Getting dressed for Elizabethan court, circa 1590s

[@veronicagould9347]

Margret Atwood recommend this channel at her talk in Vancouver for historical research for writers and I’m so glad she did! Great stuff

[@priorattire]

Wow! So cool to hear it :-) am quite flattered!

[@gadgetgirl02]

I never realized how "tilted" the silhouette was before, with the back so much higher than the front -- must be fun getting the skirt hems even! The entire costume seems to be geared to, "Look at all this fabric I can afford!". But it's also gorgeous 😊

[@thekenneth3486]

The gown is certainly splendid, but your husband's suit is magnificent!

[@LeeWoodin]

I can’t imagine wearing that much fabric….. I’m menopausal….gorgeous but not sustainable 😊 13:22

[@myriamickx7969]

Could you occasionally make some videos about men’s clothing?

[@cynthiatolman326]

Handsome attire on a handsome man.

[@Dirty_Squirrell]

Isn't it? Wow!

[@anakalinarochaurtigadonasc8525]

Meus Deus... quantas sobrebosições feias, mas o final é lindo.

[@lilyanne1962]

Just wanted to say that it is always so cute when your husband steps into frame to help you out!

[@gayanderson2242]

I’m so used to seeing these gowns from the front only in all the portraits. It’s great to see what it looked like from all angles.

[@ЖаннаСизова-щ6п]

Как же это платье стиралось, уже не говоря о том, как это шилось и наконец придумывалось, в эти далёкие времена?

[@cynthiatolman326]

My guess is there were a lot of confused young boys who wondered what shape women really were. Beautiful fabric, snd amazingly sewn. 🌹👏

[@LeesaDeAndrea]

When I see new clothes for sale in the shops that are already torn, ragged & stained, I know we have no right to judge the extremes of fashion of our ancestors.

[@kvfoley]

Lol, you are so right.

[@breeinatree4811]

The clothes made today are ment to be disposable, unlike clothes in the past. Even when I was a kid, in the 60s, clothes were made very well.

[@dawne6419]

I always thought a drum farthingale had a cage, not just a bum roll and "platter." Definitely easier to manage than what I pictured! The sleeve support was also a revelation, but it all makes sense. Anyway, the era seems to suit you both, style-wise!

[@ime7918]

You don't have to bear the weight of your own arms. That was hilarious. Magnificent costume. Well done bravo!

[@skirtedgalleons]

What an outfit! Thanks for this. I was expecting your husband to come into frame to help you with your skirt wearing jeans and a t-shirt, and instead he's full-on in costume. Love it!

[@howtubeable]

Farthingale sleeves! I've learned something new today. No wonder Tudor women looked like bastions of strength.

[@helenel4126]

Lucas slays the 1590s in his suit! Your garment is amazing too. The sleeves look as if you could take flight. I liked the portrait of the woman at 12:40, with her little dog on the farthingale. Perhaps you could persuade your cats to take on that role?

[@stephaniecowans3646]

Agreed. . . Lucas is quite handsome in his court suit and together, you make an awesome looking couple!!!

[@kimbenson2920]

Great to see hubby in his magnificent blue suit. Fantastic to see the male counterpart to such a glittering gown. Although watching you getting into it makes me appreciate our more relaxed dress codes. Truly sumptuous material. Another triumph. Cheero. 🤓👍

[@CoMorbiditty]

Outstanding!!! Thank you for bringing the past alive. I always wondered what it would look like in real life and if the images captured by the artists where true depictions. I LOVED the male attire. Just brilliant!!!

[@guy_arsonist]

When I look at portraits or other paintings, I'm often like "how the hell did that clothing work" and then I look at reenactment or other similar content. And it's amazing how the clothing did look in real life exactly like the art

[@akechijubeimitsuhide]

I always wondered how these kind of skirts worked in Las meninas :D I think the support circle got even bigger by that time.

[@adorabell4253]

@@akechijubeimitsuhide The Spanish court wore something different. You can see how in the painting the front is flat. They had some crazy fashions in the Spanish court.

[@solpluvia]

Never fancied this period of fashion but to be honest you look really royal and fancy in that! You both make a great look!

