One of the main reasons why people enjoy playing ‘medieval’ is because of the rich and ‘secret-filled’ history of the period. Not only was the medieval times known for stuff like magic but also of knights in shining armour, dragons, and prince and princesses. And unlike other historical periods, dressing up like those in the medieval times is fun and enjoyable.

Another good thing about wearing medieval clothes is the wide array of possible outfits to choose from. The rich history and wild imagination during the time, has provided us with hundreds if not thousands of different characters to portray, so whoever you  maybe, there’s always a character out there that can feel connected to.

But if you’re still feeling clueless about what to wear to that medieval event, we’ve prepared a list of top medieval clothes for men, women, or both.

Medieval Clothes for Men
Two important characteristics for medieval men are elegance and masculinity. Not only should a male look good, his features should be highlighted as well. Long sleeves with tiny tucks or jackets that come in white or black are good ideas for a top while twill breaches are a good choice for one’s pants. It would also be a good idea to play with colors ranging from black to burgundy to evoke that masculine appeal.

Medieval Clothes for Women
Women are better off with gowns that are bold and beautiful. Top choices would be those that have square lines, sheer sleeves, and elaborate lines and strokes. Perfect colours would be those that are rich and bright like gold and metal while deep colours like violet and dark blue will give off that mysterious effect.

Medieval Accessories For Men and Women
Accents are also great to add to one’s clothing. Small accessories like arm and wrist bracelets add a touch of elegance or charm to an otherwise, plain piece of clothing. One could also opt to use wigs for that ‘sudden make-over’ effect. The use of wigs is one of the best ways to actually‘live the character’, since you actually look like one. They come in different colors, length, and shapes and are easy to use, thus giving you that original, realistic medieval look.

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Ernie Balderrama writes articles related to wench costume and renaissance costumes. You  can find more information about renaissance costumes at our web site.

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