Product description
Apron dresses formed an integral part of Viking clothing. These overdresses were characterized by their shoulder straps and a straightforward tubular shape. They could be designed with openings, known as slits, additional wedge-shaped fabric pieces called gores, or pleats. Some variations even included an overlapping front, typically reaching mid-calf length. During the Viking Age, the apron dress, also referred to as smokkr or hangerok (sometimes spelled hangeroc or hangerock), served dual purposes. The plain version acted as a bib apron or pinafore, offering protection to the outer clothing. On the other hand, the more intricate version, adorned with braids, embroidery, chains, and oval (tortoise) brooches, functioned as a symbol of status. Archaeological evidence supporting this type of dress has been discovered at sites like Hedeby and Birka. This solid-colored slip-over dress, crafted from thick canvas fabric (100% cotton), ensures durability. It features a loosely tailored fit, side lacing, and is intentionally kept simple. This apron dress pairs well with a plain dress or shift, along with a belt. When accessorized appropriately, it becomes an ideal choice for portraying a Norse woman, maiden, or shield maiden.
Details:
Available sizes: S/M, L/XL, XXL
Colour: mustard yellow
Material: 100% cotton
Length overall size S/M: approx. 120 cm (measured from the highest shoulder point down to the bottom hem)
Washing instructions: cold hand wash setting on the washing machine, only wash with similar colors.
Based on a historical original
Shipment weight (g): 500 *
This item is produced in limited quantities only. This means that every piece is unique. Sizes & finish may vary lightly from piece to piece.
When packaging this item, we exclusively use 100% recycled plastic and recycled paper/cardboard from FSC certified forests. We reuse a large part of the material directly without the intervention of a recycling process.
Recycle the material by separating your waste:
1. Cardboard: separate or reuse your paper.
2. Plastic cushions, clothing bags and plastic tape: separate or reuse your plastic. If possible, pierce the cushions with a volume reduction needle.
3. Paper packaging for jewelry and small items: these have a plastic inner layer. Remove these, then separate your paper and plastic.
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