Medieval Underwear Archives - Revival Clothing Company https://revivalclothing.com/product-category/all-products/medieval-underwear/ Quality clothing and accessories for medieval re-enactors Tue, 02 Sep 2025 15:44:50 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.3 https://revivalclothing.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/favicon.ico Medieval Underwear Archives - Revival Clothing Company https://revivalclothing.com/product-category/all-products/medieval-underwear/ 32 32 CLEARANCE 14th c. Men’s Braies https://revivalclothing.com/product/clearance-14th-c-mens-braies/ https://revivalclothing.com/product/clearance-14th-c-mens-braies/#comments Mon, 14 Apr 2025 19:40:47 +0000 https://revivalclothing.com/?post_type=product&p=48482
    • CLEARANCE - save $20!
    • Limited availability, will not be restocked
    • ALL FINAL SALE
    • Full selection available on regular product page
    • Based on contemporary medieval artwork(see Historical Inspirations below)
    • Generous, flattering and authentic fit
    • Comfortable and authentic sleep or lounge wear
    • No visible machine stitching with the exception of lace holes and hidden waistband
    • All interior seams finished
    • Cut very full and long enough to keep braies tucked into chauses
    • For shorter, slimmer cut style designed to be worn with our Joined Hose see our 15th c. Braies
    • Please don’t hesitate to email  call or text us (708-502-1937) with any questions about stock or availability.

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    Size Chart

    Note: Sizing on our Braies is very general because they are such loose fitting garments. In general terms we recommend Small for up to a 44″ waist, Medium for up to a 56″ waist and for those who prefer a looser fit in the waist. In general, the looser, larger fit is better for earlier portrayals while braies get smaller and more fitted toward the turn of the 15th c. The Large usually works better for those with a 48″ waist and above and for larger thigh circumference. Both the Large and the X-Large work well for those who like the very full look, as it is represented in some earlier medieval artwork. All sizes are generously cut in the length so they stay tucked into chauses.

     

    Size

    Recommended Waist Measurement

    Ungathered Waist

    Max Thigh Size

    Length

    Small

    up to 44″/112 cm

    (or for a slimmer fit)

    48″/122cm

    24″/61cm

    22″/56cm

    Medium

    44″/112 cm to 56″ / 142 cm

    (or for a looser fit)

    60″/152cm

    24″/61cm

    23″/58cm

    Large

    48″/122 cm to 74″/188 cm

    (or for the fullest fit and/or a very gathered waist look)

    78″/198cm

    30″/76cm

    26″/66cm

    Only available in White.

    For the majority of the Middle Ages, the idea of trousers was simply unknown. Rather, men (and possibly women) of all classes wore a pair of baggy drawers under their normal clothing. Laced to these braies was a pair of tight-fitting hose or chauses to cover the legs. Normally made of linen or wool, they are best cut on the bias (diagonal) across the warp and weft to increase their elasticity. While some hose stopped at the ankle, others incorporated feet, and some even had leather soles stitched on to take the place of shoes. These chauses were often further secured beneath the knee with a simple wool or leather garter. While braies are always depicted as being white, chauses came in a variety of colors.

    Our braies are based on surviving historical artwork. Like many other elements of clothing, braies went through some substantial evolution in the late Middle Ages. Artwork from the 13th and early 14th centuries depict massive, voluminous shorts, while by the 15th century, these had been reduced to the medieval equivalent of briefs. Our braies depict a moment in time in this evolution. Made of a stout linen, they are mid-thigh length and full, but trim enough to avoid causing bunching or unseemly lines and bulges when worn under a cotte, cotehardie or gown. Placing the lacing point for the chauses at the drawstring allows them to pull against the hips, reducing the drag on the braies, making sure your pants stay up when you want them to. A final advantage to historical underwear that is often overlooked is comfort. The relaxed fit of the braies is of great comfort when lounging around camp, and in hot weather, the chauses can be rolled down and worn around the ankles, for the medieval equivalent of shorts.

    How to point your Braies and Chauses

    Our braies are designed to have the chause pointed to the drawstring at the waist rather than the fabric of the braies themselves. This method puts less stress on the the linen of the braies as well as lessening the pull of the chause points on the top of the braies which tends to drag the waist down toward the hips. It also gives you complete flexibility on how high or low you can point you chauses to your braies. When you first get your braies you will need to adjust the waistband to your liking as well as the part of the drawstring which you will use to point the chauses to.

    		 

    To adjust your braies and chauses: Put on your braies and tighten the drawstring to the point where it feels comfortable on your waist and the fabric at the waist is distributed evenly on all sides, tie it loosely leaving a little slack. Use the slits at the side of the waistband to pull out a portion of the drawstring on each side – this will pull some of the drawstring from the center to the sides, let that happen. Once you’ve adjusted it so that you have a small loop at each side and it fits comfortably on your waist, you can tie the drawstring in a tighter knot in front. Tie a knot at the base of each loop you’ve pulled out to keep the loop from retreating back into the waistband. These are the loops you use to tie your chause points to. You can point your chauses to this loop with either a bow or a knot (its show with a bow in the sketch). The loop extending from the braies can be made longer for extra length in the fit of your chauses, or left short for higher fitted chauses. Lastly, once you have the braies waist fitting well, you can trim the extra long drawstring to a desirable length (being sure that you leave enough length to stop the drawstring from being lost in the waistband during washing) and finish the ends with knots to keep it from fraying.

