The Esrova Court 1476 Share Posted September 2, 2022 (edited) First published by the Mistress of the Wardrobe 7th of Vzmey ag Hyff,441 E.S. Royal Headdress Collection Portrait of Princess Royal Katerina donning The Barbanov Diadem Moda i ve Kort has served dutifully under the prior rule of Koenas Emma, and shall continue to provide insight on Courtly fashion. Since the rule of Koenas Annika and her efforts to encourage the resurgence of Ruskan wear, the devoted Mistress of the Wardrobe is obliged to continue her service under the household of Koenas Amadea. To build upon legacies and provide regulation of fashion standards is a great honour. Without further ado, we present Moda i ve Kort: The Royal Regalia Headwear Collection. This compendium shall henceforth be updated when the Queen’s Council sees fit with the creation, abeyance, and reintroduction of various jewels of the Royal House Barbanov-Bihar. In tandem with the addition of new and reintroduced jewels into the household’s regular regalia, with each passing of jewels via marriage, death, etc., footnotes shall be updated posthaste. ───── ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ───── Crowns ───── ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ───── Biharian Crown and Coronation Cap King Siguine I had a new crown commissioned following the conflict of return of the body of King Franz II following his death. It featured a considerably more modern design, including a double-arched cross-mantle adorning the top. It maintains a circlet base, though it is lined with pearls. It is encrusted with a large ruby and forty-two sapphires and diamonds. In the stead of a mitre is an elaborate Jrentic lily design forming into two-halves around the double-arches. A red velvet cap that is worn underneath the crown. In Haeseni regalia, the coronation cap is given after the baptism and anointing of the sovereign, in preparation for the coronation itself. *Reserved for Coronations. Boyar’s Cap The traditional crown of the Karovic dynasty, featuring a large ermine collar and four arches to make a clean, dome shape. Jewels of tourmalines and emeralds adorn the golden struts themselves, and at the peak is adorned an ivory Husariyan cross. The current crown is believed to have been made by Branimar the Leper, a former Raevir king, and with it carries the curse of his leprosy. Those who were to be crowned with the cap and found unworthy by Godan, according to legend, would be themselves cursed to be a leper. *Reserved for Coronations. Crown of the Hanseti Consort The Consort crown maintains a prominent Jrenic lily top, with the base made of gold. The circlet base has two lines of pearls, numbering one hundred in total. Upon the top sits a small, ruby cross. The crown was originally commissioned by Valera of Adria and modeled in part after the crown of Queen Reza Elizaveta. It has been passed down each generation of Haeseni Queen-Consorts since. Following the reign of Queen Annika of Astfield, alongside her King-Husband, Heinrik II, and the rise of Queen Emma of Jerovitz and her King-Husband, Sigismund III the crown was fitted for a permanent veil to further display the piety of the Queen and subsequently the Royal Family as a whole. *Worn only by the current reigning Queen of Hanseti-Ruska. Ve Asserala Ezstrejhn Crown The Summer Star features a common coronation design, including the double-arched cross-mantle adorning the top, connecting together with pearls. The base of the crown is a circlet lined with eighty-four pearls from Lake Varon. Inset into the circlet are three types of gemstones that have been meticulously placed in order to symbolically represent the strength and duty of the Haeseni Consort. Underneath a black velvet cap is attached, embodying the Queen’s closeness to GOD. The Gemstones; The centrepiece is the ‘Opkomende Zon’ ruby, which is known as the stone of royalty. Haeseni folklore states that rubies open the heart of whoever is wearing one, bringing forth love and vitality. Secondly, a sapphire, named ‘Ve Blauwe Wateren’ which represents prayer and connection to faith. Lastly, the ‘Aarden’ emerald, which is known to bring about self-knowledge and increase the likelihood of bearing healthy children. *Reserved for Coronations. The Amayan Bridal Crown This crown was inspired by the traditional Scyfling bridal crown donned by young women on their days of matrimony. High peaks of golden spirals were bound by more intricate design around the whole rotation of the regalia, symbolizing the beginning of new life and family under the beautiful union of wedlock. No gemstones were pivoted in the upper-parts of the regalia but rather the band which rested against the scalp itself; a variant of rubies, garnet, crimson spinel, and scarlet topaz lined the border; all in various cuts and sizes ranging from 1-carat to 6-carat, allowing for an onslaught of red to embrace the romantic piece. Typically, to further address the cultural importance of this crown, it is accompanied with an authentic and real flower crown to compliment the historical roots of its relevance. This one was specifically created for Amaya of Venzia, as she donned it paired with a flower crown made up of a multitude of roses