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Hailmur: /* Inappropriate */

2025-04-08T19:57:53Z

Inappropriate

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	[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frock_coat Frock coats], [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greatcoat greatcoats], [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tailcoat tailcoats] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spencer_(clothing) Spencer jackets] are all from a much later period than the inspiration for the League. They are not appropriate for use in Empire. Likewise, military jackets such as the ones worn by [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hussar hussars] with elaborate gold braid or [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epaulette epaulettes]. Elaborate powdered wigs like a [https://www.britannica.com/topic/peruke peruke] that were made popular by [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louis_XIII Louis XIII] are not appropriate.		[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frock_coat Frock coats], [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greatcoat greatcoats], [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tailcoat tailcoats] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spencer_(clothing) Spencer jackets] are all from a much later period than the inspiration for the League. They are not appropriate for use in Empire. Likewise, military jackets such as the ones worn by [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hussar hussars] with elaborate gold braid or [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epaulette epaulettes]. Elaborate powdered wigs like a [https://www.britannica.com/topic/peruke peruke] that were made popular by [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louis_XIII Louis XIII] are not appropriate.

	Our look and feel for League priests draws inspiration from the garments worn by Christian clergy, but you should avoid anything with uniquely Christian symbolism. Please ensure your priest costume does not feature Christian or Celtic crosses or [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christogram christograms] such as ‘IHS’ or the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chi_Rho Chi Rho]. If you are using any commercially made or second hand vestments, please make sure they don't incorporate any real-world religious iconography. If you are wearing a chasuble in the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chasuble#Current_usage 'gothic'] style, which is loose and flowing, you must not wear one with decorative strips on the body of the chasuble that form a Y-shape, which resembles a Christian cross when the arms are held open.		Our look and feel for League priests draws inspiration from the garments worn by Christian clergy, but you should avoid anything with uniquely Christian symbolism. Please ensure your priest costume does not feature Christian or Celtic crosses or [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christogram christograms] such as ‘IHS’ or the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chi_Rho Chi Rho]. If you are using any commercially made or second-hand vestments, please make sure they don't incorporate any real-world religious iconography. If you are wearing a chasuble in the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chasuble#Current_usage 'gothic'] style, which is loose and flowing, you must not wear one with decorative strips on the body of the chasuble that form a Y-shape, which resembles a Christian cross when the arms are held open.

	A [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Codpiece codpiece], a triangular piece of material covering the fly attached to the front of hose, is acceptable, provided it conceals rather than emphasizes the shape. The ideal codpiece is streamlined and discreet, not protruding. Codpieces must not violate our conduct rules on [[Conduct#Sexual_Activity_and_Performances\|sexualising the environment]].

			A [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Codpiece codpiece], a shaped piece of material covering the crotch area attached to the front of hose, is acceptable, provided it conceals rather than emphasises the shape. The ideal codpiece is streamlined and discreet, not protruding. It is intended for covering an area, not drawing attention to it. If you are wearing hose with a codpiece, it should match the hose it is worn with - eye-catching decoration should be avoided. Codpieces must not violate our conduct rules on [[Conduct#Sexual_Activity_and_Performances\|sexualising the environment]].

	{{The League Links}}		{{The League Links}}

Dre at 22:32, 7 April 2025

2025-04-07T22:32:02Z

Kaberett: /* Less Appropriate */ Pilgrm hat --> Pilgrim hat

2025-04-07T22:06:30Z

Less Appropriate: Pilgrm hat --> Pilgrim hat

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	Leagueish shirts are not worn with cravats and do not have cascading lace at the throat in a ‘highwayman’ or Regency style. They can have a higher neckline to keep out the cold but tend not to have pointed collars, lapels or buttons all the way down in the way a modern formal shirt would. The ideal sleeves are not tight to the arm, and long trailing sleeves that flare to a trumpet or bell shape at the wrist or dagged sleeves are less appropriate in the League, as they are iconic for Dawn.		Leagueish shirts are not worn with cravats and do not have cascading lace at the throat in a ‘highwayman’ or Regency style. They can have a higher neckline to keep out the cold but tend not to have pointed collars, lapels or buttons all the way down in the way a modern formal shirt would. The ideal sleeves are not tight to the arm, and long trailing sleeves that flare to a trumpet or bell shape at the wrist or dagged sleeves are less appropriate in the League, as they are iconic for Dawn.

