Fashions of Earosgrad: Part I

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FASHIONS OF EAROSGRAD

IN THE YEAR OF OUR LORD 2022

 

THUS UNTO THE WEALD,
 

Heretofore is a collection of fashion trends found among women within the Ravenmirian realm.

 

“LET THEM WEAR PINK”
-Anne, Duchess of Eredmar

 

MUCH HAS CHANGED OVER THE YEARS: not the least of which being the aesthetics tastes of the Ravenmirian people, which this missive seeks to catalogue.

 

 

STAPLES OF RAVENMIRIAN ATTIRE:
 

✠ THE BRAT is a necessity harkened from days in the cold of the North, worn by all. Once made of thick wool and lined with fur, plain in design; these garments are now crafted of the finest silks and linens (for those who can afford them). Oft, they are embroidered. Most popular among these designs is the insignia of the Ravenmirian crest. Another trend is embroidery with thread in metallic hues.
 

✠ WIDE, VOLUMINOUS SKIRTS were once common in the days of yore, and after an extended break have returned to popularity among the nobility of Earosgrad. A notable favorite of Her Grace, the Duchess of Eredmar; these skirts, supported by an Auvergnian garment dubbed the pannier, allow for a mass of storage within the enlarged pockets they provide, doing away with the need for an exposed purse or satchel that may easily be stolen. While traveling through tight places may seem a hindrance at first glance, this supportive garment is collapsible—at least when empty. Additionally, the style of bodices commonly found in these dresses support correct posture, and has even been purported to alleviate back pain! 

 

Pictured: The Duchess and Dowager Duchess of Eredmar donning popular fashions of Earosgrad.

✠ HIGH-HEELED SHOES help soldiers within the cavalry to retain better footing of their saddles’ stirrups. For women, they prevent tripping on the voluminous lengths of their skirts. Additionally, many find the clicking of heeled shoes upon hardwood flooring to sound more appealing than that of flat-heeled shoes.

✠ TRAINS are detachable, though worn more often than not–and pinned up for all activities save for formal, courtly events. This has inspired women to don dresses with embroidered or lace hems, as they are displayed when the trains are pinned.
 

✠ HAIRSTYLES range from simple buns to elaborate updos, braids, plaits and other coiffures. Hair is worn long, allowing for more voluminous hairstyling.

 

Such is the will of the Grand Prince.

 

HIS HIGHNESS, Earoslav I, Grand Prince of Ravenmire, Defender of Dumacracy, Protector of the Smallfolk, Grand Salt Man and Patriarch of the House Rostova

HER GRACE,  Anne, Duchess of Eredmar, Princess of Ravenmire

HER GRACE,  Isabel, Dowager Duchess of Eredmar, Princess of Ravenmire

HER HIGHNESS,  Alicent Elena, Princess of Ravenmire
 

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Miguel prepares to have his ears chewed out from Alysanna's incredulousness at her not being asked to participate in this.

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9 minutes ago, Navigator said:

Miguel prepares to have his ears chewed out from Alysanna's incredulousness at her not being asked to participate in this.

 

The unborn child of Alysanna and Miguel notices the lack of mention of her soon-to-be mother and rolls her yet-to-be-made eyes on her yet-to-be-born face.

 

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