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Period accurate fabric

Started by Sledhead, April 13, 2015, 12:15:53 PM

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Sledhead

I am having a new doublet and trousers made in the cavalier style what would be a appropriat period accurate fabric to use?

Lady Kathleen of Olmsted

Natural fibers like Cotton Brocades, Silk Brocades, cotton Velvet, Corduroy.

The Cavilier Look was more 1610 to 1630's with the broader collars with darts and lace edging .
"As with Art as in Life, nothing succeeds like excess.".....Oscar Wilde

isabelladangelo

Probably should point out that this was asked in the sewing thread where it has received more comments.   ;)