How should I dress for the Renaissance Faire?
How should I dress for the Renaissance Faire?
To dress for a renaissance fair, you’ll want to find a loose-fitting outfit made of natural fabrics, like a medieval dress or tunic and pants. Decide what kind of character you want to dress as, like a peasant, pirate, wench, or nobleman. You can find a costume online or in a costume store.
What do people wear during the Renaissance?
In 1520-1529, men and women both began to wear shirts with high standing collars ending in a frill at the neck and cuff, which would later evolve into the ruff. Dark colors continued to grow in popularity, as did everything oversize, among them: codpieces, gown sleeves, and elaborate headdresses.
What is Renaissance clothing called?
Chemise (shuh-meez): the basic foundation garment of all women’s renaissance clothing; a large, full-sleeved blouse with either a high or low neckline.
What did the poor wear during the Renaissance?
All but the poorest would have cloth hosen (stockings) and shoes, or if he wore no hose, he would have long breeches similar to pajama pants, cross gartered from ankle to knee. Cross gartered breeches were commonly worn by the lower classes since before the Conquest in 1066.
What should you not wear to a Renaissance Faire?
For summer Ren Faires, tights would be uncomfortably warm anyway. DON’T dress as a pirate, Trekkie, mermaid, elf, unless it’s that kind of Renaissance Faire. Some California Faires and elsewhere mix fantasy themes. Others stick to a time period like the Elizabethan Era, so check the website.
Do you need a costume for a Ren Faire?
Do I have to come in costume? Although many of our guests arrive in costume, we recommend wearing comfortable clothing. However, we feel the experience of the Faire is heightened and more fun when you come dressed to play.
