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16 February 2024 | Posted in:  Costume Guides |

Get Creative with Medieval Costume Ideas

Getting creative with costumes is one of the best parts of dressing up! If you’re looking for some medieval costume ideas that are sure to impress your mates, you’ve come to the right place. Whether you want to go full-on Renaissance prince or just throw together something quick and easy, we have you covered.

We have medieval costume ideas, Renaissance costume ideas, and king and queen costume ideas galore to sure to spark your imagination. Medieval costumes are a great way to add some fun and creativity to any party, and they can be made with items that you might already have in your closet. 

Read on to find out how you can create a unique medieval-inspired look of your own.  

Knight in Shining Armor 

What better way to channel your inner knight than by dressing up as one? With this medieval costume idea, you can go all out and buy a suit of armour or keep it simple with a plastic toy set (hey, if it works, it works!). 

If you want to do something a bit more original, try layering some chainmail over a velvet cape and adding a sword belt and some boots. Of course, no knight costume is complete without a helmet—so make sure you invest in one if you really want to be authentic. 

You could also get a group of guys together and take this medieval costume idea to the next level by going as a group as the knights of the round table!

Medieval Maiden 

For those of us who prefer dresses over suits of armour, why not dress up as a Medieval maiden? This is the ultimate female renaissance costume idea. Long flowing gowns were all the rage back then, so grab yourself a floor-length dress and cinch it at the waist with an ornate belt. Top off your look by pinning on some fabric flowers and ribbons for an extra touch of femininity. 

Remember: when it comes to Medieval maiden costumes, the most traditional piece of clothing is the surcoat - it’s long enough to reach just above the ankles and features full sleeves. Look for colours like blue, green, red, purple, yellow, or white; fabrics can range from linen to velvet. Then add a pair of tights and boots in black leather; don't forget gloves and jewellery as well! 

King and Queen Costume Ideas

Image of a King and Queen

Royalty was huge during the Middle Ages—so why not dress like royalty for your next renaissance costume idea? To dress like the king or queen of old, grab yourself some velvet robes and top them off with a fur-trimmed cape. Then add on some gold jewellery (including crowns!), sceptres, gloves, and boots for that extra regal touch. 

Don’t forget about makeup either—the royals loved their cosmetics during this era so get creative with eyeshadows, lipsticks, and rouge!  

Viking Costume Ideas

Have you ever wanted to go Viking? Well, now's your chance with these awesome Viking costume ideas. Whether you're dressing up for a fun medieval-style party, or just want to stand apart from the crowd with an eye-catching Viking costume, our range of Vikings clothes and accessories will let you step back to that swashbuckling rune-taker era. 

Make a statement with complete Viking Ragnar clothing, or dress it up a bit more with one of our renaissance costumes for a truly royal look. It doesn't matter if you're headed to Valhalla or the local bar; Viking costumes from us make sure you always look the part!

Find Medieval Costumes in Australia

If you’re looking for fun yet historically accurate medieval costume ideas this season, then look no further! Whether you want to be a Knight in shining armour or royalty from centuries past, there are plenty of options out there waiting for you to explore. 

For the littles in your life, we also have Disney princess costume ideas so they can accompany you to your next medieval costume party. So what are you waiting for? Gather your supplies, get creative, and have fun bringing these medieval costume ideas to life! 

Shop our huge range of medieval and renaissance costumes today.