Baroque Military Officer Uniform Justaucorps with Tricorn Hat

Premium Baroque Military Officer Uniform Justaucorps with Tricorn Hat

The Golden Age of European Chivalry

This military uniform faithfully represents European martial fashion from the Late Baroque and Early Rococo periods (roughly between 1690 and 1740). As a historian, I must gently correct a minor slip in the original draft—this is absolutely not a medieval costume, but a pure-blooded Baroque masterpiece. During this era, European armies began to don unified, standardized uniforms for the first time, though officers retained highly decorated and luxurious garments to demonstrate their noble status.

The core of the ensemble is the justaucorps (a close-fitting coat with flared skirts), which served as an absolute status symbol throughout Western and Central Europe—from the French Musketeers to the Imperial Austrian ranks. The lavish gold trim and decorative buttons across the chest, pockets, and pleats perfectly mirror the contemporary desire for opulence both on the battlefield and at military parades.

Components of the Set and Historical Layering

A true Baroque officer dressed in several layers, which this set wonderfully replicates and simplifies for the modern wearer:

• Justaucorps (Coat): A long, off-white coat featuring striking blue duffel-fabric facings (cuffs and collar) adorned with rich gold braiding.
• Waistcoat: A blue, waist-length waistcoat that buttons up the front, providing an elegant colour contrast to the outer coat.
• Breeches: Narrow, tight-fitting trousers reaching just below the knee, designed to be worn comfortably with high military boots.
• Gaiters (Spats): Fabric leg covers that historically protected the soldier's legs from mud and dirt while providing a unified military silhouette.
• Tricorn Hat: The indispensable crown of any 18th-century gentleman, trimmed around the brim with gold braid.

Detailed Technical Parameters and Material Composition

Important Note: The white shirt with a lace jabot (cravat), the burgundy waist sash, high black leather boots, and the sidearm shown in the photographs are for illustrative purposes only and are not included in the delivery.

Maintenance and Proper Care Guidelines

Due to the high wool content in the main coat and the delicate gold braiding, this uniform requires specific handling to ensure it lasts for years and retains its pristine look:

• The outer coat must never be washed in a domestic washing machine or tumble-dried. In case of staining, take it to a professional dry cleaner.
• The waistcoat and breeches made of Tesil can be washed gently by hand in lukewarm water up to 30°C (approx. 86°F) using a mild detergent.
• Ironing must be performed exclusively at a low temperature setting (ideally through greaseproof baking paper or a damp cloth) to prevent melting the polyester fibres or damaging the gold braid.
• Keep the tricorn hat dry and brush off any dust using a soft fabric brush.

Safety and Recommended Accessories

When wearing this uniform at historical battles and festivals, keep in mind that the fabrics are not fireproof. Maintain a safe distance from open campfires, blacksmith forges, and the sparks flying from flintlock muskets to avoid creating burn holes. To complete your authentic commander look, we recommend purchasing an elegant officer's smallsword with a leather hanger and a white cotton shirt with a historical lace cravat, both materially and stylistically matching the first half of the 18th century.

This Baroque Military Officer Uniform 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 Baroque Military Officer Uniform will be made exactly to your measure at no additional charge. Please fill in this measurement chart after finishing your order.

Information about cleaning and care.