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Title: Costume buying guide
Post by: Noriko on December 17, 2012, 07:22:25 PM
This is a guide listing various websites where you can buy costumes. I read through all threads about costumes and searched the web to collect this information. I have only included websites that sell items which can readily be used for a costume without the need to modify it. The first section of this post lists websites that offer items specifically designed for Star Wars costumes. In the second section you can find other costume pieces, which can be used in a Star Wars context, but are not specifically designed for that purpose.

There are subsections for different costume items, e.g. for robes. If forum members have reviewed these websites, I have mentioned if the reviews were generally good or mixed. (I have not included websites that only got bad reviews.) I have also listed prices for typical items. Note that these prices were valid when I wrote this post, but they might change in the future. The prices are only supposed to give you a rough idea, which costumes could be within your budget. Also note that detailed custom costumes can be significantly more expensive than the standard costumes listed here.

Finally, please contribute if you know any other places that offer costumes, boots, ...
Any reviews or experiences are also welcome.



Star Wars Specific


Tunics, tabards, obis, and full costumes:

Twin Roses Designs (http://www.twinrosesdesigns.com)
http://www.twinrosesdesigns.com/Mens%20Clothing%20for%20Sale.html#Jedi_Style_Tunics_Obis_and_Tabards (http://www.twinrosesdesigns.com/Mens%20Clothing%20for%20Sale.html#Jedi_Style_Tunics_Obis_and_Tabards): standard cotton tunics, tabards and obis
http://www.twinrosesdesigns.com/Star%20Wars%20Inspired%20Clothing%20Portfolio.html (http://www.twinrosesdesigns.com/Star%20Wars%20Inspired%20Clothing%20Portfolio.html): custom made Star Wars costumes
Has received very good reviews by forum members. You can buy standard costumes, or have a costume made after your individual ideas.
Standard cotton tunic sets (consisting of tunic, obi and tabards) are between 130$ and 150$.


My Wicked Armor (http://www.mywickedarmor.com)
http://www.mywickedarmor.com (http://www.mywickedarmor.com)
Incredibly awesome costumes with armor and masks. He works on commission, but apparently gets a lot of requests. He does not accept all commissions.
I couldn't find any prices on the website. But these high quality products are not going to be cheap.


Eiyame (http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?action=profile;u=8808)
Costumes: http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=12923.0 (http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=12923.0)
Costume Designs: http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=11643.0 (http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=11643.0)
Etsy: http://etsy.com/shop/aetherealdesigns
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AEtherealDesigns/
To get a hold of Æthereal Designs, please message them on Etsy or Facebook.


Corellian Imports (http://www.corellianimports.com)
http://www.corellianimports.com/force-desciple-uniforms.html (http://www.corellianimports.com/force-desciple-uniforms.html)
Very good reviews by forum members.
Tunic, obi and tabards for 199$.


Museum Replicas (http://www.museumreplicas.com)
http://www.museumreplicas.com/g-1-star-wars.aspx (http://www.museumreplicas.com/g-1-star-wars.aspx)
Licensed replica costumes. Mixed reviews from forum members. Many items are overpriced.
Full Obi-Wan costume including inner and outer tunic, obi, tabards, pants, robe, belt and boots for 1300$ (without boots for 1050$).


Historical Clothing Realm (http://www.historicalclothingrealm.com)
http://www.historicalclothingrealm.com/official-replicas-star-wars.html (http://www.historicalclothingrealm.com/official-replicas-star-wars.html)
Licensed replica costumes. Same products as Museum Replicas, but a bit cheaper.
Full Obi-Wan costume including inner and outer tunic, obi, tabards, pants, robe, belt and boots for 1235$ (without boots for 997.50$).


Buy Star Wars Costumes (http://www.buystarwarscostumes.com)
http://www.buystarwarscostumes.com/authentic-star-wars-costumes.html (http://www.buystarwarscostumes.com/authentic-star-wars-costumes.html)
Many of the "authentic Star Wars costumes" seem to be out of stock at the moment.
Darth Vader costume for 750$.


Jedi Robe (http://jedi-robe.com)
http://jedi-robe.com/49,star_wars_costumes___adult.html (http://jedi-robe.com/49,star_wars_costumes___adult.html) (UK)
http://www.jedirobeamerica.com/49,star_wars___replica_costumes.html (http://www.jedirobeamerica.com/49,star_wars___replica_costumes.html) (USA)
These are websites of the same company; one ships their product from the UK, the other one from the USA.
Good reviews from forum members.
Obi-Wan or Anakin costume including inner and outer tunic, obi, tabards, pants and robe for 160$. Darth Maul costume for 200$.


Across the Galaxy (http://www.across-the-galaxy.com)/khloeskustomklothing (http://www.etsy.com/shop/khloeskustomklothing)
http://www.across-the-galaxy.com (http://www.across-the-galaxy.com)
http://www.etsy.com/shop/khloeskustomklothing (http://www.etsy.com/shop/khloeskustomklothing)
The same shop under different names. Good reviews by forum members.
Anakin costume including inner and outer tunic, obi, tabards, pants and robe for 250$. Darth Maul costume for 195$.


Cosplaysky (http://cosplaysky.com)
http://cosplaysky.com/cosplay-costumes/movie-costumes/star-wars-costume.html (http://cosplaysky.com/cosplay-costumes/movie-costumes/star-wars-costume.html)
Mixed reviews from forum members. Can be a good budget option, but you only get what you pay for.
E.g. Obi-Wan or Anakin costume including inner tunic, outer tunic, tabards, belt, pants and robe for 128$.



Robes:

Twin Roses Designs (http://www.twinrosesdesigns.com)
http://www.twinrosesdesigns.com/Coats%20and%20Robes%20for%20Sale.html#Jedi_Style_Robes (http://www.twinrosesdesigns.com/Coats%20and%20Robes%20for%20Sale.html#Jedi_Style_Robes)
Has received very good reviews by forum members.
Brown or black cotton twill robes are 135$, wool robes are 175$. Other colors or different styles are available as custom order.


Mystik Merchant (http://mystikmerchant.com)
http://mystikmerchant.com (http://mystikmerchant.com)
Very good reviews from forum members.
Poly/cotton robes are between 99$ and 169$.


Museum Replicas (http://www.museumreplicas.com)
http://www.museumreplicas.com/g-13-cloaks-jackets.aspx (http://www.museumreplicas.com/g-13-cloaks-jackets.aspx)
Licensed replica robes. Mixed reviews from forum members. Many items are overpriced.
Wool robes between 249$ and 295$. Luke Skywalker cape for 175$.


Historical Clothing Realm (http://www.historicalclothingrealm.com)
http://www.historicalclothingrealm.com/official-replicas-star-wars.html (http://www.historicalclothingrealm.com/official-replicas-star-wars.html)
Licensed replica robes. Same products as Museum Replicas, but a bit cheaper.
Wool robes between 236$ and 280$. Luke Skywalker cape for 166$.


Buy Star Wars Costumes (http://www.buystarwarscostumes.com)
http://www.buystarwarscostumes.com/authentic-star-wars-costumes.html (http://www.buystarwarscostumes.com/authentic-star-wars-costumes.html)
"Authentic Adult Jedi Robe" for 99$. "Collector's Jedi Robe" for 296$.


Jedi Robe (http://jedi-robe.com)
http://jedi-robe.com/98,star_wars_costumes___adult.jedi_robes.html (http://jedi-robe.com/98,star_wars_costumes___adult.jedi_robes.html) (UK)
http://www.jedirobeamerica.com/98,star_wars___replica_costumes.jedi_robes.html (http://www.jedirobeamerica.com/98,star_wars___replica_costumes.jedi_robes.html) (USA)
These are websites of the same company; one ships their product from the UK, the other one from the USA.
Good reviews from forum members.
Robes for 64$.



Belts:

Corellian Imports (http://www.corellianimports.com)
http://www.corellianimports.com/beltsinstock.html (http://www.corellianimports.com/beltsinstock.html)
Custom made leather belts.
Between 165$ and 185$ for traditional Jedi/Sith belts available in various colors. 200$ for Darth Maul or Imperial Knight belt.
http://www.corellianimports.com/utbeho.html (http://www.corellianimports.com/utbeho.html)
Utility belts and holsters. Belt for 35$, holster for 85$.
http://www.corellianimports.com/accessories.html (http://www.corellianimports.com/accessories.html)
Very good reviews by forum members.
Belt pouches for 35$. Temple pouch for 65$. Food capsules for 25$.


Civilized Galactic Gear (http://civilizedgalacticgear.com)
http://civilizedgalacticgear.com (http://civilizedgalacticgear.com)
Belts between 145$ and 190$.
Belt pouches between 55$ and 100$.


Museum Replicas (http://www.museumreplicas.com)
http://www.museumreplicas.com/g-15-clothing-accessories.aspx (http://www.museumreplicas.com/g-15-clothing-accessories.aspx)
Licensed replica belts. Mixed reviews from forum members in general, but the belts have received good reviews. Many items are overpriced.
Obi-Wan or Anakin belt with accessories for 249$.


Historical Clothing Realm (http://www.historicalclothingrealm.com)
http://www.historicalclothingrealm.com/official-replicas-star-wars.html (http://www.historicalclothingrealm.com/official-replicas-star-wars.html)
Licensed replica belts. Same products as Museum Replicas, but a bit cheaper.
Obi-Wan or Anakin belt with accessories for 237$.


Jedi Robe (http://jedi-robe.com)
http://jedi-robe.com/322,star_wars_costumes___adult.jedi_belts.html (http://jedi-robe.com/322,star_wars_costumes___adult.jedi_belts.html) (UK)
http://www.jedirobeamerica.com/index.php?module=shop&action=search&text=belt&button.x=0&button.y=0 (http://www.jedirobeamerica.com/index.php?module=shop&action=search&text=belt&button.x=0&button.y=0) (USA)
These are websites of the same company; one ships their product from the UK, the other one from the USA.
Good reviews from forum members.
Pleather belts for 40$.

Sable Manticore
Armoury.housemanticore.com
We do custom leather work as well as leather work for fantasy/medieval groups.  Which is not that far off from Star wars era.  We can do holsters, utility belts and so on.



Boots:

Motor Cowboy (http://www.motorcowboy.com)
http://www.motorcowboy.com/results.cgis?catalog=FULLTEXT&keywords=star+wars&x=0&y=0 (http://www.motorcowboy.com/results.cgis?catalog=FULLTEXT&keywords=star+wars&x=0&y=0)
Custom made replica boots for various Star Wars characters.
Prices are between 400$ and 600$.


