16th Century Women's Outerwear
Forepart:
#1500L11
silk, brocade, velvet, satin
Starts at $50
Petticoats with the front panel made from decorative fabric, the sides and back are made from cotton or muslin dyed to match. Semi-fitted drawstring waist.
Overskirt (separate):
#1500L12
linen, wool, silk, brocade, velvet, satin
Starts at $55
Overskirts are usually open in front to display the forepart, have a semi-fitted drawstring waist and match the bodice fabric to complete the 'gown' look.
Bodice / Pair of Bodies:
#1500L13
linen, wool, brocade, silk, satin
Starts at $100
A separate top with a decorative hem. A bodice can end at the waist with tabs, or below the hips falling over the skirts. Sometimes stiffened to replace the corset. It can match or complement the skirts. This is the most common young lady's top at this time. See any of Sophonisba Anguissola's work.
Stomacher:
#1500L14
silk, brocade, velvet, satin
Starts at $20
Embroidered / quilted $20 + materials + $10 / hr.
A stomacher is a decorative front-piece of a bodice or gown. It can be worn over or under the bodice, be plain or fancy, match or contrast with the gown. It can be boned or soft. There are many variations, but all are beautiful.
Gown / Kirtle:
#1500L15
wool, linen, silk, brocade, velvet, satin, other
Starts at $200
Each gown has front and side openings that lace tight for a snug fit. Sleeves can be sewn or tied-on. The skirt is pleated and sewn to the bodice. Bodices are lightly boned or corded to create a smoother fit.
Hooded Cloak:
#1500L16
Short cloak Starts at $150
Long cloak Starts at $200
Keep warm in the cold months. Knee to ankle length, closes with a clasp at the neckline (not included).
16th Century Women's Outerwear
Forepart:
#1500L11
silk, brocade, velvet, satin
Starts at $50
Petticoats with the front panel made from decorative fabric, the sides and back are made from cotton or muslin dyed to match. Semi-fitted drawstring waist.
Overskirt (separate):
#1500L12
linen, wool, silk, brocade, velvet, satin
Starts at $55
Overskirts are usually open in front to display the forepart, have a semi-fitted drawstring waist and match the bodice fabric to complete the 'gown' look.
Bodice / Pair of Bodies:
#1500L13
linen, wool, brocade, silk, satin
Starts at $100
A separate top with a decorative hem. A bodice can end at the waist with tabs, or below the hips falling over the skirts. Sometimes stiffened to replace the corset. It can match or complement the skirts. This is the most common young lady's top at this time. See any of Sophonisba Anguissola's work.
Stomacher:
#1500L14
silk, brocade, velvet, satin
Starts at $20
Embroidered / quilted $20 + materials + $10 / hr.
A stomacher is a decorative front-piece of a bodice or gown. It can be worn over or under the bodice, be plain or fancy, match or contrast with the gown. It can be boned or soft. There are many variations, but all are beautiful.
Gown / Kirtle:
#1500L15
wool, linen, silk, brocade, velvet, satin, other
Starts at $200
Each gown has front and side openings that lace tight for a snug fit. Sleeves can be sewn or tied-on. The skirt is pleated and sewn to the bodice. Bodices are lightly boned or corded to create a smoother fit.
Hooded Cloak:
#1500L16
Short cloak Starts at $150
Long cloak Starts at $200
Keep warm in the cold months. Knee to ankle length, closes with a clasp at the neckline (not included).