	The 'robin hood' style [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bycocket bycocket], along with long-tailed hats like a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liripipe liripipe] or [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chaperon_(headgear) chaperon], are ideal for [[the Marches]] and [[Dawn]] but less appropriate in the League. [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capotain ~~Pilgrm~~ hats] and the kind of tabards worn by Dumas' musketeers are also less appropriate as they are outside the brief for Empire. You can wear a wide-brimmed felt hat provided it has a rounded crown. Anything with a shaped crown is less appropriate - a modern cowboy hat is inappropriate for Empire. It's fine to pin one side of the hat to the crown, but don't pin two or more sides of the hat as this will make it look too much like a tricorn which is inappropriate for Empire.		The 'robin hood' style [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bycocket bycocket], along with long-tailed hats like a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Liripipe liripipe] or [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chaperon_(headgear) chaperon], are ideal for [[the Marches]] and [[Dawn]] but less appropriate in the League. [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capotain Pilgrim hats] and the kind of tabards worn by Dumas' musketeers are also less appropriate as they are outside the brief for Empire. You can wear a wide-brimmed felt hat provided it has a rounded crown. Anything with a shaped crown is less appropriate - a modern cowboy hat is inappropriate for Empire. It's fine to pin one side of the hat to the crown, but don't pin two or more sides of the hat as this will make it look too much like a tricorn which is inappropriate for Empire.

	The ideal League skirts or dresses do not have any artificial support, so a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Farthingale farthingale], (often referred to as a bum roll), is less appropriate, as are [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bustle bustles], [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crinoline crinolines], and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hoop_skirt hooped skirts]. Ruffs at the neck and wrists are less appropriate for Empire, and the famously large [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ruff_(clothing) ruffs] and huge upright collars of the Elizabethan era are inappropriate and should be avoided.		The ideal League skirts or dresses do not have any artificial support, so a [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Farthingale farthingale], (often referred to as a bum roll), is less appropriate, as are [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bustle bustles], [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crinoline crinolines], and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hoop_skirt hooped skirts]. Ruffs at the neck and wrists are less appropriate for Empire, and the famously large [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ruff_(clothing) ruffs] and huge upright collars of the Elizabethan era are inappropriate and should be avoided.
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	A classic Regency dress is less appropriate in the League. They can be improved by replacing the arms with iconic sleeves that are slashed or puffed and by wearing a shirt or chemise underneath.		A classic Regency dress is less appropriate in the League. They can be improved by replacing the arms with iconic sleeves that are slashed or puffed and by wearing a shirt or chemise underneath.
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Y-shape.png\|width=150\|align=right\|caption=Inappropriate Y-shape cross}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Y-shape.png\|width=150\|align=right\|caption=Inappropriate Y-shape cross}}

	===Inappropriate===		===Inappropriate===
	[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frock_coat Frock coats], [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greatcoat greatcoats], [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tailcoat tailcoats] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spencer_(clothing) Spencer jackets] are all from a much later period than the inspiration for the League. They are not appropriate for use in Empire. Likewise, military jackets such as the ones worn by [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hussar hussars] with elaborate gold braid or [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epaulette epaulettes]. Elaborate powdered wigs like a [https://www.britannica.com/topic/peruke peruke] that were made popular by [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louis_XIII Louis XIII] are not appropriate.		[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frock_coat Frock coats], [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greatcoat greatcoats], [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tailcoat tailcoats] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spencer_(clothing) Spencer jackets] are all from a much later period than the inspiration for the League. They are not appropriate for use in Empire. Likewise, military jackets such as the ones worn by [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hussar hussars] with elaborate gold braid or [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epaulette epaulettes]. Elaborate powdered wigs like a [https://www.britannica.com/topic/peruke peruke] that were made popular by [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louis_XIII Louis XIII] are not appropriate.

