Lately I have been working on a few items of clothing for my 'medieval collection', and I would like to share with you some images that are an inspiration to me.
The book 'The Costume History' of Auguste Racinet gave me a very good view of accurate history and some ancient clothing that I really like.
I really like this picture. I shows life at the 12th century, an age on with clothing finely began to develop since roman times. You can really see the influence of the Roman area, but also the influence of the east, of Byzantine. I personally really like the atmosphere you can see in this plate and I will try to imitate. I want to try to recreate the ancient feeling of this, the 'holiness' (I am not sure what other word I can give it), and the nobleness that it presents
There is another plate I also really like, from the same book.
I intent to make a dress like this. Especially the sleeves! I think it will be al lovely addition to the medieval collection I am making.
You will hear more of it!
