A bonnet is a medieval garment used to cover the head and neck. This is a kind of hood or hood that is worn over the head and may have a part that falls back to cover the neck. Hoods were very common in the Middle Ages and were worn by both men and women.
Medieval bonnets were often made of heavy fabrics, such as wool or velvet, to provide warmth and protection from the cold. They were often tapered to fit close to the head and tied under the chin to hold it in place. Some bonnets also had an opening in the front to allow the face to be exposed.
The bonnet was a versatile garment that was used both in everyday life and in the context of fashion and luxury. Peasants and common people wore simple, functional bonnets, while the nobility and members of high society often wore more elaborate bonnets decorated with embroidery, embellishments, or even jewels.
Today, medieval bonnets are mainly used in theatrical performances, Renaissance festivals, or by medieval history enthusiasts recreating costumes from that era.