The Renaissance period’s Fashions gave way to enormous transformations due to the influx of commerce and the growing wealth of Europeans. Thus, you will see vast differences in class and the clothing they wore because, of course, not everyone had that wealth. Select the status you are looking for in Renaissance costume and party the night away old school (literately) at the next costume party!
There have been a variety of Renaissance period movies both new and old-Some funny, some dramatic. If you’re going to the party as a group or couple this may be a great path to follow. Mimic your favorite characters both in costume and personality! flowing dresses and billowy sleeves will create the perfect period affect. For men, a suit of armor, long robes, leather vests and caps all render a renaissance look. To top off your costume, stick with a British accent for the evening and make sure there is a beer stein or goblet in your hand all night long!
You might also want to make your renaissance costumes, in which case you can recycle items from thrift stores like old fabrics, buckles, belts and other pieces of clothing that can serve as faux variations on this theme.
Looking for the right accessories? Select the proper accessories for your costume. If you're headed out as a knight or war hero, make sure your weapons are Renaissance period appropriate. If you're attending the costume party as Renaissance royalty, make sure your accessories aren't too "Victorian." Not interested in wearing a wig? No problem. If you're going as a peasant you can get away with just wearing your hair down. To add a nice touch--wear a bandana.
If you are more into buying your costume online, consider: Sexy Forest Outlaw, Renaissance Queen or Nobleman. Buying costumes cuts time and sometimes even cost. Many people tend to get so wrapped up in piecing together each individual piece they may not notice just how much they are spending. It's easy to hop online and browse all night and day for full costume. Usually all you will have to add is a pair of costume shoes and maybe even a costume wig. More upscale costumes like the Peasant Wench or Warrior are theatre quality, come with all the additional pieces and look very authentic. If you're not interested in authenticity, any Renaissance costume will do! Don't forget that Renaissance costumes are always excellent for couples costumes!
So what are you waiting for?
Come hither….The author commonly writes about costumes and costume accessories for SummitFashions.
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