Local fancy dress firms would carry suitable costumes and these could also be hired out to your guests. The choice of medieval styles varies according to the class of the person - the wealthy wore elaborate, richly embroidered clothing, while the peasants' clothes were simple. Over such a long period, fashions changed frequently - although there is a generally accepted 'medieval' style. The ladies dress is slim fitting, flaring out to fullness at the hem. A girdle is placed above the hips and tied at the front.
Sleeves are tight to the wrists with a shorter open sleeve falling to a point almost at hem level.
The men's costumes are tunics of varying lengths and tights. The richer clothes were decorated with bands of elaborate embroidery, cross-lacing and gold belts and jewellery. Gold and rich jewel colours were used. The bouquet should be of flowers natural to the region and loosely arranged. They should be tied with knotted ribbons, as knots were seen as a sign of good luck and constancy.