Known as the She-wolf of France, Queen Isabella was notable for her beauty, diplomatic skills and intelligence. She has become a popular “femme fatale” figure in plays and literature over the years, usually portrayed as a beautiful but cruel, manipulative figure. And, the Princess Isabelle Gown was designed in her honor to be worn in the movie Braveheart.
The gorgeous Princess Isabelle Gown is made of cotton crushed velvet and is accented with a rich period-trimmed collar. A matching long belt and soft veil complete the outfit. Just add a crown and the look will be complete.
You will, however, need to assume just the right attitude to truly pull off Queen Isabella’s persona in the Princess Isabelle Gown. Despite the sympathetic portrayal in Bravehart, Queen Isabella is mostly viewed by historians as as beautiful, but manipulative or wicked. She is also portrayed as a very vain egoist with a deep streak of sadism.
But, no need to go overboard on adopting her attitude. You just need to command respect among your minions and dish out a few orders here and there. After all, she was known to be intoxicated with power. Just make sure to exercise the right mix of charm and diplomacy to convince those around you to follow your courses of action.
The Isabelle Gown is available in sizes small, medium, large and extra large. The crushed velvet material will fit comfortably over your curves and provide you with plenty of room to move about.
So, if you’re ready to rule a kingdom for a day, you’ll easily assume the role in a Princess Isabelle Gown.
Peasants represented the lowest class during the Renaissance period. They made barely enough money to take care of themselves and their family. Thus, their clothes were simple and showed visible signs of wear. Material typically consisted of linen, cotton, wool and other similar fabrics. A classic example would be the Anastas Peasant Dress.
Made from a linen blend, the Anastas Dress is reminiscent of a peasant dress worn by both the peasant and free class women during the 12th and 13th centuries. It is an earthtone red that comes with an attached belt on the waist, which is embellished with black & golden lace.
Available in sizes small, medium, large and extra large, this dress is designed for comfort and style. It provides you with that commoner look and feel.
Although this particular peasant dress may be seen as taking some liberties with historical accuracy, it is nonethless simple enough to pass and creates a much more attractive look. After all, just because you decide to dress like a peasant doesn’t mean you have to completely look the part!
The Anastas Dress is a great choice for costume parties or faires. It is generally less expensive than renaissance gowns worn by royalty during the Renaissance period. It is also a bit easier to move about in and you don’t have to worry about keeping it in pristine shape. Remember, peasants were easily identified by their tattered clothing. In fact, if it gets soiled or torn, it will only look that much more authentic.
To add to the peasant look, consider braiding your hair or wearing a braided wig. You might also want to wear a biggins cap or other headgear. By doing so, you’ll bring your Anastas Peasant Dress and working class persona to life.
