[Ansteorra] Period raingear

[letebts at earthlink.net]

I'd be interested too. Perhaps a general post or posted point to visit might
be a help to others who are interested, as well? Anyone else interested?

Lete



on 3/5/03 6:45 PM, Susan at slpatch at mfire.com wrote:

>
> Susan wrote:
>> Just a curiousity question here: Is there a period equivalent to the
> umbrella as we know it? When did they come into common usage for rain
> protection? Just wondering.
>>
>>
>
> Greetings From Alina:
>
> I use the modern equivalent of an umbrella. For me personally, I don't care
> if
> my umbrella isn't period. I'm still going to use it because I chose to try to
> stay dry and that also includes any other rain gear.
>
> Alina
>
> Greetings Mi'Lady,
>
> I agree, staying dry is the paramount concern! I also revert to the slicker
> and umbrella when the rains set in. But it would be interesting to research
> the historical precedent behind this. Did they use oilskins? Ansteorran
> thunderstorms certainly give ample impetus to such an endeavour! Gives me
> something to do since I won't make GW this year. ;)
> Has anyone else done serious research on this? I'd be interested in hearing
> from you.
>
>
> Lady Wilhelmina Catharin de Rochelle, House RavenOak
>
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