One of the best things about the Renaissance period was the rich variety of outerwear that completed a woman’s ensemble. While a cloak isn’t always classified as an accessory, it served two essential purposes: providing warmth and lending an elegant, dramatic finish to the silhouette. You can buy Renaissance-style cloaks at Scarlet Darkness to complement a Renaissance gown.

Women wore cloaks and capes throughout the Renaissance as both statement pieces and practical layers. At our store, you’ll find several types to choose from:

Renaissance Cloaks

• Shape and length: Floor-sweeping mantles for grandeur, practical mid-length capes for ease, and short shoulder wraps for light coverage.
• - Construction: Options with generous hoods or standing collars, and closures such as ties, buttons, or brooches that make dressing simple while adding a focal detail.
• - Color and trim: Deep burgundy, forest green, indigo, and black are classic choices.

A cloak is the final touch that pulls an outfit together. Whether you lean toward courtly splendor or clean, functional lines, a Renaissance-style cloak offers elegance, comfort, and lasting wear.