Museum Replicas (http://www.museumreplicas.com)
http://www.museumreplicas.com/g-14-footwear.aspx (http://www.museumreplicas.com/g-14-footwear.aspx)
Licensed replica boots. Mixed reviews from forum members. Many items are overpriced.
Obi-Wan or Anakin boots for 350$.


Historical Clothing Realm (http://www.historicalclothingrealm.com)
http://www.historicalclothingrealm.com/official-replicas-star-wars.html (http://www.historicalclothingrealm.com/official-replicas-star-wars.html)
Licensed replica boots. Same products as Museum Replicas, but a bit cheaper.
Obi-Wan or Anakin boots for 332.50$.


Jedi Robe (http://jedi-robe.com)
http://jedi-robe.com/123,star_wars_costumes___adult.jedi_boots.html (http://jedi-robe.com/123,star_wars_costumes___adult.jedi_boots.html) (UK)
http://www.jedirobeamerica.com/123,star_wars_jedi_boots.html (http://www.jedirobeamerica.com/123,star_wars_jedi_boots.html) (USA)
These are websites of the same company; one ships their product from the UK, the other one from the USA.
UK: Pleather boots are between 64$ and 80$.
USA: Pleather boots are between 60$ and 70$.



Masks:

My Wicked Armor (http://www.mywickedarmor.com)
http://www.mywickedarmor.com (http://www.mywickedarmor.com)
Incredibly awesome masks. He works on commission, but apparently gets a lot of requests. He does not accept all commissions.
I couldn't find any prices on the website. But these high quality products are not going to be cheap.



Contact lenses:

Jedi Robe (http://jedi-robe.com)
http://jedi-robe.com/87,1908,star_wars_costumes___adult.darth_maul_costumes.Darth_Maul_Patterned_Contact_Lenses___Free_Solution___case.html (http://jedi-robe.com/87,1908,star_wars_costumes___adult.darth_maul_costumes.Darth_Maul_Patterned_Contact_Lenses___Free_Solution___case.html) (Darth Maul)
http://jedi-robe.com/150,1910,star_wars_costumes___adult.emperor_palpatine_costumes.Emperor_Palpatine_Patterned_Contact_Lenses___Free_Solution___case.html (http://jedi-robe.com/150,1910,star_wars_costumes___adult.emperor_palpatine_costumes.Emperor_Palpatine_Patterned_Contact_Lenses___Free_Solution___case.html) (Emperor Palpatine)
Contact lenses only seem to be available on the UK website of this company.
Patterned Lenses + Free solution & case for 32$.



Blasters:

Corellian Imports (http://www.corellianimports.com)
http://www.corellianimports.com/blasters.html (http://www.corellianimports.com/blasters.html)
Blaster for 275$.





General (non-Star-Wars-specific)


Clothing:

Volante Design (http://www.volantedesign.us)
http://www.volantedesign.us (http://www.volantedesign.us)
Clothing insprired by comics, video games, ...
Assassin's Creed style jacket between 150$ and 345$.


Armstreet (http://armstreet.com)
http://armstreet.com (http://armstreet.com)
Custom made medieval clothing and armor. You can ask for (small) changes in their design.
Tunics starting from 43$.
Cloaks starting from 125$.
Gambesons (armor padding) starting from 190$.
Boots starting from 220$.


Medieval Collectibles (http://www.medievalcollectibles.com)
http://www.medievalcollectibles.com (http://www.medievalcollectibles.com)
Medieval clothing and accessories.
Shirts/tunics starting from 30$.
Synthetic leather boots starting from 40$.



Leather items (including leather boots):

Ravenwood Leather (http://ravenswoodleather.com)
http://ravenswoodleather.com (http://ravenswoodleather.com)
Very good reviews by forum members.
Gloves between 30$ and 50$. Bracers between 20$ and 75$.
Belts that look similar to Jedi belts between 40$ and 90$.
Belt pouches from 10$ to 50$.


Renboots (http://www.renboots.com)
http://www.renboots.com (http://www.renboots.com)
Boots are from 250$ to 400$.


Earthly Leather Design (http://www.etsy.com/shop/EarthlyLeatherDesign)
http://www.etsy.com/shop/EarthlyLeatherDesign (http://www.etsy.com/shop/EarthlyLeatherDesign)
Belt pouches between 25$ and 70$.


LeatherUp (http://www.leatherup.com)
http://www.leatherup.com (http://www.leatherup.com)
Motorcycle boots starting from 60$.


Son of Sandlar (http://sonofsandlar.com)
http://sonofsandlar.com (http://sonofsandlar.com)
Medieval boots for about 500$.


Leather Tabi (http://www.leathertabi.net)
http://www.leathertabi.net (http://www.leathertabi.net)
Leather Tabi between 60$ and 87$.

Sable Manticore
Armoury.housemanticore.com
We do custom leather work as well as leather work for fantasy/medieval groups.  Which is not that far off from Star wars era.  We can do holsters, utility belts and so on.



Other boots:

Uturn Utopia (http://uturnutopia.com)
http://uturnutopia.com (http://uturnutopia.com)
Pu boots starting from 50$.



Contact lenses:

eXtreme SFX (http://extremesfx.com)
http://extremesfx.com/halloween-contacts.html (http://extremesfx.com/halloween-contacts.html)
Colored contact lenses starting from about 30$.


Vision direct (http://www.visiondirect.com)
http://www.visiondirect.com/theatricaleffects/qxc10898 (http://www.visiondirect.com/theatricaleffects/qxc10898)
Colored prescription contact lenses.
Prices are from 15$ to over 200$.


Kiwiberry1's Collection (http://www.kiwiberry1-collection.com)
http://www.kiwiberry1-collection.com (http://www.kiwiberry1-collection.com)
Colored contact lenses for 20$.


Exotic Lenses (http://exoticlenses.com/store)
http://exoticlenses.com/store (http://exoticlenses.com/store)
Colored contact lenses starting from 50$. Prescription lenses available.



Wigs:

Cosplay Wigs USA (http://cosplaywigsusa.com)
http://cosplaywigsusa.com (http://cosplaywigsusa.com)
Wigs are between 30$ and 65$.



Masks:

The Hobby Guys (http://www.thehobbyguys.com)
http://www.thehobbyguys.com/Airsoft-Hobbies_c18.htm (http://www.thehobbyguys.com/Airsoft-Hobbies_c18.htm)
Masks for 90$.


Evike (http://www.evike.com)
http://www.evike.com/index.php?cPath=30_154&osCsid=746c4216b33882e13285b43f7ea246fc (http://www.evike.com/index.php?cPath=30_154&osCsid=746c4216b33882e13285b43f7ea246fc)
Masks that are suitable for a Sith costume start from 85$.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zephon on December 17, 2012, 11:05:04 PM
Wow, good job Noriko. Point for putting this together.

Note of interest: Volante Design currently is not taking any orders until possibly mid-spring as he is a one man company and is steeped under back orders. He currently looking for more people to expand and get the ball rolling again.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Jabari on December 17, 2012, 11:34:30 PM
Abbyshot also has some good stuff.  Nothing Star-Wars specific, but they have sci-fi, fantasy, anime, game, etc. clothing.  This isn't cheesy costume stuff, it's quality clothing.  Lots of long coats.  http://abbyshot.com/# (http://abbyshot.com/#)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Master Nero Attoru on December 18, 2012, 02:41:32 AM
Incredible list!  Thanks a lot Noriko, stickied!


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Scimitar on December 18, 2012, 10:24:59 AM
Excellent compilation! Point for this.
I'm trying to find out where one of my colleagues got his Darth Maul contact lenses, they're at least local for us (South Africa)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Oramac on December 26, 2012, 06:03:44 PM
Wow!  Very well done.  Point for you.  

Also, Coastal Contacts (http://www.coastal.com) has a whole series of custom contacts.  Anakin style contacts were ~$30 each iirc.   Search "halloween" in their search box and it'll bring em all up.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Deadpool on January 04, 2013, 02:51:33 AM
Evike is one of my favorite places for airsoft AEG's, mostly so I don't have to deal with customs and waiting for stuff from china.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: mcnaughtonM on March 27, 2013, 04:28:22 AM
A note on My Wicked Armor: You can obtain prices by contacting him directly, he will then send you a private link with all available items and their prices. The prices (I found) are incredibly good for the quality of the pieces.
I am not allowed to share the link to the store, as per his request, so you will have to just make an inquiry yourself :)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on March 28, 2013, 09:26:12 PM
Hey is costumecraze a good one to order from? I'm needing a Clone Trooper costume for September.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: AwesomTom on April 22, 2013, 04:40:56 PM
Was flipping though the websites posted and I was wondering about some of the relevance of a solid color brown, black, tan kilt instead of pants.  Any thoughts?


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Volund Starfire on April 23, 2013, 07:20:09 PM
Was flipping though the websites posted and I was wondering about some of the relevance of a solid color brown, black, tan kilt instead of pants.  Any thoughts?
The only problem I can see with wearing a kilt while doing saber choreography is... well...  when you do spins and some of the moves, you could flash the world that which should not be flashed.  As a kilt wearer, I know a little about what I'm talking about.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: AwesomTom on April 27, 2013, 12:57:32 AM
The only problem I can see with wearing a kilt while doing saber choreography is... well...  when you do spins and some of the moves, you could flash the world that which should not be flashed.  As a kilt wearer, I know a little about what I'm talking about.

well of corse i couldent go traditional... well i could but yea i would rather protect those things.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Volund Starfire on April 27, 2013, 02:33:15 PM
well of corse i couldent go traditional... well i could but yea i would rather protect those things.
Just remember, the only thing you wear under a kilt are boots... anything else is just a skirt.  :P


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: AwesomTom on April 27, 2013, 06:17:19 PM
Just remember, the only thing you wear under a kilt are boots... anything else is just a skirt.  :P

lol guess who ever im fighting will just get a free show lol   ;D ;D ;D


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Frozian on May 25, 2013, 07:31:00 PM
great job, must have taken ages  :o
Thanks for sharing with us  ;D


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Simonblackfell on June 06, 2013, 07:51:42 PM
Could I possibly ask you to add my leather shop to your list?

Sable Manticore
Armoury.housemanticore.com
We do custom leather work as well as leather work for fantasy/medieval groups.  Which is not that far off from Star wars era.  We can do holsters, utility belts and so on.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Master Nero Attoru on June 06, 2013, 11:07:14 PM
Could I possibly ask you to add my leather shop to your list?

Sable Manticore
Armoury.housemanticore.com
We do custom leather work as well as leather work for fantasy/medieval groups.  Which is not that far off from Star wars era.  We can do holsters, utility belts and so on.