    Video How To

    Drawing after a detail from the Maciejowski Bible circa 1250 Pierpont Morgan Library New York City, USA

    Drawing after the Album of Villard de Honnecourt circa 13th c. Bibliotheque National Paris, France

    Drawing after the Maciejowski Bible circa 1250 Pierpont Morgan Library New York City, USA

    Drawing after Le Parement de Narbonne circa 1375

    Drawing from a details of Grandes Heures de Rohan circa 1415 Bibliotheque National Paris, France

    Drawing after an illuminated manuscript circa 14th c. Roy. MS.16 Gvii in the British Museum, London, England

    Drawing after an Hungarian illuminated chronicle fol.41 circa 1360 in the National Szchnyi Library, Budapest, Hungary

    Here we have an example of Chauses that have been rolled down instead of tied to the Braies. This is often done for comfort due to overheating!

    This knight is caught in the midst of dressing. They have donned their gold linen Chauses and white Braies and Shirt. Their waist is belted with a simple brown Belt, and wool Garters prevent their Chauses from falling past their knees.

    This gentleman is only partially dressed! He is seen with only his Braies and Chauses! Avert your eyes for the sake of modesty!

    Here our Slim Cut Shirt is paired with a set of 14th C. Braies. These undergarments are essential to any outfit of the time!

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    ]]>     https://revivalclothing.com/product/clearance-14th-c-mens-braies/feed/ 1     15th c. Collared Shirt https://revivalclothing.com/product/15thc-collared-shirt/ https://revivalclothing.com/product/15thc-collared-shirt/#respond Fri, 21 Dec 2018 01:34:47 +0000 https://revivalclothing.com/?post_type=product&p=32385
    • Based on contemporary medieval artwork (see Historical Inspirations below)
    • Made in 100% lightweight Linen in a more fitted cut to work with our Doublet and Hose
    • Stand up collar designed to just show above Doublet collar (as shown in countless period illustrations)
    • No visible machine stitching
    • All interior seams finished
    • Please don’t hesitate to email  call or text us (708-502-1937) with any questions about stock or availability.

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    Size Chart

    Note: Our 15th century shirt is not meant to fit closely in the chest. The chest measurements given are that of the shirt itself so you should choose a size that is somewhat bigger than your actual chest measurement. Typically, we recommend the shirt be 2-4″ bigger than your chest measurement for a comfortable fit.

    Size

    Max. Chest Measurement

    Medium

    40″ / 102 cm

    Large

    48″ / 127cm

    X-Large

    56″ / 142 cm

    Only available in White Linen.

     The Shift to joined hose not only affected braies, but also altered the shirt as well. Until this time, the shirt had been worn loose, just like the tunic, supertunic, cotte and cotehardie it had accompanied over the centuries. Shirts had already tapered and shrunk with the introduction of fitted garments in the later 1300s, but pointing the hose and doublet directly together required an even shorter under garment that could be worn inside the hose.

    We have based our shirt on several different artistic representations from the period 1410 – 1450, and have incorporated the key elements of a closer fit, small side-slits, longer sleeves that gather about the wrist and a stand up collar just the perfect height to show above the doublet collar (as shown in countless period illustrations). Made of a high quality linen that is lighter weight than our 14th c. men’s shirts, our 15th c. shirt is designed specifically for our 15th century line, this shirt provides comfort and mobility, without causing any unflattering bunching or bulges beneath the doublet or hose. When worn with the doublet, the stand-up collar provides a finished, layering look that is archetypal of the period. When working about camp or on hot, sticky days, you can wear the shirt without the doublet and be both comfortable, and still have a distinctly 15th century look.

    When worn under the tunic and/or supertunic of the period, this shirt would have all but disappeared from view, except perhaps at the collar. Fortunately, the shirt of this time well represented in surviving artwork. This version of our shirt is lighter weight, a bit shorter and more closely tailored than our 14th Century Shirt and has a simple collar. It’s made of 100% mid-weight 5.5 oz linen and is ideal for use as an under-layer for civilian and arming clothes. For a more generously cut, heavy weight version of the medieval shirt see our 14th Century Shirt.

    Drawing from fresco by Fra Filippo Lippi in the Choir chapel in the Catherdral of Santo Stefano, Prato, Italy circa 1452-65

    Drawing after fresco by Piero Della Francesca and Bicci di Lorenzo of the Legand of the Cross in the choir chapel in San Francesco, Arezzo, Italy circa 1447

    Drawing after detail in the fresco by Fra Angelico in the Chapel of Nicholas V in the Palazzo Vaticano, Vatican City, Italy circa 1448

    Drawing after fresco in the Hall of the Months in the Palazzo Schifancia in Ferrara, Italy circa 1466-1470

    Detail from the fresco by Domenico di Bartolo and Lorenzo di Pietro in the Hospital of Santa Maria della Scala in Sienna, Italy. circa 1444

    Drawing after fresco in the Hall of the Months in the Palazzo Schifancia in Ferrara, Italy circa 1466-1470

    This gentleman is spotted mid dressing only his Collared Shirt, Braies, and Joined Hose.

