Why We Love It
Dress her up by replacing the self belt with a sparkly one and adding a statement shoe like our Rhinestone Bow Mules. 2.
Styled with a neutral shoe and her included self belt, the Jester Dress is a stunner on her own.
How dangerous was it to be a jester? – Beatrice K. Otto
What do Jesters wear?
During the post-classical and Renaissance eras, jesters are often thought to have worn brightly coloured clothes and eccentric hats in a motley pattern. Their modern counterparts usually mimic this costume.
How did a jester dress?
To make this happen, a jester typically dressed accordingly in a way which was funny and caused onlookers to feel amused. A wide range of dressing accessories were used by the jesters to aid them in their job of entertaining an audience.
What did a medieval jester look like?
So a medieval jester would typically dress as comically as possible, using a multi-coloured dress with bright patterns, funny hats and pointed shoes. From head to toe, a medieval jester looked a part of his job of entertaining. The head of a medieval jester was typically shaved.
What is a jester’s costume?
The jester’s fashion, while deeply rooted in medieval culture, transcends time, continuing to inspire and intrigue in a modern context. The creation of a jester’s costume was a craft in itself. Tailors and artisans, often unsung heroes of medieval fashion, poured skill and creativity into every garment.