Landsknecht Hat

The Landsknecht Hat is a bold, layered headpiece that owes its design to 16th-century German mercenaries who made fashion as permanent as their fighting. In profusion of color and rich in design, this cut-wool hat is perfect for anyone building a unique Landsknecht costume or simply looking for a way to add a touch of style to late-period Renaissance attire. One of Epic Armoury's Yoremade patterns, this hat is both historically accurate and durable, making it suitable for use in modern LARP, faire, or reenactment.

Made from gentle wool with a cotton lining, it's both comfortable and authentic, at a price that's ideal for costumed events and long-term outdoor use. And despite how extravagant it looks, it's also functional; the built-in ties make it possible for you to tie it around your chin, so it will not move even on the gustiest day or most brutal duel.

Based on the Frundsberg-Style Renaissance Hats

This piece is influenced by the Frundsberg hat, a thoroughly documented example of 16th-century headwear that wedded excessive shape with elegant structure. Excessive brim, layered felted wool, and contrasting slashes are reminiscences of mercenaries' rowdiness, who dressed to be seen and remembered.

Landsknechts were not only famous for their battle prowess, but also for their distinctive attire. This hat captures that energy and can be used as part of a full Landsknecht outfit or simply as an adornment to add poise to any Renaissance attire.

Features That Elevate the Look

• Slashes in the outer wool: The dramatic look features layered wool panels with decorative slashes, showcasing two strikingly contrasting colors, in the same fashion as the originals.
• Soft cotton lining: Maintains the hat at a comfortable wear-all-day temperature, even in the heat or as an addition to other headgear.
• Chin ties for security: Practical cotton ties hold the hat firmly in place during exercise or windy conditions, requiring no adjustment.

Disclaimer: Feathers and coifs, as seen here, aren't included, but can be added for the ultimate oomph.

The way the human children look at you, you would assume they have never seen an elf before. Granted, it isn’t often that you travel into cities. You prefer the tranquil sounds of the forest, away from the stench and chaos of busy human streets.

However, you have business with a certain wizard in town. So while your elven garb--decorated Fur Hood, tunic, and weapons--cause you to stand out amongst the crowd, you continue without raising a fuss. After all, they are only short-lived creatures. They don’t know any better than to stare.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Fur Hood is an embroidered mantle with a long hood tail. The mantle covers the shoulders, keeping the upper chest warm while the hood protects the head and face from harsh wind. Elvish embroidery and polyester fur trim embellishes this hood, adding great detail to the felted wool. The inside is lined with soft, comfortable cotton.

Hoods are great garments for rounding off character looks, and the Fur Hood is a stylish garment that especially fits a roguish or elven character. Adjust the hood’s facial opening with flat split-leather cord lacing at the throat.

HISTORY

• One of the oldest garments known to humanity
• Common fashion in medieval Europe, especially with a hood

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The street is a hard place to conduct business, but it’s a way of life you’ve become very good at keeping. Two coppers jingle in the pouch hanging from your Twin Belt, but by the end of the day you’re determined to increase the lot to a gold or two. A good card game and a poor ol’ sap is all it takes.

On your way to your regular spot you pass a lovely lady in a fine dress. You may be a ruffian, but with your candid smile you give the lady a tip of your fanciful top hat. She looks flattered, which is a good distraction...because now you’ve got a silver to add to the copper in your pouch.

DETAILS

This bestselling Epic Armoury Twin Belt is a stylish and durable leather belt fashioned from two slimmer belts merged into one. Made from two buffalo-leather straps and stitched together by leather braces in an ornate pattern, this belt has a truly medieval look.

The two braces are fitted with brass D-rings for attaching or suspending bags and other equipment. Usable by a large variety of shapes and sizes due to its long 40 cm belt-tongues and nine punched holes, this belt is a perfect solution for anyone’s kit. With its simple style and rings, the belt is both functional and stylish, and can be used by lords or peasants--no matter race or culture.

Available in Brown, Black, Red, Blue, and Green. One size fits all.

HISTORY

• Historically made from cut lengths of leather sewn together
• Belts have been documented for male clothing since the Bronze Age between 3200–600 B.C.
• More commonly a male fashion item, with the exception of the Middle Ages

You tighten your Ring Belt another notch, frowning at the watered-down soup over the fire. It’s been a long winter, and you and your family aren’t sure you’re going to have enough food. As you consider ways you might be able to afford some meat--maybe you can do some work for a merchant in town?--there’s an anxious knock on the door.

“Raiders!” shouts the messenger on your doorstep. “Raiders are coming! Every able person is being called to fight!”

Suddenly an empty belly is the least of your worries.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Ring Belt is a long leather belt made from 3 mm thick full-grain buffalo leather. Strong and durable, this belt is also extremely practical with its various D-ring hangers and leather straps for attaching equipment. With a rounded belt-tongue and 10 punched holes, adjust this belt to a large range of sizes to fit your unique body. Secure the belt using its solid brass belt buckle.

The Ring Belt is handsome and clean, making it a perfect fit for almost any character in any setting you care to play.

HISTORY

• Belts have been documented for male clothing since the Bronze Age between 3200–600 B.C.
• More commonly a male fashion item, with the exception of the Middle Ages

A King deserves the attention of his subjects--his position and power demand such respect--but you also know he must look the part. You have hired the finest craftsmen in your land to create an outfit fitting a King’s status.

Embroidery embellishes your hems in gold and fine thread. A purple cloak drapes down from your sturdy, confident shoulders. And at your waist--the embellished and decadent Aruthian Belt holds a sword befitting your status. No one shall look upon you with anything but admiration.

You, after all, are the King.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Aruthian Belt is a long leather belt made from full-grain buffalo leather. Strong and durable, this belt is also stylish with its crescent moon tooling and stitched accents. With a 70 cm belt-tongue and 30 holes, adjust this belt to a large range of sizes to fit your unique body. Secure the belt using its rounded, brass belt buckle.

The Aruthian Belt is handsome and clean, making it a perfect fit for almost any character in any setting you care to play.

HISTORY

• Belts have been documented for male clothing since the Bronze Age between 3200–600 B.C.
• More commonly a male fashion item, with the exception of the Middle Ages