from her familial gardens. *Reserved for Queen-consort Amaya of Venzia. ───── ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ───── Circlets ───── ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ───── Crown of St Francis the Martyr A crown made in the fashion of the crown worn by Franz-Jakob during his short rule, commissioned under the regency of Marius I for his coronation, which later became the favoured crown of state leading up to the ascension of House Bihar. It is made of an engraved golden circlet mounted with Jrentic lilies. It retains an arch and mitre, akin to the Imperial Crown of Godfrey, though much lower and shallower, akin to the crowns worn by both Heinrik van Roy and Franz-Josef. Of the mtire, the scenes depicted are of the arrival, anointing, coronation, and martyrdom of Franz-Josef. There are eleven jewels total encrusted in the crown, each numbering a martyr of the Franciscan Massacre. *Worn only by the current reigning King of Hanseti-Ruska. Ruska Leaves One of the more uniquely designed tiaras by Vespira L. Made in the shape of Ruska Leaves, with a small golden comb on the bottom to hold it to one’s hair. The tiara is made of pure Sunholdt Gold, in the shape of two long strands of Ruskan leaves wrapping around the head, with 4 more sprouting from the middle in an arched pattern. At the bottom of the leaves sits 3 perfect gold berries, hanging from the centremost branches. A one of a kind from The Princess’ Custom made collection by Vespira L. *Reserved for Princess Emma Anastasya, Duchess of Karlsburg. The Phoenix Crown A majestic crown of gold. There are two ways to wear this crown. The full one where it has the red cloth and round like shape at the top. Or the layered one where it goes around one’s head. It is adorned with large rubies and opals. Golden chains hang from the sides and can either be connected in the back or simply hanging loose. The reason for the name is the rubies used. For they were found in the remains of a burnt down building. Engraved on the inside of the crown reads, “Rise from the ashes and soar high into the sky.” It was commissioned by Karolina Barclay to be given as a gift to Queen Viktoria. Though the woman died in the year 1768 before she herself could give it to her. The Rhenyari Rose A shimmering circlet made of the finest aurum, bedecked with gemstones of opal, emerald, and ruby alike. Specially crafted for Queen Amadea Ulyssa’s Coronation, the circlet donned an engraving on both sides of its interior which reads, “Krusae Zwy Kongzem” in bold lettering. Around each gemstone was a diamond bloating encasing each one, allowing the circlet to brilliantly shine upon the Queen’s head. Needless to say, it was a circlet most certainly fit for any royal consort. ───── ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ───── Diadems ───── ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ───── Bloodlust’s Diadem A part of a larger set called the Bloodlust Parune, the Diadem is the opulence of royalty. Fashioned into a singular point giving the entire jewel a triangle shape with a prudent 50 carat ruby named the ‘Lúcia Ruby’ after the woman who lost her life quarrying for it. Inside the frail aurum outline, 30 more rubies are strung together to create diamond patterns. This piece is vulnerable to environmental changes and only worn for debuts or weddings to protect its structure. The Barbanov Diadem A Kokoshnik styled tiara that catches the light in dozens of perfect white diamonds and baguette-cut aquamarine. It is clear this tiara is quite a rare piece, for each precious stone has been inlaid into a setting of purified aurum. This aurum still bore faint streaks of red within it when viewed from the back, weakened by its typical supernatural-repelling qualities due to its origins from melted down coins of the Arcasain inferni scourge. This tiara was crafted originally for Prinzenas Royal Katerina Cecilva Barbanov in the year of the Second Age by Edelweiss Diamanté's Luisa Klaire Barclay. *Reserved for Princess Emma Anastasya, Duchess of Karlsburg. The Klątwa Diadem A Diadem that consists of a golden frame with trace amounts of Copper, giving it an orange undertone. The lower half of the band is lined with topaz in a radiant-cut shape. A moderately large 50 carat ruby is set into the top centre, its origin is shrouded in spoken myth as the ruby was originally fainter in colour than its modern counterpart. The Diadem was gifted to the Prinzenas Klara Elizaveta by a lesser member of Barbanov. It is said that her cousin chanted a phrase into the diadem before giving it to the Prinzenas, causing a subtle uneasiness to be emanated to those around the piece of jewelery. The Muldav Diadem An ornate symbol of the regality and sovereignty of Hanseti-Ruska, decorated in jewels only of clear, blue or white tiny. All the metalwork of the diadem is pure silver. The base is set with three layers, with small pearls in the centre line and 3 carat diamond surrounding and parallel to the pale gems. Intricate designs engraved with I to 2-carat diamonds circle throughout the crown jewel and border the teardrop pearls that hang at the core of the regal headpiece. Above the central teardrop pears is a 10 carat