The Middle Ages Tunic
From ancient times to the late Middle Ages, the tunic was the all-dominant garment. In Rome, people wore the tunic and in Athens the similar chiton as comfortable undergarments. In the Middle Ages, the tunic evolved into the universal outer garment worn over the shirt. The slow progress of culture and fabric processing in the Middle Ages can be well seen in the development of the tunic. Originally, the Greek and Roman form consisted of two cloths made of linen or wool, which were sewn together first on one side of the body and later on both sides.
In this case, the back part was kept longer and one shoulder remained uncovered. If only one side was sewn, the tunic was closed with a brooch. This was quite stylish, which can still be seen on old statues. When it got cold, ladies and gentlemen wore a more tightly woven coat cloth over the tunic.
The development of the tunic in the Middle Ages
In the early Middle Ages there was little thought of style or cultural specificity in garb. Most people had to live with simple and coarse fabrics in natural colors. The manufacture and cuts of tunics had spread throughout Europe after the Romans. The Normans and Vikings, the Germanic tribes, the Rus, the Turkic peoples up to the Arabs in Spain - they all wore tunics. Initially, the cuts of this garb were very simple and differed at most regionally. Earth colors, brown and only rarely black occurred. We know very little about it today, because hardly anything of these fabrics has survived except in sites like Thorsberg. But with the development of the nobility and their wealth, clothing also began to develop. It was described in type and style then also in some records. Those who had money as princes or went on raids as Vikings could afford splendid colors, noble belts and elaborate patterns. Thus, in the Middle Ages, the forms of tunics also began to develop in many ways. So different colors, borders, ornaments and hoods emerged. Then they developed short- or long-sleeved variants and fabrics such as hemp, linen or silk from Asia. Fashion took hold with short tunics for combat or tunics as undergarments. The tunics of the peasants and the warriors had to remain shorter, so as not to interfere with work or battle.
For this purpose, the peasants were natural colors from gray to brown. That was prescribed by law. The pieces reaching to the ground were rather reserved for the noblemen, royal lords and the ecclesiastical dignitaries. The Vikings probably used short tunics with warming leg warmers or pants underneath.
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If you want to dress as a Viking, wizard or thief with appropriate garb at LARP-fashion.co.uk today, there is a huge selection of excellent medieval fashion available to you. And by excellent we mean as much the quality of the fabrics as the splendor of the colors. We offer you fantastic cuts and designs as well as many styles and expressions of tunics.
Do you go as a Viking from the Middle Ages or do you act as an elf or a shadow warrior at a fantasy event? The choice of the suitable wool tunic or linen tunic decides how original your appearance will look. Simple and functional or splendid in red, green, black or brown? As a Viking you will choose the short version in the store. As a wizard, your overgarment may reach down to the ground. With short sleeves and long slits on the sides you can keep your mobility. With a wide and also lined hood you secure your incognito in case of need. Hand embroidery or fine braids give your appearance the appropriate dignity.
With a leather trim on the tunic in brown, you can also appear wonderfully wild as a Viking from the late Middle Ages. We have the appropriate clothing and garb for you for every event and every role. Of course, ladies and gentlemen from the Middle Ages or fantasy should feel comfortable in our tunics. Take a closer look at the individual models. In the description you will find the most important information about the fabric and the cut.
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From the many reviews you can see that the customers are satisfied with the quality. We pay a lot of attention to good fabrics and good workmanship when choosing our offers for the online store. We are most pleased when we hear that the various tunics have also arrived in everyday life. On the weekend or at the end of the day, you slip into such a cozy throw-over and make an excellent figure. Do you have questions about a tunic or doublet from the Middle Ages? Do you want to know something about shipping or about the store in general? Just contact us, we will be happy to give you all the information you need. Pick up the phone or use our contact form. In our service section you will also find a size chart and answers to frequently asked questions.
The Middle Ages Tunic
In the early Middle Ages there was little thought of style or cultural specificity in garb. Most people had to live with simple and coarse fabrics in natural colors. The manufacture and cuts of tunics had spread throughout Europe after the Romans. The Normans and Vikings, the Germanic tribes, the Rus, the Turkic peoples up to the Arabs in Spain - they all wore tunics. Initially, the cuts of this garb were very simple and differed at most regionally. Earth colors, brown and only rarely black occurred. We know very little about it today, because hardly anything of these fabrics has survived except in sites like Thorsberg. But with the development of the nobility and their wealth, clothing also began to develop. It was described in type and style then also in some records. Those who had money as princes or went on raids as Vikings could afford splendid colors, noble belts and elaborate patterns. Thus, in the Middle Ages, the forms of tunics also began to develop in many ways. So different colors, borders, ornaments and hoods emerged. Then they developed short- or long-sleeved variants and fabrics such as hemp, linen or silk from Asia. Fashion took hold with short tunics for combat or tunics as undergarments. The tunics of the peasants and the warriors had to remain shorter, so as not to interfere with work or battle.
If you want to dress as a Viking, wizard or thief with appropriate garb at LARP-fashion.co.uk today, there is a huge selection of excellent medieval fashion available to you. And by excellent we mean as much the quality of the fabrics as the splendor of the colors. We offer you fantastic cuts and designs as well as many styles and expressions of tunics.