Matt: /* Garments */

2025-04-07T21:18:48Z

Garments

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	{{CaptionedImage\|file=BaggyTrousers.jpg\|width=180\|align=right}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=BaggyTrousers.jpg\|width=180\|align=right}}
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	'''Trousers or Hose:''' League trousers, also known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hose_(clothing) hose], often ~~feature~~ slashed decorations, or legs in contrasting colours. They may be baggy or close fitting but are often made in heavier fabrics such as wool or canvas for warmth. You can also use leggings or jodhpurs but if you use modern garments, it is best to cover belt loops and pockets with your upper body layers.		'''Trousers or Hose:''' League trousers, also known as [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hose_(clothing) hose], often features slashed decorations, or legs in contrasting colours. They may be baggy or close fitting but are often made in heavier fabrics such as wool or canvas for warmth. You can also use leggings or jodhpurs but if you use modern garments, it is best to cover belt loops and pockets with your upper body layers.

	Wider trousers should have gathering at the hems or a wide band at the ankle or lower leg so that the legs form a puffy shape. Close fitting trousers may have a flap at the front which is tied on; this is sometimes lightly padded to form a discreet codpiece. Short hose, which ends above the knee, can be slashed, or have panes of fabric with a contrast fabric puffing out in a style known as ‘pumpkin hose’, owing to their shape.		Wider trousers should have gathering at the hems or a wide band at the ankle or lower leg so that the legs form a puffy shape. Close fitting trousers may have a flap at the front which is tied on; this is sometimes lightly padded to form a discreet codpiece. Short hose, which ends above the knee, can be slashed, or have panes of fabric with a contrast fabric puffing out in a style known as ‘pumpkin hose’, owing to their shape.

Hailmur at 20:02, 7 April 2025

2025-04-07T20:02:50Z

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Hailmur at 19:49, 21 March 2025

2025-03-21T19:49:22Z

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	The Apulian Orcs who have joined the League have adoped the fashion of the League with an assured confidence, so all the regular League costume guidance is still relevant. To make a more distinctly Apulian costume, remember that many residents of the territory retain a fondness for bright colours, especially rich purples and wine reds adorned heavily with gold trims, with vibrant oranges often being used as an accessory. Silk is popular; the sumptuous fabric makes for a clear demonstration of the wealth of the wearer and harkens back to the traditional dress of the Broken Shore. The majority of Apulians have embraced the wealth of fabrics readily available in their new nation; wool, velvet, and brocade are all proving popular and serving as excellent compliments to the traditional silk of the Grendel. As always, the goal is that clothing should demonstrate the wealth of the wearer.		The Apulian Orcs who have joined the League have adoped the fashion of the League with an assured confidence, so all the regular League costume guidance is still relevant. To make a more distinctly Apulian costume, remember that many residents of the territory retain a fondness for bright colours, especially rich purples and wine reds adorned heavily with gold trims, with vibrant oranges often being used as an accessory. Silk is popular; the sumptuous fabric makes for a clear demonstration of the wealth of the wearer and harkens back to the traditional dress of the Broken Shore. The majority of Apulians have embraced the wealth of fabrics readily available in their new nation; wool, velvet, and brocade are all proving popular and serving as excellent compliments to the traditional silk of the Grendel. As always, the goal is that clothing should demonstrate the wealth of the wearer.

	If you are playing a League Orc, then gloves are practical, the easiest way to avoid having to constantly repaint your hands. That approach makes [[Rings ~~in the League~~\|rings]] on your fingers less practical, so Apulian orcs are experimenting with different approaches. If you have fine gloves you might be able to wear a bigger ring over them, but you can also wear a ring on a ribbon around the neck or hanging off the belt. When wearing a [[The_League_hearth_magic#Masks\|Mask]] most Apulians are adopting something made using soft cloth and loosely tied or else using something rigid which can be held in front of the face with a stick.		If you are playing a League Orc, then gloves are practical, the easiest way to avoid having to constantly repaint your hands. That approach makes [[The_League_culture_and_customs#Rings\|rings]] on your fingers less practical, so Apulian orcs are experimenting with different approaches. If you have fine gloves you might be able to wear a bigger ring over them, but you can also wear a ring on a ribbon around the neck or hanging off the belt. When wearing a [[The_League_hearth_magic#Masks\|Mask]] most Apulians are adopting something made using soft cloth and loosely tied or else using something rigid which can be held in front of the face with a stick.

