Landsknecht Sleeve Waterfall

Epic Armoury’s Landsknecht Sleeve Waterfall captures the unmistakable energy of Renaissance battlefields and festival squares. These sleeves are bold, slashed, and built for characters who make a statement. With their layered, flowing silhouette, they echo the extravagant flair that defined Landsknecht fashion in the 16th century. And while they’re designed to match the Landsknecht doublet from the Yoremade collection, they’ll just as easily bring drama to any historical, theatrical, or fantasy ensemble you’re building.

Brushed wool over a lining of soft cotton, these sleeves aren't flashy showpieces—these are useful costuming items. The tiered panels cascade down the arm in waves, each panel slit extravagantly to reveal the contrasting under-cloth beneath. That old "waterfall" effect gives a sense of movement even if you're standing still—and when you do move, those folds ripple and billow like parade banners.

They're secured with a sturdied pair of eyelets and brass-tipped tie-strings, lacing directly to their corresponding doublet. That way, you can take them on and off as you go about, or even pair with the Bloom variation to create your very own bespoke combination. The tie system also accommodates easy adjustment for comfort, even on long day-long events, under armor, or layered into full Renaissance finery.

History That Wears Well

Crafted from 16th-century paintings, museum-preserved clothing, and tapestries, these sleeves evoke a time when fashion was as battle-hardened as combat itself. Clothing was one way in which Landsknecht mercenaries conveyed power, identity, and terror; such sleeves were the focal point of their dress. The Waterfall pattern imparts your gear that same ageless assurance.

Whether you’re commanding attention at court, striding through camp, or marching onto the field, these sleeves complete your look with theatrical flair and lived-in realism. They are not just for dressing up—they’re made to be worn, moved in, and shown off.

Details That Count

• Outer layer made of brushed wool for warmth and structure

• Soft cotton lining for comfort and breathability

• Triple-tiered slash segments for a cascading look

• Slashed outer fabric reveals contrasting color beneath

• Attaches with brass-tipped tie-strings and reinforced eyelets

• Designed to pair with Epic Armoury’s Landsknecht doublet

• Historically grounded in 16th-century visual sources

• Available in Green/Red and Red/White

• Sizes: S, M, L, XL, 2XL

Pair it with matching breeches, the Landsknecht doublet, and one of our iconic puffed hats, or let the sleeves stand alone in a more minimalist outfit. Either way, the Waterfall Sleeve turns every gesture into a performance—and every costume into a story.