    This noble opts for a more comfortable option with his Simple Hose, and 15th C. Shirt. While he will eventually have more layers, for now, he only dons his Shoes!

    Our 15th century Wool Doublet in Dark Green worn with our 15th century Shirt

    This Nobleman pours himself a drink while in the midst of dressing. He currently has on his black Joined Hose, Collared Shirt, and Turnshoes.

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    ]]>     https://revivalclothing.com/product/15thc-collared-shirt/feed/ 0     Women’s Medieval Stockings https://revivalclothing.com/product/stockings/ https://revivalclothing.com/product/stockings/#comments Tue, 20 Nov 2018 23:19:06 +0000 http://revivalclothing.com/?post_type=product&p=29167
    • Based on contemporary medieval artwork (see Historical Inspirations below)
    • Flattering and authentic fit
    • Made in 100% Linen or Wool (+$15)
    • Comes in a medieval palette of natural and jewel tones
    • To be worn rolled down and gartered at the knee
    • See our Wool garters

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    Size Chart

    Note: Note: The calf measurements are just approximate maximums because of the bias cut of the fabric the elasticity of this garment allows it to fit a variety of legs shapes including those smaller around than the maximum sizes. The most critical and least flexible(although there is some give there) aspect of our stockings is the shoes size so that should be your primary determinate on deciding which size will fit best.

    Size

    Maximum Women’s Shoe Size

    Inseam from Sole(unrolled)

    Calf Circumference

    Medium

    8

    21″ / 53 cm

    14.5″ / 37 cm

    Large

    11

    23″ / 58 cm

    15.75″ / 40 cm

    XLarge

    11

    23″ / 58 cm

    18″/ 46 cm

    Linen:

    White, Black, Red, Royal Blue, Burgundy, Purple

    Slate Blue, Sage, Dark Green, Oatmeal, Dark Brown, Gold

    Wool:

    Red, Burgundy, Royal Blue, Hunter Green, Purple, Black, Dark Brown, Camel

    Patterned Wool (Please see our Fabric Selection page for current patterned wool options. Please don’t hesitate to email  call or text us (708-502-1937) with any questions about stock or availability.)

    For the majority of the Middle Ages, the idea of trousers was simply unknown. Rather, men (and possibly women) of all classes wore a pair of loose drawers under their normal clothing. Men laced a pair of tight-fitting hose or chausses to these braies to cover the legs. The exact form of the equivalent female garment is somewhat speculative, but current scholarship believes that women’s leg coverings did not extend as high up the leg, usually reaching just over the knee and gartered in place. Other than the extended thigh length and lacing points, these short hose would have been identical in cut to a man’s chausses.

    Our stockings are cut on the bias, with a clean, close fit in the ankle, matching the smooth line seen in historical artwork and surviving examples. They are secured by rolling them down and gartering them above the knee. Made of either a sturdy linen or wool, lady’s stockings are available in a medieval palette of jewel tones to coordinate with our many gowns.

    Drawing after Roman de la Rose from the MS. Douche 332, circa 1380- 1400 in the Bodleian Library of Oxford Univeristy, England

    Drawing after Roman de la Rose from the MS. Douche 195, f.66v circa the 15th century in the Bodleian Library of Oxford Univeristy, England

    Drawing after stocking depicted in the Maciejowski Bible circa 1250 in the Pierpont Morgan Library, New York City, USA

    Drawing after The Grande Heures de Rohan circa 1415 in The Bibliotethque National Paris, France

    A woman shows off her bold red linen stockings, held in place by a pair of wool garters, Lifting her purple silk backlace gown and chemise and pointing her black turn shoes to extend the fabric. Her Pair of tippets hang down to her ankle as she bends to lift her skirts. the edges of her veil are visible over her shoulder, pinned to her linen wimple. She finishes the look with a bold red belt, to complement her red stockings.

    A woman lifts her Hunter green wool Kirtle to show off her royal blue wool stockings, held in place by a pair of black wool garters.

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    ]]>     https://revivalclothing.com/product/stockings/feed/ 3     14th c. Slim-cut Shirt https://revivalclothing.com/product/14thc-slim-shirt/ https://revivalclothing.com/product/14thc-slim-shirt/#comments Fri, 02 Nov 2018 23:07:54 +0000 http://revivalclothing.com/?post_type=product&p=26712
    • Based on contemporary medieval artwork(see Historical Inspirations below)
    • Tailored, authentic fit, slimmer cut made in lighter weight linen
    • Comfortable and authentic sleep or lounge wear
    • Neck finished with self bias edge and all interior seams finished
    • Also see our Fitted Collared Shirt and our more generously cut classic Medieval Shirt
    • Please don’t hesitate to email  call or text us (708-502-1937) with any questions about stock or availability.

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    Size Chart

    Note: Our 14th century shirt is not meant to fit closely in the chest. The chest measurements given are that of the shirt itself so you should choose a size that is somewhat bigger than your actual chest measurement. Typically, we recommend the shirt be 2-4″ bigger than your chest measurement for a comfortable fit.

