A simple woolen dress with gussets, considered a universal model for various cultures. Such a simple pattern of the dress is confirmed by the iconography and ethnography of the Slavic and Scandinavian countries.
The most important element of this dress is the fabric.
We use exclusively hand-woven wool textiles in a 2/2 twill weave, produced using traditional techniques. All fabrics are plant-dyed, resulting in natural, historically plausible colors consistent with early medieval dyeing practices. The twill weave provides strength, flexibility, and excellent thermal properties while remaining fully appropriate for early medieval reconstructions.
Our work combines archaeological evidence with iconographic sources—manuscript illustrations, reliefs, and early medieval visual representations—allowing us to create garments that are both source-based and functional. The dress can be worn as a standalone outer garment or as a base layer under cloaks, coats.
Key Features
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A simple woolen dress with gussets
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Based on iconographic sources and archaeological finds
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Fabric: 100% wool
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Weave: hand-woven 2/2 twill
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Dyeing: natural plant dyes
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Simple, non-decorative, historically accurate cut
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Suitable for reenactment, living history, and educational use
Sizing
The dress is available in standard sizes.
Ordering & Production Time
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This is a made-to-order garment.
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The standard production time is up to 2 months.
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An express order option is available:
Historical Use
This dress is intended for:
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Early medieval reenactment
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Scandinavian, Baltic, Rus and Central European contexts
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Living history and educational displays
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Camp and combat use
No decorative or anachronistic elements are added. This garment is designed for reenactors who value authentic materials, documented cuts, and historically consistent craftsmanship over costume aesthetics.