[@randigerber1926]

As soon as you started to dress, I thought, "Well, I hope she won't have to go to the loo anytime soon!" Another reason to be grateful for indoor plumbing and bathroom tissue! Thanks for this great demo! I did not realize that sleeves had such sophisticated fillers! I appreciate what you said about changing the sleeves for different looks. People did get sewn into their clothes. It's very informative to see how a lady would have dressed in that period. I have devoured many historic novels in my time, so I appreciate your work and this video. Fashion is fun! Lately I have purchased some hand-block printed cotton dresses made in India, with yards of fabric creating puffy sleeves and a very full "round gown" look (from Etsy). I'm glad that I don't need to wear all the other layers and supports underneath, as Tudor ladies would have!

[@priorattire]

You can go to the loo in seconds- no knickers…

[@lindabullock742]

Glorious…and Hubby looks fabulous too 😊…🥰🇦🇺

[@anna_in_aotearoa3166]

So glad we get to see a vid on his outfit as well! 🥰 These Prior Attire episodes are SO helpful in understanding how the quintessential look of an era was constructed... When looking at portraits etc we often just see outer layers, which are pretty remarkable in themselves but hard to understand how things like the enormous ruffs or sleeves were engineered without seeing underlayers donned first? The thing I find remarkable is how light & flexible things like the French farthingale actually were! I guess you can see how (despite added weight of skirts & bling) a woman might've been able to dance the era's pretty athletic dance steps in that get-up? Would still take impressive degree of coordination to manage circumference of dress & sleeves, though, I imagine!

[@ItsJustLisa]

Your gown and Lucas’ attire are beautiful, as usual. Excellent work! When you were showing (and playing with) the sleeve farthingale, my first thought was Robbie the Robot! 🤣 It’s also cool to see how those huge sleeves were shaped. I always assumed they were padded. *Really* padded! I was also surprised that the drum farthingale and bum roll went *under* the point of the stays. I learn something new with each of your videos.

[@jellyfish3895]

you both look absolutely magnificent! if only most clothes of today be of high craftsmanship as those

[@frankpaiz5657]

What a lovely gown. Your husband is quite handsome and very dapper in his costume as well.

[@christineb8148]

What a spectacular ensemble! It brings to mind a very fancy ruffle grouse.

[@cadoo5591]

I loved when you came closer to the camera while putting yourself together, the few times you did I could better see the beautiful details of your creation. Such fun to watch!

[@monicacollins8289]

I applaud your sewing skills. Thank you for this presentation. I have always wondered how the shape was accomplished, and now "farthingale" is in my vocabulary. You are a striking couple.

[@Branwhin]

I've always adored the huge dagged sleeves, regardless of when they show up. That is a lovely gown! Though yes, the drum farthingale looks a little silly. I do prefer the more bell-shaped ones. Fashion is odd.

[@yuantheblue]

Now that is an outfit that screams "I have money enough to dress well for court and show off"! Beautiful cloth for the dress too.

[@fayef4198]

You look amazing! I’m just beginning my historical sewing journey and I am in awe at what you have accomplished!!!

[@floridaflamingogirl3119]

I'm in love with the jagged/scalloped cape that flows off the sleeves, with the red lining underneath. Almost dragon-like.

[@spikehere5866]

I thought that hubby's "Bless you" was a very sweet moment.

[@kaylaantonio6460]

What a silhouette! It’s so interesting to see how far they took their fashion! And very interesting to see the mechanics of all of the support garments underneath! A farthinggale? So cool to learn about this. You guys are so cute!

[@annarundquist9439]

I absolutely love your videos. I have always been fascinated by past clothing of all areas and love how you show the distinctive style changes though some of them might be slight. The absolutely best is the fact that your adorable husband participates as well and looks quite dashing in his finery as you do. Keep up the fabulous work and know that this American woman loves your work tremendously!

[@americaneclectic]

From my younger years, I wanted to understand the evolution of clothing. Your videos satisfy this longing!

[@mnels5214]

So grand! And Lucas' doublet is amazing, also.