diamond known as the ‘Diamond of Muldav,’ defining the original ownership to the Queen Maya. The Piatra Lunii Diadem The Piatra Lunii Diadem was organised as a precursor headpiece to the grand Barbanov Diadem. Distinctly contrived for a youthful Princesses first royal regalia piece. Instead of the shimmering diamonds found in the Barbanov Diadem, 100 fair pearls fished from the lakes of Valwyck are arranged in swirling patterns on the surface of a gilded tiara. Overall, it was strong, sturdy, and unbreakable. It would be essentially impossible to damage the treasure. ───── ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ───── Tiaras ───── ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ───── Tiara of Karlsberg A beautiful Savoyan Silver tiara encrusted entirely out of diamonds in the shape of floral leaves. The centre of the tiara holds a diamond flower dotted by a large pearl, and at the top of the crown sits 7 peaks of upside-down teardrop pearls, the 7th being the larger, held high on a peacock's tail. A beautiful tiara made custom for the Duchess of Karlsburg. A one of a kind from The Princess’ Custom made collection by Vespira L. *Reserved for Princess Emma Anastasya, Duchess of Karlsburg. The Asserala Tiara Commissioned by the Viscountess-Consort Eleanora Amador for her dearest friend, Princess Petra Emma. This tiara is the first piece in the Asserala Collection. This silver diadem has been smithed to resemble a partial wreath of sunflowers. Three needle brilliant andradite gems sit within the frame of the tiara. The middle gemstone is slightly larger than those on either side of it. Each andradite sits in the middle of a sunflower, petals revolving around them as smaller sunflowers with highlight brilliant cut onyxes at their centres swirl around the larger andradite sunflowers. The words “The Azurean Rose” lie on the back of the tiara in neat print. *Reserved for Princess Isabel Theodora, Duchess of Kvenoland. The Snowwhite Tiara A breathtaking tiara made up of gold, though the gold base is obscured by a multitude rows of opalescent diamonds. Each row upon the tiara displays one hundred 0.5-carat diamonds that shimmer upon the sides and forefront of the crown. A display of pride and wealth, the design is that of what a Princess or Queen of Hanseti-Ruska would wear. *Reserved for the Queen-consort, Amaya of Venzia. The Starsteel Tiara A tiara forged from lunarite, styled to resemble Haeseni crafts with hints of Dwarven influences and metalwork. Should it be exposed to natural light, it would glow softly with a pale silver luminescence. An inscription about the tiara, which rests upon the wearer's brow reads, “Blessings of Bella unto ye. May your passions be fruitful and merry.” The centre of the tiara bears a cabochon Norlandic ruby, about the size of a knuckle bone, and has an attractive purple-red colouration when exposed to light. The interior of the tiara is engraved in the Sigi log Clan Starbreaker, behind the gems setting. Given to Koenas Emma on the day of her wedding to Sigismund III. Ve Pärla Tiara An exquisite string of refined pearls the hue of Hanseti snow crafted into a tiara through an aurum wire. A momentous emerald lined in delicate golden flourishes sits at the very top to indicate the wearer's prestige. Given to Queen Amadea as a wedding present from the Mistress of the Robes, Nikoleta Baruch. *Reserved for Amadea of Susa The Tiara of Venzia This tiara was a custom piece made by Lady Elia Eryka Colborn-Stafyr, Baroness of Thurant and Curator of Crown Jewels. Historically known for its mixture of Scyfling and Raevir influence, the headpiece is said to bring luck to its wearer. A carved band of pure gold ran along the bottom of the base itself, fifty miniscule pearls bordered the surface, with a fashioned brace of braided gold bordering the ivory spheres. Atop that gemstones of varying cuts lined the tiara in 1 carat cuts, making up a multitude of different faux-roses. The primary crystals used were that of rubies, fire opal, and red diamonds. Nearer the center of the circlet amber, peach moonstone, and garnet made up intricate designs that led to a singular larger rose of 3 carat Aeldinic rubies. At the sides of the tiara are dangling coins, reminiscent of traditional Scyfling headdresses to symbolize the Queen’s closeness to her Scyfa roots. What made for an even devastating alluring flair was the many creamy white albino-raven feathers of shorter length that lined the backside of the tiara, allowing them to poke upwards sporadically in a dashing display. *Reserved for the Queen-consort, Amaya of Venzia. ───── ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ───── Kokoshnik ───── ⋆⋅☆⋅⋆ ───── Gràdh ve Beatha Kokoshnik A grand aurum cylindrical headdress lined with cream tinted pearls. The diadem held a 5 carat trilliant cut ruby in the centre which distinguished the wearer among the crowd. Upon the sides of the kokoshnik are smaller oval cut onyx’s and sapphires with tiny strings of the pearls that drop down the sides elegantly in mix with strings of blue beads. The blue beads indicate imagination, and the copious red ribbons that hold the large headdress to the wearer’s head represent devotion to love and