of women. However material and color used in making of these garments were distinct for women of each social status. Upper class women wore garments of expensive fabrics like silk, velvet, damask and taffeta in rich and vibrant colors while lower class women wore apparels of linen, shipskin, wool and cotton. Infact in later period poor people were restricted from using cotton because it was heavily taxed while imported (from India) and kept royals only. Skirt was one of the significant features of medieval dresses of women and petticoat made the way for these fashionable garments which were available in myriad designs and patters.

Men’s Medieval Costumes

Regardless of social standing in society medieval men’s garment were consist of tunic, trousers, cloak and leggings. Single brooch was used to fasten the cloak. Tying, lacing and clasping technique were applied as another method of fastening. ‘Have nots’ wore cloak made from wool. Tunics had length between hip and knee and were tied by belt or girdle. Trousers were worn under short tunic or cloak. With narrow trousers Garters or leggings worn as complementary pairs, two pairs of leggings were worn for protection of legs. Lower class people made use of old clothes to make them while wealthier people’s leggings were custom made.

Social status was supreme during medieval period and this notion made clearer by clothing. Generally scarlet colors like red and purple were meant for nobles especially for kings and princes. Among wealthier people nobles were the trend setter. Their clothing made of expensive fabrics was embellished with elaborate embroideries, laces, ruffles and embedded gems.

Negligence by rulers, miserable living condition and unemployment forced some English people towards the path of piracy. Popularly known as sea robbers, their pirate clothing were basically the looted costumes from hijacked ships of merchants and rulers.

Although clothing were one of the major way of dividing people in social hierarchy but so much of severance resulted in invention of new techniques and clothing designing methods which is still making modern human beings gaga for medieval costumes.

Renaissance Wedding Costume takes in Medieval Style 6 Mar 2012 9:08 PM (13 years ago)

Wedding gowns can be found in shops who deal in bridal wears however it can be happened that such shops of your area don’t carry themed dresses. There is another option of searching for these renaissance costumes. Search for designers who offer custom designing. Custom designed renaissance gowns will have quality fabric with exact measurement, stunning and striking appearance but there is one problem, custom made dresses cost a lot. So, the best available option is to haunt them online. Internet can prove a very helpful medium for finding awesome period dresses. You will be able to find wedding dresses of famous 3Ps. - princess, peasant and pirate online.

Renaissance costumes for wedding available online are on par with the dresses of offline shops in terms of quality and are reasonably priced. You will get the same costume at much lower price. If website from where you are opting to buy dress comes with schemes like discounts and free shipping then it will be icing on the cake, make purchase amount very cost effective. To reach the classism of medieval style your wedding dress must be slim fitted, corset or griddle to support upper part of body and laced in front. Renaissance wedding gowns have embroidery, stitched with threads of gold or silver.

Gearing up for a medieval theme wedding, a lot of preparation is needed for themed weddings. From costumes of bride and groom to guests, from food to background and from music to etiquettes of people all should be able to reflect the charm and charisma of renaissance magical era. Soon to be bride expects her renaissance dress for wedding to be magnificent attire, appealing, giving the renaissance vibes and make her look outstanding. However in order to get a perfect renaissance style gown you need to put effort otherwise you will end up building castles in the air.

Just look at the few dresses available on internet; I’ll bet they can give a stiff competition to renaissance clothing of any established offline shops.

Hildegard Princess Dress: This dress is again made from velvet fabric. The brocade fabric on side panels and puffy upper sleeves make it appear opulent. Drawstring and loops on back are provided for comfort fit. This alluring dress is perfect for your dream wedding.

Lady of Lead Gowns: This elegant piece of cloth is made from soft velvet fabric, has long funnel type sleeves with a cut underneath of which another sleeves of narrow endings are stitched. In similar fashion the skirt part of gown has slit and golden color brocade lace peeped out of it.

The Majestic Beauty Gown: This gown is the beautiful combination of nobel surcoat and princess of pearl dress. Surcoat is made from velvet fabric has wide neckline and large armholes with white metallic sequenced lace. Dress part is made from satin material with blue and gold trims. For buttons white pearl are used.

Above mentioned renaissance dresses and renaissance costumes for themed wedding are my favorite, you will find a lot more on internet once you start browsing.

