In AD 476, with the fall of Western Roman Empire, medieval clothing begins. It saw the transition from classical to medieval clothing. Men wore breeches or trousers, a tunic (a variety of loose fitting garments extending to the hips or knees) with a silk and brightly colored border and a cloak. Women's medieval clothes on the other hand, included a kirtle, which was like a long tunic that covered an undershirt as well as concealed their leg. They used to wear a long tunic put on over the head. The super tunic had some design on the neck, sleeves, and edge. Then the women would place a cloak on that is fixed firmly below the chin. The cloaks were usually full length and had a cloth veil to conceal the hair. These were the basics of the medieval customs.
During Medieval time, much like today, the clothes that one wore signified the wearer's social status. The clothes of peasants were made from rough, homespun cloth that was often itchy and uncomfortable. The medieval clothing of the merchant and landlord’s classes on the other hand, were often made of smooth and luxurious fabrics that were expensive to purchase.
Now coming to the present time, medieval clothes are still very much popular as it represents the grand history. These days, people are in the habit of doing different things whether we talk about party, marriage anniversary and something else.
Friday, May 28, 2010
Trojan War helmet
Trojan War Greek helmet was made famous in the movie Troy. Its smooth, long shape clearly defines and distinguishes this helmet from other ancient helmets. You'll find Trojan helmets in silver, black, brass, and bronze and combination of black or red plume with these metals will finish up your costume nicely and gives you a look of real warrior.
Royal Corinthian Helmet
Based on archeological evidence, the Corinthian helmet is generally acknowledged as the first Greek helmet designed. Corinthian helmets were as similar as Spartan helmets in term of face design. They only differ on the frontal cheek guards as Corinthian helmet’s cheek was bit longer than the Spartan helmets. Also, these Greek helmets were usually made up of brass or a black metal. These also had a plume often made of horse hair. Today's replicas will be made with a synthetic hair or more expensive ones will come with real horse hair. This Royal Corinthian Helmet is an eye-catching reproduction of the ancient Corinthians.
Greek helmet-choose the way you like
In this era, people are fond of collecting antiquities whether it is any ancient portrait, weapons like sword or dagger, guns, medieval costumes and warrior’s helmet etc. People these days are very passionate about the war armor and helmets. They always look to add such antiquities to their collections.
We are going to discuss on Greek helmets so will talk about Greek helmets and the changing trends in their types and designs. Greek helmet is a term that encompasses quite a few precise styles of helmet. There are different designs of Greek Helmets that the Greek wore during the war time. These helmets were generally designed to protect the forehead, nose and cheek bones during battle, and were constructed out of bronze or brass in one piece These include the Corinthian helmet, Spartan helmet, Trojan helmet and Hoplite helmet. If you are the real lover of antiquities you can buy most of these in any online stores, but you should do some research to assure yourself that the things you are going to buy has historically importance or not.
We are going to discuss on Greek helmets so will talk about Greek helmets and the changing trends in their types and designs. Greek helmet is a term that encompasses quite a few precise styles of helmet. There are different designs of Greek Helmets that the Greek wore during the war time. These helmets were generally designed to protect the forehead, nose and cheek bones during battle, and were constructed out of bronze or brass in one piece These include the Corinthian helmet, Spartan helmet, Trojan helmet and Hoplite helmet. If you are the real lover of antiquities you can buy most of these in any online stores, but you should do some research to assure yourself that the things you are going to buy has historically importance or not.
Sunday, May 9, 2010
Medieval clothes
In AD 476, with the fall of Western Roman Empire, medieval clothing begins. It saw the transition from classical to medieval clothing. Men wore breeches or trousers, a tunic (a variety of loose fitting garments extending to the hips or knees) with a silk and brightly colored border and a cloak. Women's medieval clothes on the other hand, included a kirtle, which was like a long tunic that covered an undershirt as well as concealed their leg. They used to wear a long tunic put on over the head. The super tunic had some design on the neck, sleeves, and edge. Then the women would place a cloak on that is fixed firmly below the chin. The cloaks were usually full length and had a cloth veil to conceal the hair. These were the basics of the medieval customs.
During Medieval time, much like today, the clothes that one wore signified the wearer's social status. The clothes of peasants were made from rough, homespun cloth that was often itchy and uncomfortable. The medieval clothing of the merchant and landlord’s classes on the other hand, were often made of smooth and luxurious fabrics that were expensive to purchase.
During Medieval time, much like today, the clothes that one wore signified the wearer's social status. The clothes of peasants were made from rough, homespun cloth that was often itchy and uncomfortable. The medieval clothing of the merchant and landlord’s classes on the other hand, were often made of smooth and luxurious fabrics that were expensive to purchase.
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