Added you to both the belts section and the general leather section towards the bottom.  Welcome!


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Simonblackfell on June 07, 2013, 02:23:52 AM
Thank you so very much.  Was thinking about offering a discount for forum members as well.  Will have to talk to my partner about it first though.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: AkMantis on October 10, 2013, 02:56:45 AM
I'm just gonna weigh in with my opinion of cosplaysky.com.  If what you want is a cheap halloween costume made with inferior materials at a quasi reasonable price, may be a good choice.  If you want anything remotely resembling authentic, you may want to look for another source.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Loganus on October 21, 2013, 09:41:28 PM
 ;D i'm new to the forums, i find this information so helpful on finding items, thx, much appreciated...


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on November 04, 2013, 08:36:19 PM
Corillianimports is pretty good. Getting a full top for 200 bucks. Not bad. I might pick me one up eventually. Thanks for posting that one. I like how you can get the Light Side costume in different colors too.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on January 28, 2014, 03:42:26 AM
Are klhoescustomclothing good to order from for Jedi/Sith costumes? I might try for one this weekend. Doing a Sith costume though. I'll be applying at TDA as well with the costume. (From Etsy I mean). Thanks.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Kitsune on January 28, 2014, 03:58:01 AM
Are klhoescustomclothing good to order from for Jedi/Sith costumes? I might try for one this weekend. Doing a Sith costume though. I'll be applying at TDA as well with the costume. (From Etsy I mean). Thanks.

I wouldn't know, but I looked at them and they seem to be fairly legit. I've seen much better quality costume parts for a similar price however, so be wary of that. Also, as one of the Membership Officers at TDA, I'd advise on getting all of your costume parts together and have a plan. Be sure to read over the charter and costume guidelines too my friend. ^^


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on January 28, 2014, 04:01:48 AM
I talked it over with Walter and he seemed okay with it. We don't have a sewing machine at all so. Plus all I got is my regular top, belt, and black pants to use, like ANH era looking. But I want to go all out on my costume. :P I just need a new Blazing Red saber because at least they aren't picky on what sabers you use. If anyone knows me then you should know that I don't have the time, patience, materials, or tools to custom make anything right now. I'm needing a costume for Denver Comic Con and my cousin's Halloween party this year. So yeah. Kind of in a rush on this one.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Kitsune on January 28, 2014, 04:05:37 AM
Alright, just making sure my friend. If you need any help with the costume and figuring out what to do, make sure to talk to us over at TDA. =)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on January 28, 2014, 10:25:14 AM
I think I will just do my posted Amazon find for now. Seems like the easiest option for me right now. Plus I need something quick anyway.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: sandman on February 18, 2014, 08:58:39 AM
I was wondering if anyone had dealings with My Wicked Armor recently? I try to contact him through the website, it's been a while now and still no response. I read that he's incredibly busy, so it might just be normal, but I'm not sure if my message went through (no confirmation or anything). On the other hand, I don't want to spam him either :) What to do?


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on February 18, 2014, 09:41:03 AM
Got my Amazon find costume ordered and all seems to be going well shipment wise. I'll post pics when the costume comes in and do a video review telling what I think of the costume then I'll provide a link where to buy the full costume at. Amazon obviously but still. Its not Rubies crap so no worries there.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zephon on February 18, 2014, 10:00:50 AM
I was wondering if anyone had dealings with My Wicked Armor recently? I try to contact him through the website, it's been a while now and still no response. I read that he's incredibly busy, so it might just be normal, but I'm not sure if my message went through (no confirmation or anything). On the other hand, I don't want to spam him either :) What to do?
It takes a long amount of time for him to respond unfortunately. Usually he's very busy, but if you're patient he should respond.

Now if the time between your initial email reaches an outstanding time difference (say a month for example), then just politely send him another email.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: sandman on February 18, 2014, 02:57:42 PM
It takes a long amount of time for him to respond unfortunately. Usually he's very busy, but if you're patient he should respond.

Now if the time between your initial email reaches an outstanding time difference (say a month for example), then just politely send him another email.

I think it's going to be a month soon actually, but I'll wait another week just to make sure. Thanks!


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Lo-Thar The Murderist on March 07, 2014, 12:43:02 AM
I just bought a robe from mystikmerchant.com. They seem to have good reviews and reasonably priced items. Mainly just robes and cloaks. You take measurements yourself and  put them in your order (it's really easy and only took like 2 minutes. They also have a 100% satisfaction guarantee. You pay through paypal (credit cards accepted), so even if you do have an issue with the business, paypal will refund you. There's also free shipping  :D I'll post an update about the quality of the product when it arrives!

EDIT: While scrolling through the list a second time, I actually noticed mystik merchant on there. It's been a long day......


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Anakin_Sky22 on May 03, 2014, 12:20:26 AM
First, thanks for making this thread. If it's not it should be permanently added. I shopped for countless hours looking for all the pieces of my costumes. I had no idea where to start so I just Google everything at first. This post helped when I found it. I purchased many items from ultrasabers, Amazon.com, eBay.com, etsy.com, leatherup.com and jedirobesamerica.com. I'll be doing a complete overview with pics soon!


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Agury mcode on May 22, 2014, 04:45:29 AM
This thread has been super helpful! Thank you! Have a point!


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: sedstiskyfaller on May 22, 2014, 12:43:05 PM
I would like to add that www.etsy.com (http://www.etsy.com) is a great resource for garments and accessories/add ons. A lot of shops on there will tweak their designs or even custom make something for you upon request.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on May 23, 2014, 07:46:17 AM
Just thought I'd post where I bought my Jedi costume if I haven't. I'll post a couple good looking boots too. In case you need a full set for an event or whatever. The costume seller ships super fast and is good to communicate with. I would recommend more velcro for the obi and belt though. This is the generic type Jedi costumes I believe and not an Obi-wan replica or style. I got the costume though because it reminded me of Obi-wan's costume. =] Hope this helps anyone.

Full Jedi costume including robe:
http://www.amazon.com/Costumesky-Hooded-Costume-X-Large-Brown/dp/B00JGOVDWA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1400830893&sr=8-1&keywords=jedi+costume+brown+and+white&tag=donations09-20 (http://www.amazon.com/Costumesky-Hooded-Costume-X-Large-Brown/dp/B00JGOVDWA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1400830893&sr=8-1&keywords=jedi+costume+brown+and+white&tag=donations09-20)

Standard style boots:
http://www.amazon.com/Funtasma-Pleaser-Halloween-Captain-100-Brown/dp/B001AH60BU/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1400830922&sr=8-3&keywords=jedi+boots&tag=donations09-20 (http://www.amazon.com/Funtasma-Pleaser-Halloween-Captain-100-Brown/dp/B001AH60BU/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1400830922&sr=8-3&keywords=jedi+boots&tag=donations09-20)

If you want some more character:
http://www.amazon.com/Funtasma-Pleaser-Halloween-Captain-105-Black/dp/B001AH61RS/ref=sr_1_15?ie=UTF8&qid=1400830947&sr=8-15&keywords=jedi+boots&tag=donations09-20 (http://www.amazon.com/Funtasma-Pleaser-Halloween-Captain-105-Black/dp/B001AH61RS/ref=sr_1_15?ie=UTF8&qid=1400830947&sr=8-15&keywords=jedi+boots&tag=donations09-20)

Ki-Adi_Mundi style boots, or at least I think so:
http://www.amazon.com/Funtasma-Captain-105-BN-Dress-Polyurethane/dp/B000TQ8818/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1400830947&sr=8-6&keywords=jedi+boots&tag=donations09-20 (http://www.amazon.com/Funtasma-Captain-105-BN-Dress-Polyurethane/dp/B000TQ8818/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1400830947&sr=8-6&keywords=jedi+boots&tag=donations09-20)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: scythe1980 on June 05, 2014, 10:12:52 AM
could you do me a favor and check out this artist that is starting up in utah.  he has been custom making star wars latex alien masks with matching gloves. i've personally got his mon calamari set up and not only am i blown away by it, everyone else at the last convention i went to was too. here's the link and a pic of my costume to get a quick idea of his ability

i believe listing him under masks would help alot of people with their costumes
just a warning though. at the time of this posting his site is still under construction but he has pics of his products and you can contact him through the contact link at the top

http://sevenheadstenhorns.com/index.html#banner (http://sevenheadstenhorns.com/index.html#banner)

(http://i.imgur.com/oHYlBuY.jpg?2)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Stuwy2 on July 12, 2014, 09:42:16 AM
Epic list and thanks for that.

A few weekends ago I travelled to JediRobe (uk) as I live on the other side of London.

While there I got a Robe and some bits and bobs.

The Robe is not Thick and not screen actuate, Its cheap and good for just popping on, I bought it as a stop gap till I made my own as I knew what the quality was going to be. (I use it to pop out if I forgot something out the car or if I am chilly).

So for a fun pay thing yes its good, but for full on authentic costuming its a no. Seeing as its so cheap Its good just to have  :D


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on August 07, 2014, 12:47:32 PM
Best place to buy Han Solo style pants? Not exact replica, just every day pants that might be blue with red strips. Thanks. =]


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: SlenderTheEnder on August 14, 2014, 11:19:59 PM
Point, and in an hour I am coming back and giving another. Suuuper helpful.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on September 03, 2014, 08:53:41 PM
I'm going to be going for a Mystic Merchant Force Adept cloak for my black Jedi costume here in a few days. =] I'll post full pics once I get the boots and belt made from a buddy of mine.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Severus on December 06, 2014, 06:59:38 AM
Just receive a awesome early christmas present from my wife. I already had a distressed Revan Mask but she spend $140 or so and got a really good value for a Revan costume. Will post photos in the next few days, once she figures out her Fire Tablet.



Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on December 06, 2014, 05:10:48 PM
I just ordered my first Twin Roses set and they will be in next week already. I'll also post some pics when that comes in. I challenge you Revan! >:D Its a Jedi set so. Lol.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Archonius on December 11, 2014, 07:49:15 AM
I found an awesome website to buy Jedi, Storm Trooper and Sith Costumes. The pricing is very reasonable and the quality appears to be top notch.  The website is " Jedi Robe America"  I ordered an Obi-Wan Belt and I should receive it around Monday or Tuesday of this week. I am going to try and get photo's of it, and my sabers as well. I really need to post them. That way the members here can see the quality of their Costume Accessories and other merchandise they have to offer.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on December 12, 2014, 12:04:22 AM
Nice. But I can't recommend Twin Roses enough for tunic sets. =] You can make your own which is nice if you get the set with the one tunic then you can buy a 2nd tunic in your choice color. I'll probably get the white cotton tunic for the inner tunic.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on December 15, 2014, 08:24:53 PM
Is Civilized Galactic Gear good to order from? I'll be getting a set of capsules next week along with my 2nd Twin Roses tunic that I need. They also have real movie style pouches made from leather instead of flimsy resin. But I want to know if they are good to order from first though. They seem it.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: neekssss on December 22, 2014, 05:12:54 PM
Nice, a hub where all good costumes are.

thanks!


