The sleeves were tight fitting at the wrist, without the exaggerated 'pocketing' of earlier and some later times. The female mantle was ground length, often fur lined, with the inside edge shaped to take the curve of neck. A young, unmarried woman could go about with her hair uncovered, though usually plaited, but 'married, respectable' women were not supposed to. Headdress varied but the hair could be coiled in a net or caul, over which was a Barbette, a linen band looped under chin, over the ears and fastened on top of the head. A filleted band of fabric was placed around the crown to hold this in place.
Barbettes seem to have been mostly made from fine white material.
That other mainstay of the Hollywood 'Middles Ages', the towering conical Hennin, with wafting veil, seems to be a 14th Century importation of an oriental fashion. Shoes and gloves were similar to the male patterns, though perhaps a little more elaborately decorated. Readers will notice that weapons have barely been touched upon in this article. Every precaution has been taken in preparing these publications to make projects as safe as possible. Submissions Submissions of articles, photographs, sketches, reviews, upcoming events etc. are most welcome.