Melrath Fashion

Melrath Fashion

Raelia:

Within the metropolis of Raelian clothing often follows fashion trends albiet all clothing worn is kept quite simple and elegant. Men and women of the working class will often wear belted wool robes that are subtly embellished with metallic or colorful thread along the trim.

The aristocracy of Raelia, specifically those that are members of one of the six great Houses wear elegant long robes or gowns that are typically belted with silken sashes rather than the simple leather belts that the other Melrathi might don. The wealthy will go to great lengths to acquire rich, deeply dyed fabrics for use in their clothing and especially in their cloaks. It is also quite common for the Embla of the wealthy to be written in either metallic ink or laid out in intricate gold leaf designs.

The poor of Raelia who managed to scratch out a living are lucky to own even a single warm coat that isn’t thin and threadbare. Those that do not contribute to society are left to deal with their problems on their own.

Fensalir:

Clothing within Fensalir is typically made from light comfortable fabrics that are embellished with fur or leather. Belted tunics are a common sight along with leather armor worn by the local rangers.

There are few within the city that are wealthier than others as most everything is shared fairly freely. Everyone contributes what they can to the community so that no one freezes in the cold or goes hungry. Those with wealth tend to wear rich soft leathers embellished with exotic furs and gold ornamentation.

Noatun Village:

The citizens of Noatun are perhaps the least pretentious residents of Melrath. This village of sailors and fishermen often wear simple canvas or cotton tunics that are belted at the hips or waist with either cord or a rope of braided leather. Dyed fabric is rare here and is considered a luxury. Only those with wealth manage to wear anything with a lick of color to it.

Scarves are popular among the people here as they help retain warmth and they allow for a bit of individuality. Because of this, the craft of knitting and crocheting is quite popular. Those who are skilled in the craft love to make woven sweaters and vests for their loved ones.

Vorkund:

The clothing in Vorkund is as gritty and sturdy as the people. Clothes are made from thick leather, often harvested from local elk or rams that are hunted on the mountainsides. Cuffs and collars are typically lined in thick wolf’s fur. Fur cloaks are especially popular, especially those with a layer of oil cloth or leather to help ward off the damp cold of snowfall.

If there is any ornamentation it is typically no more than embellished pewter buttons and belt buckles. Jewelry is rare here, even the wealthy rarely wear it since it’s seen as garish to the people of Vorkund.

Alivilda

The citizens of Alivilda have two types of clothing. One set is a simple tunic and leggings of undyed cotton that is excellent to wear during the hot days in the fields. Though many of the men will go the day wearing just the leggings. The second set would be there public clothing that they wear for celebration or when meeting with people visiting the village. This more elaborate costume is composed of tunics dyed in the colors of their hold with fur trimming, and a wide worked leather belt. They all wear black leggings though to show community. During the colder season they all wear fur coats over their clothing to fight off the cold.

Verimeer

Clothing is not a common attribute for the Dwynmer tribe but much like their city, the Mer do enjoy their colors. Using the same paint they use for their Etchings they have taken up the art of body paint instead of clothing. The more colors the more beatific they are considered. That is not to say they do not wear any clothes, the people of Verimeer often adorn simple to extravagant headpieces made from all manner of sea life.

The non Mer within the city will often take up the same style (Tunawa growing beautiful flower head pieces, Avriel will wear brightly colored feathered headpieces, etc) and will be naked themselves save for their body art in the warmer seasons. "

The Wilds:

Within the Wilds of Melrath people are seen in thick fur coats and sturdy leather boots. Everything is oriented around survival. During the Hot Cycle those living in the wilderness might wear loose flowing tunics along with similarly cut pants and skirts. Dyes such as blue and a bright yellow are favored by the locals of the Wilds. The colors mimic the hues of the earth and sky that they live on and beneath. Little thought is given to jewelry or ornamentation, the most anyone will wear is a particularly well crafted belt buckle or leather corded necklace.