Product description
These medieval chausses are made of wool and come as a pair, excluding aiglets. Perfect for 14th-15th century reenactment.
The existence of such garments dates back to the Neolithic period, but such legwear became popular during the High Middle Ages. Two separate chausses were worn under the tunic, one per leg, and were fastened with laces to the braies (underwear) or a belt. Medieval stained glass, paintings, and manuscripts show that braies were often worn in various colors, from modest to bright. Originals can be seen in the Morgan Picture Bible and the Tres Riches Heures de Duc de Berry. Chausses, or leg coverings, were worn by all classes of society.
These chausses consist of two separate legs. They are not footed and come to a point on the upper outside of the leg. This point has two eyelets for tying the hose to your braes/arming belt/doublet, etc. The point is reinforced with some herringbone tape sewn on the inside. The eyelets are handstitched, but all other stitching, including the top stitching, is done on the machine.
Details
Material: 100% recycled wool;
Color: dark red;
Sizes: M to XXL;
Washing: Hand wash at cold temperature or use a delicate wash cycle in the machine;
Drying: Air dry flat in the shade to maintain color and shape;
Ironing: Iron on low temperature if needed, or use steam to remove wrinkles;
Stain removal: For small stains, gently dab with a damp cloth and mild soap;
Based on historical originals
