Vikings have six completed seasons under its belt and have become a fascinating story about the history, religion, family, and battles of this time period. From stunning fighting gear to gorgeous wedding outfits, this show has certainly blown away all fans with its rich and authentic costumes.

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While it makes the show appealing to the eye, there is actually a lot more than just meets the eye when it came to the costume designers creating each piece. With deep roots in culture to impressive hand-stitching, here are 10 details about the costumes that actually have historical meaning.

The Dash Of Color

The creators of this show, and all those involved, tried their hardest to make this series about more than brutal and vicious Vikings. Their culture is rich, and the costume designers did everything they could to be authentic to that.

Of course, Vikings actually used a lot of color in their clothes. They dyed articles with berries, usually, which gave their furs and leather a unique look. The designers definitely brought this to life beautifully.

The Animals Are Nods To Their Gods

From furs to symbols of ravens, animals are a huge part of Viking culture. Odin's symbol is the raven, which can be found pretty prominently around Ragnar, since he is the Earl and, say, the leader, of his people.

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As far as furs go, animals were extremely significant in offering sacrifices, feeding families, and making clothing. While these animal-inspired looks are stunning, they're also totally powerful.

Women Wear The Same As Men To Battle

Unlike most television series set in this time period, the creators of Vikings wanted to prove that women were actually just as fierce warriors as their male counterparts. They wore the same armor to battle and fit in perfectly.

While this might be a feminist nod to current times, Lagertha's clothing is actually incredibly purposeful to show how democratic and advanced the Viking culture actually is. Lagertha's clothing is far from innocent or naive.

The Color Black Is Meant To Symbolize Death

Floki in a black hood

It might be obvious that Vikings usually wear black to battle. While it certainly looks cool, black is meant to symbolize a coming death. When someone sets out to kill, they will likely be adorning this dark color.

Of course, fans should rewind to their favorite (or most gruesome) deaths, and take a peek at what the killer is wearing before they commit the deed.

The Vikings Were Metrosexual

Metrosexual refers to when men have certain care and interest in fashion. Costume designer Joan Bergin discussed how the Vikings took their clothing very seriously, including when they returned from battle.

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Fans might have noticed that the men and women look roughed up, but their clothing and hair isn't actually battle-worn at all. This isn't a mistake but is done on purpose. Apparently, Vikings always took extra clothing to their battles, and we're very serious about appearance - and hair combs.

Eyeliner Was Actually Very Prominent

It might seem that makeup shouldn't exist or have a role in Vikings time, but dark eyeliner was made from charcoal and other natural ingredients. It was used to keep the sun out of one's eyes when engaging in battle.

Of course, it also offers a menacing and strong look to whoever wears it. So rather than a fashion statement, these dark-lined eyes have real history, and practical, meaning.

The Thick Textures Are Representative Of Complexity

Joan Bergin is the head costume designer for this show, and she's given many interviews and statements about the purposefulness of her work. She discusses how the textures of the costumes - such as thick knots and intricate threading - are meant to show how complex and methodical the Vikings were.

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They certainly didn't just toss fabric together, and this is another way of showing that Vikings are far more than the stereotype of being simple and brutish savages.

Religious Leaders Wore Simple Clothing

Religion was a huge part of Viking history and remains a large part of the plot of this series. From the seer to the Christian priests, there surprisingly is a lot of similarities, even between different religions.

Even after Athelstan is captured, he continues to wear some pretty simple, loose-fitting, and dark-colored clothing. This is certainly on purpose, and not just for fans to distinguish religious figures, but for historical accuracy.

Lace & Fine Textures Were Extravagant

This amazing cast brought to life these incredible characters with the help of some beautiful costumes. While the battle outfits are pretty incredible, there is also a much more beautiful and delicate side, which fans get to see from scenes with weddings.

From fine lacing to gorgeous and shining embroidery, even the Vikings knew how to dress brides and grooms in a way that was elegant and beautiful. In fact, these sparkly and stunning looks certainly give a nod to history, where weddings were one of the most extravagant events in this culture.

Every Costume Says Something About The Character

While this is certainly a trick used for television and films, it does nod back to many aspects of the Vikings' history. Ragnar Lothbrok, a leader, wears clothing that allows him to stand out. On the other hand, characters like Siggy were colorful, but plain, clothing to symbolize their modest role.

Outfits adorned by the characters, both historically and on television, provide information about who they were and what they stand for. Of course, it has a huge role in reputation and status.

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