How to Dress Like a Tudor

The author of "How to Dress like a Tudor" offers advice on how to dress like a Tudor lord or lady, from the subtle styles of Henry VII to the grandeur of Elizabeth I. It also covers clothing for both rich and poor, adult and child, and provides tips on how to begin to sew historically inspired garments.

Format: Hardback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 30 September 2023
Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd

Have you ever yearned to don the attire of a Tudor lord or lady, or perhaps you prefer the esteemed status of a goodwife, costermonger, or even a bawd? For novice historical reenactors, the path to authenticity can be bewildering and sometimes daunting. Judith Arnopp, drawing upon her expertise as both a historian and a medieval/Tudor lady, aims to make your journey a tad more accessible. The author traces the evolution of fashion, from the relatively subdued styles favored at the court of Henry VII to the meticulously crafted royal grandeur of Henry VIII, Edward VI, and Mary I. In contrast to the splendor of the court, we encounter the ordinary folk, subject to sumptuary laws and regulations, adorning garments of a simpler cut and cloth—a stratum of society that formed the backbone of Tudor England. This concise history of sixteenth-century fashion delves into clothing for both the affluent and the impoverished, adults and children, and provides valuable tips and tricks on how to embark on your first historically inspired garment. This book is designed to assist beginners in learning How to Dress like a Tudor.

Dimension: 234 x 156 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781399015356