[@heatherinparis]

My goodness that is A LOT of dress! And you look WONDERFUL in it!

[@sinndymorr6358]

These gowns were a wonderful and expensive way, for ladies to express themselves. Beautiful!

[@sheilatagg2699]

The sound of the fabric moving is so sumptuous.

[@maryjeffries9251]

Watching you move in this dress, it appears so much more mobile that I would ever have guessed. Even those sleeves are so mobile. Your torse appears more stiff from the stays than if you were in modern clothing but now I realize how much it was the painting style that made the women seem so stiff. Thank you for all your offerings! I enjoy how you talk as you go becuase it humanizes the dressing process in a refreshing way.

[@karin4012]

Your husband's outfit Looks great as well 😊

[@sekhmetsaes]

oh, that fabric is STUNNING. Well done you! this ensemble is beautiful! (and the handsome Mister's kit is gorgeous as well)

[@tsunamis82]

I loved the rustle of these garments

[@Δ-Δ-Δ-Δ]

Looks very dramatic, very powerful.

[@floridaflamingogirl3119]

So much thick fabric, but also so fitted to the shape of the body and so elegantly arranged.

[@songindarkness]

Anyone who makes this is not lazy! The work you put into every detail is phenomenal. Thanks for showing us all the details and the history behind this outfit. I had no idea about the farthingales especially the sleeves before. Fascinating!

[@lok4058]

The whole look is amazing and that fabric is beautiful. You make a fine Elizabethan couple. Perhaps add a fan or a scented Pom Pom as an accessory.

[@floridaflamingogirl3119]

I love that when you put on a skirt layer, it fastens perfectly around your waist so as to sit against the front of the corset flushly and smoothly. So satisfying how it all lines up.

[@thenomadsland]

Wonderful! My girls are studying the Elizabethan era for our homeschool. Excited to show this to them tomorrow!

[@marksiezure3285]

That was great...the gents clothes were equally elegant, plus, he's a good sport.

[@mariejenkins8971]

Your husband looks very dashing in his Elizabethan outfit.

[@michellecornum5856]

It's crazy the shapes we have made popular in the past : looking like you're in the middle of a table, looking like you're laying on a bed, looking like you're mid jump, looking like you're hiding a table, looking like you're wearing a hangar. Humans are strange. And yet, if you look at it too long, it becomes normal and beautiful. Such odd creatures.

[@be.A.b]

We go from simple, peak into caricature, then back down into ultra simple lol

[@roxannepearls901]

😂😂😂

[@黃雅莉-n4o]

Agree

[@astrialindah2773]

Ah yes very good comment I feel the same way...😂😂😂😂😂 So weird to me that human beings perpetuated this nonsense😂😂 and still do.

[@6567733]

Once getting dressed was pure art. Creating unique shspes is the meaning of fashion infustry.

[@furlizard]

I love this look. It looks like an opulent bird costume. I would wear it!

[@MimiMatasar]

Lots of material ,lots of work,your a rockstar!

[@rhonda8231]

Such a beautiful dress! It really is spectacular!!! You are only missing a tiny dog to sit on your hip thingy LOL

[@petapendlebury9024]

I have one of these on my dream projects list mainly because I want to do blackwork so its going to take a while! Also I discovered that the Countess of Pembroke - who inspired the project - was born exactly 5 centuries before me! Definitely a goosebump moment. Looking forward to seeing Lucas' video - he looks very dashing in the sneak preview. Oh I hope there's a cloak! I can only imagine him spreading it before your feet over one of those puddles!! 😂

[@juliewillard1367]

Fascinating but glad I live in these times, however I would probably have been in rags back then!

[@anna_in_aotearoa3166]

Talk about social distancing! Elizabethan noblewomen's fashions were definitely about claiming 360° of space 😂 Really interesting to see how this farthingale angles up towards the back - had always assumed that was just an odd perspective thing in the portraits, didn't realise that was actually how it sat! Given that, the bumroll seems extraneous to skirt-shaping - am I right in thinking it's more about taking the skirt weight & so ensuring back of farthingale stays high & doesn't droop? 🤔

[@priorattire]

The roll supports the shape of the farthingale - especially if heavier skirts are worn

[@djahant]

You absolutely rocked that attire! That fabric is amazing!

