The Middle Ages were a very religious period. Much like how the Renaissance could be defined by its gilded masterpieces and the Victorians by their high tea society, the Medieval period had its Bible.
They were the Jimmy Choos of their day. Known as poulaines, pointy leather shoes were the height of fashion in 14th century Britain. Medieval men and women about town, however, suffered for their ...
If it were the year 1417 and you were feeling overwhelmed by turbulent times, you might dig yourself a moat, polish your shield or wrap strands of charms around your wrists. With his medieval-tinged ...
Like a well-made, keep-forever garment, quality content can be evergreen. Such is the case with “Illuminating Fashion: Dress in the Art of Medieval France and the Netherlands,” a 2011 exhibition that ...
Fashion has always loved drama - but lately - it has taken a sharp turn towards something darker and slightly strange. Welcome the Medieval fashion revival - a trend which is inspired by the Middle ...
Classes in sewing and design have returned to the schools – but are vastly upgraded and virtually unrecognizable compared to the basic utilitarian classes of yesteryear. Energetic and enthusiastic, ...
They were the Jimmy Choos of their day. Known as poulaines, pointy leather shoes were the height of fashion in 14th century Britain. Medieval men and women about town, however, suffered for their ...