Blog: Costumes

When we picture a Viking, this is what probably comes to mind: a tall, burly, unwashed warrior with wild hair... But archaeological finds suggest that the real Vikings were quite far from that stereotype. They were surprisingly clean, well…

Crafting a leather belt is an art – but with a bit of practice and some DIY skills you can make one yourself at home. This step-by-step guide will guide you through the tools you’ll need, and the common mistakes to avoid, so your handmade leather…

For some, fabrics are a symbol of social status. For others, they are a means of keeping warm on a freezing night. Today, fabrics like leather, linen and cashmere feel like essentials – and yet, their journey into our wardrobes was anything but…

A teenager meets a battle-hardened sixty-year-old... Nope, it’s not the setup for a joke – it’s just another day at a LARP event, where people of all ages come together to live out epic stories. For a few hours, or even days, participants become…

The history of precious jewellery is full of twists and turns, violence and the desire for fabulous wealth. Some were even rumoured to be cursed. Journey against the tide of time with us and discover four legendary gems whose dazzling beauty has…

The Mongol invasions in 13th and 14th centuries contributed to the divisions among the Eastern Slavs and had a significant impact on events in Europe. However, the fall of Kiev and other important centres in the eastern region helped another city…

Our previous article gave us an insight into the arrangement of Roman army during the times of Roman Kingdom and the early Roman Republic.…

When the medieval army was summoned, the higher-ranking officials performed the so-called “muster”. This included inspection of the necessary equipment for each warrior. Not only weapons and armour were the subject of scrutiny, but also the…