Festival and its Create Fashion 20 Feb 2012 8:27 PM (13 years ago)

Village fairs and festivals were important occasions in the life of the common people in Renaissance Europe, when they could socialize at these public venues and also market their handicrafts and other home-made products. This was an occasion for them to dress up in gaiety in the best of their clothes, to add to the festive atmosphere.
Today’s sub-culture borrows its fashion from the styles of costumes. The flowing lines of long full length gowns, corset-shaped jackets with drawstrings, pirate-style shirts, skirts with trimmings, frills and laces with loose tops lined with brocades and frills are favorite themes of renaissance costumes inspired by the Mediaeval clothing styles. These styles are mixed with punk styles and contemporary looks to create a new style.
This sub-culture also borrows the theme of fairs from the mediaeval period. However, unlike the fairs of the period, the contemporary sub-cultural fairs are occasions to show off the Sub-cultural costumes. People dress up in their costumes, dye their hair black, shade their nails and lips in dark shades and also a=carry accessories from the mediaeval clothing such as swords gilded and studded with semi-precious stones.
In these fairs, people who follow his sub-culture also wear the specific costumes related to the famous characters from the mediaeval history and English literature. Invitations are sent out using archaic English, mentioning the names of fictional characters from literature and special gala evens to recreate the mood of festival. This event is very popular all over the United States and especially the state of Florida is famous for these kinds of festivals.
A festival thus, is a sub-cultural expression of the people’s desire to break free of formatted lives created by the industrialized societies. At the same time, it is an occasion for the garment industry to promote the sub-cultural Renaissance costumes.

Medieval Renaissance Clothing Fashion Style 15 Feb 2012 2:39 AM (13 years ago)

Renaissance clothing has become a fashion statement in this modern world. Dresses for men and women are being inspired by the Renaissance dresses from Europe. Mediaeval costumes provide an elegant and graceful look to the wearer. Portraits of aristocratic men and ladies from Europe have provided the inspiration for the design of these costumes meant for modern men and women.

Renaissance dresses for women include long gowns covering the feet, but without the flow of gathers. These modern Renaissance-style gowns are figure-hugging. Cotton, linen and laces are used to enhance the visual appeal. Cuts and shapes follow the trends popular in the mediaeval costumes as we see in the paintings of those eras.

An important dress for women is inspired by the mediaeval chemise. Chemise was a long and lose cotton or linen tunic worn in mediaeval times by the ladies under all their dresses. Its chief function was to provide an elegant fall to the outer garment and to absorb perspiration. Modern dress inspired by the chemise can be worn as the main dress in a stylish mediaeval fashion. It comes in white, black, patterned fabric or even in bright colours such as burgundy red. Sleeves are long and may be detached in some costumes.

Cloaks, robes and capes are other pieces of dresses inspired by the mediaeval costumes. They provide a regal look to the wearer and may be made from cotton, silk, satin, velvet and synthetic fabric.

Pirate clothing is very popular for men interested in these costumes. Men’s clothing has a full ensemble in the form of pirate shirts, capes, cloaks, coats, tunics and vests. Dresses for men in the form of coats and tunics may be in bold colours such as maroon, blue or black and may be embroidered with brocade. Caps may have gems, brocade and feathers adorning them. Swords and daggers complete the clothing accessories for men’s costumes.

Dressed To Kill In Fascinating Medieval Dresses 4 Nov 2011 3:11 AM (13 years ago)

Medieval clothing offers a whole range of charming, ornate and magnificent styles which can be imagined only in fairy tales and legends. Renaissance period is the most widely remembered and celebrated era in the world. In United States of America, there is an unusual Renaissance festival where the period is recreated with men and women wearing medieval dresses and costumes, armory, helmets, veils and swords. American Renaissance clothes were not restricted to costumes of King and Queen but also common people like peasants, knights, workers, musicians, dancers and jugglers.

Pirates were also famous for their notoriety in the seven seas in those times. Pirate clothing is high in fashion nowadays and covers a range of shirts, waist coats, jackets, sashes, belts, breeches and accessories like gold hoop earrings, precious stone embedded rings, bracelets, and not to forget the distinct yet trendy leather and latex pirate boots. Pirates called themselves swaggers of the sea and threatened everyone who crossed the waters while they were around. Pirate clothing was a symbol of pitiless and unforgiving seamen who stripped ordinary sailors and voyagers to the last penny.