	An important thing to think about is how to hide the joins where your mask and gloves meet your skin. Plenty of gold jewellery, the gaudier the better, is the ideal. Pieces like chokers or bracelets can be used to demonstrate wealth at the same time as keeping the joins hidden. An alternative accessory is an [https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/infinity_scarf infinity scarf], worn up or down, and that can be adorned with garish jewellery to again make an audacious demonstration of wealth. A [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ruff_(clothing) ruff] is [[Costume#Less_Appropriate_Costume\|less appropriate]], as they are highly evocative of a later period than the ideal for League costume.		An important thing to think about is how to hide the joins where your mask and gloves meet your skin. Plenty of gold jewellery, the gaudier the better, is the ideal. Pieces like chokers or bracelets can be used to demonstrate wealth at the same time as keeping the joins hidden. An alternative accessory is an [https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/infinity_scarf infinity scarf], worn up or down, and that can be adorned with garish jewellery to again make an audacious demonstration of wealth. A [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ruff_(clothing) ruff] is [[Costume#Less_Appropriate_Costume\|less appropriate]], as they are highly evocative of a later period than the ideal for League costume.

Cyph: Added links to inappropriate costume guidelines

2024-04-15T15:35:26Z

Added links to inappropriate costume guidelines

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	==Churches==		==Churches==
	The heavily decorated robes of The League priests are in sharp contrast to some of the ascetics of other nations. Lavish embroidery, metallic threads and elaborate headdresses are all used to communicate their importance.		The heavily decorated robes of The League priests are in sharp contrast to some of the ascetics of other nations. Lavish embroidery, metallic threads and elaborate headdresses are all used to communicate their importance.

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			==Inappropriate Costume==
			Whilst this look and feel page provides the ideal costume for the nation, it is important for players to familiarise themselves with the [[Costume\|general costume rules]] for further guidelines, including those for [[Costume#Inappropriate_Costume\|inappropriate costume]]

	{{The League Links}}		{{The League Links}}

Matt: /* Apulus and the Orcs */

2024-04-02T13:58:54Z

Apulus and the Orcs

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	==~~Apulus~~ and the Orcs==		==Spiral and the Orcs==
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=It's called fashion.jpg\|width=350\|align=right\|caption=There are many ways to hide the neck join}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=It's called fashion.jpg\|width=350\|align=right\|caption=There are many ways to hide the neck join}}
	The Apulian Orcs who have joined the League have adoped the fashion of the League with an assured confidence, so all the regular League costume guidance is still relevant. To make a more distinctly Apulian costume, remember that many residents of the territory retain a fondness for bright colours, especially rich purples and wine reds adorned heavily with gold trims, with vibrant oranges often being used as an accessory. Silk is popular; the sumptuous fabric makes for a clear demonstration of the wealth of the wearer and harkens back to the traditional dress of the Broken Shore. The majority of Apulians have embraced the wealth of fabrics readily available in their new nation; wool, velvet, and brocade are all proving popular and serving as excellent compliments to the traditional silk of the Grendel. As always, the goal is that clothing should demonstrate the wealth of the wearer.		The Apulian Orcs who have joined the League have adoped the fashion of the League with an assured confidence, so all the regular League costume guidance is still relevant. To make a more distinctly Apulian costume, remember that many residents of the territory retain a fondness for bright colours, especially rich purples and wine reds adorned heavily with gold trims, with vibrant oranges often being used as an accessory. Silk is popular; the sumptuous fabric makes for a clear demonstration of the wealth of the wearer and harkens back to the traditional dress of the Broken Shore. The majority of Apulians have embraced the wealth of fabrics readily available in their new nation; wool, velvet, and brocade are all proving popular and serving as excellent compliments to the traditional silk of the Grendel. As always, the goal is that clothing should demonstrate the wealth of the wearer.

