“Slashing” of renaissance costumes

Read this tip to make your life smarter, better, faster and wiser. LifeTips is the place to go when you need to know about Renaissance & Medieval and other Costume topics.

How do I give my renaissance costume a “slashing” effect?

“Slashing” of renaissance costumes

Adult renaissance costumes often include “slashing”. Open the outer surfaces of the chosen renaissance clothes (doublets, sleeves, hose) to expose the contrasting color of the linings beneath. These linings would then be pulled through the "slashing" and puffed out to give the renaissance costume its period look.

   

Comments

Nobody has commented on this tip yet. Be the first.



Name:


URL: (optional)


Comment:


Not finding the advice and tips you need on this Costume Tip Site? Request a Tip Now!


Guru Spotlight
Phyllis Serbes