The fashions in The Castaway Prince
The fashions in The Castaway Prince
In a story where the main character is dressed as a woman most of the time, it was important to focus on the clothes to describe what it is that he chooses to wear.
The fashions of the fictional countries of Esnia and Seveihar are reminiscent of the European fashion style of the second half of the 16th century - long full-skirted gowns, trimmed with embroidery and goldwork, sometimes with emphasized shoulders, worn over petticoats and silk chemises. Stephan's formal ball gown, for example, is heavy on ornamentation, with an overdress of dark blue velvet and a high collar.
If you want to get an impression of the style, check out the famous portrait of Eleonora di Garzia di Toledo by Alessandro Allori (1553–1576).
With the clothing being so elaborate, it's a small wonder he needed all that help getting ready!
In a story where the main character is dressed as a woman most of the time, it was important to focus on the clothes to describe what it is that he chooses to wear.
The fashions of the fictional countries of Esnia and Seveihar are reminiscent of the European fashion style of the second half of the 16th century - long full-skirted gowns, trimmed with embroidery and goldwork, sometimes with emphasized shoulders, worn over petticoats and silk chemises. Stephan's formal ball gown, for example, is heavy on ornamentation, with an overdress of dark blue velvet and a high collar.
If you want to get an impression of the style, check out the famous portrait of Eleonora di Garzia di Toledo by Alessandro Allori (1553–1576).
With the clothing being so elaborate, it's a small wonder he needed all that help getting ready!
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