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Fur has been used for warmth for millenia, but in the medieval period it was often an expensive fashion statement.

Late 15th Century Nobility Late 15th Century Burgundian Gown
14th Century wool cote and surcote

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Ladies Half-Hose

Ladies Half-Hose

Shifts and hose are the foundations of womenswear throughout much of history.

Shifts were t-shaped garments very similar to mens shirts, just longer and fuller. In the 13th, 14th and 15th century nothing was worn underneath the shift.

Women’s hose were knee-length socks cut from woven cloth. They were often quite loose and held up by garters just below the knee.

Linen shifts £40
Half-hose in linen or wool £32

Ladies Half-Hose

Ladies Half-Hose

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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

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)

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Gowns of various styles from the 15th Century.
Prices start from £165

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