Monthly Archives: October 2012

Why I Dress in Renaissance Clothing

Several years ago, I went on a date that I wasn’t exactly excited about. The guy was a nice guy though, and what he suggested as a date intrigued me a little. He said he was going to take me out to a bow and arrow shooting range, where I could learn to shoot a […]

Why We Love Wenches

Are you considering going as a wench this Halloween to a party or other Halloween event? Wench costumes have many uses, offering tons of flexibility (beer wench costumes, or pirate costumes, as well as other medieval costumes.) Here’s why the wench costume is so great and why this costume makes an excellent outfit to wear. […]

Go Medieval This Halloween

The medieval era has always had a bit of mystery to it. The knight in shining armor and the damsel in distress are images we think of when it comes to the medieval times. The castle with a king and queen and the loyal subjects are other similar images. This Halloween, consider going with a […]

5 More Uses for Your Renaissance Costumes

So, you’ve decided to get a costume and attend renaissance fairs all season, but what do you do with your costume once fair season is over?  Spending all the money and time crafting the perfect and authentic costume doesn’t have to be wasted on a costume that’s only worn once or twice a year!  Here […]

How to Accessorize, Renaissance Style

Getting or making a costume for a renaissance fair can be complicated enough but that’s only half of it!  After you decide on what costume and what class you would like to go as, you now need to decide what jewelry and accessories to wear to match that your costume. The renaissance brought jewelry in […]

Capes and Cloaks; Form and Function

Capes and cloaks can add an air of mystique to any costume or outfit.  While there is an undeniable function and effect that wearing a cape or a cloak can have, it is important to understand the difference in cloaks and capes that make them fundamentally different. Capes A cape has no sleeves, and goes […]

The Finer Points of Women’s Renaissance Clothing

When dressing for a renaissance fair, or attempting to portray a woman from that time, there are some definite key elements that should be observed when putting an outfit together.  For the most part, the Renaissance was a time about displaying wealth through clothing.  The history around the era sees a renovation of the classes […]

Why You Should Visit a Renaissance Festival

Renaissance festivals are slowly becoming very popular across America, Canada and Europe. But what are they and what is the appeal? A renaissance festival is like any other festival, but with a twist. A renaissance festival will differ from standard festivals by having a touch of spice or Gothic adventure about them. Renaissance fairs are […]