This simple early medieval dress can be worn on its own, or used as an underdress (also known as a smock, chemise or shift) which makes it a versatile addition to your wardrobe.
The Mythrojan "Helga" dress is made from 100% Scandinavian Baltic Linen. Grown along the shores of the Baltic Sea in far north Scandinavia, this Baltic linen is an exceptionally breathable, 100% natural fabric that will Keep you cool during hot Australian Summers. It's the perfect choice for those warm summer re-enactment events.
In the Viking Age, Scandinavians extensively used linen for their serks (underdresses) and tunics, mainly in natural (ecru) or bleached (white) shades. However, excavations at the Birka site have revealed linen in vibrant hues, including red found in graves 762 & 757, and blue in grave 60A.
Historically, woman of every class across medieval and renaissance Europe would have worn an undergarment under their dress. Linen was a popular choice, and was slowly replaced with cotton when cotton became more readily available in Europe after the Renaissance. Linen was comfortable to wear on the skin, easy to wash and protected the outer-garments from the body’s sweat and oils.
Drawing from history, this dress is made with a classic rectangle and triangle construction. It is ankle length, long sleeved and has a simple rounded neckline, making it appropriate for most medieval periods from the dark ages through the middle ages to the early renaissance.
It’s shape and style makes it a very versatile part of your wardrobe and is suitable for a variety of uses such as reenactment, LARP, SCA, historical or fantasy costumes.
The body of the dress consists of rectangular panels, with side gores to give some fullness to the skirt. It has a rounded neckline and set-in sleeves. The hem and cuffs are finished with a double fold hem and the neckline is finished with a self-fabric facing, which has been top stitched to stay put. The inside seams are overlocked and topstiched around the armholes. All stitching has been done on the machine.
It is made of blue colour 100 % linen.
Care instructions: Machine wash at 40C. Warm iron. Do not bleach or tumble dry.
Product includes one dress as described. Other items and accessories not included.
Designed in USA. Crafted in Nepal. A Mythrojan product.
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