[@hazeluzzell]

You did a wonderful job of getting all that on with very little (but very charming)help.

[@breeinatree4811]

I made a dress just like that. I was so excited to wear it to a ren faire. Until i realized, the night before, that i would never be able to get into a port-a-potty. I spent the whole night redoing the hems on the petticoat and dress.

[@ladyfarmer55]

Thank god I live now,.it would take til linch time to get dressed

[@breeinatree4811]

@@ladyfarmer55 the common people had clothes that were easier to get in and out of. It was only the rich who wore clothes like that, and they had maids that dressed them.

[@autumnmoon5014]

Wow! Such a luxurious and magnificent outfit! I love it! I love seeing the pieces up close and how they work ect. Thank you for sharing❤

[@Cabbage-dk6nu]

And of course, any lady wearing anything like this would have had at LEAST one maid helping her to dress, if not a couple to keep things organized and efficient, so getting dressed in 15 or 20 minutes (mostly) by yourself is a pretty nice achievement on its own

[@christinecortese9973]

You’re a remarkable seamstress! What a beautiful outfit. Sadly I’d have a freaking panic attack wearing all that!!!

[@Dirty_Squirrell]

Well, you certainly won't be cold. Your husband looks quite dashing in that outfit!

[@nomiedezdez9256]

Interestingly, she would be if it were cool out. The entire ensemble is basically made of satin which is not warming in the slightest. Had she been in wool, with only linen under layers and lots more petticoats, then yes she’d be quite warm!

[@bellaschnella1602]

Wow, this is so extravagant! The contrasting sleeve insides are amazing!

[@lozinozz7567]

I can understand the lack of undergarments better now. I have no idea how they would have been able to access any 😅 lovely materials ❤ great explanation. I admire queen Elizabeth more as she needed to get in that everyday 😂😂

[@priorattire]

There is plenty of undergarments here!

[@varshasindhu5672]

I guess hundred years from now people will be amazed at how women could spend half an hour each day putting on makeup and then walk around all day in pointy heels. They will wonder “ how did women climb stairs?” or “how did they wipe the sweat of their face?” and “did women really spend an hour in the salon just to go to a friends party?”

[@ThildasBeinhaus]

17:18 Her saying "I'm not really a bling person" while wearing this breathtaking garment is the energy I'm trying to give :D

[@silvananivis9867]

I believe Izabela is usually more the sporty and comfy dresser in daily life 😊

[@myriamickx7969]

I am a bling person and would love to wear these period dresses with assorted costume jewelry of the time.

[@beth12svist]

That's the energy of someone who got into historical costuming for the intellectual challenge of garment construction and I'm here for it because that's basically me, just nowhere near as accomplished. 😊

[@centurycountess4949]

this really helped in my curiosity on the flounce of these dresses.I always have to see the item in order to understand the description and finally seeing the more detail of this skirt has helped get a clearer idea of how to make one when i finally get back to work on my green peacock fantasy Elizabethan gown which has unfortunately vanished in a closet of on hold projects lol.

[@randomvintagefilm273]

I would love to see you walk around in town wearing this just to see the reactions! ❤

[@jonesnori]

They did costumed walks in their then neighborhood nearer the beginning of the pandemic. It entertained their neighbors, and got a lot of coverage.

[@Nikki-tx6kh]

People- 'Look how thin they were. They where tighlaced to f***. I bet they couldn't breathe.' 16th Century dresses- Have full foot long platters underneath to make the hips wide and the waist small in comparison.' *And I saw the Bernardette video too, No need to send me there. I know a few of us go to both places regularly.*

[@naboolio8442]

I love how you describe and demonstrate all of the personal styling choices people could (and would) make to their clothing. You breathe life into the clothes past “costume” and transport me to the era - I’m deciding how I want to wear this dress as I am watching 😂

[@denisecarhartt4840]

Thank you for sharing your interest & talents in creating vintage royal attire. Bravo mademoiselle!

