17th Century Men's Outerwear
Full Hose / Slops:
#1600M03
linen, wool, satin, silk, brocade
Starts at $75
Full hose or slops were common until about mid-century when they gave way to breeches. They are very full and made from pleats or panels. They are lined for warmth and stability. Slops are worn with hoes to complete the pant leg.
Doublet:
#1600M04
linen, wool, satin, silk, brocade
Starts at $120
The doublet buttons down the front and at the cuffs. It often had wings on the shoulders to hide the sleeve attachments and had short skirts or tabs on the bottom. Sleeves can be fitted or full. Doublets can have slashes, embroidery, and trim. Breaches are tied to the doublet with ribbons through eyelets at the waistband.
Breeches:
#1600M05
linen, wool, satin, silk, brocade
Starts at $60
The term “breeches” replaced hoes by 1630, they are joined at the center seam and close at the waist like modern pants. Breeches usually end just below the knee and have varying degrees of fullness depending on the region and year. Your stockings should be long enough that you don't flash kneecaps when sitting or riding.
Waistcoat / Embroidered Linen jacket with ribbon ties:
#1600M06
Starts at $120
Embroidered linen jackets with ribbon ties were very popular in the first decade of the 17th century. They were worn with lace cuffs and collars. Sleeves were sewn on rather than tied on. Waistcoats came into fashion in the 1660’s and were cut at the waist, much like modern vests.
Gown:
#1600M07
Starts at $200
Gowns, or “nightgowns” were technically worn during the day for added warmth and formal occasions. They are made from luxurious fabrics like velvet, satin and fur. They can have long, loose sleeves, short open sleeves or be sleeveless.
Leather Jerkin:
#1600M08
Starts at $200
Jerkins are usually made from leather and worn open over doublets or belted at the waist with a silk or satin sash. Jerkins are sleeveless, have high waists and long skirts. Soldiers commonly wore them.
Hand sewing fees may apply.
Casaque / Cape:
#1600M09
linen, wool, silk, brocade, satin
Sleeveless Starts at $150
Sleeves Starts at $200
Short capes were worn over other garments for formal dress occasions or as protection from the elements. They could be sleeveless or have split panels and a shoulder cape that buttoned into a jacket. This second style is known as a casaque. Think Three Musketeers.
Long Cloak / Hooded Cloak:
#1600M10
Starts at $200
A full circle cloak that ends mid-calf for is great for keeping you warm.
17th Century Men's Outerwear
Full Hose / Slops:
#1600M03
linen, wool, satin, silk, brocade
Starts at $75
Full hose or slops were common until about mid-century when they gave way to breeches. They are very full and made from pleats or panels. They are lined for warmth and stability. Slops are worn with hoes to complete the pant leg.
Doublet:
#1600M04
linen, wool, satin, silk, brocade
Starts at $120
The doublet buttons down the front and at the cuffs. It often had wings on the shoulders to hide the sleeve attachments and had short skirts or tabs on the bottom. Sleeves can be fitted or full. Doublets can have slashes, embroidery, and trim. Breaches are tied to the doublet with ribbons through eyelets at the waistband.
Breeches:
#1600M05
linen, wool, satin, silk, brocade
Starts at $60
The term “breeches” replaced hoes by 1630, they are joined at the center seam and close at the waist like modern pants. Breeches usually end just below the knee and have varying degrees of fullness depending on the region and year. Your stockings should be long enough that you don't flash kneecaps when sitting or riding.
Waistcoat / Embroidered Linen jacket with ribbon ties:
#1600M06
Starts at $120
Embroidered linen jackets with ribbon ties were very popular in the first decade of the 17th century. They were worn with lace cuffs and collars. Sleeves were sewn on rather than tied on. Waistcoats came into fashion in the 1660’s and were cut at the waist, much like modern vests.
Gown:
#1600M07
Starts at $200
Gowns, or “nightgowns” were technically worn during the day for added warmth and formal occasions. They are made from luxurious fabrics like velvet, satin and fur. They can have long, loose sleeves, short open sleeves or be sleeveless.
Leather Jerkin:
#1600M08
Starts at $200
Jerkins are usually made from leather and worn open over doublets or belted at the waist with a silk or satin sash. Jerkins are sleeveless, have high waists and long skirts. Soldiers commonly wore them.
Hand sewing fees may apply.
Casaque / Cape:
#1600M09
linen, wool, silk, brocade, satin
Sleeveless Starts at $150
Sleeves Starts at $200
Short capes were worn over other garments for formal dress occasions or as protection from the elements. They could be sleeveless or have split panels and a shoulder cape that buttoned into a jacket. This second style is known as a casaque. Think Three Musketeers.
Long Cloak / Hooded Cloak:
#1600M10
Starts at $200
A full circle cloak that ends mid-calf for is great for keeping you warm.