Rafael Chaperon Wool

The "Rafael" chaperon is cut like one of the most common medieval headdresses, worn by women as well as by men. It proceeded the gugel that was rolled, worn on the head with the tip of the hood led below the chin and fixed on the other side. Later on it was directly cut as a chaperon.

Material: 70% Wool, 20% Polyester, 10% Viscous

Size diameter in cm:

• Small - 56
• Medium - 58
• Large - 60
• X-Large - 62
• 2XL - 64

Measure around the head above the ears for the most accurate approximation of required size.

NOTE: BLUE DISCONTINUED 2019

The snows have come, but despite the cold your village still depends on you to defend it from hungry raiders. The northern winters can be harsh, making men and women particularly desperate.

Thankfully, your Medieval Hood is secure and keeps you warm. You keep the hood over your head as you patrol the walls, pulling it close to keep away the biting wind. At least it is easy to spot incoming trouble against the pure white of snow. You’ll see anyone coming.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Medieval Hood is a hood with a mantle and long hood tail. The mantle covers the shoulders, keeping the upper chest warm while the hood protects the head and face from harsh wind. Made from felted, blended wool and lined on the inside with soft cotton, this hood is comfortable and solid. Decorative stitches line the hood and hem, embellishing and adding great detail to a practical product.

Put on this hood by simply slipping it over your head--it’s easy and cozy to wear. Hoods are great garments for rounding off your look, and the Medieval Hood is a stylish layer that fits a wide variety of character types.

HISTORY

• One of the oldest garments known to humanity
• Common fashion in medieval Europe, especially with a hood
• Hoods were a common garment worn by all social classes in a huge variety of forms and shapes

The snows have come, but despite the cold your village still depends on you to defend it from hungry raiders. The northern winters can be harsh, making men and women particularly desperate.

Thankfully, your Wool Cape is secure and keeps you warm. You keep the hood over your head as you patrol the walls, pulling it close to keep away the biting wind. At least it is easy to spot incoming trouble against the pure white of snow. You’ll see anyone coming.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Wool Cape is a heavy, water-tight cape with form-fitting shoulders and a deep hood. The cape protects the head down to the mid-calf from the elements, hanging naturally from the shoulders without impeding your movement. Made from heavy wool blend fabric, keep warm and comfortable in snow or rain.

Capes are great garments for rounding off character looks, and the Wool Cape is a practical layer that fits a wide range of characters. Secure the cape around your neck by tying the wool straps at the throat.

Available in sizes Small/Medium and Large/X-Large; and colours Dark Red and Grey.

HISTORY

• One of the oldest garments known to humanity
• Common fashion in medieval Europe, especially with a hood
• Hoods were a common garment worn by all social classes in a huge variety of forms and shapes

QUALITY

• Affordable, personalized costume interchangeable with all other Epic Armoury gear
• Made from 78% Wool, 12% Polyester, 8% Nylon, 2% Other (percentages may vary)
• Handmade by qualified professional. Measurements are approximations and may vary

MAINTENANCE

As a tight weave fabric, this light canvas product is stronger and heavier than simple cotton. This material wrinkles easily, but can be ironed on a higher heat level.

Cleaning

Machine wash at 30°C / 86°F. Wash separately the first time and with similar colours afterwards. Do not tumble dry! Lay the garment out flat to dry.

The most formidable spells require a focus made from an object of meaning. As a wizard, a Wizard Robe and staff are your focus of choice. As your delicate fingers wrap tightly around the staff’s grip, it grows hot and fills with potent magic.

The Wizard Robe you wear billows out, fluttering with the buildup of power. You being to weave together complex spells beyond your normal grasp.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Wizard Robe is a knee-length, long-sleeved robe with an impressive hood designed to add a mysterious feel to the practitioners of the Magic Arts. Reaching from the head to the mid-calf, this robe is designed to protect you from the elements while adding a rich appearance. The robe is made from velveteen, and embellished with a polyester satin trim.

Wear this robe open in the front or closed with the use of two golden metal chains along the chest. Robes are great garments for spell casters or intellectuals, and the Wizard Robe is a detailed layer that especially fits a wide range of magical characters.

INSPIRATION

• Magicians are common figures in works of fantasy literature and games, and have also shown up in historical myths and legends
• Wizard robes can be a sign of a magician’s magical alignment, such as in The Lord of the Rings or the Dragonlance Dungeons and Dragons setting

Need something to keep your cloak closed and don't want to use rope like a hobo or monk? or a mobo?!

Then get yourself a cloak pin!

Available in three different styles for varying levels of fanciness.

The snows have come, but despite the cold your village still depends on you to defend it from hungry raiders. The northern winters can be harsh, making men and women particularly desperate.

Thankfully, your cape is secure thanks to your Cloak Pin, and it keeps you warm. You keep the hood over your head as you patrol the walls, pulling it close to keep away the biting wind. At least it is easy to spot incoming trouble against the pure white of snow. You’ll see anyone coming.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Cloak Pin - Omega is a durable metal pin inspired by the historical penannular brooch. Made from a black iron ring and bar, use this pin to close your cloak by sliding the bar through both layers of pinned fabric and securing the bar with the ring.

The Cloak Pin is an authentic accessory that adds a special detail to your costume beyond just a simple leather cord or frog on your cloak.

HISTORY

• Cloak pins were found in female burial sites of Ancient Celtic women
• Inspired by the Celtic penannular brooch which was popular in Ireland and Scotland, and later adopted by the Scandinavians