Transport yourself to 18th century Scotland with our exquisite Historical Costume, inspired by the famous Outlander TV show and Claire Fraser's iconic style. This beautifully handcrafted outfit is perfect for reenactments, historical events, or adding elegance to your wardrobe.
The historical costumes features a steel blue linen bodice with metal eyelets for a perfect fit. The lace-up bodice is complemented by a boned Outlander Tartan stomacher.
Celebrate your love for Outlander with this stunning costume, designed with attention to detail and crafted from high-quality materials. Embody the spirit of Claire Fraser and embark on your own time-traveling adventure with this meticulously crafted historical costume.
Design Features of our Historical Costume in Steel Blue Linen & Outlander Tartan Shawl
The Dorine Costume
Our historical costume is not only visually stunning but also designed with care and attention to detail. Embrace your inner Claire Fraser and make a statement at your next event. This beautifully designed 18th Century outfit is sure to turn heads and leave a lasting impression.
The Lace-up Bodice
Meticulously made from steel Blue linen and lined with cotton for ultimate comfort, this bodice offers a perfect blend of style and functionality. With boning in the back seam and both sides of the front opening, it provides the essential structure for a flattering fit. The pre-shaped sleeves elegantly end at the elbow, adding a touch of grace to your ensemble.
Delivered with an Outlander tartan stomacher, our historical costume is a complete and versatile garment that will transport you to the world of historical fashion.
The Skirt
The skirt consists of 2 steel Blue linen panels, connected at the sides while leaving the upper ends open on each side. This design enables easy wearing of the skirt.
The panels of this historical skirt feature 18th-century-style pleats. At the front, pleats extend towards the sides, while at the back, they converge in the middle. In the photos, the skirt is worn over a bustle pad, which adds volume to the hips and accentuates the waist's slenderness.
The Shawl:
Measuring approximately 130 cm, this double-layered shawl offers generous coverage and warmth. Made from the genuine TV show tartan plaid, crafted from pure wool woven in Scotland, it exudes a one-of-a-kind artisanal charm.
The rich hues of the Outlander tartan make a striking impression, sure to captivate history enthusiasts. This exquisite piece elegantly captures the essence of the Highlands, inspiring admiration for years to come.
Fabrics And Care of our Historical Costume in Steel Blue Linen & Outlander Tartan Shawl
The DORINE costume is made of prewashed medium-weight linen (205gr/m), in a range of colors matching Atelier Serraspina's color palette.
Outer Fabric and Skirt:
- 100% European medium weight linen - 6.05 oz/yd² / 205 g/m²
- Prewashed and mechanically softened
- Fabric woven according to universally accepted quality requirements which correspond to OEKO-TEX 100 standards.
Bodice & Sleeves Lining:
- Composition: 100% Cotton
- Type of fabric: Poplin
- Approximate weight: 110 gr/m²
Stomacher & Shawl:
- OUTLANDER Authentic Premium Wool Tartan Fabric
- Made in Scotland by the same weavers from the series Outlander
- 100% premium wool 12oz
Care Instructions:
To care for your historical costume, we recommend dry cleaning only, ensuring your costume remains in pristine condition for all your historical adventures.
Outlander Tartan Plaid
This tartan is meticulously designed to replicate the original as closely as possible, using natural dyes derived from vegetation available to the clan.
The colors, brown and grey, serve as effective camouflage during hunting expeditions. The Fraser tartan for OUTLANDER, inspired by the Fraser Hunting Weathered Tartan, was carefully chosen to suit the show's time period and setting.
- The Outlander weavers paid close attention to detail, ensuring the colors and weaving style accurately represented the era and region of the Fraser Clan.
- Outlanders weavers took great care to design with the colors and style of looming that would have been available at the time and area of the Fraser Clan
- Tartan crafted with a hopsack plain weave with a wash to give it a natural and genuine look
How to put on your Historical Costume in Steel Blue Linen & Outlander Tartan Shawl
To wear your historical costume, please follow these steps:
Skirt:
- Secure the linen skirt by tying the back panel ties and knotting them at the front.
- Adjust the front panel by wrapping it like an apron around the waist, making a double turn.
- In the accompanying photos, the skirt is styled with a bustle pad to add volume to the hips and highlight the waist.
Bodice:
- Put on the jacket.
- Cross the cord through the metal eyelets, starting from the bottom and going to the top.
- Before tightening the drawstring, slide the stomacher behind it and ensure a comfortable, snug fit around the chest.
About Sizing
Finding the Right Size:
Please refer to the size chart to select the correct size for your bodice. Keep in mind that an historical costume doesn't follow standard sizing, so getting an accurate fit is important for comfort and effectiveness. Here's a complete guide on how to measure yourself.
Custom Sizing:
If your measurements don't align with the sizes on the chart, we recommend choosing the "custom size" option. After placing your order, submit your measurements through our Custom Sizing Form as soon as possible. Delay in receiving your measurements will also delay your order.
Processing Times
All our garments, including the DORINE Costumes, are handmade in our workshop in Spain. Each piece is crafted with love and care, using the finest materials to ensure excellent quality. These garments are meant to be cherished for years to come.
Please note that our items are meticulously handmade, which means it will take some time for us to create them. The typical production time for a DORINE historical costume in linen and tartan ranges from 6-8 weeks, depending on the current order volume. Keep in mind that the processing time does not include shipping.