Crinkled Fencing Shirt

The streets were quiet in the red glow of dawn, and Henri's heart skipped a beat as he recognized his rival for the fair maiden's hand. In truth, the man was a knave, but he'd kept his word and come alone. Without a word, they drew their swords, their shirts billowing with the motion.
The duel was brief; afterwards, Henri's heart was as still as the rain just before the sun rose. He had been no match for Henri's training with the King's Musketeers. Wiping the man's blood off the blade with his shirt, Henri marvelled at its material. It was the latest fashion, and this fencing shirt would serve him well. Once he got the blood out.

The Epic Armoury Crinkled Fencing Shirt is a loose garment made from soft cotton crepé. It sits around the waist, has a high collar, and laces through brass eyelets around the neck. It has a number of crinkles in the fabric, making it appear sophisticated. The sleeves tie around your wrists but billow when you move, invoking images of the buccaneers, musketeers, and swashbucklers of the Renaissance Period and the early-to-mid Age of Sail.

The material is slightly transparent but is kept in an otherwise neutral style so that it can be used with many different character styles.

Looking like a noble is all about the flair. You can own an entire city, but without the proper attire no one would be the wiser.

You mark your status with the finest cape in town. It is soft to the touch with a fine embroidered trim that took your personal seamstress weeks to create. The Aramis Cape sits so perfectly upon your perfectly tailored shirts, you may very well order two or three more...because you obviously can’t be seen wearing the same color two days in a row.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Dark Red Cape Aramis is a hip-length caplet with a high collar and decorative cord fastening. The design is meant to offer a top layer of glamour that can be worn over one or both shoulders. Made from red cotton and cut to include extra billowing fabric, this cape is embellished with a detailed gold and black trim. Its fine appearance makes for a great accessory for a variety of Renaissance or fantasy costumes, especially nobility or musketeers.

The Cape Aramis is an elegant cut with three slits for the arms to slide through depending on how it is worn. Secure the cape around the neck or across the chest by tying the long satin cord.

HISTORY

• This style of cape was particularly popular during the Elisabethan period in Europe
• Considered to be a form of fencing cape, freeing the hand to use a rapier

Your small lap dog yaps at the soldiers in their camps. You keep the creature in your arms, nestled against your Aramis Doublet, lest it be trampled by inconsiderate feet.

You search amongst the camps, your entourage at your heels. You must find the general and speak your mind. As the lord of this land you have been the one who has paid for the soldier’s food and given them this space for their tents. Your flower garden, however, is now in shambles. Surely something can be done about that.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Dark Grey Doublet Aramis is a snug-fitting long-sleeved jacket designed to give shape to the male body. This doublet covers the torso to the hips and can be worn beneath armour or cloak thanks to the embroidered eyelets along the chest and upper back. The doublet is donned like a jacket and closed on the front with a system of cords, allowing the wearer to customize the tightness of the fit. The sleeves are easily detachable by untying the cords beneath the decorative shoulder tabs, each cord secured through long-lasting brass eyelets.

Thick enough to provide some warmth, this sturdy doublet is constructed with layers of wool and satin. All these layers are stitched together in slimming lines, keeping the doublet form-fitting and mimicking a rich Tudor style.

HISTORY

• Doublets were originally used as padding beneath armour
• Doublets became a fashion choice, creating an appealing shape to the male body while holding up the hose using ties
• Used to provide warmth to the core

Your morning routine is an essential to keeping yourself disciplined and fit. You wake early for sword drills, and before the sun is fully over the horizon you are eating breakfast and washing up for the day.

You secure your hose leggings to your Pourpoint, a rich coloured doublet that is the height of fashion. None shall doubt your ability or how good looking a knight you truly are.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Dark Red Pourpoint is a form-fitting long-sleeve coat covering the torso from the neck to the hips. It can be worn on its own or serve as padding under mail or armour. The pourpoint is donned like a jacket and secured along the front, sides and back with cotton cords, allowing you to customize the tightness of the fit. The arms are easily detachable by untying its cotton cords on the shoulders, each cord secured through long-lasting brass eyelets. Worn like a proper knight, you may attach hose and a leg harness to the four eyelets on the bottom front hem.

Thick enough to serve as its own armour, this durable doublet is constructed with layers of heavy green cotton. The Pourpoint is stitched together in vertical and diagonal lines, keeping the padding in place and giving the body a strong form-fitted appearance.

