My Kingdom for a Hat!
Whatever Renaissance faire you attend, it’s likely you’ve enjoyed wearing, observing, or even making hats. Renfaire garb isn’t truly complete without the proper chapeau to top off a delightful costume! From mushroom caps to crowns, you’ll spy most of the … Continue reading My Kingdom for a Hat!
The Business Side of Renfaires
Many of us who have worked professionally in the realm of the Renaissance frequently hear patrons exclaim, “This must be the best place to work! You’re always surrounded with the magic of the place!” And that is very true. Nonetheless, … Continue reading The Business Side of Renfaires
A Beginner’s Guide to Observing Beltane
Social media might lead you to believe that to engage with paganism or witchcraft, you have to embrace a certain #witchlife aesthetic, which often involves the purchase of a bank-draining amount of crystals, herbs, and ritual tools. However, this could … Continue reading A Beginner’s Guide to Observing Beltane
Fairy Circle and Earth Magic
A core value here at LadyFaire Magazine is the appreciation of our beautiful planet. After all, almost every Renaissance festival happens outside. As we anticipate the future of this industry, it becomes clear that caring for the planet is going … Continue reading Fairy Circle and Earth Magic
Let Us Love Winter
January and February can be damp, gray, and cold, but they can also be crystal clear, white, and beautiful. What matters more than the weather is that we reach out to each other, connect, and make memories. We check on … Continue reading Let Us Love Winter
From French Hood to Tiara: Not Just A Beauty Queen
Renaissance Festivals have been a springboard to many artistic careers, from magicians Penn and Teller to Hollywood director Andy Fickman, but something many don’t realize is how many people have found their experience working at a festival to be an aid … Continue reading From French Hood to Tiara: Not Just A Beauty Queen
Folklore and Humanity – A Review of Botanical Folk Tales of Britain and Ireland
Have you ever noticed that when you’re walking the lanes of a Renaissance or medieval faire, there is a distinct love of all things connected to the United Kingdom? A generalization, to be sure, but Renfest enthusiasts are often devoted … Continue reading Folklore and Humanity – A Review of Botanical Folk Tales of Britain and Ireland
A Corset Story
Of course, we’ve all seen women walking the lanes at the Renaissance festival in gorgeous court gowns, shimmery fairy costumes, and simpler merchant-class dresses. But perhaps there is no more ubiquitous clothing item at the RenFaire than the corset. Curvy, … Continue reading A Corset Story
Hildegarde von Bingen: The OG Badass Medieval Abbess
In our era of truly impressive women who lead and serve (still a ways to go, but progress is happening!), we don’t always know about the trailblazers who were cutting a wide swath of feminine power. Meet Hildegarde von Bingen, … Continue reading Hildegarde von Bingen: The OG Badass Medieval Abbess
Featured Artist: Magnolia Strange
Sometimes, we encounter a spirit so radiant with joy that it seems to just seep through the body’s pores to shimmer in the air and light upon anyone lucky enough to be in that spirit’s path. Magnolia Strange is one … Continue reading Featured Artist: Magnolia Strange
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