Astrid Shift in Ivory White – Cotton Medieval Underdress for LARP, Renaissance & Reenactment Costumes

Product Description

The Astrid Shift in Ivory White is a simple and practical slip-on underdress made for costumers who need comfort, authenticity, and versatility in one garment. Its relaxed shape makes it ideal for wearing beneath overdresses, gowns, bodices, tunics, robes, aprons, cloaks, or armor layers. Whether you are dressing for a Renaissance faire, a LARP event, a historical reenactment, a theater production, or a fantasy cosplay, this ivory cotton shift provides a clean and believable foundation.

Made from 100% cotton crepe, the fabric is light, breathable, and comfortable against the skin. The loose fit helps air circulate, making it a practical choice for long event days and layered costume wear. The full-length body reaches from the shoulders toward the ankles, while the wide gusseted skirt gives the garment plenty of room for walking, sitting, dancing, and active movement.

The roomy drop-shoulder sleeves create a soft medieval-inspired silhouette, and the cotton drawstring ties at the wrists allow the sleeves to be gathered when you need them out of the way. The Ivory White color is especially useful for traditional chemise styling and pairs easily with nearly any outer layer, including earth-tone gowns, leather belts, corsets, bodices, surcoats, aprons, and cloaks. It can be worn as a historical undergarment, a costume base layer, or a simple standalone dress for peasant, villager, healer, priestess, noble, or fantasy character outfits.

Features

• Breathable 100% cotton crepe: Lightweight natural fabric helps keep the wearer comfortable during long events and layered costume wear.
• Classic slip-on underdress: Easy to put on and ideal as a foundation garment beneath medieval, Renaissance, fantasy, or Viking-inspired clothing.
• Loose, relaxed fit: Provides comfort and freedom of movement for LARP, cosplay, faire, theater, and reenactment use.
• Wide gusseted skirt: Adds fullness and flexibility so the dress moves naturally while walking or sitting.
• Ankle-length design: Offers traditional coverage and works well as a chemise, shift, underdress, or simple costume dress.
• Roomy drop-shoulder sleeves: Gives the garment a soft historical appearance while allowing easy arm movement.
• Drawstring wrist ties: Cotton ties let you gather the sleeves at the wrist to keep them secure and practical during wear.
• Ivory White color: A traditional and versatile shade that works beautifully beneath gowns, bodices, aprons, cloaks, and layered costume pieces.
• Protects outer garments: Helps keep more detailed or expensive costume layers cleaner by serving as a washable base layer.
• Multiple size options: Available in S/M, L/XL, and 2XL/3XL to suit a range of costume needs.

Specifications

• Product Name: Astrid Shift in Ivory White
• Brand: Epic Armoury
• Category: Medieval Underdress / LARP Dress / Chemise / Costume Shift
• Recommended For: LARPers, cosplayers, Renaissance faire attendees, reenactors, theater costumers, and medieval clothing enthusiasts
• Use Case: Costume base layer, underdress, chemise, medieval shift, fantasy dress, historical-inspired garment, or simple standalone costume dress
• Color: Ivory White
• Material: Crepe, 100% Cotton
• Universe: Stalwart
• Available Colors: Midnight Blue, Epic Black, Ivory White
• Available Sizes: S/M, L/XL, 2XL/3XL

Size Measurements

Size	Length	Neck Width	Chest Width	Sleeve Width	Sleeve Length	Weight
S/M	57.1 in.	9.8 in.	21.7 in.	9.4 in.	21.7 in.	10.1 oz.
L/XL	59.1 in.	9.8 in.	27.6 in.	10.2 in.	29.5 in.	11.7 oz.
2XL/3XL	61 in.	9.8 in.	33.5 in.	11 in.	23.6 in.	13.1 oz.

Measurements are approximate and may vary slightly due to fabric behavior, garment construction, and normal manufacturing tolerances.

History / Background

Shifts and chemises were historically worn as women’s undergarments beneath outer clothing throughout much of medieval and early modern Europe. These simple base garments helped protect more costly outer layers from daily wear while providing comfort next to the skin. Gussets, often triangular pieces of added fabric, were traditionally used in garments to improve shape, fit, and movement. Epic Armoury’s Astrid Shift takes inspiration from this practical historical garment tradition and adapts it for modern LARP, Renaissance faire, reenactment, cosplay, and fantasy costume use.

The Epic Armoury Astrid Shift in Ivory White is an essential foundation piece for building a comfortable and authentic-looking medieval or fantasy wardrobe. Its breathable cotton fabric, flowing cut, adjustable sleeves, and traditional ivory color make it easy to layer under elaborate costume pieces or wear as a simple character dress. Practical, versatile, and timeless, this shift is a dependable choice for LARP, Renaissance fairs, reenactments, theater productions, and cosplay events.

Care Instructions: Machine washable in warm water with similar colors (Wash separately first time). Do not bleach. Tumble dry on low heat (may shrink 5%). Dress may be ironed on a medium heat level.
Please note: Dress only; other items not included.