Matt: /* Apulus and the Orcs */

2024-04-02T13:21:49Z

Apulus and the Orcs

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	==Apulus and the Orcs==		==Apulus and the Orcs==
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=It's called fashion.jpg\|width=~~200~~\|align=right\|caption=There are many ways to hide the neck join}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=It's called fashion.jpg\|width=350\|align=right\|caption=There are many ways to hide the neck join}}
	The Apulian Orcs who have joined the League have adoped the fashion of the League with an assured confidence, so all the regular League costume guidance is still relevant. To make a more distinctly Apulian costume, remember that many residents of the territory retain a fondness for bright colours, especially rich purples and wine reds adorned heavily with gold trims, with vibrant oranges often being used as an accessory. Silk is popular; the sumptuous fabric makes for a clear demonstration of the wealth of the wearer and harkens back to the traditional dress of the Broken Shore. The majority of Apulians have embraced the wealth of fabrics readily available in their new nation; wool, velvet, and brocade are all proving popular and serving as excellent compliments to the traditional silk of the Grendel. As always, the goal is that clothing should demonstrate the wealth of the wearer.		The Apulian Orcs who have joined the League have adoped the fashion of the League with an assured confidence, so all the regular League costume guidance is still relevant. To make a more distinctly Apulian costume, remember that many residents of the territory retain a fondness for bright colours, especially rich purples and wine reds adorned heavily with gold trims, with vibrant oranges often being used as an accessory. Silk is popular; the sumptuous fabric makes for a clear demonstration of the wealth of the wearer and harkens back to the traditional dress of the Broken Shore. The majority of Apulians have embraced the wealth of fabrics readily available in their new nation; wool, velvet, and brocade are all proving popular and serving as excellent compliments to the traditional silk of the Grendel. As always, the goal is that clothing should demonstrate the wealth of the wearer.

Matt: /* Apulus and the Orcs */

2024-04-02T13:21:07Z

Apulus and the Orcs

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	==Apulus and the Orcs==		==Apulus and the Orcs==
			{{CaptionedImage\|file=It's called fashion.jpg\|width=200\|align=right\|caption=There are many ways to hide the neck join}}
	The Apulian Orcs who have joined the League have adoped the fashion of the League with an assured confidence, so all the regular League costume guidance is still relevant. To make a more distinctly Apulian costume, remember that many residents of the territory retain a fondness for bright colours, especially rich purples and wine reds adorned heavily with gold trims, with vibrant oranges often being used as an accessory. Silk is popular; the sumptuous fabric makes for a clear demonstration of the wealth of the wearer and harkens back to the traditional dress of the Broken Shore. The majority of Apulians have embraced the wealth of fabrics readily available in their new nation; wool, velvet, and brocade are all proving popular and serving as excellent compliments to the traditional silk of the Grendel. As always, the goal is that clothing should demonstrate the wealth of the wearer.		The Apulian Orcs who have joined the League have adoped the fashion of the League with an assured confidence, so all the regular League costume guidance is still relevant. To make a more distinctly Apulian costume, remember that many residents of the territory retain a fondness for bright colours, especially rich purples and wine reds adorned heavily with gold trims, with vibrant oranges often being used as an accessory. Silk is popular; the sumptuous fabric makes for a clear demonstration of the wealth of the wearer and harkens back to the traditional dress of the Broken Shore. The majority of Apulians have embraced the wealth of fabrics readily available in their new nation; wool, velvet, and brocade are all proving popular and serving as excellent compliments to the traditional silk of the Grendel. As always, the goal is that clothing should demonstrate the wealth of the wearer.

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	'''Shirt, Blouse or Chemise:''' League outfits are designed to be worn over shirts, blouses or [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chemise chemises]. These base layers can be any colour. They tend to be loose and have baggy sleeves gathered at the wrist or elbow or be puffed down the arm at intervals. They can have lacing at the neck, or a gathered neckline.		'''Shirt, Blouse or Chemise:''' League outfits are designed to be worn over shirts, blouses or [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chemise chemises]. These base layers can be any colour. They tend to be loose and have baggy sleeves gathered at the wrist or elbow or be puffed down the arm at intervals. They can have lacing at the neck, or a gathered neckline.