[@debcarroll8192]

I have always loved the silhouette of this time period! You look absolutely beautiful, and Lucas looks very nice, too.

[@rusteshackleferd8115]

I love seeing how people used to dress. Your videos are always awesome!

[@Marianneduetje]

Your husband looks splendid!

[@oonaghmarguerite6752]

I was made aware or your videos by Dr Kat's channel. This is wonderful. You have incredible skills. Thankyou for sharing .

[@christinebiada1292]

Both your dress and the gentleman’s outfit are beautiful. I love historical clothing and how styles changed over the years.

[@gabriellealtman]

Fun fact about the farthingales in this era: Yes, they were very wide and somewhat cumbersome, but farthingales served the purpose of 1) making a little bubble of space around each woman, making her physically take up more space (2 keeping unwanted hands from wandering too close.

[@blingaway]

I made a Disney Belle for one of my offspring, with an absurdly large cage crinoline and it’s a favorite costume for conventions for this exact reason. It’s lovely and admirable but also keeps the creepers off. 😅

[@ekaterinasergeyeva453]

Incredibly beautiful, such amazing detail! Thank you for making and showing this costume. Such a treat!

[@Ann-snowshoeingonEnceladus]

I very much enjoy these videos!! I really do love the rustling sound of the fabrics of these big dresses. It adds a nice audio dimension to imagining how it would have been for people who dressed in these clothes.

[@rebeccarothfuss-ym3gs]

Wow. What a lot of work to get dressed. And the work involved in making the outfit. How much it must weigh! I can't help but feel sorry for the ladies of court who were aging and suffering with hot flashes.😢.😢😢

[@priorattire]

It is very light. Also- natural, breathable fabrics will keep you much cooler than modern synthetics…

[@tracymcgregor459]

You both look absolutely stunning. I love the fashions of this particular era, so it was really interesting to see how they were all assembled. Fantastic video, thank you.❤

[@elizabethtailor111]

Redefining what it means to be "trussed up"! To actually see it on a living person instead of an old stylized portrait though, you can see it's kind of gorgeous!

[@entertaininghistory2524]

I made one of those in green silk before. Now you got me wanting to make another one!

[@mimimoneymachine]

is it an unhinged design? absolutely, is it practical? maybe not… do you get a table and arm rest wherever you go? YESSS

[@yurironoue5888]

I love Elizabethan fashion ! This video was a treat to watch !

[@mzjamm2]

Your dress is gorgeous.

[@anitaroberts8729]

That is certainly a magnificent outfit! The fabric is so sumptuous and the big sleeves look like wings! 💜

[@priyangshubora7631]

I love Elizabethan era..... thank you so much

[@floridaflamingogirl3119]

I'm fascinated by how the corset, bustle, and farthingale fit together to make a neat, fitted core for the outfit's shape. As outlandish as it looks, it's very intentional too.

[@tracycraft2971]

Oh my gosh you look so gorgeous!! Just stunning!

[@vickicook7258]

Absolutely amazing. Now I understand why the portraits look as they are.

[@simonolya]

Всегда хотела увидеть как одевают эти воротники. Спасибо, что показали!

[@annavafeiadou4420]

Ridiculously rich people have ridiculous clothes in all times and eras , poor people of all times and eras have more reasonable clothes no matter what is in fashion , tudor people of lower ranks were dressed reasonably for the ideas and values and every day needs of their time, the ones in upper ranks were dressed to impress, isn't this happening today also ? See any gala or red carpet event in the world and you will see the most impractical clothes and then watch the people at the streets going to their everyday buisness a totally different world.

[@danielmathai4780]

I disagree - these artcles of clothing provided both functionality and also se4ved as a reminder if your status in society. Tudor England was a society based on hierarchy and status. The more expensive clothes material like silk, damask, and satin were reserved for the uber rich of Tudor England.... the more expensive your dress material was, the higher you were at the pecking order of society. Also, the royalty of those times were expected to showcase their wealth and power through the manner they behaved, ate, wore, etc. They were ambassadors of the country they ruled, and by dressing in expensive clothing and having expensive furnishings and food, they displayed the munifice to all the visiting dignitaries, diplomats and the Royal Court. Also, remember that Tudor England was much colder and wetter place than the United Kingdom of today... These dresses played a functional role in providing warmth and insulation through their multiple layers...

