Another Bridal Habit of a Lady of Cologne in 1588

by Thomas Jefferys

This particular picture, which is made famous in the 18th century compendium of Thomas Jefferys, depicts the particular Another Bridal Habit of a Lady of Cologne as she appeared in the year 1588. The picture provides an interesting insight into the fashion world of the Holy Roman Empire during the Renaissance era.

Though Thomas Jefferys published this particular picture in the 18th century, his publication was actually a laborious archiving of the habits (clothing) worn by different people in different nations at various times in history. This particular picture acts as a connecting link for the year 1588 when Cologne was a prospering part of the Hanseatic league.