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World Costume for Theatrical Productions
Burghal Gnomes
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Burghal Gnomes don't appear to have a traditional costume
in the usual sense. There is no particular cut of garment,
weave of fabric, or shade of color that sets them apart. It
is only their inventiveness that gives them distinction. Cast-off
or otherwise appropriated garments find new life and new purpose
in the hands of a Burghal Gnome. Whether cut down to size
in unusual ways or refitted as an entirely different item,
their clothing is rarely what it first appears to be. The
sheer number of assorted containers dangling off their small
bodies tend to obscure most details about the clothing underneath.
The look is usually mismatched and threadbare, but intriguing
nonetheless.
The exception to this is the Winedotter gnomes, who are generally
seen attired in livery of an appropriate color for the house
they serve. For men, this entails a cutaway coat amply ornamented
with buttons and braid. The female servants wear a high-waisted
dress with a full, pleated skirt. Added to this are removable
cuffs and a collar, as well as a full or half apron.
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