Red Wool Hooded Cloak and Robe, Worn Four Ways for LARP and Cosplay
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Red wool hooded cloak that switches between a cloak, a cape and a full robe, made for LARP players, cosplayers and ren faire regulars who want kit tough enough for real field use, not just a photoshoot. One garment, four ways to wear it. Measurements, styling and care below.
One size. Designed in-house, trading since 1994. Ships in 1 to 3 business days.
The four configurations all come from one set of side buttons and panels, so the same cloak covers a warm night encounter, a hands-free fight, and a formal court look without you carrying three separate garments.
Why this cloak
- Switches between cloak, cape and robe. Buttons on both sides let you fold back one panel for weapon access, both panels for a cape drape, or rebutton at the shoulders for a robe.
- Built for real events, not photoshoots. The wool blend is picked for durability at outdoor events, the kind of kit that holds up after the cheap option has already ripped.
- Layers over your existing kit. Sits over a tunic, gambeson or light armour without pinning your arms, with room for a sash or belt at the waist.
- Generous hood for cold and rain. The deep hood gives warmth and cover on night encounters, and the wool resists light rain.
- One size, designed by Chow. Cut to fit a wide range of builds, designed in-house and suited to systems like Empire, Lorien Trust and Curious Pastimes.
What is the Red Wool Hooded Cloak and Robe?
A red wool hooded cloak and robe is a single convertible garment that buttons into four configurations: a full cloak, a one-panel weapon-access cloak, an open cape, and a shoulder-buttoned robe. It is cut one size from a durable wool blend with a deep hood, and suits LARP, cosplay and ren faire characters from ranger to warlord.
Most people buy their first cloak cheap, then replace it after one wet weekend when the seams give out. The red wool hooded cloak and robe is built the other way round: heavier fabric, finished to last, designed by Chow to be worn and used at events rather than photographed once. Red reads as a strong colour for a warlord, a fire mage, or any character who wants to be picked out across a field at dusk.
A fixed cloak only hangs one way. This one changes shape from the same set of side buttons. Fold back one panel and your sword arm is free. Fold back both and it drapes as a cape over armour. Rebutton at the shoulders and it sits as a robe. The wool blend is breathable enough for daytime and warm enough for a night encounter, and the deep hood pulls up when the weather turns. It resists light rain. It is not waterproof, so heavy downpours still call for a shell over the top.
The cloak is one size and cut to layer over a tunic, gambeson or light armour without bunching at the shoulders. Length runs around 49 inches from the shoulder, long enough to read as full-length on most builds without dragging. For a finished look, pair it with a hood underneath and a sash or belt at the waist to break up the line. It ships ready to wear in 1 to 3 business days.
| Spec | Description |
|---|---|
| Garment | Hooded cloak and robe, convertible |
| Colour | Red |
| Material | Wool blend |
| Hood | Yes, deep |
| Styling options | 4: full cloak, one-panel weapon access, cape, robe |
| Closure | Buttons both sides, double-breasted crossover |
| Length (from shoulder) | Approx. 49 inches |
| Sizing | One size |
| Care | Cold machine wash, do not tumble dry |
Who this cloak is for
- A LARP player who wants one piece that covers warmth, weapon access and a court look without packing three garments.
- A cosplayer building a ranger, mage or warlord look who needs a red cloak that photographs well and survives a full convention.
- A ren faire regular after a hooded cloak that reads period without spending a full kit budget.
- Anyone replacing a cheap cloak that ripped after one event and wanting kit that lasts.
- A gift buyer shopping for a partner who plays, where one size takes the sizing guesswork out of it.
FAQ
I'm 6ft and 150lbs, will this red cloak fit me?
Yes. All Chows Emporium products are one size, and this cloak is cut to fit a wide range of heights and builds. It hangs around 49 inches from the shoulder, so it reads as full-length on most people. If you have a question about measurements before ordering, send the details over and we will check the fit against the garment for you.
Is this wool cloak waterproof?
No, it is not waterproof. The wool blend resists light rain and keeps you warm through a cold evening, which covers most outdoor events. For heavy or sustained rain, wear a waterproof shell over the top. Treat the cloak as a warm layer rather than a raincoat and it does its job.
Can I wear this cloak over armour?
Yes. The cut leaves room to layer over a tunic, gambeson or light armour without pinning your arms. The side buttons let you fold one panel back for weapon access, fold both back to wear it as a cape over armour, or rebutton at the shoulders for a robe. One garment covers several looks across an event.
Will I be charged customs or import duties?
Possibly, depending on where the order ships. Any customs or import taxes are set by the destination and are the buyer's responsibility, separate from the order total. If duties are a concern, check your local thresholds before ordering so there are no surprises on delivery.
How do I wash a wool cloak?
Cold machine wash, then lay or hang to dry. Do not tumble dry, as heat can shrink and felt the wool. Spot-clean small marks between events to keep washing to a minimum. Check the care label on your cloak before the first wash.
**Buyers are responsible for any customs and import taxes that may apply.**
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