HIGHLIGHTED HELMETS

In fantasy and science fiction, helmets continue to captivate our imagination. With its menacing silhouette and mechanical respirations, Darth Vader's helmet has become an icon of villainy, embodying the character's complexity and the consequences of his choices. Similarly, with its winged design, the helmet of Marvel's Thor immediately distinguishes him as a being of power and nobility, a visual cue to his godly heritage and heroic purpose.

These helmets, whether borne of myth or media, serve as talismans, imbuing their wearers with the essence of their character. They are not just protective gear but are portrayers of story, personality, and power, turning the wearer into a symbol of greater ideals or darker realities.

Adding a visually striking helmet to your costuming kit can do the same for your character! Watch this video to learn how to customize your helmet to suit your character's story and personality.

HOW TO CUSTOMIZE YOUR METAL HELMET?

THE GREAT HELM & JOUSTING GLORY

Beyond their functional role in protection, helmets served as a canvas for expressing identity and status in the medieval era. The Great Helm, made famous by the templars and later used for grand tourneys, with its imposing silhouette, was a symbol of the knightly class, often adorned with crests, coats of arms, and other heraldic symbols to signify lineage and allegiance. This practice turned the battlefield into a pageant of colours and symbols, where a helmet could tell friend from foe at a glance.

As the Middle Ages progressed, the advent of tournaments brought about the development of specialised ceremonial and jousting helmets. These pieces were heavier and more elaborately decorated than their battlefield counterparts, designed not only for protection but to dazzle the audience and celebrate the chivalric virtues of the wearer. Some jousting helmets were crafted with visors that depicted human or animal faces, turning the helmet into a work of art. Our selection of helmets honours these traditions, offering both functional replicas for reenactment and ornate pieces for collectors. Each helmet tells a story of valour, artistry, and the relentless human pursuit of excellence.

WE TEST BONKED SOME HELMETS,
SO YOU DON'T HAVE TO

How well do modern medieval helmets protect against impact? We used a frying pan to test it out! Join us for this fun bonking-game!