Clothing from the outskirts of the Byzantine empire, multi layered and richly decorated tunic garments consisting of layers of dresses and robes
Description:
Inspired by the founding Roman cultures, Byzantine garments tended to be layers of tunics made from finely woven and often rich fabrics decorated with embroidery or appliques. Often worn with a cloak called a Chlamys
Multiple layers of rich garments would show the wealth of the individual. Fabrics were lighter and finer in weave, assuming to be linens and silks.
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Inspiration Images
Common Materials
Fabrics:
Fine Fabrics
Linens
Silks
Solid colors embellished with embroidered decorations or appliqued shames rather than designs that were woven in
Ornamentation:
Effective Substitutions
Fabrics:
cottons
linen blends
some fine polyester/blends for silk effects, but the poly blends have many drawbacks
Ornamentation:
Ensemble Components
outer wide sleeved robe
under tunics of various colors
hats of various styles
shoes or slippers
Accessories
worn with roman inspired cloak called a chlamys and various hats
Source/Links
Version: 3
date: 3/6/2021
Source of Period Pic: Meister der Kahriye-Cami-Kirche in Istanbul Mosaiken der Kirche Kahrié-Djami in Istanbul, Szene: Märtyrer
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