Viking Woollen Tunic with Rich Neck Embroidery - Outlet

Viking Woollen Tunic with Rich Neck Embroidery

Key Features and Design

• Material: Made from 100% heavy and durable wool, which provides excellent insulation and warmth.
• Cut: A classic straight-cut tunic reaching approximately mid-thigh. It features side slits for maximum freedom of movement in combat or at work.
• Neckline: Authentic keyhole neckline.
• Embroidery: Detailed and rich machine embroidery adorns the entire border of the neckline.
  • On the black and green versions, the embroidery is a golden-yellow colour.
  • On the red and blue versions, the embroidery is white with a coloured (blue/red) central accent.
• Colours: Available in black, green, red, navy blue, and brown.

Historical Context: A Garment Through the Ages

The tunic was the basic outer garment for men across Europe for many centuries, from the Early Middle Ages right up to the 14th century. It was worn by Vikings, Normans, Saxons, and Franks. Wool was the most common material due to its durability, warmth, and relative availability. Tunics were often worn in layers – a linen undertunic with one or more woollen tunics on top. The richness of the embroidery and the quality of the fabric would reflect the owner's social status and wealth.

For Re-enactment, LARP, and Festivals

This woollen tunic is an excellent and versatile choice for your historical activities:

• Historical Re-enactment: The perfect base for a Viking, Norman, or early medieval warrior's kit.
• LARP: Ideal for characters like warriors, merchants, nobles, or any adventurer in cooler weather.
• Historical Markets and Fairs: A comfortable and stylish garment that will help you blend right into the atmosphere.
• Theatre and Film: A high-quality and visually appealing costume for productions.

A Stitch in Time: The Power of Embroidery

In the Middle Ages, embroidery wasn't just for decoration. The complex patterns, often inspired by mythology, nature, or geometry, also held symbolic meaning. They could signify allegiance to a-particular clan or warband, demonstrate wealth (as hand-embroidery was extremely expensive), or even serve as an apotropaic symbol – a charm meant to protect the wearer from evil and misfortune in battle.

Size Chart

Please measure yourself carefully and compare your measurements to the chart to choose the correct size. The measurements are for the garment itself.

Caring for Your New Tunic

To ensure your woollen tunic lasts as long as possible and retains its quality and appearance, please follow these care instructions:

• Washing: Machine wash in **cold water** only, on a gentle cycle (ideally a wool programme). Use a special wool detergent. Wash with similar colours.
• Drying: We do not recommend using a tumble dryer, as the hot air can shrink the wool. Ideally, dry the tunic flat on a drying rack or hung on a wide hanger, away from direct sunlight.
• Ironing: Iron on a low heat setting ("wool") only, preferably through a damp cloth to avoid damaging the fibres.
• Storage: Store the tunic clean and dry. To protect against moths (which love wool), use natural repellents like cedar wood or lavender sachets.

Complete Your Kit

This tunic is great on its own, but we recommend accessorising it for the perfect look. A simple **leather belt** (as seen in the photos), **medieval trousers** or **leg-wraps (winigas)**, and a pair of authentic **medieval boots** will pair wonderfully with it. You can throw a **woollen cloak** over your shoulders and carry an **axe** or **sword** to complete the impression.