The History Shop Medieval and Renaissance Clothing Blog!

Happy Halloween!

2010-09-30T09:39:00.001-07:00

Hello History Buffs! Justin here from the historyshop. Though all months are great months for reveling in the past, October is probably the most acceptable month to run around dressed as Socrates, Ben Franklin, General Sherman, The Apostle Paul, Paul Revere, Madonna, Vanilla Ice, MC Hammer, ok ok, getting off track....ANYWAY, we've got the goodies to make your costume the most authentic looking replica on the streets of your town!

We just got in these really cool Civil War cotton infantry shirts, if you're looking to exact some Southern revenge. Please give us a call, inventory is rather volitile this month, and we want to make sure that nothing gets delayed in your order! We're open 9am - 4pm M-F Pacific Time at 503.922.1119

New Period Medieval and Renaissance Fashions for Men and Women In For Summer

2009-05-29T14:54:00.000-07:00

Greetings fellow historians! Thanks for checking out this weeks History Shop Blog! We've got some new treats in for anyone with a historical fashion taste. Check out our new split tone renaissance pants ( pictured here ) and the sexy, new Gypsy Gown We've been getting a ton of new goodies in so keep checking our New Products for the latest in the oldest!

New Renaissance Bodices and Medieval Corsets In Stock

2009-05-22T12:25:00.000-07:00

Good day lads and lasses! Thanks for checking into the History Shop , your one stop shop for expired fashion & costume wear! We've got some excellent new goodies in the shop this week, be sure to check out our section of Bodices and Corsets We've added about half a dozen cool new designs. If bodices aren't your thing, We've added some dangerous looking Swords to our arsenal! Thanks for checking in and keep looking back for the latest in antique fashion!

New Renaissance Cloaks are In Stock

2009-05-18T15:13:00.000-07:00

After searching far and wide, we've found a new vendor for high quality replica renaissance and medieval clothing! Check out our new Cloaks in both our Renaissance , and Medieval Section. We have more to come, including a whole new line of skirts and bodices! Available this week at your one stop replica clothing and accessory shop online, The History Shop

New Historical Flags Are In

2009-05-01T14:56:00.000-07:00

With all this piracy in the news lately, we figured we'd pay homage to the REAL pirates! We've got an ever expanding section for Historical Flags currently being outfitted with the banners of famous pirates. Check them out!

New Sword Belts and Carriers for Renaissance & Medieval Costumes

2009-04-29T15:20:00.000-07:00

Lets face the facts, you can't just carry your sword around all day. It makes normal things, like eating a hotdog, picking your nose or scratching your back extremely difficult, and eventually disastrous! Lucky for the swordsmen of the world, we've got a host of cool sword belts and period belts for the history aficionado. Check them out and the hot to sell Specials today!

Renaissance Womens Clothing and Medieval Ball Gowns In Stock Now

2009-04-22T16:19:00.001-07:00

We've been getting some exciting new (by new, I mean from the 15th century) styles here in the HistoryShop! Check out the new additions to the Medieval and Renaissance costumes and accessories for beautiful, period gowns like the all new Maid Marian Gown and the Port Royale Ensamble pictured above. The summer season is coming in fast, so be sure to set yourself apart at the faire with one of our unique renaissance or medieval items. Till next time,

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New Medieval Dresses in Stock

2009-04-14T16:06:00.000-07:00

Check out our new additions to our Medieval garb! Our beautiful new Queen Anne Dress and Cap (pictured) are some of the finest in Ren wear we've ever seen!

Renaissance Costumes and Gowns New And In Stock!

2009-04-01T16:01:00.000-07:00

Summer is fast approaching and with all the Faire action on the horizon, we've been stocking up on new ball gowns, dresses and accessories. Be sure to head over to the History Shop Your one stop shopping experience for all things renaissance, medieval, and historically accurate!

Historical Replica Musketeer Costume Accessories Are In

2009-03-31T16:37:00.000-07:00

Ah, Dumas would be proud of the new collection of Musketeer costume accessories here in the History Shop. The authentic Tabard Shirt and Belt are sure to complete your costume!

Thanks for checking in and keep checking back for updates from the History Shop!

Period Medieval Shirts and Historical Flags Now Available

2009-03-30T16:04:00.001-07:00

Wow, this is just about the coolest period shirt we've carried! This men's Rugged Shirt is a true renaissance / medieval outfit complete-er and is sure to set you apart from the rest of the crowd. We've also added a section for Historical Flags which will be ever so expanding! Thanks for checking in!

Hat Attack!

2009-03-16T15:03:00.000-07:00

Greetings fellow history mongers! Justin here at the history shop. We've got some great new products here in the store over the past couple days. This fine looking fellow to my right is sporting the Leather Cavalier Hat Much like the ones worn by King Charles the First during the English Civil war, these hats became part of the royalist fighters attire during the 1640's. Pretty cool stuff! This hat is extremely well crafted from top grain leather and priced below $ 90.00!

We've also added new and exciting goodies in our Renaissance and Medieval sections that are sure to tickle your history bones.

Thanks for checking in!

- The History Shop

All New Renaissance Leather Brigandine Vests are In!

2009-03-09T17:07:00.000-07:00

Salutations lovers of all things ancient! Justin here from the history shop. We've been sifting through centuries of costumes, weaponry and armor in order to provide our loyal customers with the widest variety of historically accurate and downright fun merchandise. Here's one of my new favorites, the Leather Brigandine

Even with the gambeson and a mail shirt, a fighter was not as well protected as a warrior with plate armor. However, plate armor could be expensive. The brigandine filled this gap very well. This suede leather garment has small steel plates riveted between the outer shell and the lining. This kind of construction made it easy enough for a soldier to make and repair his own armor without needing the high skill of an armorer. Weighing only 6 lbs., it is very flexible and does not restrict movement. Commonly worn over a gambeson and mail shirt, it was not long before this form of protection was in wide use with fighters from knight to archer. Our vision has three buckles on each side for versatility in fit.

Hear Ye, Hear Ye! The History Shop is Open!

2009-02-23T16:10:00.000-08:00

Good day friends! We're proud to announce the grand opening of the worlds one stop, online shop for all things ancient, old, historical, and fantastical, the " History Shop! Specializing in costumes, period arms and armor and accessories, the history shop will surely outfit you for your next Renaissance Faire or Medieval Gala in stunning and historically appropriate style.

We're ever expanding, so don't get down in the historical dumps, we've got a warehouse of thousands of new and exciting replica products ready for your endeavors. Keep checking in and cheers!