	The garment may have a higher neckline to keep out the cold, but it is less appropriate to have a pointed collar, [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lapel lapels] or buttons all the way down in the way a modern formal shirt would. Likewise, it is less appropriate for the sleeves to trail or flare at the wrist in a ‘trumpet’ style, or be straight like the sleeves of a t-shirt or tight to the arm like a fitted shirt. League shirts are not worn with cravats and do not have cascading lace at the throat in a ‘highwayman’ or Regency style.		The garment may have a higher neckline to keep out the cold, but it is less appropriate to have a pointed collar, [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lapel lapels] or buttons all the way down in the way a modern formal shirt would. Likewise, it is less appropriate for the sleeves to trail or flare at the wrist in a ‘trumpet’ style, or be straight like the sleeves of a t-shirt or tight to the arm like a fitted shirt. League shirts are not worn with cravats and do not have cascading lace at the throat in a ‘highwayman’ or Regency style.
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	==Colours and Materials==		==Colours and Materials==
	'''Colours:''' Every colour is found in the cosmopolitan League; bright, strong colours, dark, sombre tones and delicate pastels are all common. Two or three contrasting colours are often used to accentuate key features of the League silhouette, for example in slashed decorations on garments. Capes and cloaks may be lined in a contrasting colour, and underskirts worn beneath split-front dresses are often a different colour to the overdress worn on top. You might also choose to wear colours that suggest your character is affiliated with a particular [[#cities\|League city]].		'''Colours:''' Every colour is found in the cosmopolitan League; bright, strong colours, dark, sombre tones and delicate pastels are all common. Two or three contrasting colours are often used to accentuate key features of the League silhouette, for example in slashed decorations on garments. Capes and cloaks may be lined in a contrasting colour, and underskirts worn beneath split-front dresses are often a different colour to the overdress worn on top. You might also choose to wear colours that suggest your character is affiliated with a particular [[#cities\|League city]].

	'''Materials:''' League garments often use heavier fabrics for outer garments such as doublets, dresses and waffenrocks and lighter materials for the base layers, such as shirts and chemises, that go underneath. You can always use synthetic versions of any of these materials, or mixed fabrics such as wool blends and cotton velvet. Cotton, linen and wool are often blended with polyester, acrylic or viscose, and poly satins and velvets are a good budget alternative that is easily available.		'''Materials:''' League garments often use heavier fabrics for outer garments such as doublets, dresses and waffenrocks and lighter materials for the base layers, such as shirts and chemises, that go underneath. You can always use synthetic versions of any of these materials, or mixed fabrics such as wool blends and cotton velvet. Cotton, linen and wool are often blended with polyester, acrylic or viscose, and poly satins and velvets are a good budget alternative that is easily available.
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	===Less Appropriate===		===Less Appropriate===
	The look and feel of the League is heavily inspired by the historical costumes worn during the European renaissance and the early Tudor period. The brief does ''not'' stick to a tight historical period because we want to ensure there is a good range of costume that people can feel comfortable wearing and still be on brief, but some of the distinctive looks of clothing from later periods is outside the brief and should be avoided where possible. When choosing a bodice or dress, it is helpful to read the guidance on [[Costume#Inappropriate_Costume\|corsets]] on the main costume page.		The look and feel of the League is heavily inspired by the historical costumes worn during the European renaissance and the early Tudor period. The brief does ''not'' stick to a tight historical period because we want to ensure there is a good range of costume that people can feel comfortable wearing and still be on brief, but some of the distinctive looks of clothing from later periods is outside the brief and should be avoided where possible. When choosing a bodice or dress, it is helpful to read the guidance on [[Costume#Inappropriate_Costume\|corsets]] on the main costume page.
	{{CaptionedImage\|file=Shakespeare.jpg\|width=300\|align=right\|caption=Avoid ruffs and oversized ~~colars~~ that flare out around the head}}		{{CaptionedImage\|file=Shakespeare.jpg\|width=300\|align=right\|caption=Avoid ruffs and oversized collars that flare out around the head}}
	Leagueish shirts are not worn with cravats and do not have cascading lace at the throat in a ‘highwayman’ or Regency style. They can have a higher neckline to keep out the cold but tend not to have pointed collars, lapels or buttons all the way down in the way a modern formal shirt would. The ideal sleeves are not tight to the arm, and long trailing sleeves that flare to a trumpet or bell shape at the wrist or dagged sleeves are less appropriate in the League, as they are iconic for Dawn.		Leagueish shirts are not worn with cravats and do not have cascading lace at the throat in a ‘highwayman’ or Regency style. They can have a higher neckline to keep out the cold but tend not to have pointed collars, lapels or buttons all the way down in the way a modern formal shirt would. The ideal sleeves are not tight to the arm, and long trailing sleeves that flare to a trumpet or bell shape at the wrist or dagged sleeves are less appropriate in the League, as they are iconic for Dawn.

