The fifteenth century was an exaggeration of the modes of the fourteenth.
Burgundy fashion. France nobility 1480.
Category: Middle Ages
Middle Ages costumes and fashion. Period between 700 to 15th century. Style of Byzantine, Carolingian, Romanesque, Gothic and Renaissance.
The Duchesse. French nobility. 14th c..
The woman wears a tight-fitting bodice, furthermore the pleated Chiopa with wide cap sleeves.
Medieval gothic costumes. German princess and maid of honor, 1350.
The princess wears a one-piece, front buttoned dress Cotehardie called, with long tight sleeves and wide neckline (front and rear). Buttons presented at that time a novelty, instead of the lateral lacing allowed a figure-hugging dresses section.
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Byzantine Dalmatic, Ecclesiastical Costume 12th Century.
Byzantine Dalmatic, Ecclesiastical Costume Byzantine Dalmatic, said to have belonged to Leo III., but probably dating from the Twelfth Century, preserved in the Treasury of St. Peter’s at Rome. Upon… Read More
Frankish King Henry II., and Bishop of the 11th century.
Figure of Frankish King Henry II., 973-1024, called the saints and a Frankish bishop.
Carolingian West Frankish king Charles II the Bald
Frankish King Charles II the Bald, with two pages. Charles II dit le Chauve. Carolingian 9th century
Noble Franconian women. Medieval clothing 10th century.
The history of costumes. Twenty-ninth arch. X. Century. Illustration by A. Müller. Munich picture sheet no. 592.
King and Queen of the Franks. Medieval nobility 10th century.
Frankish king and queen. The history of costumes. Twenty-ninth arch. X. Century. Illustration by A. Müller. Munich picture sheet no. 592.
Reigns of John II and of Charles V. 1350 to 1380. Middle Ages.
Reigns of John II and of Charles V. 1350 to 1380. The fourteenth and fifteenth centuries – Low dresses – Garnaches and garde-corps. Precious stones. Splendid furniture.
German court costumes. First half of the 15th century.
German court costumes. First half of the 15th century.
Auguste Racinet. The Costume History by Françoise Tétart-Vittu.
Racinet's Costume History is an invaluable reference for students, designers, artists, illustrators, and historians; and a rich source of inspiration for anyone with an interest in clothing and style. Originally published in France between 1876 and 1888, Auguste Racinet’s Le Costume historique was in its day the most wide-ranging and incisive study of clothing ever attempted.
Covering the world history of costume, dress, and style from antiquity through to the end of the 19th century, the six volume work remains completely unique in its scope and detail. “Some books just scream out to be bought; this is one of them.” ― Vogue.com
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The Textile Manual is an encyclopaedia of textile information, from material to yarn, from fabric structure to the finishing process. Encompassing practical tips for a range of textiles and detailed visuals, this ultra-accessible manual is the perfect companion for fashion aficionados and aspiring fashion designers.
