This collection is inspired by the costumes worn by the Praetorian Guard founded by Augustus as a personal bodyguard.

The Praetorians wore special uniforms, received more pay than the legionnaires, and they were the only troops stationed in Italy.

Their influence brought several emperors to power.

Famous pieces of roman military uniform are "lorica segmentata", a leather breastplate allowing great agility of movement and the helmet with plumed crest.

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