Medieval Coats & Jackets
Witchhunter Long Coat Hellsing, Brown
long box coat lined can be closed with ornament buttons big collar (detachable) This Coat Hellsing is a sleek and long-sleeved duster with an impressive mantle (collar) designed for magic hunters. Reaching from the neck to the mid-calf, this coat is designed to protect you from the elements while adding a serious, professional appearance. The coat is made from canvas and embellished with a contrasting lining. The slit up the back provides better movement, including comfort on horseback Wear this coat open or closed with the six double-breasted rows of buttons on the front. The mantle is removable, and attaches to the third row of buttons. Coats are great garments for witch hunters or savvy adventurers, and the Coat Hellsing is a detailed outer layer that fits a wide range of characters. S M L XL XXL Chest 100 cm 110 cm 120 cm 130 cm 150 cm Waist 92cm 102 cm 112 cm 122 cm 138 cm Length 131 cm 136 cm 140 cm 148 cm 148 cm 100% cotton
Wizard's Cloak
Wizard's black hooded cloakTerrific black hooded cloak for sorcerers, made of velveteen, embellished with a beautiful golden trim on the hood, the wide bell sleeves and the front opening. The large hood will hide your face easily when casting mighty spells over your enemies. With a length of 155cm from shoulder to hem this wizard's cloak will hide even taller persons.100% cotton
Authentic Rough Cotton Box Coat
box coat made of rough cotton no lining big tippet on the shoulders slit in the back For a Larp costume or other historic-inspired outfit to be totally authentic, it must be practical, accurate, and suitable for your surroundings. This Authentic Rough Cotton Box Coat is perfectly placed to keep you protected from the elements whilst you submerge yourself in a historic world of action, adventure, or exploration. Crafted from rough cotton, this realistic coat features a slit in the back, a big tippet on the shoulders, and no lining. As the coat runs very small, we'd recommend ordering at least one size bigger than usual for optimum comfort and functionality. appr. measurements in cm 5126 chest sleeve length total length M 108 65 124 L 120 66 124 XL 134 69 132 XXL 136 72 136 XXXL 142 72 138 100% cotton
Box coat long
long box coat lined can be closed with ornament buttons big collar An elegant box coat that will compliment a bandit or rogue perfectly at any LARP event, allowing you to move stealthily or blend into the darkness and disappear. Made from 100% cotton, the coat is lined to help keep you warm as you maraude around in the darkness. It is full length between 140-152cm, and includes a high collar which makes it perfect for a disguise. The box coat fastens with ornamental buttons and features big cuffs and covered shoulders. The coat features two pockets which are ideal for hiding pick-pocketed items or concealing a weapon or spell. Available in sizes S-XXXL. This box coat runs pretty big S M L XL XXL XXXL chest 113 cm 115 cm 140cm 145cm waist 115 cm 121 cm - 140cm length 148 cm 149,5 cm 150cm 152cm 100% cotton
Pirate's Coat
Show your status amongst your shipmates with this pirate's coat, perfect for Captains and officers alike! The coat is the perfect addition to any pirate's clothes chest with it's large bell cuffs which have display buttons on them along with the two lines of buttons down either side of the chest. The coat is made from 69% wool, 19% polyester, 7% nylon and 5% polyacryl with a 100% polyester lining throughout which will give even the hardiest pirate protection from the sea chill and spray when the seas turn nasty. Available in sizes S-XXL.69% wool, 19% polyester, 7% nylon, 5% polyacryl; lining: 100% polyester
Flap Coat Loki Blue
Flap coats are perfect attire for adventurers who may need to access inside their coats quickly without wanting to fiddle with buttons. Perfect for quickly accessing documents or weapons hidden about your person, a flap coat fastens around the waist with a belt and doesn't have any ties or buttons. Ideal for wearing under tight fitting armour of robes, flat coats are an authentic medieval garment from the 7th and 8th centuries. This coat is full sleeves and mid-thigh length which makes it an ideal overcoat. Made from 74% wool, 15% polyester, 7% polyamide and 4% natural fibre.74% wool, 15% polyester, 7% polyamide, 4% natural fibre