Pirate shirts are made with wide and laced full sleeves with broad ends while some have full length sleeves with a tapered end with flounce and frill. Their shirts and pants were loose fitted because pirate seamen had to undergo grueling tasks at the Captain’s orders. European medieval clothing for women consisted of different types of gowns, skirts and dresses like Florentine gowns, Roman gowns, Isabelle gowns and Renaissance wedding gowns were very popular then and even now.

Other accessories and cloth pieces were worn to accentuate the shape of the body and reflect feminine beauty. These were bodices, head hoops, gloves, underskirts, waist bands with or without laces, collars etc. Women from upper class were fond of wearing fancy hats to parties and public functions. While rich women spent extravagantly on costly dresses and accessories; the commoners wore peasant dresses, highland gowns, maiden skirts and dresses which were made out of run of the mill fabric.

It is believed that it was with the birth of medieval clothing, that modern fashion was introduced to the world for the first time. There is no other fashion or style of clothing that was followed before the medieval fashion came into vogue. Certain cuts, designs and fabric were used to make these clothes which were never seen by people before. For further beautifying or enhancing the dress use of laces, buttons, frill, broaches, fur and gemstones were used.

Today many contemporary dresses and clothes are based on the designs of the medieval dresses. The clothes from the ancient times were also symbolic of the wealth and prosperity of a person and his ability to make investments. The nobility had exclusive right to wear silk fabric in dazzling and rich colors like red, green, gold, orange, royal blue, crimson etc while the poor wore wool and linen in dull colors. It will not be wrong to say that present day trendy clothes have their roots somewhere in medieval clothes and this fashion will never fade.

Celebrating the Essence of Renaissance Through Renaissance Festivals 27 Sep 2011 2:27 AM (13 years ago)

The renaissance festival is a once a year event that is celebrated in the memory of the period. People participate in this festival dressed in bright medieval clothing and they make merry by preparing delicious dishes and also take part in other fun activities. Since this festival is connected with thehistory you will witness many interesting facets of that era. However, stress is given on the fashion and dresses that was prevalent during that time.
During that period Elizabeth I was the Queen of England and hence the period is also known as the Elizabethan Period. It was she who popularized the costumes that are still a rage today. Therefore the festival is basically a celebration of her reign. The trend of celebrating this festival started towards the latter part of period and is still continuing till today. The renaissance period was preceded by the Dark Ages and people decided to hold this festival as a mark of celebration for emerging from that period. All about art and color and therefore you will find people putting on colorful medieval dresses during the event.
In those bygone days this festival used to have themes and activities for the enjoyment of the participants. Today there are contests and games for both grown-ups as well as children. There are contests and games like wordplay, singing and dancing, music, juggling and a lot of other fun activities.
Although Europeans celebrate this festival in a more subtle way giving stress on the educational and historical value of that period, it is the Americans who through their unique way make this festival a truly lively event. The Europeans by celebrating this festival try to delve into the rich history of the period when Queen Elizabeth I ruled over England. On the other hand the Americans try to portray the essence of that period by dressing up like the people of that era. So you will find gents sporting pirate shirts to experience how pirates of the past lived and felt. Similarly ladies dress up in different like princess dress, peasant dress etc.
Thousands of visitors attend this festival wearing medieval dresses. Some of the costumes are based on fantasy characters like pirates, Vikings etc. So you will find men and women dressed in costumes like pirate shirts along with matching accessories. There are shows, games, food and drink as well as other activities which used to be a part of the period. Art and handicraft items based on the theme of renaissance are put up for sale. Even Shakespearean plays are held on elaborate stages and performers enact performances based on characters from the past.
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Renaissance Clothing- Reflection of Social Standing even Today 7 Sep 2011 3:44 AM (13 years ago)

Renaissance clothing, the inseparable part of middle age has succeeded in maintaining its charm in modern era too. But now their usages are restricted to famous events, plays and in some history based Hollywood movies. Although now-a-days they are not worn on daily basis as earlier yet these renaissance medieval clothing is great source of inspiration for modern designers. It is not like that that they are completely vanished from normal day life; in altered form people are still wearing them.

