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Green "Castle" Gown
Marian and Robin search for the most import document in Nottingham...
The under dress of this ensemble is made from the same fabric used in Marian's Red "Casino" Skirt, although here it is a muted shade of brown. The raised areas of the material have a velvety look while the main body of the fabric appears very light and sheer. The under dress has long, fitted sleeves that end just below the wrist. The skirt of the gown appears very full and sweeps the floor. We never see the bodice of the gown. (Another theory is that the sleeves may be actually sewn in to the "vest" piece and the skirt is separate.)
The vest fabric is striped in various shades of green and has a subtle bit of "shine" to it. Both the neckline and the front of the vest end in a V. The back of the neckline is high and circular and the vest laces down the back. The vest appears to be constructed using princess seams (like most of Marian's garments) and the front lacing is purely decorative. It's difficult to see clearly, but a narrow cording seems to run through small brass rings (or hooks), lacing up over a green inset piece (which looks like the same fabric as the Marian's "scarf").
The olive green scarf looks appears to be made from a long, wide strip of fabric, which is run through two thread/cording loops on the shoulder of the vest. This creates the "draped" look at the front and the excess scarf fabric hangs down the back of the gown (I can't quite see how far it goes, but I'm guessing it's around fingertip length).
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Peasant Disguise
There's a "plague" in Nottingham, but Marian has her own suspicions...
This sweet "peasant" dress is nearly identical to the cream and blue costume in Part I. The real difference is in the fabric - here it's a small circular pattern in charcoal grey, probably made in a light cotton blend. The bodice has a scoop neckline with elastic/gathering around it, creating a tiny ruffle. There is also a bit of ruching/gathering over the bust. The strange thing here is a small piece of fabric on the left side of the bodice in a different shade. It looks like a "patch".
The sleeves have a slight fullness, ending below the elbow with elastic and a ruffle. The dress is high-waisted, and appears to be about ankle length. A very interesting detail is the side lacing that runs down the sides of the "skirt" part of the dress. Thin cording runs through tiny little loops, revealing a placket of the same fabric as the dress. From one picture it looks like this placket ends at the knee, leaving an open slit to the hem (any thoughts on this?)
The cape is made from a grey material with little fabric "nubs" all over it - raised bumps that add texture. It has a hood and ties at the neck. I can tell from future episodes that it is mid-calf length (trying not to spoil future costumes by showing the images now!). Marian wears adorable, black leather flats, which lace up over her ankle with a wide ribbon or strap.
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Well, this brings us about half way through season two! Some really great ensembles still to come!
Screencaps from Robin Hood 2006
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