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	[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frock_coat Frock coats], [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greatcoat greatcoats], [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tailcoat tailcoats] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spencer_(clothing) Spencer jackets] are all from a much later period than the inspiration for the League. They are not appropriate for use in Empire. Likewise, military jackets such as the ones worn by [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hussar hussars] with elaborate gold braid or [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epaulette epaulettes]. Elaborate powdered wigs like a [https://www.britannica.com/topic/peruke peruke] that were made popular by [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louis_XIII Louis XIII] are not appropriate.		[https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Frock_coat Frock coats], [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greatcoat greatcoats], [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tailcoat tailcoats] and [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Spencer_(clothing) Spencer jackets] are all from a much later period than the inspiration for the League. They are not appropriate for use in Empire. Likewise, military jackets such as the ones worn by [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hussar hussars] with elaborate gold braid or [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epaulette epaulettes]. Elaborate powdered wigs like a [https://www.britannica.com/topic/peruke peruke] that were made popular by [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louis_XIII Louis XIII] are not appropriate.

	Our look and feel for League priests draws inspiration from the garments worn by Christian clergy, but you should avoid anything with uniquely Christian symbolism. Please ensure your priest costume does not feature Christian or Celtic crosses or [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christogram christograms] such as ‘IHS’ or the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chi_Rho Chi Rho]. If you are using any ~~commerically~~ made or second hand vestments, please make sure they don't incorporate any real-world religious iconography. If you are wearing a chasuble in the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chasuble#Current_usage 'gothic'] style, which is loose and flowing, you must not wear one with decorative strips on the body of the chasuble that form a Y-shape, which resembles a Christian cross when the arms are held open.		Our look and feel for League priests draws inspiration from the garments worn by Christian clergy, but you should avoid anything with uniquely Christian symbolism. Please ensure your priest costume does not feature Christian or Celtic crosses or [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Christogram christograms] such as ‘IHS’ or the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chi_Rho Chi Rho]. If you are using any commercially made or second hand vestments, please make sure they don't incorporate any real-world religious iconography. If you are wearing a chasuble in the [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chasuble#Current_usage 'gothic'] style, which is loose and flowing, you must not wear one with decorative strips on the body of the chasuble that form a Y-shape, which resembles a Christian cross when the arms are held open.

	A [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Codpiece codpiece], a triangular piece of material covering the fly attached to the front of hose, is acceptable, provided it conceals rather than emphasizes the shape. The ideal codpiece is streamlined and discreet, not protruding. Codpieces must not violate our conduct rules on [[Conduct#Sexual_Activity_and_Performances\|sexualising the environment]].		A [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Codpiece codpiece], a triangular piece of material covering the fly attached to the front of hose, is acceptable, provided it conceals rather than emphasizes the shape. The ideal codpiece is streamlined and discreet, not protruding. Codpieces must not violate our conduct rules on [[Conduct#Sexual_Activity_and_Performances\|sexualising the environment]].