GARB

FABRICS:

You may use Linen, Wool, Cotton, or Leather. Please use solid color fabrics unless you specifically clear the design with a GM. Some woven patterns are good for Upper Household garb, but must be approved.

Do not use velvet, satin, brocade, prints, or embroidered material.
Do not use synthetics, they look bad and they will make you very hot and miserable.

COLORS:

Any natural shade of blue, yellow, green, brown, orange or grey is acceptable, along with most shades of pink, rust or wine. (NO fluorescents, please.) Check with a GM before using any shade of red, purple, or black.

ACCESSORIES:
Each member should have the following:

Belt- leather, solid color
Pouch- leather or fabric (for your wallet, etc.)
Handkerchief- not required but I really recommend one.
Cup- a tankard is a good choice; choose one without a glass bottom, if you can find a wood or leather one it's more authentic

MEN:

STATION:

Before designing your garb, you need to decide what type of role you wish to play within the household. Guards, Chefs, and a Nobleman’s Attendant (to name a few) would be members of the Upper Household and would wear nicer clothing than a Lower Servant such as a Dishwasher. (All guild members are welcome to make both Upper Household and Lower Servant garb so that they may switch roles as they wish or at need.)

UPPER HOUSEHOLD:

Shirt- Of white or ivory cotton or linen, it should tie or lace closed and have a simple standing collar.
Hosen- Of cotton, linen, wool, or leather, they should be full length and closely fitted. Heavy dancer’s tights or cotton leggings work nicely. If you choose to make them, make sure the fabric has some give to it. (stretches a bit)
Long Jerkin- Of cotton, linen, wool, or leather, this is a semi-fitted (not too tight) sleeveless doublet which ends about mid-thigh. It may button, lace, or hook closed, but please keep metal to a minimum.
Hat- A black or dark colored flat cap. No ostrich or peacock feather decorations, but other feathers work nicely.
Shoes- Leather boots or loafers can be close to ideal, as are cowboy boots if you remove the leg portion.

LOWER SERVANT:

Shirt- Of white or ivory cotton or linen, it should tie or lace closed and have a simple standing collar.
Breeches- Of cotton, linen, or wool, they should be no longer than the bottom of the knee and gathered at knee and waist and have a triangular fly flap.
Jerkin- Of cotton, linen, wool, or leather, this is a loosely fitted, sleeveless doublet. It may button, lace, or hook closed, but please keep metal to a minimum.
Hat- A white or ivory muffin cap
Shoes- Leather boots or loafers can be close to ideal and certain types of sandals are also OK
Hose- Knee high knit cotton socks

WOMEN:

STATION:

Before designing your garb, you need to decide what type of role you wish to play within the household. Lady’s Maids and other members of the Upper Household and would wear nicer clothing than a Lower Servant such as a Scullery Maid. (All guild members are welcome to make both Upper Household and Lower Servant garb so that they may switch roles as they wish or at need.)

UPPER HOUSEHOLD:

Chemise- Of white or ivory cotton or linen, it should be high necked and MUST have long sleeves. Upper household chemises may have a very small amount of lace or embroidery (with GM approval).
Bodice- Of linen, wool, cotton, or leather, it should be custom fitted and lace up the back. Either round or square necked is fine, but it should not cut under the breasts.
Skirts- Of cotton or linen, you should have 2 full length skirts. The upper layer should have a split front as with a noble gown. The Overskirt and Bodice should be of similar colors and the underskirt of a contrasting color.
Shoes- Leather loafers can be good, certain types of sandals are also OK
Hose- Knee high knit cotton socks. (Yes, they do show)
Hat- A white cap of some sort: head-rail, kerch, coif, caul, or muffin cap. Upper Household may also wear a flat cap or other hat with a white caul under it. (Make sure the hat is of materials appropriate to your station.)

LOWER SERVANT:

Chemise- Of white or ivory cotton or linen, it should be low necked and MUST have long sleeves. Lower Servant chemises should not have any lace or embroidery on them.
Bodice- Of linen, wool, cotton, or leather, it should lace up the front. I recommend a custom fitted bodice, but a simple leather bodice can be a good investment. (Talk to a GM before purchasing) Either round or square necked is fine, but unless you are a nursing mother it shouldn’t cut under the breasts.
Skirts- Of cotton or linen, you should have two full length skirts. The upper layer should have a split front as with a noble gown and both should be of contrasting colors.
Shoes- Leather loafers can be good, some types of sandals are also OK
Hose- Knee high knit cotton socks (Yes, they do show)
Hat- a white cap of some sort, head-rail, kerch, coif, caul, or muffin cap