The Esrova Court 1474 Share Posted March 27, 2023 (edited) COUTURE OF THE PEOPLE Issued by the Morrivi Prikaz Advisory Council On this 10th day of Tov ag Yermey of 470 E.S. VOLUME I A VE EDLERVIK, The reign of His Majesty, Koeng Georg I has heralded a new era of fashion befitting the grandeur of his influence, and the prosperity the Dual Kingdom has experienced under his rule. Henceforth, new publications are presented to keep the Haeseni people informed on the present state of dress. Fashion has proved increasingly fluid in recent years; with furs remaining present, of course; to combat the ever-present chill in Hanseti-Ruska. Rhenyari influences have remained since the era of the late Koenas Amadea of Susa as well, however. Hanso-Ruskan styles of dress are most present in houses of Karovic descent; however, the influences of such fashions have declined in comparison to Rhenyar and broader northern styles. Courtiers and visitors to the Haeseni Courts are free to wear what they wish, however, so long as their attire is suitable for a Courtly setting. The purpose of this document is to detail the some of the most prevalent styles of dress, excluding that of Hyspian, Ayrikiv, and Almannir fashions, which will be presented in Volume II. GENERAL HAESENI FASHION The most common style of dress within the Dual Kingdom is characterized by furs and hardy leathers, with notable pops of color following the surge of Rhenyari influence during Amadea of Susa’s reign. However, most Haeseni people have reverted to their northern roots, donning layers upon layers of thick wool for the purpose of warmth - though it is safe to say that one's sense of style is hardly sacrificed as these outfits are accessorized with belts, colorful fabrics, and jewels. One’s attire typically denotes their cultural roots and familial pride, which is of utmost importance within the Morrivi Prikaz Courts. Because of this, it is somewhat difficult to pinpoint exactly what the average Haeseni might wear in modern times due to the vast expanse of cultures and influences within our Court. The general characteristics of attire that are most frequently prioritized typically revolve around comfort and warmth, first and foremost, especially during the harsher winter months of the year. HANSO-SCYFLING FASHION The traditional garment worn by Scyfling ladies is a bunad. These dresses are lavishly embroidered and are often worn with other accessories such as shawls, scarves, bonnets, and characteristically thick belts. There are a variety of bunad styles seen within the Dual Kingdom, particularly the Scyebunad, the Goresbunad, and Thelirbunad - all bearing slight variations in their respective designs. A woman’s hairstyle and headwear are particularly unique to the Scyfling culture, with flower crowns interwoven by ribbons seen most frequently upon a lady’s head regardless of her social status; though women of higher status may wear crowns produced of precious metals for their weddings. Although this style of fashion and its associated customs are less prevalent in Haense, they have made a strong resurgence due to the House Colborn’s presence within Haeseni society. Spoiler HANSO-RHENYARI FASHION Influences of Rhenyari fashion can be dated from the reign of the late Amadea of Susa, mother to Koeng Georg I. While the fashion of Ba’as is tailored to a warmer climate, its influences have merged with Haense’s to suit the harsher climate of the north – such as thicker fabrics and linens suited to colder climates and the inclusion of furs. Thus, a new subculture of Haeseni fashion emerges: Hanso-Rhenyari. Coats are fitting to the form and lined with furs, adorned with not only elaborate embroidery but jewels and gemstones as well. While jewelry in menswear is often limited to a wedding band and a simple aurum ring bearing his family’s sigil, the influence of Rhenyari fashion has popularized the expansion of what sorts of jewelry are deemed ‘fashionable’ for men far beyond the aforementioned. HANSO-RUSKAN FASHION Sanguss Gowns are a traditional dress worn by women of all classes; consisting of a Sarafan, a dress shirt or blouse, and (optionally) a belt. These are commonly made with fabrics such as cotton, wool, and linen – with wealthier women (and by extension the more formal variation of the Sanguss gown, the Sanbej) donning gowns made of silk, velvet, and cashmere. They also display elaborate embroidery, most prominently of elements found in nature. Belts are more commonly worn by children, but are not limited to the youth alone. They are seen as fashionable by all as an accessory and used as an accent to the hue of ladies’ gowns. Married women tie their belts to the front-right to indicate such, and unmarried ladies do the same at the front-left. Women who are courting or betrothed tie theirs in the front-center; and children tie their belts in the back. Kokoshniks are a staple accessory for the Ladies belonging to the upper nobility. They are a very thick, glittering variation of the tiara, which are commonly worn by ladies of noble and royal birth. The Kokoshnik is also a sign of piety for these ladies, as told in the legend of the first time one was worn publicly. Veils are a more common accessory, and also a symbol of piety. They are most commonly worn by mothers, wives, and matrons; but are worn by most adult women in situations wherein piety and/or modesty would be highly regarded, such as during a session of Royal Court, debutante balls, weddings, funerals, mass, etc. Shawls are less commonly seen, though still