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Mythic Renaissance Medieval Irish Costume Over Dress & Chemise Set (XXS/XS, Black) Review

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Description of Mythic Renaissance Medieval Irish Costume Over Dress & Chemise Set (XXS/XS, Black)

polycotton. POLYCREPE ~ Top quality polycrepe handpicked by us to develop a high quality costume for the price over 20 years ago. RENAISSANCE 2-PIECE COSTUME ~ Irish colorful overdress to wear over cream renaissance chemise. IRISH DRESS / COMFORT ~ We created this design with comfort in mind. Very wearable in those hot summer festivals and adjustable to fit your body shape. Developed in the 90's in our California studio, it has been widely copied both here and abroad. MYTHIC CHEMISE ~ Developed with our Irish Dress to create a flattering costume reasonably priced for women of all sizes. FABRIC SAFETY ~ US Lab tested for toxicity and flammability. Passed all requirements. More information below under product description on this highly important subject. QUALITY ~ Over 20 years ago, we developed a series of costumes based on the concept of quality for less. It may not sound very innovative now but at the time, there was little to choose from that wasn't $200+ for a simple costume. Our idea was not to provide Guild costumes, which can run in the thousands, or those cheap costumes that are a dime a dozen, but to provide a quality costume for its price for those who enjoy visiting Faires and still play a part by looking the part. STRAIGHT FORWARD ~ Our costumes are an excellent deal for this price range. Our fabrics are tested for safety, which is a huge issue these days, thanks to corners cut in fast fashion. We offer a safe alternative between the superior quality, expensive costume and the cheap untested one. With this in mind, you will be ecstatic with what you receive. GUARANTEED ~ If for any reason you are not satisfied with your costume, like all Amazon stores, we accept returns for a full refund. Please return them in new condition so small businesses may continue to thrive. ABOUT US ~ We are a small, U.S. based, woman-owned, family business. We have owned this business for almost 30 years and plan to pass it down to future generations. We are ecstatic that our original designs have been so well received and thank each of our customers for supporting our small business.
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Revainrating 5 out of 5

Perfect for first-timers

Went to the Ren Fest for my first time with my fiance this September and the dress was very flattering! I'm roughly 175 lbs (79 kg) and 5'10 (178 cm) so I ordered a L/XL (in "Pink"). A medium maybe would have worked but since the dress has the ability to be tightened I'm glad I sized up and not down. Saw several other people in the same dress but just in different colors so if you want to be really unique don't go with this one. But if you are like me and just want to dip your toes in the idea…

Pros
  • 1.57 pounds
Cons
  • The black color may fade over time

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Best costume ever- MUST BUY!

Love love love. Received so many compliments. Blue dress was a size small and fit my friend who is 5’7 and around 150lbs. It was snug but fit well.The pink I wore and was a gorgeous color. It was a size medium/large and was a little big but I loved cause it was a little longer. Hits right at my ankle. I’m 5’8 and 140lbsMy daughter is in the green dress and this was my favorite color! She ordered the XS and she wears a size XS in womens and is 5’3.

Pros
  • IRISH DRESS / COMFORT ~ We created this design with comfort in mind. Very wearable in those hot summer festivals and adjustable to fit your body shape. Developed in the 90's in our California studio, it has been widely copied both here and abroad.
Cons
  • The costume may not be suitable for those who prefer modest clothing

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Beautiful dress! best in my review

This was a great dress for use at the Renaissance Fair. I saw several other people with very similar dresses, which makes me wish I had a color other than the default green to stand out a bit more. But the green is very pretty. The chemise is a little thin and sheer, but it's flowy so it bunches up and you can't see anything through it. If it had been colder outside it definitely wouldn't have kept me warm. I didn't like the straps on the shoulders because they felt unnecessary but it seems…

Pros
  • Works well for both casual and formal events
Cons
  • The costume may not be suitable for those who prefer clothing with pockets

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Beautiful, but the material is not at all breathable.

