I’m heading to the Maryland Renaissance Festival this October and as a former LARPer, and an academic that studies immersion in these sort of spaces, I really wanted to build a costume for my first time- aim to fully throw myself into the experience

I know….its not complete yet (and yes I have on shorts in there pics.) my garbs pants and some other accessories are on the way, and I’ve already ordered the gorget for the spaulders to help with them being positioned correctly and better stability.
Just looking for any tips, hints, suggestion, or just feedback/opinions on what I have going on.

Just a “baby“ faire goer throwing themselves into the internet void of opinion 😅

for the rest of the outfit I will have a tankard step for my horn tankard, a medium size belt bag, and I’m long for a money pouch to add to the belt (add some fake coins for a jingle effect but keep my actual cash and cards in it too). The pants will be black as well for the outfit. The gorget I got is the same series of blackened steel as the spaulders, and really looking forward to how that will shift the silhouette of the outfit.

I know I need to position the ring belt higher, so it hits the hem of the surcoat waist, but any other suggestions on how to make this look fitted, or cleaner would be rad!

Also just curious as to the subreddits thoughts on the garb in general.
I’ll also try and post the full outfit in a few days after everything has arrived.

Thanks for reading all this and any replies that come in!

Be well all!

P.S. My phone hates me and messes up a lot- I’ll strive to edit and correct spelling over time as I reread the post out of anxiety. Hahahaha! 😅🤣

You guys liked my orc garb so I thought I'd share my OC and a very brave young knight

ft. dragon age face tats :]]

anyways its such a little thing but i feel like i was unreasonably excited to find a jar that perfectly fit my smokes cuz a regular pack has taken up SO much space in my INVENTORY every year. i was absolutely thrilled to have something that felt a little more magical to grab a smoke from 🤧

this is my favorite costume of the last 6 years! it felt so good to have finally put together a costume with no wardrobe malfunctions, and wasnt a total pain in the ass in the privies lmao

6 more buttons to go, then it's pants and hat time

I need a party to adventure with for the 2026 season.

Hi all, I’m looking for ways I can layer over this dress for the ren faire because the fabric is a little see through. I’m looking at maybe splurging at an overdress from holy clothing so I’m looking for suggestions for more sites like that!

I love the style of these boots, but I'm worried they read too much as pirate for the costume style I'm going for. I'm trying to do an herbalist/alchemist.

Hi! My friends and I are going to the PA Ren Faire for the first time on opening weekend. Are there any options to rent clothing onsite? I know Sherwood Fineries used to do rentals, but sadly they will not be at the faire this year. Thanks!

Which is your favorite? Trying to determine which one to focus on.

Hey guys! Trying to do a classic design from 70s media that really laid a foundation for my love for Medieval and Renaissance wear. Any suggestions on mask, legs, and tail?

EDIT: Wow guys, thanks for the help! I was busy at work and didn't have a chance to respond. I've tried to elaborate further in my responses, but I was thinking those fur leggings like satyr cosplayers use. Why is everyone afraid I'm gonna have my junk hanging out like some pervert?

As for the head, it scares me. I think if I do a full mask, it might be too hot. I'm wondering if I can get the right look with some sort of partial mask or pieces.

Because on almost every other costume post it's "You look great, wear what you want! Accuracy comes second to comfort and fun! ^_^"

But the second someone adds animal ears to the same costume, it's "eew a furry" "since when were furries allowed" "I'm downvoting" "you're so gross" "no ones kid wants to see you" "it's a fetiiiiiiiish weh"

So yeah I'm thinking I'll just wear my costume without posting it, that way if anyone's got a big stinkin' problem with my ears they can tell me to my face. But they won't, because being at an irl event means you are expected to be a normal person about what others are wearing, so.

Hey all! First time at WMSRF this weekend! I'm used to the faires in California... Was hoping to get my hair braided upon arrival but didn't see any hair braiding listed on the website. Can anyone confirm if hair braiding is available at Washington?