    Size

    Max. Chest Measurement

    Medium

    40″ / 102 cm

    Large

    48″ / 127cm

    X-Large

    56″ / 142 cm

    Only available in White.

    Throughout the Middle Ages clothes were worn in layers, with a light linen tunic forming the foundation over which additional linen or wool garments were worn. The exact nature of these earliest garments is unknown, but by the 13th century, they had evolved into a simple, relatively short, white linen shirt. The shirt went through subtle, but important changes in the century that followed, as it evolved to conform to the new, closer-fitting outer garments of mens fashion. Worn with chausses and braies, this ubiquitous shirt forms the foundational dress of medieval man, from duke to cotter.

    When worn under the tunic and/or supertunic of the period, this shirt would have all but disappeared from view, except perhaps at the collar. Fortunately, the shirt of this time well represented in surviving artwork. This version of our shirt is lighter weight, a bit shorter and more closely tailored than our medieval Men’s Shirt and has a simple round neckline finished with self-bias edge. It’s made of 100% mid-weight 5.5 oz linen and is ideal for use as an under-layer for civilian and arming clothes. For a more generously cut, heavy weight version of the 14th Century Shirt, see our Medieval Men’s Shirt.

    Drawing after a detail from the Maciejowski Bible circa 1250 Pierpont Morgan Library New York City, USA

    Drawing after details from Grande Heures de Rohan circa 1415 Bibliotheque National, Paris, France

    Drawing after an early 14th century manuscript Bibliotheque National, Paris, France

    Drawing after the painted ceiling of the Hall of Justice in the Alhambra circa 1354 Grenada, Spain

    Drawing after Martyrology of Usard circa 1270 Bibliotheque National, Paris, France

    Shown here is a close up of our Slim Cut 14thC Shirt. Note the self-biased neckline. His shirt is paired with a set of 14th C. Braies.

    Here our Slim Cut Shirt is shown from the back and paired with a set of 14th C. Braies. These undergarments are essential to any outfit of the time!

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    ]]>     https://revivalclothing.com/product/14thc-slim-shirt/feed/ 1     15th c. Men’s Braies https://revivalclothing.com/product/15thc-braies/ https://revivalclothing.com/product/15thc-braies/#comments Fri, 02 Nov 2018 21:45:49 +0000 http://revivalclothing.com/?post_type=product&p=26701
    • Based on contemporary medieval artwork(see Historical Inspirations below)
    • Made in 100% Linen
    • No visible machine stitching with the exception of lace holes and hidden waistband
    • All interior seams finished
    • Cut slim and short enough to be worn under Joined Hose
    • For larger, longer style designed to be worn with our Chauses see our 14th c. Braies
    • Please don’t hesitate to email  call or text us (708-502-1937) with any questions about stock or availability.

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    Size Chart

    Note: In general terms we recommend Small for up to a 40″ waist, Medium for up to a 44″ waist and Large for up to a 48″ waist. This style is cut slimmer and shorter than our 14th c. braies to be worn under snug Joined Hose without the bunching the earlier style would cause. As such, they do not have attachment points for the separate legs of 14th c. chauses.

    Size

    Recommended Waist Measurement

    Max Thigh Size

    Length

    Small

    up to 40″/101 cm

    26″/66 cm

    15″/38 cm

    Medium

    up to 44″/111 cm

    28″/71 cm

    15.5″/39 cm

    Large

    up to 48″/122 cm

    30″/76 cm

    16″/40 cm

    Only available in White.

    The voluminous braies that had served for centuries as men’s undergarments had begun shrinking, once the cotte appeared in the 1340s, but the radical changes in men’s fashions at the opening of the 15th century necessitated pointing the chausses directly to the cotehardie or doublet. Thus, as chausses grew first longer, and then joined into a single garment, for the first time the braies were worn within another garment. The new garment was cut shorter and tighter, and would continue to shrink over the 15th century until they resembled a cross between a loincloth and modern briefs.

    We have replicated a garment from the middle of this transition. Made of a high quality linen that is lighter weight than our 14th c. men’s underwear, these braies are designed to be worn with our joined hose without leaving any unflattering bulges or lines. Although closely fit, they allow complete ease of movement, without compromising your comfort. Unlike earlier braies the 15th c. design has a simple fly designed to work with codpiece on our joined hose for easy access in performing ‘necessities’.

    Drawing after detail of a fresco by Gregorio Franceschino in the Tomb Chapel in the Cathedral of San Giovanni Batista in Monza, Italy circa the first half of the 15th century

    Detail from fresco by Masalino da Panicale in San Clemente in the chapel of Cadinal Banda inthe Castiglione, Rome Italy circa 1431

    Drawing after detail from a fresco by Masolino da Pancale in the Bapistry in the Castiglione Olona, Lombardy, Italy, circa 1437

    This Gentleman is shown in his 15th C. Collared Shirt and Braies. Braies of the 15th Century was the start of what we now call Boxers! A typical man of the era would add on Joined Hose, and possibly either a Cotehardie or Doublet.

