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White Chemise With Ribbon Accents
Nothing goes as planned...
This chemise is given all of a few minutes of screen time, and is mostly covered by a blanket, but we can pick out a few details. The fabric appears to be a lightweight off-white (amost yellow) colored material, probably a cotton, as it appears to have some stiffness to it. The neckline of the chemise is slightly gathered to a narrow "yoke" piece, which is trimmed in burgundy ribbon, tying at the center front. The sleeves gather into wide cuffs, also trimmed in two rows of burgundy. It appears that the ribbons tie to hold the cuffs together, in place of a traditional button. It appears in the first picture, as John is putting her down, that the chemise laces up the side with ribbon. There are two visible "x"s. This may be functional or purely for decoration.
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Gold Wedding Gown and Embroidered Veil
Is appears to be too late for a happy ending...
This is one of the most complicated and exquisite gowns in the whole series. It is made from a lovely gold brocade fabric with large flowers and leaves embroidered all over it. The fabric appears to have some real body to it, reminding me of tafetta. It features princess seams at both the front and back of the bodice and a low sweetheart neckline. The front of the bodice laces up with gold cording. The sleeves are fitted into the shoulder and come down to a snug point over the hand. The skirt of the dress is a bit of a mystery. It appears to be gathered or pleated into the waistline, is very full and may train down slightly in the back.
The veil that is worn with the dress is constructed from two pieces. The back piece is made of lace (with an appliquéd lace edge) which hangs far down the back of the dress (it may even trail on the ground). The front piece of the veil is plain net (although exquisitely embroidered with flowers and leaves) and has lace appliqued all along the edge. It hangs down to the neckline edge. The two pieces join together at the crown of the head and are accented by seven large white/gold flowers and leaves. The ensemble is finished off with a long golden belt, studded with gems and hanging down at least to the knee. Marian also has a ring with four large stones. Underneath the gown she wears white pants/leggings. From the one picture where they are clearly visible, it is hard to tell features she wears white boots or some sort of slippers. Regardless, this is one masterfully designed and executed gown... and a series favorite.
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I hope you all have enjoyed this (rather extensive) peek in Marian's wardrobe from Season One of the BBC television series Robin Hood. If you have interest in seeing Season Two's costumes covered as well, let me know. I plan on taking a break first, but we'll see. I'm hugely enjoying the second season and there are just so many lovely designs! Inspiration abounds! :)
Screencaps from Robin Hood 2006
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