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: cptdwr on January 01, 2015, 09:49:35 AM
Great sites. Now I need another job and more places to wear my new Revan and Mandalore costumes.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Skylar on January 10, 2015, 01:32:48 AM
Nice work with that list... just what i needed in my search...

Point incoming :)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: jedi Kai-gon on January 11, 2015, 10:23:30 AM
Can anyone recommend a sight that ships to South Africa to get Mandalorian armor? Thanks


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on March 09, 2015, 03:55:37 PM
Can anyone recommend a sight that ships to South Africa to get Mandalorian armor? Thanks

Finished or components?


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: jedi Kai-gon on March 11, 2015, 12:23:30 PM
Finished or components?
Components.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: yjohn13@yahoo.com on March 15, 2015, 04:11:43 PM
I do custom costumes https://www.facebook.com/pages/John-Youngs-custom-costuming/1404970186412095?ref=bookmarks (https://www.facebook.com/pages/John-Youngs-custom-costuming/1404970186412095?ref=bookmarks) please let me know if this is not allowed before removing (ADMINS)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on March 16, 2015, 03:06:48 PM
Components.

Yes. A finished outfit, or just raw components to DIY


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: jedi Kai-gon on March 19, 2015, 10:49:23 AM
Yes. A finished outfit, or just raw components to DIY
I meant individual armor pieces, such as the chest plate, or the gauntlet.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on March 19, 2015, 02:34:06 PM
I meant individual armor pieces, such as the chest plate, or the gauntlet.

There are a couple of places on Etsy that sell sets of armor to make your own. These are raw material pieces not finished atricles ready to wear, mind.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: WhiteArmor on March 21, 2015, 02:29:49 AM
Lots of good info, thanks for putting this all in one place!


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: jedi Kai-gon on March 22, 2015, 04:57:42 PM
There are a couple of places on Etsy that sell sets of armor to make your own. These are raw material pieces not finished atricles ready to wear, mind.
Thanks, I will go and check it out.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: cptdwr on April 02, 2015, 10:17:06 PM
I have used Twin Rose, Cornelian Imports, and Civilized Galactic gear. They all have great quality. You can also find many good deals on costumes and props on Etsy. Many artists on Etsy and Customade are easy to work with on custom pieces


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on April 24, 2015, 08:14:39 PM
I have used Twin Rose, Cornelian Imports, and Civilized Galactic gear. They all have great quality. You can also find many good deals on costumes and props on Etsy. Many artists on Etsy and Customade are easy to work with on custom pieces

I just check some of these places out. Most of the stuff is pretty cool. Some is a litlle pricy, but I think the degree of work justifies the cost.


Title: Re: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: allan1313 on April 24, 2015, 11:45:05 PM
I just check some of these places out. Most of the stuff is pretty cool. Some is a litlle pricy, but I think the degree of work justifies the cost.
You get what you pay for. Cheaper stuff wouldn't be of the same quality.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Master Nero Attoru on April 25, 2015, 03:45:42 AM
Twin Roses is definitely good, I know I push them often but it's for a reason.  They're easy to work with, and honestly not that expensive as long as you keep things simple (you can even order standard stuff off the site).


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on May 09, 2015, 08:37:26 PM
I now have a more proper Jedi robe from Jedi Robe America. Amazing quality stuff. Highly recommend =] I'll post pics when my pouches come in and I get my more proper belt from Etsy, pouches are from Etsy as well. They're more of a classic design than the pre-quel style pouches so. But the robe, its how a Jedi robe should be made and look like I think. Nice and thick but not too heavy, sleeves properly made for once same with the hood


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Noctis on May 09, 2015, 10:06:15 PM
Twin Roses is definitely good, I know I push them often but it's for a reason.  They're easy to work with, and honestly not that expensive as long as you keep things simple (you can even order standard stuff off the site).

I bought my belt from them and it's just awesome!  I love how it laces up in the back because it's easy to tighten it around all the layers of my Jedi outfit.  I also wear it out like a regular belt and get compliments on it all the time.  People don't realize it's my "street Jedi" look.  ;)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on May 10, 2015, 01:45:07 AM
@Nox, what do you wear for a street Jedi look? :P


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Noctis on May 10, 2015, 06:58:13 AM
Whatever comes to mind.   :D  I own a lot of "hippie" style clothing (flowy tunics and such) and I often wear those with that belt and the boots.  Half my wardrobe is either gray or some weird-ass shade of earthy goodness, so it's pretty easy.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: bigBear on September 09, 2015, 06:48:55 PM
haven't seen these guys listed but I stumbled across them on youtube.

the items look killer and quite some options.


http://www.anovos.com/


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Broketoon on September 10, 2015, 04:39:21 AM
Geeze i feel like such a noob (looks at join date)....oh right...

Ordering a sith robe soon from mystic.
Answered my most important question in a post i made yesterday and didnt bother to actually read a guide...

Thanks!


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Ssisal on September 14, 2015, 03:45:44 AM
Just making sure these sites are still legit to get myself kitted out.   Beyond the last two posts it was a few months, and its been a couple years since the top post was edited.

Ive got a big beard, if that makes a difference.    brown/cream/forest green are generally my colors, sometimes splash of scarlet.  I prefer obi's style of clothing.. Thanks for the help.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Broketoon on September 14, 2015, 04:21:37 AM
Just making sure these sites are still legit to get myself kitted out.   Beyond the last two posts it was a few months, and its been a couple years since the top post was edited.

Ive got a big beard, if that makes a difference.    brown/cream/forest green are generally my colors, sometimes splash of scarlet.  I prefer obi's style of clothing.. Thanks for the help.

Mystik seems legit so far...currently waiting for it to arrive but so far great costumer service.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on September 14, 2015, 08:56:27 PM
Just making sure these sites are still legit to get myself kitted out.   Beyond the last two posts it was a few months, and its been a couple years since the top post was edited.

Ive got a big beard, if that makes a difference.    brown/cream/forest green are generally my colors, sometimes splash of scarlet.  I prefer obi's style of clothing.. Thanks for the help.


So you're looking for Classic Jedi robes.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on September 21, 2015, 07:05:05 AM
Off white and dark brown are my colors


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on September 21, 2015, 03:14:26 PM
Off white and dark brown are my colors

"I only work in black...or very dark grey."


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Lord Raváge on September 29, 2015, 01:09:40 PM
Although I ultimately decided to buy a sewing machine and make my own Sith-inspired costume(s) (click to see my post here (http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=25307.0)), I stumbled across the following site based out of China (click > CosplayTailor (http://stores.ebay.com/Cosplay-Tailor/Star-Wars-/_i.html?_fsub=4317125012&_sid=1166983722&_trksid=p4634.c0.m322) < click) when I was originally considering a more mainstream Star Wars costume.
They also make costumes from additional movies, TV shows, Anime and a veritable plethora of other themes.

In the interest of fairness, I have included a "Star Wars Cosplay (http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2047675.m570.l1313.TR4.TRC2.A0.H0.Xstar+wars+cosplay.TRS0&_nkw=star+wars+cosplay&_sacat=0)" Google search result for reference. :)

May The Force Be With You All!


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on September 29, 2015, 01:16:53 PM
Although I ultimately decided to buy a sewing machine and make my own Sith-inspired costume(s) (click to see my post here ([url]http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=25307.0[/url])), I stumbled across the following site based out of China (click > CosplayTailor ([url]http://stores.ebay.com/Cosplay-Tailor/Star-Wars-/_i.html?_fsub=4317125012&_sid=1166983722&_trksid=p4634.c0.m322[/url]) < click) when I was originally considering a more mainstream Star Wars costume.
They also make costumes from additional movies, TV shows, Anime and a veritable plethora of other themes.

In the interest of fairness, I have included a "Star Wars Cosplay ([url]http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_from=R40&_trksid=p2047675.m570.l1313.TR4.TRC2.A0.H0.Xstar+wars+cosplay.TRS0&_nkw=star+wars+cosplay&_sacat=0[/url])" Google search result for reference. :)

May The Force Be With You All!


Point for the find. For cheap inexpensive costumes, those are halfway decent.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Lord Raváge on September 29, 2015, 01:37:55 PM
Point for the find. For cheap inexpensive costumes, those are halfway decent.

Thanks for the DS point Darth Logos!!! I truly hope my post helps someone bring their character ideas to light (or Darkness if Sith). ;)

May The Force Be With You!


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on October 19, 2015, 12:54:13 AM
Got me a first tunic set from Across The Galaxy being made finally. Should be in December 2nd. The wait time sucks though x.x But excited either way to finally have MY own tunic set. Went for more darker earthy tones than what you usually see all the time. Will post pics tight when the tunics get in :)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: cstoehr on October 23, 2015, 10:35:36 PM
I have a question to ask about tunics and robes.  The pictures I see at Twin Roses and Jedi Robe America show tunics and robes with sleeves ending mid-way down the individual's fingers or completely covering the hand.  I asked both Twin Roses and Jedi Robe America if that is the proper style and fit for tunics and robes.  Twin Roses hasn't answered the question yet.  Jedi Robe America gave this answer.

"The sleeve of the tunic is meant to end halfway down your fingers.  The robe sleeve is meant to cover your whole hand completely."

My question to those of you on the forum who have tunics and robes, either made by you or purchased from anywhere, how long are your tunic and robe sleeves?  Do you agree with the answer Jedi Robe America gave me?  Or should the tunic and robe sleeves end at the wrist?




Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Lord Raváge on October 23, 2015, 11:40:25 PM
I have a question to ask about tunics and robes.  The pictures I see at Twin Roses and Jedi Robe America show tunics and robes with sleeves ending mid-way down the individual's fingers or completely covering the hand.  I asked both Twin Roses and Jedi Robe America if that is the proper style and fit for tunics and robes.  Twin Roses hasn't answered the question yet.  Jedi Robe America gave this answer.

"The sleeve of the tunic is meant to end halfway down your fingers.  The robe sleeve is meant to cover your whole hand completely."

My question to those of you on the forum who have tunics and robes, either made by you or purchased from anywhere, how long are your tunic and robe sleeves?  Do you agree with the answer Jedi Robe America gave me?  Or should the tunic and robe sleeves end at the wrist?





