Commissions
Bones and Rozes Historical Clothing specialises in creating custom reenactment clothing spanning from the Viking era to the 17th century. Our garments are meticulously hand-stitched using historically accurate fabrics, ensuring they meet the highest standards for living history. With a focus on authenticity, our designs are based on extensive historical research and existing clothing examples. Our collection is available to customers in the UK, USA and Europe, and offers a diverse selection of options, including Viking and Saxon attire, as well as outfits from the Medieval, Tudor, and English Civil War periods of the 17th Century.
"The historical research, handsewn details, quality of materials, and above all Rozy's talent make everything I have purchased some of my best kit now"
~ Michael, Virgina, USA
The Strawberry Merchant's Wife
"Have you not sometimes seen a handkerchief
Spotted with strawberries in your wive's hand"1
Evoking the temptation of fleeting and dangerous pleasures, strawberries became part of an
indulging and delectable array at the grandest banquets attended by wealthy and fashionable ladies.
1: Shakespear, Othello Part3:Act3
Saxons of East Anglia
"Bright Æthelthryth now our illustrious age too has blessed. Of a distinguished father born, and glorious royal line"2
As part of the 950 year anniversary of it's foundation by St Etheldreda, Ely Cathedral's learning centre channeled their inner Saxons with a range of East Anglian Saxon women and a visit from Brythnoth who is buried within the cathedral.
2 The Venerable Bede, Historia ecclesiastica
The Night Watchman
"The morning cometh, and also the night"3
The dark streets in London are a heightened threat to danger for the night provides cover to disorderly and immoral people who are likely to harm others. Call the night watchman to guard the streets, to prevent crime and watch out for fires.
3 Isiah 21:12, The Bible
Consulation
The bespoke tailoring process begins with an initial consultation, during which your preferences will be discussed, including historical persona, fabric choice, style, and finish. This lays the foundation for the entire commissions process.
Measurements
Historical garments often require precise fitting to look correct. We take a comprehensive set of measurements taking into account your posture and body quirks. These may vary depending upon the desired time period.
Fabrics
We source a wide variety of historically accurate linens, wools and silks. Your preferences, the occasion, the season, and your personal style will all factor into the fabric we suggest for you.
Patterns
After gathering all the information during our meeting, we then develop an individual pattern to ensure the best possible fit on this and all future garments. This is where bespoke makes all the difference as this process makes each bespoke garment truly individual and unique.
Constructing
Every product undergoes meticulous craftsmanship, with each item individually handmade using carefully selected historically accurate methods . Our fastenings and trimmings are reconstructed ensuring they closely resemble the originals. We pride ourselves in our commitment to maintaining the highest standards of quality and authenticity.
Delivery
The finishing touches are what make a commissioned historical garment truly exceptional. Your garment will be carefully prepared for shipping. We offer a variety of shipping options to suit your preferences.