Peasant Dress

The Peasant Dress is a graceful but casual sleeveless dress designed to shine on its own or to be combined with other Epic Armoury clothes . It has a V-cut neckline and is tailored with a slim waist. The dress reaches from the shoulders to the ankles, and has a wide skirt that drapes well and is easy to move around in. The Peasant Dress is fitted with a draw-string cloth brace on the front allowing the dress to be adjusted to the wearer's preference. The brace can be tied shut or be worn visible to help define the style of the wearer. At the waist it is fitted with cloth straps that tie around the back, to help adjust the waist line. The dress is made from comfortable soft, off-white cotton and is tailored to be easily redesigned and dyed if you wish to change it to a more personal style, and is a great basis if you need to develop a special costume. The overall cut fits well in renaissance settings, but is universal enough to go with almost any character or culture you wish to grace.

The Battle Skirt is a garment for both men and women.It ties with a tie string from the same fabric at the waist, and features slits in the front, back and both sides, decorated with a split leather triangle in complementary colour.The Battle Skirt is available in colours Black, Dark Blue, Dark Red and Off-White, and in sizes Small, Medium, Large and X-Large.QualityThe Battle Skirt is made of light weight canvas, 100% cotton.Maintenance:Machine wash this garment warm (40°C). Always wash newly purchased items separately the first time, hereafter with similar colors. Expect shrinkage of ca. 3% on nature fiber when machine-washed.

You look upon your leading officer as he makes his way down the line of your fellow soldiers. Your fate and the fate of your entire unit is dependent on this veteran’s word, and you find yourself relieved not to shoulder such a heavy burden.

“We must fight!” your officer shouts for all to hear. You adjust your Leather Brigandine, double checking the buckles as you listen to him continue. “For our homes and for our families, we will fight until we can fight no more!” With a resounding cheer, your fellow soldiers ready themselves for the charge. You withdraw your weapon, eager and afraid all at once.

The battle has begun.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury's Leather Brigandine is leather armour reinforced with heavy leather plates designed to protect the entire torso, upper thighs and groin. Made from full-grain leather and brass coated rivets, this menacing waistcoat is both lightweight and durable. Secure this brigandine with five heavy leather straps and brass buckles down the front, further adjustable by tightening leather cords along the flanks between the armpit and midthigh.

The Leather Brigandine is fully compatible with other Epic Armoury armours, and its distinctive but low-fantasy style allow it to be used across games and characters. With the proper leather care, you can expect this armour to withstand the abuse of a LARP or reenactment for a long time!

HISTORY

• Worn over a gambeson or coat of chainmail by soldiers ranging from archers to knights
• Came into wide use during the 1400s, but this particular style was more popular in the 16th century
• Provided more mobility, but less protection than plate armour

BUILD UPON A GREAT FOUNDATION

Epic Armoury’s Shift Isobel is an elegant underdress with front lacing, designed to pair with the most beautiful and luxurious dresses. Made from light and breathable cotton crepé, this dress reaches from the shoulders to the ankles and features beautiful curved lines that will compliment any size. Lace embellishments has been added around the neckline and narrow sleeve cuffs for an extra nice touch.

Wear this shift as a base layer for your costume and keep your more elaborate, expensive outer layers clean! The skirt flares out and has lots of excess fabric to give an outer skirt a full look, eliminating the need for a petticoat.

The Shift Isobel is a sophisticated design that will suit many LARPer, cosplayer, and reenactor needs! Slip the shift on and tighten the lacing up the front using the hand sewn eyelets and our cotton laces.