I've noticed that the length of the cloaks/robes sleeves vary slightly by manufacturer (I purchased a Sith cloak specifically for the over-sized hood and sleeves that cover my hands completely when by my side).
Ultimately it's a matter of personal preference, although, the film characters appear to have their cloaks longer than their fingers.

(http://usercontent2.hubimg.com/1433627_f520.jpg)(http://a.dilcdn.com/bl/wp-content/uploads/sites/6/2014/02/4-Anakin.jpg)(http://blog.nsavides.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/Obi+Wan+Kenobi+Ben_Kenobi.jpg)
(http://tropichomeandfamily.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/jedicosmodels.jpg)

Regarding the tunic; most, but not all, tend to end halfway the fingers extended when down by the side.
I remember reading somewhere that the tunic/wardrobe sleeves trend shorter/less flowing the more the character is likely to be engaged in combat as they are less restrictive. Also, if the character wears gloves or forearm armor, the sleeves of the tunic and cloaks tend to be shorter in length and/or less flowing as well.

(http://www.501st.com/mw501/images/thumb/c/ce/Acolyte_full.jpg/500px-Acolyte_full.jpg)(https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/236x/d0/ed/e5/d0ede59fc48df1ac492854a4b63f4a27.jpg)(http://www.google.com/url?sa=i&source=imgres&cd=&ved=0CAYQjBwwAGoVChMIxvTO1tzZyAIVxd-mCh2Cnga4&url=http%3A%2F%2Ffc09.deviantart.net%2Ffs70%2Ff%2F2011%2F063%2F9%2Fb%2Ffemale_sith_01_by_gothic_rebecca-d3ax88k.png&psig=AFQjCNETWv8VSNnfJwZQ6cKyqoTdmr2qSg&ust=1445728550208618)

My tunic sleeves are shorter as my wardrobe includes items/gloves worn on my forearms/hands.

(http://i71.photobucket.com/albums/i135/srekhustums/Sith/TRC_US_Post1Big.png)

May The Force Be With You!


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on October 26, 2015, 04:43:26 PM
I agree. Most Jedi robes take on a more monk-ish appearance. Wear as Sith robes tend to have a more practical/tactical design based on a need to not get in the way of the inevitable scrap. But it also serves to better show off your stylish armor.  ;D

When I got mine, the sleeves were ridiculously long. When I had them hemmed back by half, they barely revealed my hands when my arms are at my side. However, when I brought them up, as shown here <<<, they exposed the perfect amount of armor, IMO.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on October 29, 2015, 06:41:32 AM
I was thinking about this the other night actually thinking about my new tunics coming in. Jedi's have always had an Asian/Monk appearance with their clothing. Tunics being Asian appearance and robes being monk looking. Just a thought on that =] Just for kicks I'll pose with my real katana sword I have too when my tunics come in :P


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: cstoehr on October 29, 2015, 01:36:25 PM
I placed an order for the Obi Wan Kenobi tunic set with Jedi Robe America.  USPS tracking says it should be delivered tomorrow.  If I do get it tomorrow, I'll do a photographic review of the tunic pieces.  I had a lot of uncertainty about buying a tunic set because the descriptions were rather incomplete about what the customer is buying.  I asked Jedi Robe America a lot of questions which they answered, but until I see the tunic set, I'm still not quite sure about all the features and how well it will fit.  So for the benefit of others who haven't decided yet whether to buy a Jedi costume, I'll do a review with photographs that show the features of each piece and how it all fits together.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Luke-Skywalker on November 08, 2015, 07:48:49 AM
Looking for authentic Luke Skywalker costumes. I know he's the worst one to find a costume for as he wasn't given much exciting variety in the movies.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Lord Raváge on November 08, 2015, 08:09:52 AM
Looking for authentic Luke Skywalker costumes. I know he's the worst one to find a costume for as he wasn't given much exciting variety in the movies.


Not sure what you consider "authentic" and I  thought I posted this (click > CosplayTailor store (http://stores.ebay.com/Cosplay-Tailor/Star-Wars-/_i.html?_fsub=4317125012&_sid=1166983722&_trksid=p4634.c0.m322) < click) here in an earlier post, however, I don't see it.
Peruse the "Luke" options for something that may fit what you desire. If not, perhaps you should consider commissioning a designer to make something specific to your taste.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on November 13, 2015, 10:38:35 PM
I have a dark brown Jedi robe from Jedi Robe and it definitely covers my hands. I love it to bits. When my tunics come in tomorrow I'll do a picture with my robe on with my hands by my side to give some ideas. I highly recommend their robes though for an authentic feel and look =] And that doesn't cost you a bunch either. And no they're NOT rubies made either, she also told me that for a few of my other friends were curious about that too


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: EightBit on November 20, 2015, 05:24:57 AM
I am going as a sith to my theater I work at but I am having a horrible time trying to find pants that well fit me. Found some but they wouldn't ship to Kauai.

I am 6'4 6'5 depending on boots I wear and I am 320 pounds.

Would anyone help me out with this.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on November 20, 2015, 10:08:49 PM
I am going as a sith to my theater I work at but I am having a horrible time trying to find pants that well fit me. Found some but they wouldn't ship to Kauai.

I am 6'4 6'5 depending on boots I wear and I am 320 pounds.

Would anyone help me out with this.

Have you tried Etsy and Amazon? Other than the saber, everything in my avatar came from those 2 sites.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on December 07, 2015, 02:48:09 AM
@Luke, here's the Bespin suit

https://www.etsy.com/listing/97852830/star-wars-luke-skywalker-bespin-jacket?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=luke skywalker costume&ref=sr_gallery_7

ROTJ:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/97319703/star-wars-luke-skywalker-return-of-the?ref=shop_home_active_1

That one even comes with a cloak too. Hope those are good enough for you. She does great work =] Thinking about getting the ROTJ suit at some point myself


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on December 09, 2015, 08:47:23 PM
Where can I get a good set of capsules of 8 at that isn't too much? I'm going to try and be even more official by next summer =]


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: bigBear on December 09, 2015, 09:09:08 PM
try our local 3D printer. not bad pricing if you can paint.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on December 09, 2015, 09:56:25 PM
Where can I get a good set of capsules of 8 at that isn't too much? I'm going to try and be even more official by next summer =]

Corellian Imports might have their stock back up. I really want one of their saber belts.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Rapine on February 25, 2016, 09:28:33 AM
This is a guide listing various websites where you can buy costumes. I read through all threads about costumes and searched the web to collect this information. I have only included websites that sell items which can readily be used for a costume without the need to modify it. The first section of this post lists websites that offer items specifically designed for Star Wars costumes. In the second section you can find other costume pieces, which can be used in a Star Wars context, but are not specifically designed for that purpose.

There are subsections for different costume items, e.g. for robes. If forum members have reviewed these websites, I have mentioned if the reviews were generally good or mixed. (I have not included websites that only got bad reviews.) I have also listed prices for typical items. Note that these prices were valid when I wrote this post, but they might change in the future. The prices are only supposed to give you a rough idea, which costumes could be within your budget. Also note that detailed custom costumes can be significantly more expensive than the standard costumes listed here.

Finally, please contribute if you know any other places that offer costumes, boots, ...
Any reviews or experiences are also welcome.



Star Wars Specific


Tunics, tabards, obis, and full costumes:

Twin Roses Designs ([url]http://www.twinrosesdesigns.com[/url])
[url]http://www.twinrosesdesigns.com/Mens%20Clothing%20for%20Sale.html#Jedi_Style_Tunics_Obis_and_Tabards[/url] ([url]http://www.twinrosesdesigns.com/Mens%20Clothing%20for%20Sale.html#Jedi_Style_Tunics_Obis_and_Tabards[/url]): standard cotton tunics, tabards and obis
[url]http://www.twinrosesdesigns.com/Star%20Wars%20Inspired%20Clothing%20Portfolio.html[/url] ([url]http://www.twinrosesdesigns.com/Star%20Wars%20Inspired%20Clothing%20Portfolio.html[/url]): custom made Star Wars costumes
Has received very good reviews by forum members. You can buy standard costumes, or have a costume made after your individual ideas.
Standard cotton tunic sets (consisting of tunic, obi and tabards) are between 130$ and 150$.


My Wicked Armor ([url]http://www.mywickedarmor.com[/url])
[url]http://www.mywickedarmor.com[/url] ([url]http://www.mywickedarmor.com[/url])
Incredibly awesome costumes with armor and masks. He works on commission, but apparently gets a lot of requests. He does not accept all commissions.
I couldn't find any prices on the website. But these high quality products are not going to be cheap.


Eiyame ([url]http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?action=profile;u=8808[/url])
Costumes: [url]http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=12923.0[/url] ([url]http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=12923.0[/url])
Costume Designs: [url]http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=11643.0[/url] ([url]http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=11643.0[/url])
Etsy: [url]http://etsy.com/shop/aetherealdesigns[/url]
Facebook: [url]http://www.facebook.com/AEtherealDesigns/[/url]
To get a hold of Æthereal Designs, please message them on Etsy or Facebook.


Corellian Imports ([url]http://www.corellianimports.com[/url])
[url]http://www.corellianimports.com/force-desciple-uniforms.html[/url] ([url]http://www.corellianimports.com/force-desciple-uniforms.html[/url])
Very good reviews by forum members.
Tunic, obi and tabards for 199$.


Museum Replicas ([url]http://www.museumreplicas.com[/url])
[url]http://www.museumreplicas.com/g-1-star-wars.aspx[/url] ([url]http://www.museumreplicas.com/g-1-star-wars.aspx[/url])
Licensed replica costumes. Mixed reviews from forum members. Many items are overpriced.
Full Obi-Wan costume including inner and outer tunic, obi, tabards, pants, robe, belt and boots for 1300$ (without boots for 1050$).


Historical Clothing Realm ([url]http://www.historicalclothingrealm.com[/url])
[url]http://www.historicalclothingrealm.com/official-replicas-star-wars.html[/url] ([url]http://www.historicalclothingrealm.com/official-replicas-star-wars.html[/url])
Licensed replica costumes. Same products as Museum Replicas, but a bit cheaper.
Full Obi-Wan costume including inner and outer tunic, obi, tabards, pants, robe, belt and boots for 1235$ (without boots for 997.50$).


Buy Star Wars Costumes ([url]http://www.buystarwarscostumes.com[/url])
[url]http://www.buystarwarscostumes.com/authentic-star-wars-costumes.html[/url] ([url]http://www.buystarwarscostumes.com/authentic-star-wars-costumes.html[/url])
Many of the "authentic Star Wars costumes" seem to be out of stock at the moment.
Darth Vader costume for 750$.


