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Renaissance Fashion and Clothing

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Chopines

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Tall platform shoes that were popular among women during the Renaissance. They indicated a high social standing and were often made of luxurious materials to show off wealth.

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Ruff

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A large, elaborate collar, made from stiffened linen and often lace-edged, that was popular in the late Renaissance. It symbolized wealth and fashion prowess.

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Jerkin

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A sleeveless jacket worn over doublets, often made from leather and intricately decorated. It was seen as a practical element of a gentleman's wardrobe, denoting both status and profession.

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Farthingale

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A hoop skirt support that gave shape to women's gowns. The cone shape indicated European sophistication, and the larger the farthingale, the more extravagant the display of wealth.

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Gable Hood

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A headdress shaped like a house gable, worn by women. It indicated marital status and was especially popular in England. It could be embellished with jewels, signifying wealth and status.

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Codpiece

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A pouch attached to men's trousers or hose to cover the genital area. It became a symbol of masculinity and was often exaggerated in size during the Renaissance.

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Venetian Breeches

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Voluminous trousers that tapered at the knee, worn with stockings. A staple for Venetian men, these breeches highlighted the merchant wealth and cosmopolitan culture of Venice.

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Chemise

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A loose-fitting undergarment worn by both men and women, made from linen. It was essential for hygiene and modesty, but rarely seen in public.

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Hoop Skirt

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A women's undergarment worn to extend the skirt to its fullest width, showing layers and wealth. It was a symbol of social status and often determined by the size of the skirt how wealthy a woman was.

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Doublet

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A snug-fitting buttoned jacket that was worn by men during the Renaissance period. It often had padding and quilting for warmth and shape, indicating a man's status and wealth.

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