As an archer, if you are planning on doing any reenacting, a historic longbow and good medieval garb are the first steps towards creating an authentic look. And Medieval Archery can help you with both of those! In this section you will find our medieval clothing, offered for both men and women so that any archer can easily craft their own ensemble. Whether are you aiming for an authentic look from the pages of history or a fantasy look from your favorite setting, you will find a number of garments that will help you craft your look here. Peasant shirts, outlaw tunics, and medieval trousers all perfectly create base looks, while additions like cloaks, hoods, and more help to build your ensemble into something that no-one can ignore. And for the ladies out there, we offer plenty of options as far as medieval skirts and blouses go, so that you can keep on using your bow while looking like a lovely medieval maiden too! And we do not expect you to go barefoot, so we also carry some mens medieval boots and womens medieval boots to complete your look! Medieval reenactment has never been so easy for an archer! Just browse through the medieval garb here at Medieval Archery and you will likely get quite a few ideas on how to craft your own ideal archer ensemble.
During the Norman and Saxon periods, men of all classes wore tunics. Continuing that tradition, our Saxon tunic has been made using durable Brown Twill fabric. The sleeve and garment were cut as one piece using only one seam.
A staple reenactment garment with just the right amount of ornate detail, the Sigbert Canvas Tunic suits noblemen, Vikings, and most any medieval or fantasy character looking for a stylish yet practical base to their ensemble.
An adventurous venture into the woods often leads to blisters and twisted ankles. Modern footwear offers a solution, but ruins a fantastic scene. Wherever the quest may lead, the Simple Gaiters will ensure you stay in character.
During the Middle Ages, fashion was a luxury reserved for the nobles. The ordinary people were more concerned with keeping themselves warm than looking hot. The Simple Tie Medieval Shirt perfectly captures this rustic style.
Great for wearing with all sorts of historic blouses and as part of LARP outfits, the Sina Canvas Skirt is made of cotton and features a timeless lace-up closure that can be worn at the front or back, providing extra versatility.
For the medieval wench who likes a little flair to her outfits, the Skirted Cotton Bodice makes a wonderful addition to many historical wardrobes. Wear it to any Renaissance faire, reenactment, or even a cosplay or LARP event.
One of the biggest archaeological finds, in terms of historical clothing, occurred in Skjoldehamn, Norway, where a well-preserved cowl was discovered in a Viking tomb. The Skjoldehamn Winter Gugel brings this renowned style to modernity.
The life of Snorri Thorbrandsson was pockmarked with conflict. Following a fight with another Viking, he traveled to Greenland, where he was killed in battle. You can capture the warrior spirit with the Snorri Thorbrandsson Undertunic.
Piracy existed long before the 1700s. It was around even in medieval times. The Stortebecker Laced Shirt is modeled on the clothing that Fourteenth-Century pirates like the German Klaus Stortebecker likely would have worn.
These gauntlets are made from suede leather and are very comfortable and soft. Whether you do real sword reenacting or LARPing, if you want to avoid losing grip of your weapon due to sweaty hands, you will need a good pair of gloves.
Delicately handmade from steel, the Sylvana Cloak Pin makes a beautiful accessory to any historic cloak or cape. The penannular brooch features stylish twists along its partial circle shape with a detailed leaf at each end.
When starting out on a long quest, ensure that you have all the necessary gear. Put on the Taras Laced Suede Boots before you set out for adventure. These boots make a great finishing touch to a variety of costumes and ensembles.