But if the two experiences I had recently are anything to go by, maybe we need to think again.The first of these occurred during an art history class I was teaching to a group of newly-arrived masters students fizzing with intellectual ene...英国华人论坛
Renaissance era was a new beginning in the history of Europe. This era saw a massive change from the prevailing medieval era. It was the period of inventions, wealth, renowned artists, regal etiquette and change in lifestyle due to rise of...英国华人论坛
Gowns are the most appreciated dress for women in the medieval history of Europe, still has its strong presence in modern world of fashion. All this due to it has succeeded in preserving its elegant, earthiness and softness which is associat...英国华人论坛
Royals have their own fashion statement, exclusive and expensive line of medieval costumes were made for them. Medieval clothing was the basic method of showing their status. However the people of lower stature could only envy them. Neither...英国华人论坛
Favorite historical figure or to fulfill the childhood dream of becoming a fantasy character attendees just jumped upon the medieval costumes. Food, activities like historical play, acrobatics, juggling and the themed design of background ba...英国华人论坛
For some people, it is the time to fulfill their childhood dream of dressed like their favorite character from history or fantasy land. Earlier only medieval characters were imitated but now characters from pre-historic era, mythological cha...英国华人论坛
Although that period is over still people want to experience it by becoming part of that period and the best way to do that is to wear the clothes that people wore during that period. The renaissance festival which is themed on that period g...英国华人论坛
There was immense influence of Spanish fashion on renaissance clothing when Mary Tudor got married in the same century. Now more flamboyant padding was given on clothes and cut lines on dresses and gowns became thinner. While the rich wore m...英国华人论坛
As kids everyone has thought of dressing up like medievalist, to feel like kings and queens get fascinated by tales of witches and wizard. Their costumes seem to be fun and their choice of accessory catches attraction. It was the phase from...英国华人论坛
Medieval Dresses bring back the charm of medieval style and ornaments that everyone used to imagined in the fairy tales or saw them in movies. Reading Shakespeare reminds of the medieval clothes while talking of King Lear or be it Hamlet. An...英国华人论坛
The medieval ages lasted from 500 AD to 1500 AD and clothing evolved a lot during these centuries, using leather, wool, satin, silk, brocade, damask, linen, velvet. During this thousand year period medieval clothing evolved a lot, was subjec...英国华人论坛
Renaissance period in medieval Europe had many diverse kinds of clothing for men and women. A medieval ensemble included cloaks, robes, capes, tunics, shirts and trousers. Renaissance dresses could be made of rich fabric such as velvet, silk...英国华人论坛
Little old ladies in slippers, playing for pennies and cents in a converted community hall is no longer the reality of bingo. The game has in recent years and now more than ever undergone a rebirth in its popularity and status and now looks...英国华人论坛
Ulysses Cantagalli, is recognised today as a major 19th century Italian potter. Hardly anything is known about him prior to 1878 when he is recorded as taking over the family factory in Florence. Florence, of course, was the birthplace of...英国华人论坛
In the early 19th century, Wasaga Beach was a major route that fur traders used to get to the great North West. By the mid-20th century, the town, which boasts the longest freshwater beach in the world, had morphed into a popular resort spot...英国华人论坛
During the Renaissance portraits were one of the favorite subjects of Deruta potters, less keen on painting historical scenes (istoriato) which, on the contrary, were the pride of Gubbio, Casteldurante, Faenza and Urbino.Before going through...英国华人论坛