The variations in the designing, color, fabric was treat to watch. Regardless the kind of technology they had at that time, the quality of the costumes were unmatchable. Even today it is hard to find the same level creativity and quality. Designers of that time knew how to use colors like velvet, violet, red beautify renaissance dresses with embroidery, laces and some extravagant costumes with costly stones and gems. Not only today’s people but the 16th century person also knew how to dress well. If you see the portrait of those persons whether they were rich, poor or commoner you will observe that they dressed well irrespective of their status. Everyone according to their status had managed to maintain the distinctive styling sense.

The factor which influenced the dressing style of men and women of that era was division of classes on the basis of material and color of fabric. If you know poor people were not allowed to wear expensive and extravagant fabrics, even if they want they couldn’t afford. They dressed according to wealth, social standing and importance in society.

If you pay attention to your surrounding you will find people around you wearing renaissance clothing which reflect their status so, dressing accordingly is not aged fashion but still exist. Knowingly or unknowingly we also dress according to our standing in society. This is why a commoner wears pants and shirts, a businessman is more into tuxedos and a socialite wear cocktail dresses. Wealthier people wore more gold, diamond stud jewelries like necklace, earring, ring and others and branded items. They flaunt their expensive accessories like hand bags, foot wear. These things show the same trend that were prevailing during middle age and are not just mere coincidence, they are done deliberately.

It is a fact that our sense of fashion is mirror of bygone era. If people of today’s modern world so strongly attached to dresses of their status then you could also imagine how seriously the people of those conservative times took their clothes.

Renaissance Festivals is a medieval and renaissance clothing online store where you could be able to find the renaissance dresses like medieval shirts, pirate shirts and other costumes in wide array of collection.

Manufactures and Sells a Range of Medieval Costumes-Renaissance-Festivals 13 Jun 2011 3:27 AM (13 years ago)

When it comes to buying the medieval costumes and accessories, Renaissance Festivals is the shoppers delight. It manufactures and sells the whole range of medieval products. It is designed in user friendly manner so that anyone can pick the costumes or accessory of their choice very easily.
For men’s wear it has men’s category which provides a very interesting range of costumes, coats, vests, tunic and doublets, pants, kilts etc. In the same line, for women’s also it has many varieties in medieval blouses, chemise, bodice, pirate shirts, cloaks, capes and many more.
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Medieval Wench Blouses and Tops Shades and Varieties 23 May 2011 1:58 AM (13 years ago)

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Renaissance Costumes-Dealing with Changes of Changing Society 5 May 2011 3:15 AM (14 years ago)

Republic, see Germany's passion for the Renaissance Festival, but the fact that the civilian population and the medieval period and the end of the civil society in a position at the beginning of a new government was, or we can say, born again, land is economic warfare is described, a carpenter, clothe the sick contempt of danger. Celebrated the new freedom of anarchy began to celebrate Christmas in love to point out that his country, which is released from renaissance costumes now almost as it had risen.
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Medieval Renaissance Costumes for Renaissance Men Women 21 Apr 2011 12:41 AM (14 years ago)

Renaissance Costume History Began in 1940 20 Apr 2011 2:20 AM (14 years ago)

Renaissance costume history began in 1940, started by one country and then spread worldwide, creating a high impact resistance. However, renaissance costumes, stage of development in this period, when the Germans to refer to the strengthening of physics. They represent a large majority of trains around the head, legs, hands, back and chest. As used springs accessorize any color. This step was followed by more revelations of the renaissance costumes and most creative. These combination are usually dark colored with a black velvet head-dress usually used. White cloth is used with gold and burgundy shirt and pirate flying around the neck and hands.

When there was a significant event, rich people used to sort a costume and an expensive clothes for those who cannot afford the ears is a habit. Renaissance clothing for men includes the differences between low-crowned banks of the CAP, which was sometimes half high enough or back. The most common hair was short. Style and length of hair depends on your taste. In this century men's hair as men of the 21st Century 16 today.

Women medieval clothing are different from the coast or a scarf around the neck. Sleeves were like a funnel, which began to intensify the cuff. Like the men who also have a way of winning a hat. They had either a very complex type of hair or just wear a scarf to cover her head.

