Men Period Costumes Patterns

Sewing Pattern - Tunics, c. 650-1310 A.D. Chest sizes 16-54" included. Tunics were perhaps the first style to spread throughout Europe, worn from Ireland to Russia, Scandinavia to Byzantium to Spain. They were worn by almost everyone, peasant to noble, from Roman times through the 1300's. Many of the same variations are seen again and again, although a few appear to be limited to one sex or the other and woman's tunics or undertunics were always long. Class differences were shown by the fabric a... [Read More]

Sewing Pattern - Houpelandes, c. 1390-1460 A.D - Houpelandes were the last fashion which was found throughout Europe, as well as being the last unisex fashion. This comfortable style, flowing from the shoulder to the hem, apparently first developed in Italy around 1380, but by 1400 was found throughout Europe. Belted or loose, houpelandes were usually worn over a cotehardie (PP21 & PP23) ,a second houpelande with tight sleeves, a chemise (PP90) ,or shirt (PP43) and hose (PP43 or PP101). By 1450 ... [Read More]

Sewing Pattern - Period Patterns number 102, More Medieval Military Garments. More Medieval Military Garments. Padded coifs gave protection to the head, and were necessary for comfort under mail coifs and helmets. A simple collar or gorget gave additional protection to the neck. Cuisses were padded thigh pieces, often with plates and metal kneecaps attached. Hose worn while fighting could be padded in places. Hose ranged from baggy to skintight, dull to wildly colorful. The angel-wing tunic coul... [Read More]

Sewing Pattern - Men's Elizabethan Garments, c. 1558-1605. The late Tutor period was a time of transition and uncertainty with 3 rulers in 11 years (not to mention Lady Jane Grey, who only ruled for 9 days), and the country endured violent switches from Protestant to Catholic. During the early part of this period the men's styles changed faster than woman's fashions. Gowns (PP53) declined in popularity, and a new emphasis was placed on the lower trunk. Even with the peascod belly doublet and tru... [Read More]

Sewing Pattern - 1810 - 1830 Men's Regency Tailcoat with Five Collar and Lapel Options. Research based patterns suitable for historic interpretation, with clear instructions for intermediate sewers and detailed options for professionals. Men's Regency Tailcoat with 5 lapel and Collar Options. Sizes 34 to 56 included in the Envelope. I Excellent for Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice, Sense and Sensibility and other Regency era impressions. Beau Brummell wore a Regency period dress coat as daytime... [Read More]

Sewing Pattern - Period Patterns number 43, Men's Italian Renaissance Garments, c. 1420-1500. Men's fashions began to evolve around 1420. The cotehardie (PP23) became the doublet, first cut with a waist seam, then rapidly shortening to waist length. Sleeves were often tied or laced on, and a sleeveless underdoublet was sometimes worn as well. This was worn over a shirt. The houpelande (PP26) became a robe or gown opening down the front, worn open or shut, and often belted. A tabard could be worn... [Read More]

Sewing Pattern - 1860-1900 Mens' Sack Jacket Pattern, With Single, Double Breasted and Norfolk Versions. Mens' 34-58 All sizes included. Great for Downton Abbey, English Countryside, Civil War Era, Victorian Era, Steampunk Alternative History or SASS Jacket. Detailed instructions, period tailoring directions, embellishment suggestions, and historical notes are also included.

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Create four unique historical men's costumes with the Butterick Men's Historical Waistcoat Jacket Sewing Pattern! Perfect for cosplay, theatrical productions, costume parties, and more, this sewing pattern set includes template pieces to create double-breasted jackets in four different styles. These Victorian era waistcoats have two-piece sleeves with gathers, back pleats, and a shaped hemline, and can be sewn for men's sizes 46, 48, 50, and 52. Recommended fabrics include wool, wool blends, and... [Read More]

This practical and informative guidebook is a "must-have" for anyone planning to create accurate period costumes for theatrical productions and historical reenactments. From short tunics worn by Saxon men in the fifth century to a lady's bustle dress of the late 1800s, this profusely illustrated text contains a wealth of authentic patterns. Information on pattern sizes, materials required, and methods of sewing accompany simply drawn diagrams for Elizabethan doublets, capes, and trunks; a man's ... [Read More]