    You cannot get any barer than this! Here we see a gentleman down to just his Braies! Among the many layers you would normally add on, he will go on to wear Joined Hose, and a Cotehardie, which was the style that eventually gave way to the infamous Doublet!

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    ]]>     https://revivalclothing.com/product/15thc-braies/feed/ 1     14th c. Men’s Braies https://revivalclothing.com/product/14thc-braies/ https://revivalclothing.com/product/14thc-braies/#comments Fri, 02 Nov 2018 19:34:51 +0000 http://revivalclothing.com/?post_type=product&p=26674
    • Based on contemporary medieval artwork(see Historical Inspirations below)
    • Generous, flattering and authentic fit
    • Comfortable and authentic sleep or lounge wear
    • No visible machine stitching with the exception of lace holes and hidden waistband
    • All interior seams finished
    • Cut very full and long enough to keep braies tucked into chauses
    • For shorter, slimmer cut style designed to be worn with our Joined Hose see our 15th c. Braies
    • Please don’t hesitate to email  call or text us (708-502-1937) with any questions about stock or availability.

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    Size Chart

    Note: Sizing on our Braies is very general because they are such loose fitting garments. In general terms we recommend Small for up to a 44″ waist, Medium for up to a 56″ waist and for those who prefer a looser fit in the waist. In general, the looser, larger fit is better for earlier portrayals while braies get smaller and more fitted toward the turn of the 15th c. The Large usually works better for those with a 48″ waist and above and for larger thigh circumference. Both the Large and the X-Large work well for those who like the very full look, as it is represented in some earlier medieval artwork. All sizes are generously cut in the length so they stay tucked into chauses.

     

    Size

    Recommended Waist Measurement

    Ungathered Waist

    Max Thigh Size

    Length

    Small

    up to 44″/112 cm

    (or for a slimmer fit)

    48″/122cm

    24″/61cm

    22″/56cm

    Medium

    44″/112 cm to 56″ / 142 cm

    (or for a looser fit)

    60″/152cm

    24″/61cm

    23″/58cm

    Large

    48″/122 cm to 74″/188 cm

    (or for the fullest fit and/or a very gathered waist look)

    78″/198cm

    30″/76cm

    26″/66cm

    Only available in White.

    For the majority of the Middle Ages, the idea of trousers was simply unknown. Rather, men (and possibly women) of all classes wore a pair of baggy drawers under their normal clothing. Laced to these braies was a pair of tight-fitting hose or chauses to cover the legs. Normally made of linen or wool, they are best cut on the bias (diagonal) across the warp and weft to increase their elasticity. While some hose stopped at the ankle, others incorporated feet, and some even had leather soles stitched on to take the place of shoes. These chauses were often further secured beneath the knee with a simple wool or leather garter. While braies are always depicted as being white, chauses came in a variety of colors.

    Our braies are based on surviving historical artwork. Like many other elements of clothing, braies went through some substantial evolution in the late Middle Ages. Artwork from the 13th and early 14th centuries depict massive, voluminous shorts, while by the 15th century, these had been reduced to the medieval equivalent of briefs. Our braies depict a moment in time in this evolution. Made of a stout linen, they are mid-thigh length and full, but trim enough to avoid causing bunching or unseemly lines and bulges when worn under a cotte, cotehardie or gown. Placing the lacing point for the chauses at the drawstring allows them to pull against the hips, reducing the drag on the braies, making sure your pants stay up when you want them to. A final advantage to historical underwear that is often overlooked is comfort. The relaxed fit of the braies is of great comfort when lounging around camp, and in hot weather, the chauses can be rolled down and worn around the ankles, for the medieval equivalent of shorts.

    How to point your Braies and Chauses

    Our braies are designed to have the chause pointed to the drawstring at the waist rather than the fabric of the braies themselves. This method puts less stress on the the linen of the braies as well as lessening the pull of the chause points on the top of the braies which tends to drag the waist down toward the hips. It also gives you complete flexibility on how high or low you can point you chauses to your braies. When you first get your braies you will need to adjust the waistband to your liking as well as the part of the drawstring which you will use to point the chauses to.

    		 

    To adjust your braies and chauses: Put on your braies and tighten the drawstring to the point where it feels comfortable on your waist and the fabric at the waist is distributed evenly on all sides, tie it loosely leaving a little slack. Use the slits at the side of the waistband to pull out a portion of the drawstring on each side – this will pull some of the drawstring from the center to the sides, let that happen. Once you’ve adjusted it so that you have a small loop at each side and it fits comfortably on your waist, you can tie the drawstring in a tighter knot in front. Tie a knot at the base of each loop you’ve pulled out to keep the loop from retreating back into the waistband. These are the loops you use to tie your chause points to. You can point your chauses to this loop with either a bow or a knot (its show with a bow in the sketch). The loop extending from the braies can be made longer for extra length in the fit of your chauses, or left short for higher fitted chauses. Lastly, once you have the braies waist fitting well, you can trim the extra long drawstring to a desirable length (being sure that you leave enough length to stop the drawstring from being lost in the waistband during washing) and finish the ends with knots to keep it from fraying.