HISTORY

• Quilted armours have been around since at least 400 BCE
• Used as padding under chainmail or plate armour
• This particular style is inspired by 14th century doublets
• Eyelets at the bottom hem are designed to be used to keep up hose

”Care for your equipment, and it will care for you.” Of the many maxims adventurers like to spew out, you’ve found that this saying has always resonated with you. It’s saved your life on a few occasions, after all.

Simple, sturdy, and reliable will win the day. Your Sword Belt, fastened securely at your waist, is all three of those things.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Sword Belt offers more versatility and support than a standard waist belt as a means to carry your sword. Using braided full-grain leather, this belt is both durable and attractive and is designed so that your sword’s weight will be more evenly distributed while resting on the hip. The belt strap is secured using a brass buckle around the waist, while a second leather strap hangs around the hip. This second strap is adjustable to the left or right hip, and features D-rings, hooks, and a brass loop as viable options from which to hang your scabbard or naked sword--whatever its size.

Made from top-grain leather and embellished with intricate braiding to give it a rugged look, this Sword Belt is a great addition to a variety of character costumes. This authentic looking belt and weapon holder will last for a long time with proper leather care.

HISTORY

• Double wrapped belts were especially popular during the medieval times
• Designed to balance the weight on both hips, creating a more comfortable fit

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The sword sits in your baldric hanging down over your Aramis Shirt, faithful to its master despite the challenges. It has been a long and dusty road, but that sword has remained at your side through it all.

As your infantry unit comes to a halt, there is the tension one always feels before the fight. You resist the anxiety, because the moment you step into battle all of that must fade away. It will be you fighting alongside your fellow soldiers, and it will be the sword hanging in your trusted baldric that keeps you alive.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Shirt Aramis is a loose roguish garment designed for comfort and style. Made from light cotton, this shirt falls just under the hip and is fitted with a lace-trimmed collar with a v-neckline. Adjust the collar opening with a cotton cord under the throat. The sleeves are designed to give a full, loose look associated with swashbucklers, pirates and musketeers. Tighten a cotton cord at the wrists to keep the lace-embellished fabric out of the way.

The style is classic late renaissance, but will match a wide variety of characters. Match with other Epic Armoury clothes and armours to create your personalized look.

HISTORY

• Shirts began as a form of undergarments for men in the 7th-10th centuries
• Considered more of a Renaissance-era fashion for men with its billowy sleeves
• Traditionally worn as an underlayer beneath a doublet or vest

The sword sits in your baldric hanging down over your Fencing Shirt, faithful to its master despite the challenges. It has been a long and dusty road, but that sword has remained at your side through it all.

As your infantry unit comes to a halt, there is the tension one always feels before the fight. You resist the anxiety, because the moment you step into battle all of that must fade away. It will be you fighting alongside your fellow soldiers, and it will be the sword hanging in your trusted baldric that keeps you alive.

DETAILS

Epic Armoury’s Fencing Shirt is a loose roguish garment designed for comfort and style. Made from medium cotton, this shirt falls just under the hip and is fitted with a high collar with a v-neckline. Adjust the collar opening with a laced cotton cord through brass eyelets. The sleeves are designed to give a full, loose look associated with swashbucklers, pirates and musketeers. Tighten a cotton cord at the wrists to keep the fabric out of the way, made to easily fit inside a pair of gloves or gauntlets.

The style is classic late renaissance, but will match a wide variety of characters. Match with other Epic Armoury clothes and armours to create your personalized look.

HISTORY

• Shirts began as a form of undergarments for men in the 7th-10th centuries
• Considered more of a Renaissance-era fashion for men with its billowy sleeves
• Traditionally worn as an underlayer beneath a doublet or vest

She put her boots on the table in the middle of the captain’s dining salon, ignoring the corpse on the floor. Even now, hours after the battle, the ship still reeked of spilt blood, guts, and gunpowder as the crew worked to clean it. But to Captain Sarilla, it was the sweet smell of victory. This frigate now belonged to her. She straightened the sleeves of her undershirt, having thrown off her coat earlier. Where would an old sea dog like the ex-captain hide his booze?

Epic Armoury’s Crinkle Undershirt is a loose-fitting, lightweight, crepe cotton shirt. Around the wrist and the neckline are drawstrings that allow you to tie it in or wear it loose as you wish. It is an excellent undergarment for most costumes, as shirts have existed for at least a thousand years. The crepe cotton is slightly transparent, so wearing a different undergarment is advised if used as an overshirt.