Burglinde Medieval Dress with Trumpet Sleeves - Black

Outer garments and undershirts or dresses with substantially full sleeves first appeared in the 12th century. These garments were not only worn for fashion reasons, but also as a symbol of higher social status, as wide sleeves were not suitable for the working classes. In the 12th and 13th centuries, both men and women wore simple undergarments with trumpet sleeves to better preserve their increasingly tight fitting and richly embellished outer garments. Normally these undergarments were not shown under outer clothing as it was considered inappropriate. Illustrations from the 12th century of wide-cut sleeves can be found, among others, in the fresco of Sant'Elena in the basilica of San Lorenzo in Milan or in the illuminated encyclopedia Hortus Peliciarum (ca. 1180).

In the 15th century, trumpet-sleeved underdresses could also be worn under a short-sleeved cotehardie (a fitted dress laced or buttoned down the center front) and were therefore intended to be visible as an integral part. of the outfit. Historical illustrations of full-length sleeves from this period can be found, for example, in Gerard David's painting 'Madonna with Angels and Saints'.

Take advantage of this unique opportunity to add a touch of medieval elegance and style to your wardrobe with the Burglinde Medieval Dress with Trumpet Sleeves in black!