    Video How To

    Drawing after a detail from the Maciejowski Bible circa 1250 Pierpont Morgan Library New York City, USA

    Drawing after the Album of Villard de Honnecourt circa 13th c. Bibliotheque National Paris, France

    Drawing after the Maciejowski Bible circa 1250 Pierpont Morgan Library New York City, USA

    Drawing after Le Parement de Narbonne circa 1375

    Drawing from a details of Grandes Heures de Rohan circa 1415 Bibliotheque National Paris, France

    Drawing after an illuminated manuscript circa 14th c. Roy. MS.16 Gvii in the British Museum, London, England

    Drawing after an Hungarian illuminated chronicle fol.41 circa 1360 in the National Szchnyi Library, Budapest, Hungary

    Here we have an example of Chauses that have been rolled down instead of tied to the Braies. This is often done for comfort due to overheating!

    This knight is caught in the midst of dressing. They have donned their gold linen Chauses and white Braies and Shirt. Their waist is belted with a simple brown Belt, and wool Garters prevent their Chauses from falling past their knees.

    This gentleman is only partially dressed! He is seen with only his Braies and Chauses! Avert your eyes for the sake of modesty!

    Here our Slim Cut Shirt is paired with a set of 14th C. Braies. These undergarments are essential to any outfit of the time!

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    ]]>     https://revivalclothing.com/product/14thc-braies/feed/ 1     Medieval Men’s Shirt https://revivalclothing.com/product/medieval-shirt/ https://revivalclothing.com/product/medieval-shirt/#comments Fri, 02 Nov 2018 18:57:37 +0000 http://revivalclothing.com/?post_type=product&p=26654
    • Based on contemporary medieval artwork(see Historical Inspirations below)
    • Generous, flattering and authentic fit
    • Comfortable and authentic sleep or lounge wear
    • No visible machine stitching
    • All interior seams finished
    • Comes in four sizes to accommodate most body types
    • size XXL is available as a custom order +$20
    • Also see our more fitted Slim Cut Medeival Shirt and our  Collared Shirt
    • Please don’t hesitate to email  call or text us (708-502-1937) with any questions about stock or availability.

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    Size Chart

    Note: Our medieval shirt is meant to fit loosely in the chest and flare from there down to the hem. The chest measurements given are that of the shirt itself so you should choose a size that is somewhat bigger than your actual chest measurement. Typically, we recommend the shirt be 2-4″ bigger than your chest measurement for an authentic and comfortable fit.

    Size

    Max. Chest Measurement

    Length (from shoulder)

    Medium

    40″ / 102 cm

    33″ / 84 cm

    Large

    46″ / 117cm

    36″ / 91 cm

    X-Large

    52″ / 132 cm

    38″ / 97 cm

    XXL

    56″ / 152 cm

    42″ / 104 cm

    Only available in White.

    Throughout the Middle Ages clothes were worn in layers, with a light linen tunic forming the foundation over which additional linen or wool garments were worn. The exact nature of these earliest garments is unknown, but by the 13th century, they had evolved into a simple, relatively short, white linen shirt. When worn under the tunic and supertunic of the period, this shirt would have all but disappeared from view, except perhaps at the collar. Fortunately, not only is the shirt of this time well represented in surviving artwork, but a single piece, believed to be that of Saint Louis (King Louis IX of France), survives in a remarkably preserved condition. Much like this extant garment our shirt is quite substantial and generously sized. Made of heavyweight, 7.5 oz linen, this version of our shirt has a ‘keyhole’ neckline. For a more fitted, lighter weight version of the medieval shirt see our 14th Century Lightweight Shirt.

    The shirt went through subtle, but important changes in the century that followed, as it evolved to conform to the new, closer-fitting outer garments of mens fashion. Beginning with the St. Louis shirt as a reference, we have based our shirt on contemporary artwork, to produce a garment that maintains all of the key elements of the period. Made of a heavy-weight, white linen, the body of the shirt is cut like that of the cotte and is specifically designed to be worn with it. The shirt has a keyhole neckline which can show from under the cotte and can be worn open or closed with a broach. Worn with chausses and braies, this ubiquitous shirt forms the foundational dress of medieval man, from duke to cotter.

    Drawing after an early 14th century manuscript Bibliotheque National, Paris, France

    Drawing after the painted ceiling of the Hall of Justice in the Alhambra circa 1354 Grenada, Spain

    Drawing after Martyrology of Usard circa 1270 Bibliotheque National, Paris, France

    Drawing after a detail from the Maciejowski Bible circa 1250 Pierpont Morgan Library New York City, USA

    Drawing after details from Grande Heures de Rohan circa 1415 Bibliotheque National, Paris, France

    This peasant begins his morning with his basic underwear. Here he is pictured in his Coif, Linen Shirt, and blue linen Chauses. He fastens a Belt around his waist.

    This knight prepares for battle by donning his Shirt, Braies, and fiery red Chauses. With this stance, he is sure to strike fear in battle!

    This knight is caught in the midst of dressing. They have donned their gold linen Chauses and white Braies and Shirt. Their waist is belted with a simple brown Belt, and wool Garters prevent their Chauses from falling past their knees.

