Medieval Cloaks

Medieval Collectibles offers a full line of medieval and fantasy-styled cloaks, full-length robes, and period capes. Our medieval cloaks and hoods are the perfect winter garments, as a nice warm cloak will keep you toasty in cooler weather while still providing a cloaked period look. You may even add a flair of beguilement to your cloth covering, as it conceals your actual costume–a coat, a tunic, or even armor–underneath.

Complete Your Look with Authentic Cloaks

Whether you need a cape or cloak to show off a mysterious character for Renaissance festivals, LARP, weddings, theater, or any fantasy event or occasion, we are the place to find the cloak or other outer garment you need. Our items are suitable for most historical periods and characters. These traveling cloaks are designed to conceal modern attire and enhance your historical role, turning every costume into a display of authenticity.

Each Renaissance cloak and medieval hooded cape we offer is made of heavyweight, high-quality materials. We use a variety of fabrics, including velvet, wool, linen, and canvas, to mimic the material and feel of the textiles used in making traditional cloaks in the past. Some items are lined and trimmed with polyester fur, giving them an authentic look and a touch of hidden luxury under the garment’s bell-like shape.

Know the Best Travelling Cloak for Your Period Look

Hooded cloaks and capes serve the same purpose as jackets in the modern era: to protect people from harsh elements like wind, cold, or rain. They are generally fastened at the neck or over the shoulder and may come with a hood. Their length can vary from down to the ankle, the mid-calf, or shorter to the hip. These garments were once a means of detection prevention, helping the wearer hide in the darkness or blend into the crowd in bustling cities like London.

Later, wearing a cloak or hood to match the inner outfit was considered fashionable. As trade flourished among European countries due to peace and stability, new fabrics for clothing were invented. As fashion became more well-known, royals and nobles used luxurious fabric to signify wealth and status. The word “cloak” holds elements of gothic and historical mystery, emphasizing its role in practicality and fashion.

Browse Our Wide Collection of High-Quality Cloaks and Capes

We carry many cloaks, robes, mantles, and capes. Ideal for men and women, these capes or covers are available full-length, shoulder-length, and everything in between. Browse our selection, and you will discover a great piece of authentic medieval outerwear for any particular character. Whether it’s a dark velvet cloak designed alternatively for special occasions or a simple wool garment meant for daily wear, you’ll find it in stock here.

Regardless of your choice, we make acquiring your dream cloaking cover easy as we tell

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best material for a cloak?

The best material for a cloak depends on what you want or who you want to dress up as. Wealthy nobles and royals favored luxurious textiles with gold and fur trim for their covers, while the poorer folks used cheaper materials. Velvet remains a popular choice for those seeking a rich, textured feel in their garment without being too heavy–especially if they have to wear it over their shoulders.

What were medieval cloaks made out of?

Many fabric types were used in medieval times to make a warm, sturdy cloak. Softer, finely woven fabrics tend to be more expensive. A range of textiles were created in varying weights and qualities and were available to those who could afford them. Some of the materials used during that time that could be found in a typical cloak included wool, linen, hemp, cotton, silk, fur, and leather.