Easily understandable and well-founded, this handbook guides the reader through the complex world of medieval clothing. It explains the basics and meanings of various materials, sewing, stitching, and textile techniques, as well as the prerequisites, limitations, and possibilities of research. An analysis of the surviving medieval garments allows for the presentation of developmental lines from 500 to 1500. Explanations of the reconstructed tailoring techniques of the Middle Ages, along with a detailed, illustrated catalog of preserved garments and reconstruction drawings, complete the handbook. Thus, this handbook is essential for understanding, reconstructing, and researching medieval clothing.