fairly common, worn to add a pop of color to a lady’s outfit while simultaneously providing warmth. Most shawls are lined with hearty furs so that courtiers may brave the cold temperatures of Hanseti-Ruska. Spoiler HANSO-WALDENIAN FASHION Dirndls are dresses worn by women of all statuses, though like with Sangusses the materials used vary based on their wealth. The Dirndl consists of a blouse, a bodice, a skirt, and an apron. The belts are used similarly to signify marital status as with the Sanguss dresses, with the difference being that children tie their dresses in the center-front, and widows tying theirs in the back. Embroidery, shawls, and other accessories are also commonly seen depending on if the wearer can afford such. These garments are seen as casual, and improper to wear in formal situations. Kampfrau gowns are formal garments, most notable for the ‘slashes’ of patterns decorating the hems and sleeves. An additional garment, the Gollar, is draped over the neck and shoulders. The materials used depend on the lady’s status, and a lady of high status would be encouraged to avoid garments such as cotton due to such being regarded as ‘common.’ Bauschwig gowns are seen amongst only the wealthiest of noblewomen at formal occasions. They are elaborately embroidered and decorated; with the most iconic features of the gown being the high collar, poofy sleeves, open bodice (with straight-lacing), and the “brustfleck”, which is often encrusted with gemstones and embroidered with thread of gold and silver. A variety of headdresses and other headwear are donned, with a brief list including: The Wulsthaube, a headdress consisting of three layers (a veil, an undercap, and a padded cushion to secure the former two layers to the ladies’ head.) The Tellerbarret, a hat that is flat and wide and may be worn atop a Wulsthaube. Decorations such as feathers are most common, though precious gemstones may also be embroidered into the hat itself if the wearer can afford such. The Goldhaube is a headdress reserved for only those of the highest positions within the nobility and royalty; as only Duchesses, Princesses, and Queens are permitted to wear such. The construction of a Goldhaube and the materials needed are costly and elaborate enough that it would be near impossible for someone of a status below the aforementioned to afford one. The threads are made of pure gold, with gemstones oft interwoven into the fabric of the golden garment itself. Spoiler LOSING REMARKS Fashion has become increasingly fluid with the levels of creativity displayed, and many within the Courts have expressed their admiration regarding such, especially the expression of oneself above all, in lieu of the restrictions of past courtly publications. His Majesty, as well as we within the Morrivi Prikaz Advisory Council, applaud such; and pronounce our sincere and overwhelming approval – with hopes that such trends continue. IV JOVEO MAAN Her Excellency, Viorica Irena Kortreivch, Grand Lady of Hanseti-Ruska Her Ladyship, Laetitia de Rosius d’Abbassia, Member of the Morrivi Prikaz Advisory Council Her Ladyship, Anabel Elia Colborn, Keeper of The Book of House Colborn Edited March 27, 2023 by The Morrivi Court 26 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
PerfectlyPeachy 1344 Share Posted March 27, 2023 "Beautiful." Commented the Princess Royal, nodding proudly at the hard work of the Morrivi council. "Well done to them all, I know how hard they worked, and for such a wonderful result. Spoiler Well done all of you, I know this took some time but the end result is really lovely. You should all be proud of yourselves, every single person who helped - even if it was just a slight edit or suggestion! 8 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phoebe202 638 Share Posted March 27, 2023 Laetitia beamed at the missive. “Here’s to the first of many. A beautiful first, if I may say so myself.” 4 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
JuliusAakerlund 1773 Share Posted March 27, 2023 The old yet very fashionable Adrian Colborn shed tears of joy for the expression of fashion and culture. 3 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnonymousAlexa 3877 Share Posted March 27, 2023 "The most eventful occurance of King Georg's reign," commented an elderly Draco. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kaladin Stormblessed 614 Share Posted March 27, 2023 Baldrum Colborn, who did not change his outfit since he was fifteen years old, would read the elaborated missive and wonder to himself "Perhaps I should wear something other then uniform or a red shirt.." 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
_RoyalCrafter_ 3181 Share Posted March 27, 2023 (edited) "Ea've got krauns to splurge, time to update the wardrobe." Commented the Amador entrepreneur. Edited March 27, 2023 by VerminHunter wrong accent lol 2 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
teeylin 969 Share Posted March 30, 2023 On 3/27/2023 at 1:51 AM, Kaladin Stormblessed said: Baldrum Colborn, who did not change his outfit since he was fifteen years old, would read the elaborated missive and wonder to himself "Perhaps I should wear something other then uniform or a red shirt.." His son, who is a fine fashion enthusiast himself, definitely thinks his father needs a wardrobe upgrade. 1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
yopplwasupxxx 5663 Share Posted July 3, 2023 Very cool +1 Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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