    This peasant is shown close up in his linen Shirt, Coif, Braies, and Chauses. He cinches his stomach with a belt for a simple everyday look.

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    ]]>     https://revivalclothing.com/product/medieval-shirt/feed/ 2     11-13th c. Men’s Undertunic https://revivalclothing.com/product/12thc-undertunic/ https://revivalclothing.com/product/12thc-undertunic/#respond Fri, 02 Nov 2018 18:16:37 +0000 http://revivalclothing.com/?post_type=product&p=26635
    • Based on contemporary medieval artwork (see Historical Inspirations below)
    • Comfortable and authentic sleep or lounge wear
    • Flares at the lower side, design to flow through the side slits of our Supertunic
    • No visible machine stitching
    • All interior seams finished
    • Comes in three sizes to accommodate most body types
    • Also see our  cut classic Medieval Shirt for a shorter version
    • Please don’t hesitate to email  call or text us (708-502-1937) with any questions about stock or availability.

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    Size Chart

    Note: We give the general sizing guidelines on our 12th century Undertunic because it is meant to fit loosely for a flowing silhouette when worn under our Supertunic and belted to complete the look (as shown in our photos). The length given is that of the Undertunic unbelted. Please note that although the size given is quite generous once belted this style looks very good on smaller and larger folks and those in between, as can be seen on our models.

    Size

    Max. Chest Measurement

    Max. Waist Measurement

    Length (from shoulder)

    Medium

    48″ / 122 cm

    45″ / 114 cm

    49″ / 124 cm

    Large

    54″ / 137cm

    50″ / 127 cm

    51″ / 130 cm

    X-Large

    60″ / 152 cm

    56″ / 142 cm

    53″ / 135 cm

    Only available in White.

    From late Antiquity through the early 14th century, the basic male ensemble for all levels of society was a combination of a linen shirt or tunic worn under a second, colored tunic or dalmatic; only size, fullness of cut, sumptuousness of fabric and detail of decoration denoting any real difference in status. In the 11th century the tunic began to grower longer and fuller, a trend that continued with the ankle-length bliauts and dalmatics that were popular with men in the 12th century. We have chosen to produce a style of long, shaped but flowing undertunic popular in Europe during this period and throughout most of the Byzantine era. It flares at the side, designed to flow through side slits of our medieval supertunic. Made of 100% white linen, this tunic a comfortable undergarment that can also be worn by itself for informal occasions, such as lounging around camp during hot summer days.

    Drawing after a an English Champleve Enamal Plaque in the Mosan Style, circa late 12th century in the Victoria and Albert Musuem in London, England

    Drawing after a German Manuscript in the Library of St. Peter’s, circa 1080-1150 in Salzburg, Austria

    Drawing after a Cisterian illuminated manuscript plate of Morlia in Job, Ms. 168, f. 4 v., circa early 12th century in the Library of Dijon in Dijon, France

    Drawing after column sculpture on the portal of Chartres Cathedral, circa the 2nd half of the 12th century in Chartres, FranceBibliothek in Stuttgart, Germane

    Drawing after the Donation of Duke Richard from the Mont-Saint-Michel Cartulary, circa the mid 12th century , ms 210 f. 19.v, in the Bibliotheque Nationale in Paris, France

    This peasant enjoys a drink in his Undertunic. This simplistic style is partnered with a pair of brown Boots and a brown Decorated Belt.

    Left: This Lady is dressed in a red and black Pendant Sleeve Gown. She modestly covers her hair and head with a Veil and gold linen Turret Hat. Beneath she wears her Chemise, Stockings, and Turnshoes. She decorates her waist with a Decorated Belt

    Right: This Lord matches his Lady in a red and black Supertunic. Beneath lays his Undertunic. He finished off his outfit with a Decorated Belt and Ankle Boots

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    ]]>     https://revivalclothing.com/product/12thc-undertunic/feed/ 0     Women’s Medieval Chemise https://revivalclothing.com/product/womens-chemise/ https://revivalclothing.com/product/womens-chemise/#respond Fri, 02 Nov 2018 02:08:57 +0000 http://revivalclothing.com/?post_type=product&p=26627
    • Based on contemporary medieval artwork(see Historical Inspirations below)
    • Made in 100% lightweight Linen
    • Comes in Five sizes to accommodate most body types
    • Comfortable and authentic sleep or lounge wear
    • The perfect base layer for all your medieval gowns - comfortable and smoothing
    • No visible machine stitching
    • All interior seams finished
    • Size 6 available as custom order +$15

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    Size Chart

    Note: In our women’s clothes we’ve abandoned ‘standard’, modern sizing because it is far from standard, and tends to cause more confusion than provide accurate information. So, please judge your size by your chest measurement. We do not give waist and hip measurements because the chemise is an ‘A’ line style and flares out from the bust so that fit at the hip is generally not an issue.

    Size

    Max. Bust Measurement

    Length (from shoulder)

    2

    36″ / 91cm

    52″ / 132cm

    3

    40″ / 102cm

    52″ / 132cm

    4

    46″ / 117cm

    54″ / 137cm

    5

    50″ / 127cm

    55″ / 140cm

    6

    56″ / 143cm

    55″ / 140cm

    Only available in White.

