Medieval cloaks typically closed at the neckline. The cloak brooch, pin or sometimes a tasseled cord, held a cloak closed but also simply held it on. These closures ranged from simple iron or bone to jewel encrusted brooches. The cloak brooch design known best today...
Woolen hooded cloaks were worn by rich and poor alike in early Medieval times, as that is what was available to protect people from the winter cold. People didn’t have many fabrics or stylish garments to pick from as clothing was made locally, often in...
Velvet for medieval cloaks, capes, and sacred vestments first became available in Europe in the 13th century. It was initially imported from the East, but soon Italy was successfully producing velvet in Lucca, Genoa, Florence, and Venice, and supplying wealthy buyers...
When our story picks up in early Medieval times, people of all ranks and income were wearing pretty much the same simple stuff. Because of feudalism and non-existent trade, clothing was made locally. Thus only a very limited variety of fabrics and garments were...
With a Side Order of Celtic, Pirate and Dickens Fair In California, it’s possible to attend a Renaissance Faire nearly every weekend of the year! Here’s the 2019 calendar. There are 22 faires and festivals statewide during the year, including a few with...
Long hooded cloaks are perfect for your next fantasy or costume event. In case its not obvious, we wrote up 6 reasons. Reason 1: Making A Grand Entrance Grabbing attention at the entrance is a major reason long hooded cloaks rock!! Keep your costume under wraps on the...
Our mission at Raven Fox Capes and Cloaks is to supply ready-made luxurious medieval capes for fantasy events. Our soft, flowing capes are made with panne velvet. More about that in the second half of this article. It’s our observation that the ultra-cheap...
I’m thrilled to show you these photos of our new medieval capes taken on the Black Rock Desert! A friend of ours took our samples along to Nevada last week and organized a photoshoot during the outdoor festival! Can’t get over how well you can see the...
Each year approximately 22 Renaissance Faire’s are held throughout California. And Renaissance Faire’s aren’t just a CA thing but are popular throughout the US. Renaissance Faire’s have also inspired Celtic Faire’s, Pirate Faire’s...
When we designed our medieval cape, a friend of ours suggested we add pockets! People love to take pictures at events and have their phone in an easy-to-access place. Thus we included two deep pockets for phones but also your wallet, ID, credit card, money, lipstick,...