family. Originally made for Princess Anastasya, Duchess of Valwyck by her childhood friend, Nikoleta Barbara. *Reserved for Princess Isabel Theodora, Duchess of Kvenoland. Kreden’s Emerald Kokoshnik A string of voluminous pearls hold up the base of a luxurious kokoshnik formed from 18k yellow gold. Inlaid at its centre is a bulky emerald named ‘Zelen' Udacha’. Along the sides of this piece, the emerald is compassed by a collection of rose-cut pink rubies. The elegance of the Kreden’s Emerald Kokoshnik is most apparent when knotted together at the base of the head and tilted upwards so the light catches the brilliant gemstones, setting rooms ablaze in sparkles. Ruskan Rose’s Kokoshnik Compared to prior royal jewels, the Ruskan Rose’s Kokoshnik is the simplest. Made from a thick red satin base with a narrow line of ivory colored pearls sewn onto the bottom. Flourishes of gold are embroidered alongside dainty roses at its base. In 1863, it would make its first public debut upon the head of Dorothea vas Ruthern who was later titled the Ruskan Rose. Unlike The Aurum Halo, the Ruskan Rose’s Kokoshnik represents the bond of love and desire. The Aurum Halo A rather plain golden kokoshnik made of a lightened gold material. Upon the front are small embellishments of magical swirls. Although it was initially crafted for Princess Nikoleta’s wedding, it has come to represent loveless marriages and divorce. Those who choose to don this jewel for the Juliyafest and their wedding doom their marriage and love life. The Ruby Emerald Kokoshnik This kokoshnik tiara bears net cut ruby emeralds, emeralds that shine a pinkish red in colour. The gold frame that holds the emeralds in place seems to be removable, small eyes allowing for a chain to be attached to form a fringe necklace. Without the frame removed, the kokoshnik stands up traditionally from the head in typical Ruskan fashion, the emeralds seeming to become darker shades of red the closer to the head they get. The bottom of the gold frame, below the emeralds is engraved with delicate roses and the words “The Azurean Rose” are written on the interior of the tiara in neat print. When worn by Queen Emma, aurum Crispinettes and a veil were added to enhance the piousness of the wearer. Ve Lude Krawn I Karosgrad A silver crystal-encrusted diadem with light blue accents. The tiara held sparkling princess-cut indigo kyranite and moonstone lined up next to each other in an alternating pattern - each growing larger towards the middle. Made of sterling silver the points of the diadem were formed out of clustered pieris and daffodil blossoms - the large lily-like flowers surrounded by the smaller bell-shaped blossoms. In the centre of the crown, the cluster of three silver blooming daffodils housed two star sapphires, and the largest flower of them all held within it a shimmering blue Titan’s eye - glittering like a snowflake falling in the sun. Upon wearing the diadem, the wearer would find a wave of serenity and calmness wash over them. On the inside was printed in cursive, “For the Most Beautiful of All - 409 E.S.” Last updated on the 23rd of Gronna ag Droba, 503. Originally commissioned by, HER ROYAL MAJESTY, Amadea of Susa, Queen-consort of Hanseti and Ruska, Princess-consort of Bihar, Dules, Lahy, Muldav, Solvesborg, Slesvik and Ulgaard, Duchess-consort of Carnatia and Vanaheim, Margravine-consort of Korstadt, Rothswald and Vasiland, Countess-consort of Alban, Alimar, Baranya, Graiswald, Karikhov, Karovia, Kaunas, Kavat, Kovachgrad, Kvasz, Markev, Nenzing, Torun, and Toruv, Viscountess-consort of Varna, Baroness-consort of Esenstadt, Kraken’s Watch, Kralta, Krepost, Lorentz, Rytsburg, Thurant, Venzia and Astfield, Lady of the Westfolk, Protector of the Highlanders, etcetera. Written firstly at the hand of, Her Ladyship, Nikoleta Barbara Baruch Mistress of the Wardrobe Spoiler OOC: Thanks to Zuziee, Alexi, Ncarr, and Shay for skinning! Thanks to Madyyy for descriptions (And Kayla for editing some) Thanks to Amyselia for letting us use her head bases Edited November 12, 2023 by The Esrova Court 27 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JuliusAakerlund 1778 Share Posted September 2, 2022 Adrian Erik Colborn, former Baron of Bethlenen and a fashion Queen of his day lay bedridden. Though when his granddaughters spoke of the recent Moda his dreams seemed to stir him happily. No doubt the elder was proud of what had been accomplished. Spoiler I LOVE OUR COMMUNITY. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MissToni 3487 Share Posted September 3, 2022 Katerina Ceciliya Barbanov looked at the post that was supposedly a picture of the diadem that she had worn and was originally her's with much confusion. Squinting at it. "That's niet the diadem... Did someone switch it out? This is much concerning indeed" 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
yopplwasupxxx 5665 Share Posted September 3, 2022 Very impressive skinning work, great to see roleplay lore items being translated for a visual platform. These small details enhance and enrichen the roleplay experience. +1, I hope to see more like this 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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