KROTYAV I VE EDLERVIK - VOLUME II

[The Esrova Court 1478]

 

COUTURE OF THE PEOPLE

 

Issued by the Morrivi Prikaz Advisory Council

On this 8th day of Jula ag Piov of 476 E.S.

 

 

VOLUME II

 

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VA VE EDLERVIK,

 

The Kingdom of Hanseti-Ruska has gladly become a multicultural place during the reign of His Majesty, Koeng Georg I. Vast groups of people from different origins have arrived in the frozen north to settle, and they have brought their customs in regard to fashion with them. 

 

Therefore, the Morrivi Prikaz Advisory Council finds it necessary to continue its publications with which it informs the Haeseni people of the cultures of our residents. Each section has been recorded with deference to those whose expertise each style is.

 

Hanso-Hyspian fashion has become integrated since the coming of the Viceroyal House de Pelear to settle on the Silver Isle, Hanso-Ayrikiv dress has over many generations become commonplace among the Ayr residents of Valwyck, and Hanso-Almannir fashion has recently made an appearance among the courts with the presence of the kin of House Stafyr in the capital.

 

Each style has adapted to the chill air of the Haeseni northern climate, and has, through its integration, been approved as suitable for courtly appearances. Visitors to the Kingdom have been noted to admire the multicultural displays present in each person. 

 

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HANSO-ALMANNIR FASHION

 

Residing primarily in the House of Stafyr, Hanso-Almannir garb has taken influence during the years that the Almannir people inhabited warmer climates. Commonly, such clothes are of earthy or natural hues, however it is not infrequent for Almannir women to be seen in green, red, brown, or other brighter colors. Commonplace across all attire, however, is the use of gold as a compliment through embroidery, jewelry, or threaded lining. 

 

Among Almannir women, the most common adornment is that of the bliaut - or overgown - that often has wide trailing sleeves and and is bound by belts fashioned from plain, gemstone-engraved, or detailed leather. Often, a bliaut is also dressed with beautiful and exotic fur pelts meant to accentuate the garment and its wearer. If one requires further insulation against the cold but without the stubbornness of animal hide, many Almannir women elect a cloth cotehardie - or long, fitted, and buttoned gown - fashioned over an underdress of thick wool. Occasionally, while decoration a cotehardie, one may place an elaborately embroidered surcoat atop it. Women of a more advanced age may choose to wear skirts more akin to cord-gowns with accompanying cloaks laid onto them. It is not uncommon for Almannir women to be spotted wearing pantaloons bound tautly to the legs with twine secured about the ankles and a belt at the hip. These garments are usually accompanied by knee-high boots, and the upper half often bears a decorative tunic with fur pelts or off-shoulder embroidered cloaks. 

 

Almannir men dress in rich fineries, covered in thick wools bound by the clutch of study boots and a belt. Alike their female counterparts, a colourful masculine bliaut is common when accompanied by the traditional tunic. Similarly, men frequently dress themselves in loose overgarments accompanied by leather belts and cuffs, and simple tunics are decorated most popularly by lavish cloths, fur capes, animal hides or pelts. Almannir men also wear their own cotehardies, jackets and houppelandes - a lightweight outergarment with a long body and flaring sleeves. Despite having fewer clothing options than women, the men always ensure to show off their elaborate finery through adornment of an accompanying variety of jewellry, belts, hats.

 

With the migration and return to colder weather, Hanso-Almannir people had to adapt to the chill climate through the adoption of furs, an endeavor that is supported by Almannir tendencies towards hunting and falconry. Often, animal pelts and hides are used to decorate a more simple garment such as a belt, or by use as a fur cape. Leather accessories are also favoured.

 

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HANSO-HYSPIAN FASHION

 

Following the arrival of the Viceroyal House of de Pelear and their fellow cultural denizens upon the newly renamed Ciudad de Plata, the clothing the Hyspians donned has began to circulate primarily throughout the Capital, alongside some of the warmer areas of our fair nation. These clothes are vibrant, with rich hues, and colorful fabrics that are often seen in many layers that make up an outfit. Sapphire blues have become prominent due to the flourishing mines, and crimson reds make their appearance amongst other primary colors. 