This is beautiful and it fit well. I would happily wear it to an indoor or evening event. The color description said, and showed, steel blue. I would call this more of a light cornflower blue. No gray to it. If you’re going to Renaissance Festival and you’re looking for a period correct outfit, try to find something made out of cotton or linen. Especially if you are going somewhere in 90+ degree weather, and sunshine. This dress DOES NOT BREATHE. I have never been so hot in my life. I truly…

Pros
  • Buena calidad
Cons
  • The costume may not wash well and could easily become damaged

Revainrating 5 out of 5

its adjustable, and feels like silk

this dress is popular on amazon and several shops selling the same one. However, the dress from this shop fits closest to true to size, I'd recommend buying the size you normally wear. Other shops selling the same dress you have to buy a couple sizes up to fit you. I wear a large/XL is various things 16s and 18s in pants. This dress fit me, it was adjustable in the tops of shoulders, in the back and the front. The material feels like silk, its not stretchy but I gave 5 stars for stretch because

Pros
  • ABOUT US ~ We are a small, U.S. based, woman-owned, family business. We have owned this business for almost 30 years and plan to pass it down to future generations. We are ecstatic that our original designs have been so well received and thank each of our customers for supporting our small business.
Cons
  • The costume may not be suitable for those with disabilities or mobility issues

Revainrating 4 out of 5

5'5 ft - 150 lbs review (S/M)

After I read the reviews and sizing chart, I ordered a size S/M and crossed my fingers. I do wish I ordered a size up just for breathability and some extra comfort. The white dress beneath fits as expected, but the red tunic overtop is a bit uncomfortable when laced up (even when adjusted), especially when sitting. That being said, the overall quality of the materials used, the stitching, and the attention to detail is DEFINITELY worth the price. It exceeded my expectations and doesn't at all…

Pros
  • MYTHIC CHEMISE ~ Developed with our Irish Dress to create a flattering costume reasonably priced for women of all sizes.
Cons
  • The costume may not be authentic Renaissance or Medieval attire

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Perfect for any renaissance occasion!

I ordered this costume on a whim for Halloween and it did not disappoint. I read it ran on the smaller side so I sized up to a L/XL (normally wear a 10 in jeans) and it fit perfectly, although I’m sure the smaller size would have fit just fine as it was relatively loose and the entire costume was adjustable. The costume comes in two pieces, and was machine washable which is always a relief. Washing didn’t release some of the wrinkles but they came right out with a steamer. The costume is very…

Pros
  • Comfortable fit allows for extended wear
Cons
  • The costume may not be suitable for those who prefer minimalist attire

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Love this piece! on my review.

i bought this for Ren. Fair & it was worth the money. It was made surprisingly well for the price & was as described. I received many compliments on it & will buy again in a different color. Only thing I wish was if the sleeves weren’t so light right before it flares out. I have larger shoulders & arms so it was a tad tight. It does bleed alittle onto the white dress underneath but not as much as I thought it would. I’m 5’4” & it was about two inches too long but not bad. I’m 220lbs. & a 38B so

Pros
  • Beautiful dress! Im 5’4 and it’s the perfect length.
Cons
  • The XXS/XS sizing may exclude people from purchasing this costume

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Great dress for a festival!

Overall I’m really pleased. The underdress and light and flowy. It isn’t very sheer. It does a good job at mostly covering my black under garments. Enough that I don’t feel weird if I had to wear darker under garments and be concerned they showed too much.The over dress is nice. I’m glad you can adjust at the shoulders. I have a sizable bust and couldn’t wear it like in the picture. It created a weird side profile and make it uncomfortable. I had to let it out at the shoulders to compensate and

Pros
  • Clothing, Shoes & Jewelry
Cons
  • The costume may be difficult to put on and take off

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Well-made costume - my new review

This is a really well-made costume. It doesn't feel cheap--it seems like something that can be worn many times. I made sure to wash the red overdress first since some of the other reviews mentioned the dye bleeding onto the white underdress. I originally ordered the XXS/XS, but this was a little too tight for me. I am 5'4" and about 125 lbs. The S/M size fit a lot better.

Pros
  • Can be dressed up or down depending on the event
Cons
  • The costume may not be suitable for those with a preference for practical clothing

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Great piece! good for me

I originally decided to return this item because it wouldn’t have gotten here before a party that my angsty preteen is attending and she had picked another costume at Spirit Halloween 🙄. Well, it arrived much earlier than anticipated and my daughter absolutely loved it…so much so that she agreed to pay me back since she’d already gone over moms "costume per kid threshold”!The seller was gracious and quick with accepting the return. Even though I won’t be returning the item, I feel like this is

Pros
  • Fits well. Corset can be loosened or tightened for a better fit. Good quality material
Cons
  • The costume may not be suitable for all body types

