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Two-Tone High Gothic Knight Costume Horác with Heraldic Application
Are you preparing for a medieval tournament, a castle festival, or a high-stakes LARP and searching for an outfit that perfectly embodies your knightly honour? This luxury High Gothic knight costume will instantly transport you to the second half of the 14th century. The ensemble combines the splendour of a velvet mi-parti surcoat with the practical comfort of a quilted doublet and a protective cowl. Every detail is engineered to provide maximum freedom of movement during long days of wear or light fencing. Wear your heraldic colours with pride and become the centerpiece of any historic gathering. Read on to discover how to layer and care for this exceptional suit to ensure it lasts for years to come. Further product information ...
Two-Tone High Gothic Knight Costume Horác with Heraldic Application
The Golden Era of High Gothic Fashion
This noble men's costume is inspired by the fashion of the High Gothic period, specifically between c. 1350 and 1400 AD, corresponding to the reigns of Charles IV and Wenceslaus IV in Central Europe. During this era, the mi-parti style (garments vertically divided into two contrasting colours) was the height of aristocratic fashion. It signified allegiance to a specific noble house or liege lord and served as a powerful status symbol. The bold black heraldic eagle application displayed on the chest of the surcoat clearly demonstrates the martial pride and readiness of a medieval knight.
Correct Layering and Assembly
To achieve an authentic appearance and optimal comfort, the costume should be layered in the traditional manner. First, don the lower skirt as the base layer. Over this, put on the quilted doublet, ensuring the long sleeves are securely attached to the shoulders and elbows using the historical lacing cords. Next, pull the sleeveless two-tone velvet surcoat over the doublet. The entire ensemble is then cinched at the waist with a heavy leather belt. Finally, place the matching two-tone cowl over your shoulders to complete the look and protect against weather elements.
Detailed Technical Parameters
| Costume Component | Material Composition and Benefits |
|---|---|
| Surcoat and Cowl | Genuine velvet (100% cotton) – provides deep colour tones and a luxurious texture |
| Quilted Doublet and Skirt | Linen blend (70% linen, 30% cotton) – highly breathable, strong, and historically accurate |
| Historical Period | High Gothic (second half of the 14th century) |
| Regional Origin | Central and Western Europe |
| Package Includes | Quilted doublet, surcoat, lower skirt, cowl |
Important Note: The leather belt, belt pouch, woollen hoses (trousers), and Gothic poulaines (pointed shoes) shown in the product photographs are for display purposes only and are not included in the delivery.
Care Guidelines for Natural Fabrics
This costume is crafted from a premium blend of natural fibres and requires specialized maintenance to preserve its shape and vibrant colours over time:
- The velvet surcoat and cowl must never be machine washed. We recommend professional dry cleaning only. For minor dust or lint removal, use a soft fabric brush following the nap of the velvet.
- The linen-blend quilted doublet and lower skirt can be washed gently by hand in lukewarm water up to 30°C (approx. 86°F) using a mild detergent for natural fabrics. Do not tumble dry.
- Iron the linen doublet on a medium setting. Iron the velvet components exclusively from the reverse side on a low setting, using a damp cloth to prevent crushing or scorching the fine cotton pile.
Safety and Usage Restrictions
This outfit is designed for festivals, LARP, and historical reenactments. Although the quilted doublet takes inspiration from sub-armour textile protection (aketon), it does not provide sufficient protection for full-contact medieval combat (such as HMB/buhurt). For heavy steel fighting, a specialized thicker gambeson should be worn underneath your armour. The fabrics have not been treated with fire-retardant chemicals; therefore, never stand close to open campfires or sparks from flintlock firearms, as there is a risk of ignition.
Recommended Accessories for Your Kit
To complement this knightly costume, we recommend purchasing a robust leather belt with a cast bronze buckle, a leather kidney belt pouch, and a long single-handed Gothic sword with a scabbard, all materially and stylistically matching the late 14th century.
This High Gothic Knight Costume Horác can be made in various colors according to these sample cards. Please note the requested color(s) into your order, in the field for your comment. Please specify always (1) the number of the sample card, (2) letter of the color, and (3) description of the colour (Example: 04-F- blue). If you choose a fabric with different composition, the price may change. Possible price change will be consulted with you before processing the order.
This High Gothic Knight Costume Horác will be made exactly to your measure at no additional charge. Please fill in this measurement chart after finishing your order.
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