Gypsy Clothing

[Sir Martin]

I may be bringing a friend to TRF this year who hasn't been in a long time.  She's never attended in garb, but would like to give it a try.  She's a big Stevie Nicks fan and loves gypsy style clothing, so I was wondering if I could get some shoppe recommendations from you all.  I'm guessing Moresca would be on the upper end of the budget ... so what else might be available?

[Trillium]

you can get her started cheaply by going to some thrift stores, pick up a broomstick skirt and some scarves, maybe even luck out with a peasant style shirt.

[Tygrkat]

If she wants something "Stevie-like" that she could wear outside of Faire, too, may I suggest http://www.holyclothing.com/store/index.php

I have a couple of dresses from them (and would like many more!) and they are super comfortable, well-made (and in ALL sizes!) , reasonably priced, and they ship quickly.  

[Bonny Pearl]

Martin, she can also try this shop. http://www.lostislandtrading.com/

They have a booth at TRF too, but I am not sure if it is the same name as the website.  The sizes run very small, but they are good about exchanges.  Prices are reasonable.  I believe they are based out of the Austin area too, if memory serves.

[JackGonzo, MD]

I think it is the same people Bonny, or at least connected to them. I believe the website on the TRF page goes to the one you provided.

Some others that I know some of my folks back east have used in the past

http://www.renaissancewardrobe.com They have a package that is somewhat gypsy-ish, just missing the jingly.

http://www.garbtheworld.com Very simple somewhat cheap

But most of my friends who do gypsy go to http://www.crimsongypsy.com

[Bonny Pearl]

Yeah, I think you are right Jack.  They probably go by the same name.  I have two tops and a skirt from them that I like to wear on my 'Garb Lite' days. 

I have a bodice from Crimson Gyspy.  Very nice and I always get compliments on it.

[Sir Martin]

Thanks for the great advice, everyone!  I'll pass the sites along to her and I'm sure she'll find something she loves.

[Botch]

Holyclothing.com and lostislandtrading.com are different companies.  Jim Witcher and his wife run Lost Island, (booth 263A (even more amazing at mid summer I still remember it)) and, all the best to TRF Performance Company, I will be working there this year, 2010.

He does have a large selection of new stuff we'll be putting out this year so check the website out...and support business people here in Texas!!!  (lord knows our economy needs it)

[Bonny Pearl]

Yes, Jim Witcher!  He was great doing business with!