Flap Coat Loki Brown
Flap coats are authentic medieval garments that are ideal to use in any LARP scenario where you will be wearing belts to secure them. They don't have any buttons or clasps themselves which makes them ideal for peasants or lower class players, but a flat coat can be an effective garment to wear underneath your battle dress or as part of an outfit. The coat is made from 74% wool, 15% polyester, 7% polyamide and 4% natural fibre and comes in a brown colour which will match most outfits. The coat is available in sizes S-XXL.74% wool, 15% polyester, 7% polyamide, 4% natural fibre
Beggar's Coat Loki
used look big hood 100% cotton The beggar's coat Loki is not only suitable for beggars, also thieves and highwaymen appreciate the bold look. Washed-out, frayed, as if the coat had been in use for decades. Nevertheless, the coat is of course brand new and robust in workmanship. The frayed seams are secured by a seam so that no further unintentional fraying is possible. The coat is available in the sizes M, L, XL, XXL and XXXL and in the colours grey, brown and green. Size Shoulder Sleeves Total length M 64 cm 52 cm 133 cm L 66 cm 52 cm 133 cm XL 68 cm 52 cm 133 cm XXL 70 cm 52 cm 133 cm XXXL 73 cm 52 cm 134 cm 100% cotton
Witchhunter Long Coat Hellsing, Black
long black box coat lined can be closed with ornament buttons big collar (detachable) This Coat Hellsing is a sleek and long-sleeved duster with an impressive mantle (collar) designed for magic hunters. Reaching from the neck to the mid-calf, this coat is designed to protect you from the elements while adding a serious, professional appearance. The coat is made from black canvas and embellished with a black lining. The slit up the back provides better movement, including comfort on horseback Wear this coat open or closed with the six double-breasted rows of buttons on the front. The mantle is removable, and attaches to the third row of buttons. Coats are great garments for witch hunters or savvy adventurers, and the Coat Hellsing is a detailed outer layer that fits a wide range of characters. S M L XL XXL Chest 100 cm 110 cm 120 cm 130 cm 150 cm Waist 92cm 102 cm 112 cm 122 cm 138 cm Length 131 cm 136 cm 140 cm 148 cm 148 cm 100% cotton
A coat from the Middle Ages
The mantle in the Middle Ages is a symbol of wealth and prosperity. Just as is the case for the medieval jacket, the mantle stands out from the simple cape in several aspects. The mantle and the jacket have a comparatively complicated pattern, which has to be sewn together knowledgeably and with a lot of effort.
This requires a strong dense fabric, which in the Middle Ages was a precious commodity. A cloak isn’t something you just order. It is a showpiece with valuable buttons and these pockets, which were completely new for that time. Only very few tailors could do that. So in the late Middle Ages you order a coat for a lot of money and wait months for it.
If a pirate or a Viking wears a cloak, he must already be very successful and probably captured it from a nobleman. In our online-shop you will find magnificent cloaks that give your character real style. Just take a look around. The fabric we use nowadays is of course a strong and durable cotton.
The cloak and gown of the common man
As well as knights, the Middle Ages also saw many dark and mysterious figures. These assassins, agents or spies had to protect themselves from the prying eyes of strangers. So they used a long cloak with a large hood, the gugel. The cloak and gugel, in brown or natural, are much easier and quicker to make, and nowhere near as expensive as a cloak. The simple skirt of thick cloth is also used. Combined with the gugel, it also protects against the cold in winter. In general, capes, skirts and cloaks are suitable for everyone. Unless you want to be ready for battle at a moment's notice. In that case, a cloak can be a bit of a hindrance. That is why medieval coats and jackets are cut wide and vary according to their purpose. Whether you're looking for a gorgeous fur-trimmed jacket for a nobleman, a dark cloak with a hood or cape for a servant, or an ornate cloak for a lady, you'll find a wide range of medieval clothing and apparel in our online shop. We know all about the Middle Ages - because we love this period!
