SPANISH FARTHINGALE

Underskirt made stiff by a series of circular hoops that are stitched into the underskirt and increase in width from the waistline to the hemline.

Was used by women from all classes.

Neckline And Sleeves

High and low necklines were fashionable

Stand-up collar, open at the throat, topped the high neckline.

Tudor square neckline was softened into a slight curve.

Sleeves emerged from puffed-out shoulders to fit.

Bishop sleeves - fell full from the shoulder until the tight wristband.

False sleeves - hung behind the real ones

Masks and fans were worn at the court

The women from this era seems unapproachable and formidable.