Sumptuary Law Research
One of my favorite research projects is the work I am doing on Sumptuary Laws. I was inspired by my dear friend who introduced me to SCA and to the topic. Since then, my interest has grown into a work in progress (as of the writing of this posting) for our society quarterly, the Compleat Anachronist and a class I have taught at two events, which I have now broken down into more than one class. Those who know me, know that I love all the medieval clothes! I frequently refer to my garb closet at SCA Barbie (TM) because I have to have all the outfits! That is my joy and part of the fun of this game is that I can do that. I'm not required to stay in one style of dress or persona. So what does this have to do with Sumptuary Laws? And what are Sumptuary Laws? Well, Sumptuary laws were laws that were passed to control what people wore- clothing and the accessories, how festivals and funerals were celebrated- this included baptisms and marriages, and even the transportation they u
