Dryad Spaulders / Pauldrons

The texture on these Dryad collection pieces are phenomenal, from the grooves in the bark of the Dryad's Gorget and Pauldron, to the layered leaves of the Oak Leaf Pauldron that are perfectly complemented by the Woodland Witch Belt I ordered to match. Pip has been wonderful to communicate with during every step of the ordering process, and I'll definitely be coming back when I'm ready to expand my collection.

I wear my armor pieces for LARP and they've held up so well after almost a year of use. They're truly so beautiful and add just the right element for my character, and I know it's not just my bias because I get complemented on these pieces every time I wear them to game. I love that I'm able to fasten my armor by myself, but it is definitely easier if you have a set of helping hands, particularly for the gorget. They're also fairly comfortable, the only time I have trouble with them is when I'm trying to carry bags on my shoulders or leaning my head substantially one way or another, but that's to be expected with the constraints of a gorget and the leather tie attachment I chose for the pauldrons.

You see folks at the ren faire's in their plate armour - with no circulation, jangling about metallically, reflecting the sun onto a dry patch of grass which suddenly bursts into flames - and I have the utmost respect for that commitment. However, if your goal is to look sexy, earthy, awesome AND be comfy and cute, I highly recommend the leather armour (pauldrons, bolero, honestly anything) to fit your needs.

I wore the Dyrad's Clavicle Vest along with the Dryad Pauldron and the Oak Leaf pauldron (leaving one review for all of em'... much easier) for my Peter Pan cosplay as well as my Halsin from BG3 cosplay. I got so many compliments, and nearly all of it was on the stunningly made armour (and not the hot glued pants...).

Ethically and locally made, using sustainable material, in adjustable sizes so you can wear it forever, and pass it along or share it amongst friends. Thank you, Foxes & Ravens, for crafting unique, inclusive products <3 I can't wait to return to the Dryad Forest for more goodies!