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Title: Period accurate fabric
Post by: Sledhead on April 13, 2015, 12:15:53 PM
I am having a new doublet and trousers made in the cavalier style what would be a appropriat period accurate fabric to use?
Title: Re: Period accurate fabric
Post by: Lady Kathleen of Olmsted on April 16, 2015, 09:20:57 AM
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 .
Title: Re: Period accurate fabric
Post by: isabelladangelo on April 16, 2015, 09:37:28 AM
Probably should point out that this was asked in the sewing thread where it has received more comments.   ;)