ENGLISH COSTUME FROM THE EARLY MIDDLE AGES THROUGH THE 16TH CENTURY

Profusely illustrated reference documents clothing styles of all classes — from garments of 10th-century Anglo-Saxons to the splendid coronation outfit of Anne Boleyn in the 16th century, with special attention paid to such details as footwear, cuffs, collars, and hats. Includes information about dress-making construction and notes on social customs.