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Men's clothing through history
From the robust silhouettes of the Viking Age to the tailored elegance of the Late Middle Ages. At Urda Hantverk you will find the garments that support your historical character – designed in Sweden with a focus on fit and authentic materials such as wool and linen.
It all starts closest to the body
Dressing historically is about function. The basic rule is simple: Linen closest to the skin, wool on top. The linen transports moisture away and cools, while the wool warms and resists moisture. For a complete costume, you need the invisible base.
Brokor
Medieval underpants. Spacious linen underpants that provide comfort and hygiene
Hose
Separate woolen legwear. These are attached to the brokor and create a perfect combination of tight legs and mobility. Please note that our hose are without feet according to historical model.
Tunic
A simple linen tunic that protects your kirtle from sweat.
Viking Age ca 766 - 1066
Pants:
Viking-era baggy trousers” (for a wealthy look) or “Straight trousers” (for a simpler profile).
Top
A knee-length kirtle or tunic is worn over the linen shirt.
Outerwear
The “Viking Age coat” (inspired by caftans/jackets) is the perfect warming layer
Viborg tunic
This is also a good Viking Age garment: the Viborg shirt after a Danish find.
Viking Age – Practical & Robust
During the Viking Age, the cuts were straight and functional, adapted for movement and work
Middle Ages ca 1066 - 1300
Hose & Brokor
Now hose are usually worn that show the shape of the legs more clearly than the Viking Age trousers.
Top
A knee-length kirtle or tunic is worn over the linen shirt.
Outerwear
The semicircle cloak provides warmth and protection
The hood
A hood is almost mandatory for a complete look.
High Middle Ages – The classic silhouette
Here the kirtles become longer and get more width in the skirt part thanks to sewn-in wedges.
Late Middle Ages 1350 - 1500
Cotehardie
Figure-sewn garments with buttoning at the front (often with many tightly fitting buttons). This signals status and craftsmanship.
Shirt
The light undershirt gets a small collar.
Doublet
Towards the end of the Late Middle Ages, the doublet is introduced, which is laced together with the hose.
The kirtle
Even the everyday kirtle becomes more figure-sewn and has lacing.
Late Middle Ages – Tailored & Figure-hugging
Fashion changes drastically. The garments become tighter, shorter and more advanced.
Historical materials – Function before everything
With us you will not find any synthetic materials. We work exclusively with wool and linen because that is how Vikings and medieval people dressed to survive the Nordic climate.
Linen closest to the body: Your base layer should always be linen. The cool material transports moisture away and keeps you fresh under heavy woolen garments.
Wool that warms: Our kirtles and cloaks are sewn in wool twill or vadmal. Wool has the unique property that it warms even when it gets damp and is naturally dirt-repellent.
It’s not just historically correct – it’s superior comfort.
The choice of color tells who you are
Forget the myth of the “gray Middle Ages”. History was colorful! But the color of your clothes also signaled your status in society.
Nature & Undyed: The simplest garments and underwear were usually in nature’s own shades. An undyed or gray tunic signals a simple, working character.
Green & Blue: Colors required expensive pigments. A deep blue kirtle shows that you are a wealthy person.
Our Palette: We offer a large historical color scale – from moss green and rust brown to mustard yellow and wine red. Choose a color according to taste, or according to the status you want your costume to radiate.
