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Kirtle

The kirtle is a foundation garment worn over a linen shift. Over this would be worn a gown or an overkirtle for working women.

Prices vary (according to options below) from £95 – £115

Kirtle

Kirtle and Hood

Choose from:

Wool or linen

Laced (front or back) or buttoned (14th century)

Long sleeves or short sleeves.

Overkirtle (pull-on, slightly looser fit)

Chaperon with Double Gorget

Chaperon

Prices:
Plain wool £40
Lined wool £45
Velvet/brocade with silk £65

Chaperon Hats were derived from the hood and consist of a padded roll, cape (or gorget) and liripipe.

The edge of the gorget was often dagged, a term that means to shred. Wool was felted and then cut into shapes, sometimes extremely elaborate designs.