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Long Camel Cloak with Brooch
Frustrated as she is by Robin's behavior, Marian executes a desperate plan for his escape.
Frustrated as she is by Robin's behavior, Marian executes a desperate plan for his escape.
The cloak (or cape) is long and full, gathering at the wide neckline and sweeping down along the ground. The fabric looks like a camel-colored suede and the cape is lined with quilted (in a small diamond pattern) brocade in ivory. The hood is very full and is trimmed with a thin strip of white fur. The oversized wooden brooch is brillantly handpainted in red, white and blue. Early on in the film she wears another brooch that appears to be square and fringed, but there are no good images available.
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Orange Appliqued Gown
Undaunted by the disapproval of those around her, Marian continues to spy out the castle... and keep Sir Guy at bay.
This brilliant orange gown features a unique combination of embroidery and appliqué at the neckline, sleeves and hem. From the front, the neck embroidery comes down right above the
chest in an intricate design including leaves, flowers and cording (which hangs in a few loops). The
appliquéd base is a muted brown and the colors are layered in red, white, green and many other shades - it ends just under the arm. The embroidery becomes narrower over the shoulder and continues around the back, where it is hidden by Marian's hair. Each wrist-length sleeve features more appliqué, as does the hem. The dress is mid-calf length and slits up the front to the hip, revealing a floor-length underskirt in dark red. This gown appears to be made from a lightweight stretch fabric, considering the way it molds tightly and drapes - it also features a detachable belt made from the same fabric and closed with another intricate brooch/buckle. The dress laces up the back.
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Beads and Buttons Overdress
Getting nowhere in the Sheriff's counsel, Marian is determined to find out who is responsible for the mysterious shootings.
This overdress is worn over the gray wool gown worn earlier in the series (on further examining of the dress, I don't think it is 100% wool - the corase weave and tightly molded fit make me suspect that it may be a heavy knit of some sort). The overdress appears to be a sort of jumper made from a sheer fabric and ending at the knee. The color is a deep purple/gray and it features buttons, beads and embroidery at the neckline and hem in similar shades. It is hard to see exactly what the design that comes down over the chest is, but it reminds me of something from a coat of arms. The buttons line the shoulder straps and neckline.
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I'll try and post Part III next week - one of my favorite ensembles will be featured!
Screencaps from Robin Hood 2006
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