[@annavafeiadou4420]

@@danielmathai4780 well yes that's what means dress to impress for a royal or government official in all times = show their status in a way thats acceptable in their society , hollywood stars impress in galas with a different style than p.e. european royals in same occations today , the first with tight provocative haute couture the latter with more conservative couture and ridiculous hats but still both have nothing to do with what we simple mortals wear . Peasants wore multiple layers too for warmth yes but neither me or the video said the layers were ridiculous what is ridiculous and only for status is the farthingale and the tons of lace on neck and sleeves = status= dress to impress = not like me or my peasant anchestors

[@debbylou5729]

Poor snobbery is just as bad as any other. If you don’t think that those you deem ‘poor’ are more noble or didn’t dress to the best of their ability, you are sadly mistaken

[@annavafeiadou4420]

@@debbylou5729 seriously can you read ? did you even read what 'I wrote ? second best of their ability and had to follow sumptuary laws which forbade any not royal to wear purple and gold thread, any not noble to wear crimson a series of colors velvet damask silk much emroidery many buttons farthingales too much lace too much fabric , a very long veil and lots more to say it plain if you were poor and wore those you were in for fines and jail , a tailor wore too many buttons on his breeches and they police of the time ripped them off put them ripped on the person which otherwise left in underwear and paraded him in underwear and ripped breeches before put him in jail for breaking the sumptuary laws so no best of their abbilities is not equal the ridiculous best of the rich and nobles even if they could somehow have one such garment they werenot allowed to wear it .SUMPTUARY LAWS!! In the times before French Revolution a woman with a fairy like cinderella but without the birthright would only get herself arrested !!!!

[@devil0may0cray0]

​@@annavafeiadou4420 I do remember being taught that purple was restrict only to certain people. I had no idea they could get arested fo wearing it! Thank you so much for sharing.

[@liisabjork76]

Gorgeous! I would wear that as my wedding dress. It's so unique and beautiful.

[@mellimoon77]

Amazing work, Isabella! I always wondered how the angled shape was achieved. Now I know! Stays over the 'donut' ;) I never would have thought of that. Looking forward to seeing your husband's attire there in more detail. I think it's one of the most attractive and manly looks in historical fashion. At least for me... Takes me back to swooning over Colin Firth in Shakespeare in Love 😅

[@priorattire]

I am hoping to put a video on his outfit next weekend:-)

[@mellimoon77]

​@@priorattire can't wait ! :)

[@elss8717]

Quite fascinating to watch but I’m very happy with my modern jeans, t-shirts and jumpers (and underwear) I think I would get quite panicky having to wear all that.

[@lizcademy4809]

It really isn't that much more: shift (t-shirt), bodies (bra), and bodice (jacket). The bottom had more layers (petticoat and skirt), but skirts are airy and far more comfortable than jeans. And no knickers. But those foundations !!!!

[@howtubeable]

Your husband's clothes blend well with his hair and skin tone. Excellent work!

[@susanpolastaples9688]

Gorgeous wheel farthingale court gown. Very rich cloth of gold look.

[@nickw3867]

Wow, the in person look is so much more impressive than the paintings. This outfit really screams that this person is "in charge".

[@veronikavolhejnova5036]

What a handsome couple you two make! Lucas reminds me of the Earl of Leicester, and you then would be his Lettice Knollys (if she was dark-haired).

[@samanthaknudson3084]

Oh, my! I have heard that the temperatures were a lot cooler back then. Certainly needed it to not faint with heat in all that. You mentioned a video for your husband's clothing. I wondered if it was really as elaborate as the lady's. Wonderful video. I rather like this period and as you said - it is an underrepresented time.

[@priorattire]

Me st stuff next week. All this is actually very light silk- would need much warmer r layers for colder weather!

[@samanthaknudson3084]

@@priorattire !!!!! Whoda thunk it. 😊

[@sophieinspired]

The sleeves are just on another level 😅💖 thank you for sharing!