Jedi Robe ([url]http://jedi-robe.com[/url])
[url]http://jedi-robe.com/49,star_wars_costumes___adult.html[/url] ([url]http://jedi-robe.com/49,star_wars_costumes___adult.html[/url]) (UK)
[url]http://www.jedirobeamerica.com/49,star_wars___replica_costumes.html[/url] ([url]http://www.jedirobeamerica.com/49,star_wars___replica_costumes.html[/url]) (USA)
These are websites of the same company; one ships their product from the UK, the other one from the USA.
Good reviews from forum members.
Obi-Wan or Anakin costume including inner and outer tunic, obi, tabards, pants and robe for 160$. Darth Maul costume for 200$.


Across the Galaxy ([url]http://www.across-the-galaxy.com[/url])/khloeskustomklothing ([url]http://www.etsy.com/shop/khloeskustomklothing[/url])
[url]http://www.across-the-galaxy.com[/url] ([url]http://www.across-the-galaxy.com[/url])
[url]http://www.etsy.com/shop/khloeskustomklothing[/url] ([url]http://www.etsy.com/shop/khloeskustomklothing[/url])
The same shop under different names. Good reviews by forum members.
Anakin costume including inner and outer tunic, obi, tabards, pants and robe for 250$. Darth Maul costume for 195$.


Cosplaysky ([url]http://cosplaysky.com[/url])
[url]http://cosplaysky.com/cosplay-costumes/movie-costumes/star-wars-costume.html[/url] ([url]http://cosplaysky.com/cosplay-costumes/movie-costumes/star-wars-costume.html[/url])
Mixed reviews from forum members. Can be a good budget option, but you only get what you pay for.
E.g. Obi-Wan or Anakin costume including inner tunic, outer tunic, tabards, belt, pants and robe for 128$.



Robes:

Twin Roses Designs ([url]http://www.twinrosesdesigns.com[/url])
[url]http://www.twinrosesdesigns.com/Coats%20and%20Robes%20for%20Sale.html#Jedi_Style_Robes[/url] ([url]http://www.twinrosesdesigns.com/Coats%20and%20Robes%20for%20Sale.html#Jedi_Style_Robes[/url])
Has received very good reviews by forum members.
Brown or black cotton twill robes are 135$, wool robes are 175$. Other colors or different styles are available as custom order.


Mystik Merchant ([url]http://mystikmerchant.com[/url])
[url]http://mystikmerchant.com[/url] ([url]http://mystikmerchant.com[/url])
Very good reviews from forum members.
Poly/cotton robes are between 99$ and 169$.


Museum Replicas ([url]http://www.museumreplicas.com[/url])
[url]http://www.museumreplicas.com/g-13-cloaks-jackets.aspx[/url] ([url]http://www.museumreplicas.com/g-13-cloaks-jackets.aspx[/url])
Licensed replica robes. Mixed reviews from forum members. Many items are overpriced.
Wool robes between 249$ and 295$. Luke Skywalker cape for 175$.


Historical Clothing Realm ([url]http://www.historicalclothingrealm.com[/url])
[url]http://www.historicalclothingrealm.com/official-replicas-star-wars.html[/url] ([url]http://www.historicalclothingrealm.com/official-replicas-star-wars.html[/url])
Licensed replica robes. Same products as Museum Replicas, but a bit cheaper.
Wool robes between 236$ and 280$. Luke Skywalker cape for 166$.


Buy Star Wars Costumes ([url]http://www.buystarwarscostumes.com[/url])
[url]http://www.buystarwarscostumes.com/authentic-star-wars-costumes.html[/url] ([url]http://www.buystarwarscostumes.com/authentic-star-wars-costumes.html[/url])
"Authentic Adult Jedi Robe" for 99$. "Collector's Jedi Robe" for 296$.


Jedi Robe ([url]http://jedi-robe.com[/url])
[url]http://jedi-robe.com/98,star_wars_costumes___adult.jedi_robes.html[/url] ([url]http://jedi-robe.com/98,star_wars_costumes___adult.jedi_robes.html[/url]) (UK)
[url]http://www.jedirobeamerica.com/98,star_wars___replica_costumes.jedi_robes.html[/url] ([url]http://www.jedirobeamerica.com/98,star_wars___replica_costumes.jedi_robes.html[/url]) (USA)
These are websites of the same company; one ships their product from the UK, the other one from the USA.
Good reviews from forum members.
Robes for 64$.



Belts:

Corellian Imports ([url]http://www.corellianimports.com[/url])
[url]http://www.corellianimports.com/beltsinstock.html[/url] ([url]http://www.corellianimports.com/beltsinstock.html[/url])
Custom made leather belts.
Between 165$ and 185$ for traditional Jedi/Sith belts available in various colors. 200$ for Darth Maul or Imperial Knight belt.
[url]http://www.corellianimports.com/utbeho.html[/url] ([url]http://www.corellianimports.com/utbeho.html[/url])
Utility belts and holsters. Belt for 35$, holster for 85$.
[url]http://www.corellianimports.com/accessories.html[/url] ([url]http://www.corellianimports.com/accessories.html[/url])
Very good reviews by forum members.
Belt pouches for 35$. Temple pouch for 65$. Food capsules for 25$.


Civilized Galactic Gear ([url]http://civilizedgalacticgear.com[/url])
[url]http://civilizedgalacticgear.com[/url] ([url]http://civilizedgalacticgear.com[/url])
Belts between 145$ and 190$.
Belt pouches between 55$ and 100$.


Museum Replicas ([url]http://www.museumreplicas.com[/url])
[url]http://www.museumreplicas.com/g-15-clothing-accessories.aspx[/url] ([url]http://www.museumreplicas.com/g-15-clothing-accessories.aspx[/url])
Licensed replica belts. Mixed reviews from forum members in general, but the belts have received good reviews. Many items are overpriced.
Obi-Wan or Anakin belt with accessories for 249$.


Historical Clothing Realm ([url]http://www.historicalclothingrealm.com[/url])
[url]http://www.historicalclothingrealm.com/official-replicas-star-wars.html[/url] ([url]http://www.historicalclothingrealm.com/official-replicas-star-wars.html[/url])
Licensed replica belts. Same products as Museum Replicas, but a bit cheaper.
Obi-Wan or Anakin belt with accessories for 237$.


Jedi Robe ([url]http://jedi-robe.com[/url])
[url]http://jedi-robe.com/322,star_wars_costumes___adult.jedi_belts.html[/url] ([url]http://jedi-robe.com/322,star_wars_costumes___adult.jedi_belts.html[/url]) (UK)
[url]http://www.jedirobeamerica.com/index.php?module=shop&action=search&text=belt&button.x=0&button.y=0[/url] ([url]http://www.jedirobeamerica.com/index.php?module=shop&action=search&text=belt&button.x=0&button.y=0[/url]) (USA)
These are websites of the same company; one ships their product from the UK, the other one from the USA.
Good reviews from forum members.
Pleather belts for 40$.

Sable Manticore
Armoury.housemanticore.com
We do custom leather work as well as leather work for fantasy/medieval groups.  Which is not that far off from Star wars era.  We can do holsters, utility belts and so on.



Boots:

Motor Cowboy ([url]http://www.motorcowboy.com[/url])
[url]http://www.motorcowboy.com/results.cgis?catalog=FULLTEXT&keywords=star+wars&x=0&y=0[/url] ([url]http://www.motorcowboy.com/results.cgis?catalog=FULLTEXT&keywords=star+wars&x=0&y=0[/url])
Custom made replica boots for various Star Wars characters.
Prices are between 400$ and 600$.


Museum Replicas ([url]http://www.museumreplicas.com[/url])
[url]http://www.museumreplicas.com/g-14-footwear.aspx[/url] ([url]http://www.museumreplicas.com/g-14-footwear.aspx[/url])
Licensed replica boots. Mixed reviews from forum members. Many items are overpriced.
Obi-Wan or Anakin boots for 350$.


Historical Clothing Realm ([url]http://www.historicalclothingrealm.com[/url])
[url]http://www.historicalclothingrealm.com/official-replicas-star-wars.html[/url] ([url]http://www.historicalclothingrealm.com/official-replicas-star-wars.html[/url])
Licensed replica boots. Same products as Museum Replicas, but a bit cheaper.
Obi-Wan or Anakin boots for 332.50$.


Jedi Robe ([url]http://jedi-robe.com[/url])
[url]http://jedi-robe.com/123,star_wars_costumes___adult.jedi_boots.html[/url] ([url]http://jedi-robe.com/123,star_wars_costumes___adult.jedi_boots.html[/url]) (UK)
[url]http://www.jedirobeamerica.com/123,star_wars_jedi_boots.html[/url] ([url]http://www.jedirobeamerica.com/123,star_wars_jedi_boots.html[/url]) (USA)
These are websites of the same company; one ships their product from the UK, the other one from the USA.
UK: Pleather boots are between 64$ and 80$.
USA: Pleather boots are between 60$ and 70$.



Masks:

My Wicked Armor ([url]http://www.mywickedarmor.com[/url])
[url]http://www.mywickedarmor.com[/url] ([url]http://www.mywickedarmor.com[/url])
Incredibly awesome masks. He works on commission, but apparently gets a lot of requests. He does not accept all commissions.
I couldn't find any prices on the website. But these high quality products are not going to be cheap.



Contact lenses:

Jedi Robe ([url]http://jedi-robe.com[/url])
[url]http://jedi-robe.com/87,1908,star_wars_costumes___adult.darth_maul_costumes.Darth_Maul_Patterned_Contact_Lenses___Free_Solution___case.html[/url] ([url]http://jedi-robe.com/87,1908,star_wars_costumes___adult.darth_maul_costumes.Darth_Maul_Patterned_Contact_Lenses___Free_Solution___case.html[/url]) (Darth Maul)
[url]http://jedi-robe.com/150,1910,star_wars_costumes___adult.emperor_palpatine_costumes.Emperor_Palpatine_Patterned_Contact_Lenses___Free_Solution___case.html[/url] ([url]http://jedi-robe.com/150,1910,star_wars_costumes___adult.emperor_palpatine_costumes.Emperor_Palpatine_Patterned_Contact_Lenses___Free_Solution___case.html[/url]) (Emperor Palpatine)
Contact lenses only seem to be available on the UK website of this company.
Patterned Lenses + Free solution & case for 32$.



