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Iberian Renaissance Period Hairstyles
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- Written by Sarah Engelke
A good hairstyle helps create the perfect impression. Sarah shares some appropriate hairstyles for women in Spain during the late 15th and early 16th centuries.
No commentsBeyond the Flemish Peasant Dress
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- Written by Holly Stockley
There’s more to the Low Countries than the familiar C16th Flemish 'peasant dress'. Holly explores the variations between different classes, trades and regions.
Frances' C16th Gown and Partlet
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- Written by Julia Barrett
We return to the Tudor wardrobe of Frances Brandon, Duchess of Suffolk, this week to look at her outer layers – the iconic French gown and typically Marian partlet.
Interview with Jenny Tiramani
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- Written by Marion McNealy
Marion talks to Jenny Tiramani of the Globe Theatre in London - custodian of the Janet Arnold Archive, and one of the founders of the School of Historical Dress.
Setting 16th Century Ruffs
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- Written by Constance MacKenzie
Once you've made a ruff, it just needs starching and setting. Constance shows us how to finish off this most iconic of garments to compliment your Tudor costumes.
Iberian Cosmetics & Renaissance Beauty Ideals
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- Written by Sarah Engelke
Iberian women pursued beauty and the feminine ideal as much as ladies today. Sarah explores the makeup and cosmetics used in 15th and 16th century Spain.