Revainrating 3 out of 5

It's just.fine. - my new review

It might as well be sold at Spirit Halloween. The "soft poly crepe" feels kind of like a plastic bag (and I just hope our festival falls on a cooler weekend, because it doesn't breathe.) The white chemise is a bit sheer and offers no stretch (generally fine) except in the elastic around the neck; generally fine though I did hear a bit of popping as I tried to zhuzh everything into a nice position. The overdress is the same material and does fall rather nicely. There's two ties, one in back and…

Pros
  • QUALITY ~ Over 20 years ago, we developed a series of costumes based on the concept of quality for less. It may not sound very innovative now but at the time, there was little to choose from that wasn't $200+ for a simple costume. Our idea was not to provide Guild costumes, which can run in the thousands, or those cheap costumes that are a dime a dozen, but to provide a quality costume for its price for those who enjoy visiting Faires and still play a part by looking the part.
Cons
  • The costume may not be warm enough for colder weather

For reference, I am 5 feet and 8 1/2 inches tall. I am about 185 pounds. I bought a size L/XL and it fit perfect. I chose this dress because it is good quality and most affordable. I took away one star because by the end of the day, some of the coloring of the second outer layer blead onto the dress that was layered underneath. To be fair though, it was very hot outside. This dress held up very well. Compared to the other dresses I saw, it was not too hot and it did not feel like I was wearing…

Pros
  • Unique and eye-catching design is sure to stand out
Cons
  • The chemise may easily become twisted or take away from the overall look of the costume

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Perfect for Ren Faire or Halloween costume

Bought this for Halloween. I was pleasantly surprised at the quality of this dress. The under dress is somewhat shear, but once you put the over piece on it is perfect. What I love is you can make it loose or tighter depending on your needs. Loved the green color and received lots of complements.

Pros
  • FABRIC SAFETY ~ US Lab tested for toxicity and flammability. Passed all requirements. More information below under product description on this highly important subject.
Cons
  • The costume may not be appropriate for all events

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Pretty, but too long

I am 5'5" and 105 lbs. and I bought this in size S/M according to the chart/reviews. Even with the ties, it is still very, very roomy on me, and it is also very long (which other reviewers noted, so I was prepared for that). I'm pretty lanky, so it didn't surprise me that the elastic in the arms is too wide, the ties on the front/back/sleeves don't tie tight enough to fit me how it's "supposed to fit", etc.That said, it's a very pretty dress. I thought I was ordering something of a…

Pros
  • Design lends itself to a variety of medieval-inspired hairstyles and accessories
Cons
  • The costume may not be suitable for those who prefer adjustable clothing

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Highly recommend - get this dress!

I was so impressed with this costume for the price! I got a ton of compliments and I loved that it came with a matching mask. It was very lightweight and the sleeves didn't get in the way or bother me at all. I'm 5'7" and it was the perfect length for me, not touching the ground at all.I love that it ties front, back and shoulders so it's completely adjustable. If I could change one thing, it would be to make the under dress cream or beige instead of bright white. I'm too messy of a person and…

Pros
  • Well-made and holds up to repeated use
Cons
  • The costume may not be suitable for those who prefer loose-fitting clothing

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Long enough for tall women.

I liked the way it looked on me. However,. The green was not a dark green but more like a kelly green. I returned it as it would not go with my tartan scarf.

Pros
  • Easy to pair with other medieval-themed accessories
Cons
  • The costume may not be easy to accessorize

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Good quality! Lots of room

It’s made really well doesn’t feel like a cheap costume! The white dress is super stretchy and flowy & fit just fine. The red dress has adjustable strings to tighten or loosen so that’s great as well. I’m inbetween a 2x-3X and the 1x-2x fit just fine especially since I’m bigger up top it fits around my chest just fine and is flattering! Excited to wear this. Also I’m 5’7 and the white part hangs just on my foot a little so you’ll see feet but the red part is longer and touches the floor if…

Pros
  • 11.85 x 10.75 x 4.05 inches
Cons
  • The dress and chemise may need to be ironed before wearing

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Simple to wear: my feedback

Love how it fit, I got a lot of compliments on it. The cloth used is soft and it didn't smell weird when I took it out the plastic either.The only thing I can complain about is that this does not come with care or wash instructions. I ironed it on low with no steam and that worked. I'll have to guess on what the washer settings are so I don't ruin it.

Pros
  • My Nephew is getting married at a Rennisance fair.
Cons
  • The black color may not match some people's preferences

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Perfect Dress in my review

I purchased this dress for a renaissance festival and loved it. The material is comfortable and the dress is made well. I felt it was flattering for me as well.

Pros
  • High-quality materials and construction ensure durability
Cons
  • The dress may not flatter all body types