The crusades first started by Pope Urban II who wanted to retrieve Christian land from the Muslims who ruled them. This feat launched seven crusades before it ended during the 13th century. During this era, trade was a great commodity and vast. This may have influenced costumes worn in the era. Fabrics and raw material were widely available which made garments and changed the social status associated when wearing them, however, peasants costumes were relatively unchanged during this period. The crusades were a period of fashion has changed relatively faster than previous eras. Political, socio-economical, and social events have one way or another influences garments that were being worn by both sexes. Fashional appearance among all levels of