The cloak as protection from the cold - also at LARP
Capes with or without hoods are part of every medieval scene and originate from the everyday life of this time full of hardship. In the cold Middle Ages, capes were the most important and sought-after items of clothing for Vikings and Germanic tribes, maids and servants.
Every Viking who could afford it owned a cape made of wool or linen. In all medieval tribes, every man and woman wore their cape or hooded cloak with pride. The hooded cloak covers the entire body and keeps the warmth under the fabric. The hooded cloak is suitable for winter as protection against the bitter cold and also keeps the wearer covered.
A real mantle from the Middle Ages was, as I said, a garment of a completely different class. Elaborately tailored and made from the finest materials, a medieval mantle was the preserve of the nobility. The cloak for ladies or the common people was still centuries away.
Practical cloak or noble coat for LARP
The cut and texture of the medieval jacket, medieval cape, medieval cloak or even medieval mantle dates back to that time. But we have made concessions to the fabric in the form of cotton, which was only discovered later. The finely crafted cloaks and capes are usually made of comfortable, soft cotton and fit perfectly on the shoulders. The original medieval fabrics such as nettle, hemp or pure wool are much rougher and not as warm as cotton. Other fabrics such as frieze, scarlet, purple or woollen velvet no longer exist in this form. However, the cut of the cloak is original. A cord at the front ties the cloak tightly and ensures a good fit. Some medieval LARP models also have a hood. This allows the owner to cover up and camouflage themselves mysteriously. The hood can also be used to hide from enemies, making the wearer almost unrecognisable. For even better protection in winter, the cape can be fitted with sleeves to replace the real cape. This type of cloak is held in place by a clasp or cord at the waist. Browse through our range of medieval hooded cloaks and choose the one that suits you best. Whether it's a medieval cloak and cape, a Renaissance frock coat, a Viking flap skirt or an almost timeless coachman's coat, the garment should add the finishing touch to your medieval character.
The coachman's coat
The first coat we know of was Ötzi's woollen coat from 5,000 years ago. It took 4,000 years for it to evolve into something as specialised as a coachman's coat. In order to get something as valuable as a cloak, coachmen had to drive for a high house like the king.
The heavy coachman's coat as we know it today did not evolve until the late Middle Ages. At first the coachman's coat was just a better cloak with a hood to protect the coachman from the harsh weather. It then developed into a hooded cloak, held together at the top by buttons. The lower part of the hooded cloak was usually open, with one part folded over the other.
A noble cloak or mantle - velvet and fur garments
The cloaks of the nobility were elaborate and made of heavy velvet. With ornamental seams or fur, they looked particularly noble and distinguished. For the great captain, a coat with a long placket and high-quality workmanship is a good choice. The wizard's coat has long sleeves and a pointed hood.
On the other hand, the beggar's cloak from the Middle Ages is completely different and not at all noble. This cloak does not look new and was probably stolen from a rich gentleman a long time ago. This type of long hooded cloak looks torn. It has been worn for a long time and is therefore suitable for looters and highwaymen.
The cloak and cape in the Middle Ages
The beggar's cloak was more like a cape with a hood and sleeves. The cloak or cape for the knight or nobleman was particularly ornate or decorated with patterns. There were many colours other than the classic brown. In the Middle Ages, the wearer's social status could be read from the jacket, hooded cape or cloak. In the colder months of the year, cloaks not only protected against the cold, but - like tunics - also symbolised membership of a family or order. Whether you choose a noble brown fur, expensive red brocade, a fine buttoned gambeson, or even a royal black velvet doublet, you will want to dress to impress. Discover the capes of crusaders, monks or warriors in our range. With a garment in true medieval style, you can recreate a weighty piece of history and evoke the corresponding feelings and moods within yourself.
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