On bars 17-24 use pas de basque coupe setting step. The following are general guidelines or suggestions. If you have never performed at the RenFest before, you should get your costume approved by the master of wardrobe or a teacher. Headwear Some type of renaissance-appropriate hat is highly recommended to shield you from the sun. Try a straw hat with a wide brim Footwear Many dancers choose to perform barefoot, but this is NOT recommended for safety reasons and is against Festival regulations.
Some options are cloth chinese slippers, leather sandals, or an old pair of ghillies.
Keep in mind that whatever you wear will probably get wet and muddy. A leather, wooden, or ceramic mug or goblet for drinking water is a must. Museum Replicas Good source for reasonably priced footwear, shirts, and doublets. Shetland Piper Good source for reasonably priced shirts. They also sell great kilts and arisaids, as well as sporrans and belts.