16th Century Women's Accessories
Ruff:
#1500L16
Starts at $50 to sew + materials
+ $50 underproper
Prices will vary according to design
Small ruffs are starched linen and can have lace edging. Large ruffs are linen, lace or both and are supported by an underpropper, which is a wire collar. All underproppers come with a padded neckband for comfort.
Ruff pictured here is 6" wide on a linen band, unstarched.
See "partlet" on undergarments page for a common woman's ruff.
Apron:
#1500L17
$15 to sew + materials
Linen, cotton
Aprons help preserve the workingwoman's kirtle (gown). They are easier to wash and less expensive to replace when they get soiled. Many had elaborate trim along the hem and two ties, one at the waist, and another lower on the skirt to hold the apron on your lap, and to help create a large "pocket" when carrying objects like fruit or other goods.
Coif / Hood:
#1500L18
$20 to sew + materials
Linen, silk
Coifs cover your hair, like a skullcap or bonnet.
Garters:
#1500L20
Start at $5 / pair to sew + materials
silk, linen, leather
To hold up your socks!
16th Century Women's Accessories
Ruff:
#1500L16
Starts at $50 to sew + materials
+ $50 underproper
Prices will vary according to design
Small ruffs are starched linen and can have lace edging. Large ruffs are linen, lace or both and are supported by an underpropper, which is a wire collar. All underproppers come with a padded neckband for comfort.
Ruff pictured here is 6" wide on a linen band, unstarched.
See "partlet" on undergarments page for a common woman's ruff.
Apron:
#1500L17
$15 to sew + materials
Linen, cotton
Aprons help preserve the workingwoman's kirtle (gown). They are easier to wash and less expensive to replace when they get soiled. Many had elaborate trim along the hem and two ties, one at the waist, and another lower on the skirt to hold the apron on your lap, and to help create a large "pocket" when carrying objects like fruit or other goods.
Coif / Hood:
#1500L18
$20 to sew + materials
Linen, silk
Coifs cover your hair, like a skullcap or bonnet.
Garters:
#1500L20
Start at $5 / pair to sew + materials
silk, linen, leather
To hold up your socks!