    Throughout the Middle Ages clothes were worn in layers, with a light, linen tunic forming the foundation over which additional linen or wool garments were worn. The exact nature of these earliest garments is unknown, but by the 13th century, the man’s tunic had evolved into a simple, relatively short, white linen shirt. Unfortunately, the exact nature of women’s undergarments is far less clear; women generally being depicted in period illuminations either fully clothed or stark naked.

    What is clear is that some sort of undergarment was worn, and it had to be designed to work with the tight sleeved gowns and cotehardies fashionable amongst 14th century ladies. An answer may be found in the Bohemian King Wencesclaus IV Bible (c.1400), which depicts repeated examples of serving women at work, stripped to a simple, sleeveless chemise. Experimentation has shown that this chemise fits beautifully under reconstructions of 14th century gowns and smooths the lines of the overdress, creating the elegant silhouette shown in artwork of the period.

    Following this example, our chemise is made of a light-weight, white linen, sleeveless with a square neckline. Ankle length on most women, the chemise will help improve the lay of your gown without interfering with your train. Best of all, this chemise not only makes a perfect underdress, but following the lead of good King Wenceslaus’ ladies, it is perfect, authentic clothing for working around camp or lounging in your pavilion.

    All drawings from details of the King IV Wenceslas Bible, circa 1400, Staatsbibliotek, in Vienna, Austria

    A woman prepares for her day, hair covered by a veil, she has just tied her ankle boots and buckled garters over her linen stockings, she now prepares to dawn her simple wool kirtle for the chilly fall day.

    A woman lounges in her simple chemise, her hair contained by a linen turban. She wears a pair of warm, purple wool stockings, held in place by a pair of leather garters, her feet protected from the hard stone floor with a pair of leather turn shoes.

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    ]]>     https://revivalclothing.com/product/womens-chemise/feed/ 0     Women’s Medieval Underdress https://revivalclothing.com/product/womens-underdress/ https://revivalclothing.com/product/womens-underdress/#comments Fri, 02 Nov 2018 01:46:40 +0000 http://revivalclothing.com/?post_type=product&p=26554
    • Based on contemporary medieval artwork(see Historical Inspirations below)
    • Made in 100% lightweight Linen
    • Comfortable and authentic sleep or lounge wear
    • The perfect base layer for all your medieval gowns - comfortable and smoothing
    • No visible machine stitching
    • All interior seams finished
    • Size 6 available as custom order +$20
    • Comes in Five sizes to accommodate most body types

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    Size Chart

    Note: In our women’s clothes we’ve abandoned ‘standard’, modern sizing because it is far from standard, and tends to cause more confusion than provide accurate information. So, please judge your size by your chest measurement. We do not give waist and hip measurements because the underdress is an ‘A’ line style and flares out from the bust so that fit at the hip is generally not an issue.

    Size

    Max. Bust Measurement

    Length (from shoulder)

    2

    36″ / 91cm

    52″ / 132cm

    3

    40″ / 102cm

    52″ / 132cm

    4

    46″ / 117cm

    54″ / 137cm

    5

    50″ / 127cm

    55″ / 140cm

    6

    56″ / 143cm

    55″ / 140cm

    Only available in White.

    Throughout the Middle Ages clothes were worn in layers, with a light, linen tunic forming the foundation over which additional linen or wool garments were worn. The exact nature of these earliest garments is unknown, but by the 13th century, the man’s tunic had evolved into a simple, relatively short, white linen shirt. Unfortunately, the exact nature of women’s undergarments is far less clear; women generally being depicted in period illuminations either fully clothed or stark naked. What is clear is that some sort of undergarment was worn, and it had to be designed to work with the long sleeved gowns fashionable of the early and late medieval periods. Experimentation has shown that this underdress fits beautifully under reconstructions of 12th, 13th, 14th and 15th century gowns, smoothing the lines of the overdress and creating the elegant silhouette shown in artwork of each of the periods.

    Our underdress is made of lightweight, white linen. The neckline is shaped to match the gown, but with a smaller opening so that it can be seen beneath the overdress. The sleeves are loose enough to be comfortable, yet close-fitting enough to avoid bunching when worn with an overdress. As with our chemise, the underdress is fitted to the bust and then flares outward, ending at the ankle so that it fits smoothly under your gown without interfering with your train.

    Drawing after a detail of the Romance of Alexander, MS. Bodley 264, circa 1340 in the Bodeleian Library, Oxford, England

    Drawing after Le Tres Riches Heures of Jean Duc de Berry circa 1413 in the Bibliotheque du Musee Conde, Chantilly, France

    Drawing after an illuminated manuscript Cod. ser. nov. 2644, folio 34r

    Drawing after Book of Hours for Rome Use, MS M.287, fol.64v, circa 1445 in The Free Library of Philadelphia, Rare Book Department, Pennsylvania, USA

    A woman shows off her comfortable underdress, hair wrapped loosely in a turban.

    A woman contemplates the meaning of life in a candle, in the process of dressing, her hair is only partially wrapped in a turban, her feet are clad in a simple pair of camel wool stockings, held in place by some leather garters.

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