Cotehardie Ava Short Sleeve Medieval Dress Wine Red

Cotehardie Ava in Wine Red – The Silhouette of a Medieval Lady

Elegance close to the soul of the 15th century

Inspired by illuminated codices and medieval court dances, the Cotehardie Ava dress revives the fitted elegance that defined women's fashion between the 13th and 15th centuries. Its fitted cut, enhanced by the front lacing and fabric wedges in the skirt, makes this dress a faithful tribute to the silhouette that dominated the Late Middle Ages.

Crafted from durable cotton canvas , the dress combines functionality and authenticity. Its cotton lace-up closure with snap-in ends not only ensures a perfect fit, but also honors the way medieval ladies dressed in their finery: with patience, ceremony, and distinction. The wide neckline and short sleeves allow for multiple combinations with veils, belts, or pinned sleeves, completing the portrait of a Renaissance lady or medieval courtesan .

A garment with history and a medieval soul

Cotehardies were symbols of elegance and evolution. Unlike the loose-fitting garments of earlier eras, these new silhouettes celebrated the female body. They appeared in France and spread throughout Europe, as can be seen in masterpieces such as Les Très Riches Heures du Duc de Berry or the illustrated manuscripts by Robinet Testard .

This Cotehardie Ava , in its noble wine-red tone, evokes that era of stylistic transition, where women began to dress not only to cover themselves, but also to enhance their figure with pride.

Main features

• Available sizes: S, M, L, XL, XXL

• Color: Wine red (also available in green)

• Material: 100% cotton (canvas)

• Total length (size M): approx. 145 cm

• Closure: Front laces with snap-on tips

• Caution: Machine wash at 40°C on a gentle cycle, do not tumble dry. Washing the headband separately is recommended.

Ideal for historical reenactments, medieval fairs, or themed celebrations, this garment transports body and soul to a past where every seam told a story of lineage.

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