Blasters:

Corellian Imports ([url]http://www.corellianimports.com[/url])
[url]http://www.corellianimports.com/blasters.html[/url] ([url]http://www.corellianimports.com/blasters.html[/url])
Blaster for 275$.





General (non-Star-Wars-specific)


Clothing:

Volante Design ([url]http://www.volantedesign.us[/url])
[url]http://www.volantedesign.us[/url] ([url]http://www.volantedesign.us[/url])
Clothing insprired by comics, video games, ...
Assassin's Creed style jacket between 150$ and 345$.


Armstreet ([url]http://armstreet.com[/url])
[url]http://armstreet.com[/url] ([url]http://armstreet.com[/url])
Custom made medieval clothing and armor. You can ask for (small) changes in their design.
Tunics starting from 43$.
Cloaks starting from 125$.
Gambesons (armor padding) starting from 190$.
Boots starting from 220$.


Medieval Collectibles ([url]http://www.medievalcollectibles.com[/url])
[url]http://www.medievalcollectibles.com[/url] ([url]http://www.medievalcollectibles.com[/url])
Medieval clothing and accessories.
Shirts/tunics starting from 30$.
Synthetic leather boots starting from 40$.



Leather items (including leather boots):

Ravenwood Leather ([url]http://ravenswoodleather.com[/url])
[url]http://ravenswoodleather.com[/url] ([url]http://ravenswoodleather.com[/url])
Very good reviews by forum members.
Gloves between 30$ and 50$. Bracers between 20$ and 75$.
Belts that look similar to Jedi belts between 40$ and 90$.
Belt pouches from 10$ to 50$.


Renboots ([url]http://www.renboots.com[/url])
[url]http://www.renboots.com[/url] ([url]http://www.renboots.com[/url])
Boots are from 250$ to 400$.


Earthly Leather Design ([url]http://www.etsy.com/shop/EarthlyLeatherDesign[/url])
[url]http://www.etsy.com/shop/EarthlyLeatherDesign[/url] ([url]http://www.etsy.com/shop/EarthlyLeatherDesign[/url])
Belt pouches between 25$ and 70$.


LeatherUp ([url]http://www.leatherup.com[/url])
[url]http://www.leatherup.com[/url] ([url]http://www.leatherup.com[/url])
Motorcycle boots starting from 60$.


Son of Sandlar ([url]http://sonofsandlar.com[/url])
[url]http://sonofsandlar.com[/url] ([url]http://sonofsandlar.com[/url])
Medieval boots for about 500$.


Leather Tabi ([url]http://www.leathertabi.net[/url])
[url]http://www.leathertabi.net[/url] ([url]http://www.leathertabi.net[/url])
Leather Tabi between 60$ and 87$.

Sable Manticore
Armoury.housemanticore.com
We do custom leather work as well as leather work for fantasy/medieval groups.  Which is not that far off from Star wars era.  We can do holsters, utility belts and so on.



Other boots:

Uturn Utopia ([url]http://uturnutopia.com[/url])
[url]http://uturnutopia.com[/url] ([url]http://uturnutopia.com[/url])
Pu boots starting from 50$.



Contact lenses:

eXtreme SFX ([url]http://extremesfx.com[/url])
[url]http://extremesfx.com/halloween-contacts.html[/url] ([url]http://extremesfx.com/halloween-contacts.html[/url])
Colored contact lenses starting from about 30$.


Vision direct ([url]http://www.visiondirect.com[/url])
[url]http://www.visiondirect.com/theatricaleffects/qxc10898[/url] ([url]http://www.visiondirect.com/theatricaleffects/qxc10898[/url])
Colored prescription contact lenses.
Prices are from 15$ to over 200$.


Kiwiberry1's Collection ([url]http://www.kiwiberry1-collection.com[/url])
[url]http://www.kiwiberry1-collection.com[/url] ([url]http://www.kiwiberry1-collection.com[/url])
Colored contact lenses for 20$.


Exotic Lenses ([url]http://exoticlenses.com/store[/url])
[url]http://exoticlenses.com/store[/url] ([url]http://exoticlenses.com/store[/url])
Colored contact lenses starting from 50$. Prescription lenses available.



Wigs:

Cosplay Wigs USA ([url]http://cosplaywigsusa.com[/url])
[url]http://cosplaywigsusa.com[/url] ([url]http://cosplaywigsusa.com[/url])
Wigs are between 30$ and 65$.



Masks:

The Hobby Guys ([url]http://www.thehobbyguys.com[/url])
[url]http://www.thehobbyguys.com/Airsoft-Hobbies_c18.htm[/url] ([url]http://www.thehobbyguys.com/Airsoft-Hobbies_c18.htm[/url])
Masks for 90$.


Evike ([url]http://www.evike.com[/url])
[url]http://www.evike.com/index.php?cPath=30_154&osCsid=746c4216b33882e13285b43f7ea246fc[/url] ([url]http://www.evike.com/index.php?cPath=30_154&osCsid=746c4216b33882e13285b43f7ea246fc[/url])
Masks that are suitable for a Sith costume start from 85$.



Hey! This is great! Thanks.

Twin Roses are completely swamped ATM, and will not accept any custom orders - imagine that...lol

I'm about to order boots and vambraces from Dark Knight Armoury (http://www.darkknightarmoury.com/). 
Reasonably priced, decent looking leather goods - boots + bracers = ~$200


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth_Seishin on March 16, 2016, 01:57:57 AM
Thanks for all of your hard work in putting this together, it's all very helpful!


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on March 21, 2016, 08:44:00 PM
I'm about to order boots and vambraces from Dark Knight Armoury ([url]http://www.darkknightarmoury.com/[/url]). 
Reasonably priced, decent looking leather goods - boots + bracers = ~$200


Thanks. I just bookmarked that site for future use. ;D


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Rapine on March 21, 2016, 11:38:27 PM
Thanks. I just bookmarked that site for future use. ;D
Happy to assist.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on March 22, 2016, 04:04:27 PM
Now you're killing me smalls. I've been pouring over their replica pistol offerings. Why is there so much money I want to spend? :'(

I saw their P08 Lugers and was inspired to make a Lupin III cosplay. But then I looked up Lupin images and discovered he uses a P38. They had me covered for that too. ;D


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Rapine on March 22, 2016, 06:43:17 PM
Now you're killing me smalls. I've been pouring over their replica pistol offerings. Why is there so much money I want to spend? :'(

I saw their P08 Lugers and was inspired to make a Lupin III cosplay. But then I looked up Lupin images and discovered he uses a P38. They had me covered for that too. ;D
Both are nice guns. 

Those mausers look awfully familiar...like they'd fit well strapped to a scoundrels leg, or something...hmmm   ;D


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on March 22, 2016, 08:30:34 PM
Both are nice guns. 

Those mausers look awfully familiar...like they'd fit well strapped to a scoundrels leg, or something...hmmm   ;D


Duh. All of the blasters from ANH were just modified real world guns.

(http://www.thespecialistsltd.com/files/Replica_Sterling_L2A3.JPG)
Look familiar? The Sterling L2A3 is a British submachine gun used in the British Army from 1953-1983.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Rapine on March 22, 2016, 08:34:49 PM
Oh cool.  I figured the weapons were just modified actuals, just never looked at it closely.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on March 22, 2016, 08:43:36 PM
Oh cool.  I figured the weapons were just modified actuals, just never looked at it closely.


This was one of my first, that started making me question. I saw this gun used in the beginning of You Only Live Twice, and thought "Wait. Are those storm trooper blasters?" I was right.

Just like I always thought Qui-gon's comlink looked a little familiar as well.
(http://propaholics.wolfchasers.com/uploader/users/public/f52664comlink%20014m120.jpg)(http://i2.wp.com/www.sopitas.com/site/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/moviefact1-e1409505461819.png?resize=670%2C670)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Rapine on March 22, 2016, 08:58:37 PM
Just like I always thought Qui-gon's comlink looked a little familiar as well.

GET OUT! That's too funny.

I never looked. I'd imagine there's all sorts of "easter eggs" though.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: cstoehr on March 23, 2016, 04:36:30 PM
Both are nice guns. 

Those mausers look awfully familiar...like they'd fit well strapped to a scoundrels leg, or something...hmmm   ;D


If you really want to have some fun with a Mauser replica, click on the link.  This replica Mauser shoots full-auto.

http://www.pyramydair.com/s/m/Legends_M712_Full_Auto_CO2_BB_Pistol_Full_Metal/3487 (http://www.pyramydair.com/s/m/Legends_M712_Full_Auto_CO2_BB_Pistol_Full_Metal/3487)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Rapine on March 23, 2016, 04:50:38 PM
If you really want to have some fun with a Mauser replica, click on the link.  This replica Mauser shoots full-auto.

[url]http://www.pyramydair.com/s/m/Legends_M712_Full_Auto_CO2_BB_Pistol_Full_Metal/3487[/url] ([url]http://www.pyramydair.com/s/m/Legends_M712_Full_Auto_CO2_BB_Pistol_Full_Metal/3487[/url])

WHOA! That's intense.

+1 for the vid. :)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on April 27, 2016, 12:11:51 AM
Lol. That's a cool find actually. You can make your own variated DL blaster :P I was wondering though, where can I find at least a decent Imperial Officers uniform at? I might try to join the 501st with it. I found some stuff so far. Thanks on that though =] Want to try and get some stuff before Halloween too if possible


Title: Re:
Post by: JediDAX76 on April 27, 2016, 01:47:36 AM
I was wondering if anyone has seen some of the on wish.com and what some of your more experienced opinions would be on some of their Star Wars cosplay are. I was introduced to it by my wife and daughter and immediately searched for anything Star Wars related and too my surprise they had a lot of it.

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Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on April 29, 2016, 04:04:13 AM
I want unfinished Mandalorian armor and helmet kits. Need it by DragonCon for I MIGHT be able to attend this year finally and hang with the US gang :P Anyone know of a good source that's trust worthy I can buy from? NOT rubies made. To where I can do my own thing to it basically. Mandalorian with a lightsaber would be awesome :P Will have to buy me something worthy there of it


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: scifidude79 on April 30, 2016, 01:42:31 PM
I absolutely love this forum.  All the stuff we need to dress like a Jedi/Sith right here in one thread.  Thanks for a fantastic list, Noriko.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: GreyNight on May 05, 2016, 03:46:31 PM
If I might add to the list. :)

I have frequented this Etsy shop to buy a few bits for my Kylo Ren cosplay. The shop owner is very nice and easy to work with. The Kylo hood and cape I bought from her is superb; great quality and the fabric is quite spot on, being monk's cloth, complete with the frayed edges. Keep in mind that most of her pieces are custom made, so the wait time can be a bit long. But it's worth it in the end, in my opinion.

