Boys Knickers, Vests, Shirts and Caps
Pioneer Fashion for Boys was very simple.
Because the
prairie was mostly dirt and mud, men and boys did not wear long pants.
Pants
were made of wool and when wool gets wet, it takes a very long time to dry.
So,
men and boys wore their pants buckled or buttoned just below the knee to keep their pants dry and clean.
Shirts were full and long to double as night shirts and pants were held up with suspenders.
Our knickers and shirts are modified from the authentic style.
Knickers
Our knickers are
made of a polyester twill fabric for easy washing.
Available in 2 Styles.
Elastic waist and velcro closure cuff allow for various body types.
$20.00
Elastic waist and elastic gather below the knee.
$16.00
Available in black, brown, navy,
and grey.
In sizes small,
medium and large.
(Extra small and extra large are also available).
Vests
Our short cropped three button vest is very appropriate for the prairie.
Available in solid color, stripes and plaids. Fully lined.
In
sizes small, medium and large. $20.00
| Newsboy Caps |
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| Available in various plaids and checks |
Caps
Newsboy caps top off
the look of the pioneer boy.
One size fits most 7 to 10 year olds.
In various solid, stripe and plaid prints. $12.00
Accessories
Suspenders...$14.00
Available in navy, brown, black and khaki
One
size fits boys ages 7 to 11
Over-the-knee socks....$4.00
Available in navy, black, hunter green, burgundy and white
Size 8-9 (fits size 12 to 6 shoe); Size 9-11 (fits size 6 to 9 shoe)
Special Note from Carole:
For one day programs and to go easy on any budget, boys are very easy to dress for this funfilled day.
To get the Knicker look, any pair of dress pants can be rolled up and cuffed just below the knee.
Uniform or kneesocks will cover the legs. Wear dark shoes or boots.
For a shirt, most programs only require that your youngster wear a button down the front,
long sleeved shirt.
It usually can be any color, blue or grey, does not have
to be white, and does not require
the stand up collar of my shirts. It can also
be striped or plaid, even flannel.
Golf caps or driving caps are a good substitute
for my newsboy caps and sweater vests
are appropriate and acceptable.
Tin pails are available at Home Depot in the paint department. About $3.50, they are a good size for any lunch.
Or chop down a branch and tie up the lunch in a large cloth napkin or bandanna.
Use your imagination and have fun!