 

Naturally, though, when acclimating to Haense and namely that of the Capital of Karosgrad, warmth is paramount. Cardigans with embroidered flowers and ponchos with intricate designs became a staple, silver or aurum chains tying the pieces together. Added layers of vibrant fabrics, belts, buckles, pins, and the like became more notable in turn. Each adornment becomes a fashion statement of their own; the quality of a brooch or pin and its grandeur helps those to tell the individual's status. 

 

For those who need something a bit more luxurious, camel furs have become an absolute must-have, with the current Viceroy rumored to have imported hundreds of camels from the deserts of the South with his mad obsession with them. Camel skins have seen use in cloaks, the occasional hat, or along the inner lining of a dress or pants. 

 

Furthermore, Hyspian clothing holds a common theme of square necklines, various jewelry, and embroidery holding symbolism to that of the Hyspian people and of the church, and each layer of fabric is more colorful than the last.

 

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HANSO-AYRIKIV FASHION

 

Ayrikiv culture has been deeply embedded within House Baruch’s roots since its earliest days, though the distinctive clothing and customs that notably correspond with the House’s traditions have yet to be formally established. 

 

The word ‘tartan’ refers to the fabric characterized by interlocking stripes running up, down, and even diagonally on a weave of cloth. It is usually made of thick wool and the embroidered designs bear significant meanings to those who don the patterns. Most notably, House Baruch and their descendants are well-known for bedecking themselves with fashions such as these, though there are two distinctive patterns that hold particular significance within Ayrikiv culture: the argyle and sillitoe patterns. The argyle pattern is worn by the wiser and older members of House Baruch and often denote authority or power, whilst the sillitoe (checked) pattern is more commonly seen amongst the general Ayrikiv population.

 

Ayrikiv women usually don patterned corsets and vests, whereas younger girls adorn themselves with thick woolen Ghillie shirts paired with long tartan-patterned skirts. Sashes and shawls bearing the pattern are also frequently seen amongst courtiers and are typically lined with fur to keep warm in the frigid cold of the northern reaches of Valwyck. Wealthier women may don ornate clasps or pins upon their shawls to symbolize their own status.

 

Ayrikiv men, on the other hand, fashion themselves with Ghillie shirts as well, although most notably the men don kilts. Kilts are the most popularized staple of Ayrikiv fashion, and usually, only men wear them - though a woman might don one on a hunting trip with her kin. These kilts are always checked or striped with a specialized tartan pattern unique to the wearer and lined with fur to keep warm as per Haeseni tradition.

 

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CLOSING REMARKS

 

Haense’s vibrant liveliness in recent years has allowed the varying subcultures of her people to flourish and thrive. It is the hope of the Morrivi Prikaz Advisory Council that these cultures may continue to do so, so that the cultural enrichment of our glorious Dual-Kingdom will continue in the years to come. 

 

We hope that these publishings might instill pride in the citizens of the Dual-Kingdom, for the richness of Hanseti-Ruska’s cultures are ever-growing, and such is something that we on the Morrivi Prikaz Council pride ourselves on.

 

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IV JOVEO MAAN

 

Her Excellency, Viorica Irena Kortrevich, Grand Lady of Hanseti-Ruska

 

Her Highness, Sofia Camila de Pelear, Princess of Hyspia, Court Custodian of Hanseti-Ruska

 

Her Ladyship, Laetitia d’Abbassia, Former Mistress of the Robes

 

Firress Olessya Amador, Head Assistant to the Mistress of the Robes

 

Her Ladyship, Elia Eryka Colborn-Stafyr, Curator of Crown Jewels

Her Ladyship, Anabel Elia Colborn, Keeper of the Book of House Colborn

 

 

Edited May 24, 2023 by The Morrivi Court

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The late Mistress of the Robes smiled down from the seven skies. 

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Princess Sofia de Pelear is pleased to see the cumulated work published in this missive! She's relished in how the Hanso-Hyspian fashion has grown throughout the years and how it continues to do so!