In all important aspects of these medieval pirates clothing mainly in materials of high quality and are heavy, large, wide feet shoes heels, men and women who prefer to cover their heads with hats or caps, wearing clothes body with long sleeves and hips. The dresses of the Renaissance played a key role in human history, and therefore the regeneration period of rebirth, or permanently marked in a conspicuous place in history. Medieval Clothing Port Authority has always among people who were considered to be the king or queen of another era. These shirts are more popular Pirates of the day and demand is that people of all age groups show an interest in medieval costumes, increasingly Renaissance.

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Renaissance Gowns 26 Mar 2011 3:22 AM (14 years ago)

Renaissance gowns were the most loved dress by women and this is supported by the fact that they were available in lots of designs for royalties to the people of lower class. So many eras had come and gone but the popularity of gowns only increased and ever increasing. In 21st century also they are equally famous, the role of media is appreciable in this direction; most of the Hollywood personality supports it during mega events. Gowns especially from renaissance era were at its best period. The artful uses of brocades, velvets and Silk and sometimes along with embedded precious metals on them make it more tempting.

Anyone can be enchanted by the classy, elegant and earthy look of renaissance gowns. Stones and precious metals were embedded especially on the neckline and fur was used on the sleeves. Within royalties also you can see the different designs like Queen Katherine Gowns were Gold hand Stitched and white pearls were embedded on it. Anjou Gowns were all about Rich Brocades, Lavish Trims with elegant lace-up back. Queen Florentine Gown had Rich elegant fabrics full length skirt, multiple golden trims and heavy lave on sleeves.

As in those days expensive material for the fabrics of gowns were available for the people of upper status and royalties only, people belonging to lower status in the society used cotton for their gowns and to make them more appealing they always make beautiful use of color patterns. They also embed precious metals on the basis of their income particularly in neckline.

Wearing gowns means wearing layers of cloths which make it heavy and irritable for today’s women but in those days it was a symbol of nobility, elegance and beauty. There were as many as 5 different layers of dresses which make it a gown and layers were consist of underskirts, collar, vests, bodice and skirt and precious metals on it further made it heavier. Wearing a gown was a difficult task as it needed two helpers and many hours to fit into it but for the sake of beauty all pain have to be beard.

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Wear Medieval Costumes for All Occasion 21 Mar 2011 9:33 PM (14 years ago)

Get Inspiration to Renaissance Medieval Costumes 18 Mar 2011 8:46 PM (14 years ago)

Renaissance era in the history of Europe which can even be called as revolutionary period not only brought changes in political situation but also in the living way of people of that era, the way people eat and dress themselves. In this festivals most of the people portray themselves as 16th century people but some also love to dress as one who is from earlier history like Vikings, barbarians, wizards and fairies or from 18th century as pirates.

Renaissance festival held weekly and is a great crow puller. People get time to spend with family and friends. The festival is based on craft, fair, performance and partly historical restoration but soul of the festival lies in the characters portray by people easiest and fastest way of getting desired costumes, medieval clothing stuff.

Medieval clothing was consist of Blouse, Chemise, Bodice, Skirts and Pants, Pirate Shirts, Cloaks and capes, coats and Vests but in the sub categories to these stuffs, these are countless to name. Gowns with frills and large circle endings were especially famous with the women’s of higher class for special occasions such as parties and weddings. These gowns had skirt of Lenin beneath it.

Medieval Dresses was also used to distinguish among the class of people. Ladies of higher class were the trend setter of medieval period. They used to wear luxurious fur Cloaks and precious jewels to show their aristocracy or high social rank. Whereas ladies of lower social rank were deprived from such as luxury costumes.

With the word pirates the first thing which comes to mind is notorious people with loose pirate shirt and pants with high sea boots and a rope in hand. This is the most desirable character portray by men or women in festival and is in line of Renaissance clothing. To get the feel of period one has to be covered from head to toe and clothing line of this option too one can accessorized with helmets, bracelets, male and female boots, Necklaces and rings, Scarf and belts and head wear. These dresses are available in all sizes and targeted to all age groups.

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Why Popular Men and Women Renaissance Costumes? 18 Mar 2011 8:25 PM (14 years ago)