Buying the correct size is only the first step. Plate armour that fits badly can move around, pinch your body, restrict your joints or interfere with other pieces of armour. The solution isn't always to tighten the straps or order a larger size. Sometimes the problem is padding, positioning, articulation or the way two pieces of armour interact.

This guide walks through the practical process of measuring for plate armour, checking individual pieces, testing movement and troubleshooting common fitting problems before you wear the armour for a full day

Choosing medieval footwear depends on more than appearance. Discover how to match shoes and boots to knights, Vikings, nobles, merchants, peasants, LARP characters and more, with practical guidance on period, character and comfort.

Discover how medieval, Viking, Roman and Tudor footwear was made and worn. Explore historical shoes and boots, traditional materials, archaeological evidence, reenactment footwear and practical buying advice.