How to Choose the Best Renaissance Costumes

By David Lawson

Dressing in Renaissance costumes lets people really let down their inhibitions and express their creativity. This is why renaissance faires and festivals have become so popular.

Here are some recommendations we've compiled to assist you in choosing the perfect costume for your next Renaissance faire:

1. Search Through Renaissance Costumes Found in Books

You can use art history books from the Renaissance era for costume ideas. These should contain some pictures or paintings of how people dressed in that time.

Basically you want to accomplish the following: take the basic elements of what Renaissance outfits were made up of, and put your own spin on it with vibrant accents and accessories that are all your own.

2. Hire Your Own Couturier

Renaissance costumes will only be considered the best if you find the best designer to work on a custom outfit. A couturier can add some fashion elements to a design that will really make it pop.

Having your own designer will allow you to choose preferred patterns and styles where you can also ask for a designers fashion sense in terms of mix of colors, creative embellishments, and fancy details.

3. Consider Online Resources

With the latest technology thriving each day, it is indeed possible to come across Renaissance costume patterns, elegant headwear, and period accessories with just a simple search.

If you're having trouble deciding what Renaissance costume is best for you, use internet searches to find websites for inspiration on whimsical and artistic costumes. You never know what type of creative ideas other people with a passion for the Renaissance era have come up with.

Creating a renaissance period atmosphere is a bit challenging especially if one doesnt have any idea how to provide a real renaissance look. So follow these steps to find and create your perfect renaissance costume. - 30303

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