Cotehardie, 'Alexander'- MADE TO ORDER

Primarily inspired by the long, fitted and buttoned garment worn by men in the 'Romance of Alexander' dated 1338-1345. (Bodleian Library, MS. Bodl. 264).  Similar garments appear in ‘Roman de la Rose’ and countless manuscripts all over Europe c.1330-1360.

This is a transitional garment bridging the earlier shapeless tunic and the more fitted garments which developed later. The dropped waistline, slim fit and long, attentuated lines mark this as quintessentially Gothic.  Unlined, with rows of closely spaced round buttons closing the front and sleeves.  Slightly wide jewel neckline.

PRODUCTION NOTE

This garment is Made to Order in your choice of fabrics (wool or linen) and your choice of colours. We can advise on fabric/colour suitability for various reenactment groups. Sizing will be adjusted to your measurements to achieve the look pictured as closely as possible. We will supply a chart explaining the measurement process and fabric/colour options when you place your order.

  • No visible machine stitching.
  • Hand work is available at additional charge, please enquire when you place your order.
  • Available in chest sizes 30" - 52"
  • We are unable to accomodate chest sizes larger than 52"
  • Custom/Made to measure garments are individually made and custom sized using the measurements you provide.
  • A request for information will follow receipt of your order. Please allow up to 14 days for the request to arrive. If you have not received a request for information in 14 days from the time of your order please check your spam filter and/or contact us. 
  • Please measure carefully, made to measure garments can not be returned.
  • Please allow adequate production and shipping time for your made to order garment.

This garment is Made to Order in your choice of fabrics (wool or linen) and your choice of colours. Please estimate your size for pricing purposes. 

Sizing-

  • 2X Small - 36” chest
  • XSmall - 38” chest
  • Small - 40" chest
  • Medium - 42" chest
  • Large - 44" chest
  • X Large - 46" chest
  • 2X Large - 48" chest
  • 3X Large - 50" chest
  • 4X Large - 52" chest

So many garments of the period have been painstakingly depicted in particolour, stripes and/or patterned cloth that it seems to be a hallmark of the period.  Our wool supplier offers many woven patterns, be sure to check them out!

Pouches, shoes and hood are BSD, all other accessories for styling only. For more photos and historical references for this garment, please see the product album on Facebook: 'Alexander' cotehardie

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  • Model: BSD-ACH01
  • Shipping Weight: 3lbs




This product was added to our catalog on Wednesday 27 November, 2013.