HamptonsJediOutfit

https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/HamptonsJediOutfit?ref=pr_shop_more (https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/HamptonsJediOutfit?ref=pr_shop_more)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Gamble on May 09, 2016, 01:58:14 AM
Wow speechless thank you


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: zuka213 on May 29, 2016, 01:24:00 AM
wow incredible list, thank you!


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on July 01, 2016, 11:16:32 AM
Getting me a Revan inspired mask later today my time. It'll have a Jedi side back story to mine. Like what if he turned back to the light but wanted to keep his helmet anyway. Like the idea? :)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Vigorous on July 02, 2016, 09:38:31 PM
Thanks!  ;D


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on July 27, 2016, 10:30:06 AM
Who makes good red leather gloves and boots? Now going for an imperial royal guard ;o And my mom is all for that one too. I already got the robes and helmet figured out so. Also what about a GOOD pike staff? Not the rubies one :P


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Rapine on July 28, 2016, 12:08:53 AM
Who makes good red leather gloves and boots? Now going for an imperial royal guard ;o And my mom is all for that one too. I already got the robes and helmet figured out so. Also what about a GOOD pike staff? Not the rubies one :P
Zren, dude, go for a shadow guard.  Honestly man.  Way better. :)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Rapine on July 28, 2016, 12:12:59 AM
Who makes good red leather gloves and boots? Now going for an imperial royal guard ;o And my mom is all for that one too. I already got the robes and helmet figured out so. Also what about a GOOD pike staff? Not the rubies one :P

Zren, dude, go for a shadow guard.  Honestly man.  Way better. :)
(http://i1074.photobucket.com/albums/w405/seanhewer/Shadow%20guard_zpsb0oxqk11.jpg)

I don't know why it double posted.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on July 28, 2016, 02:54:09 AM
Meh. No armor making skills x.x I suppose I could though. I have Sith gloves I can use and my pointed black boots already as well so. Or can even a Shadow Guard be only with soft pieces like a Crimson?


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Rapine on July 28, 2016, 10:20:37 AM
I'm not sure that would be all that difficult to do - except maybe for the shoulder pieces.  They really ought to be rigid.  The ab piece could be like an obi. :)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on July 29, 2016, 01:17:21 AM
Shadow it is then :P Mine will be different though but recognizable. Helmet will be black with a red visor so that'll look mean for sure, classic black robes. Khloescustomclothing can do their set in black so ;o Like I didn't know if a Shadow Guard actually NEEDED armor parts or not besides the helmet so. I did find a good pike source though too. Real metal and not flimsy plastic like the crap rubies one is. I just don't like any of their stuff so. I only got my Vader costume just for fun really :P


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: SaberFox on August 04, 2016, 05:08:56 AM
On the subject of contact lenses, it is illegal to sell any kind of contact lens in the United Sates without a prescription. While some are listed as "cosmetic" and indeed, have no "prescribed" power in them, they are still considered a medical device to be dispensed by a health care provider, i.e. Optometrist, Ophthalmologist or licensed contact lens fitter. The reason for this is a contact lens should be carefully fitted to the curvature of the human eye and training and care needs to be instilled in the wearer. Without proper information, a person could cause themselves infections and eye health damage. Believe me, it's no fun to get an abrasion on your cornea. For those who are experienced wearers that have started with a professional care provider, seek a legitimate source for prescription grade lenses. Cutting corners to save money isn't necessarily a wise choice. Now that I've said my piece, people will do what people will do. I just felt compelled to put forth a cautionary statement. You only get one set of eyes, so treat them kindly. 


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Rapine on August 04, 2016, 09:41:51 AM
On the subject of contact lenses, it is illegal to sell any kind of contact lens in the United Sates without a prescription. While some are listed as "cosmetic" and indeed, have no "prescribed" power in them, they are still considered a medical device to be dispensed by a health care provider, i.e. Optometrist, Ophthalmologist or licensed contact lens fitter. The reason for this is a contact lens should be carefully fitted to the curvature of the human eye and training and care needs to be instilled in the wearer. Without proper information, a person could cause themselves infections and eye health damage. Believe me, it's no fun to get an abrasion on your cornea. For those who are experienced wearers that have started with a professional care provider, seek a legitimate source for prescription grade lenses. Cutting corners to save money isn't necessarily a wise choice. Now that I've said my piece, people will do what people will do. I just felt compelled to put forth a cautionary statement. You only get one set of eyes, so treat them kindly. 
A good, and valid point SaberFox.
+1

Agreed.  Optometrists up here carry good ones.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Benji on August 29, 2016, 01:27:41 PM
OMG... Some of these sites are costume dream shops... Thanks for compiling this list! Also, checked Museum Replicas as I've done business there in the past. They don't seem to have any actual costume stuff for Star Wars anymore, but still great if you're looking for medieval clothes and weapons although they are pricey.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: bigBear on September 19, 2016, 04:38:40 PM
I think these would make great jedi boots

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Mens-Riding-Knee-High-Boot-Military-Leather-Buckle-Zipper-Roman-Equestrian-Shoe-/162161780830?var=&hash=item25c198685e:m:mQfMgOUSAh3CjuoJsxQ3ykw


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on October 16, 2016, 09:07:36 PM
What's a good US source for Jedi gauntlets Clone Wars style besides the Rebel Legion? Might add some to my main costume =]


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Rapine on October 16, 2016, 11:23:59 PM
What's a good US source for Jedi gauntlets Clone Wars style besides the Rebel Legion? Might add some to my main costume =]
You could always ask stedsi if he could print you a set...


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: DaxCumada on October 28, 2016, 03:40:56 PM
Big props on you bro!
Thanks for sharing! Great reference!


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: bigBear on October 28, 2016, 03:58:58 PM
just ordered my tunic set from twin roses. have it by the 2nd week of Nov.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on November 23, 2016, 09:50:10 PM
I love my Twin Roses tunic set, its a full set now with the inner tunic =] I got the battle worn looking outer tunic set but a more bright white obi with it too, wanted something different for mine so. Looks like you already got yours though. Mines the unbleached osnaburg set and the more mahogany brown inner tunic, the kona cotton one, good stuff


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: shade_1313 on November 26, 2016, 04:53:57 AM
Slowly, it's coming together.  Got my latest order from FarFarAwayOutfitters (Etsy) today, still waiting on my Corellian Importers belt, I need to get some boots (I might just get some plain old combat boots and wear greaves over them), and I just ordered a robe from Hampton's Jedi Outfit (also Etsy, and mentioned earlier) and tabard/surcoat with obi from Twin Roses.  Still need to source the parts and materials to make the helmet, get some scrub pants and pouches, and after all that (and once I get the brain bucket actually built, I hope I can make my vision of the helmet work), I'll be done gettin' Sithy with it.




Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: bigBear on November 26, 2016, 07:18:38 AM
sweet. and I got my robe ordered


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: shade_1313 on December 03, 2016, 06:11:15 PM
I think these would make great jedi boots

[url]http://www.ebay.com/itm/Mens-Riding-Knee-High-Boot-Military-Leather-Buckle-Zipper-Roman-Equestrian-Shoe-/162161780830?var=&hash=item25c198685e:m:mQfMgOUSAh3CjuoJsxQ3ykw[/url]


Finding boots is proving to be the bane of my costuming existence.  Partly due to having big feet (I take a 13-13 1/2 in boots).  Hopefully, I can find something locally rather than ordering and hoping for the best that they'll fit.

Boots, though, are (as far as I can reckon) the last bits I need to arrange for.  Everything else is ordered and I should have together by mid-January, except maybe for the helmet (and that depends on me successfully making it, more than anything).  I need to ask the head guy at the saber choreography group here if they'll be doing another set of photos in the spring, because I'd love to have good pictures of the final costume, so I can share them here.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on December 07, 2016, 07:56:36 PM
Finding boots is proving to be the bane of my costuming existence.  Partly due to having big feet (I take a 13-13 1/2 in boots).  Hopefully, I can find something locally rather than ordering and hoping for the best that they'll fit.

Boots, though, are (as far as I can reckon) the last bits I need to arrange for.  Everything else is ordered and I should have together by mid-January, except maybe for the helmet (and that depends on me successfully making it, more than anything).  I need to ask the head guy at the saber choreography group here if they'll be doing another set of photos in the spring, because I'd love to have good pictures of the final costume, so I can share them here.

Go here: https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=jedi+boots&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3Ajedi+boots


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: shade_1313 on December 22, 2016, 11:04:50 PM
Go here: https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_2?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=jedi+boots&rh=i%3Aaps%2Ck%3Ajedi+boots

I found a set that were advertised as the right size, looked good, reviews said they worked well for bigger calves...Ordered them, and while the box was marked for size 14, the boots themselves were size 11.

I'll keep looking locally, no more buying boots from Amazon for me.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Jediseth on March 04, 2017, 04:24:58 AM
(http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu46/rockblade19/IMG_0421_zpsyrrqkx3b.jpg) (http://s632.photobucket.com/user/rockblade19/media/IMG_0421_zpsyrrqkx3b.jpg.html)


Just received this Obi Wan Jedi belt in the mail today I purchased off Etsy From seller JedaiiLeaterCrafts.  I love it it's all leather and it was under $100. If your looking for a real leather Jedi belt for a good price it's really a good belt for the price.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: buddygroove on March 16, 2017, 07:04:53 PM
Nice belt, jediseth. Was looking at them on amazon for around $40 to $50. Would spending the extra money be a wiser choice? I'm having difficulty looking for a black Jedi belt and a nice hooded cape.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on March 16, 2017, 07:25:00 PM
^^^Usually. Stuff on amazon can be made cheap such as Jedi belts and robes. Jedi Robe America replica robes are pretty good. I love my dark brown robe from them. Its Rebel Legion acceptable so that's a good thing. I got my belt from  oddtoddsleathers I think is what its called and I think they have black but not sure. They sell on etsy though. Another good option is Hampton's Jedi Outfitters, they have black belts for sure


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Jediseth on March 16, 2017, 08:01:51 PM
Nice belt, jediseth. Was looking at them on amazon for around $40 to $50. Would spending the extra money be a wiser choice? I'm having difficulty looking for a black Jedi belt and a nice hooded cape.

I have no idea if it's worth the extra money. I was looking at belts double the price and I just didn't think I was getting anything better. $40-50 seems a bit on the low end if you ask me. I'd be worried about the quality. The guy I purchased  mine from can probably make what your looking for. I wanted a pouch to go with my belt, but it was half the price of the belt. So I found a large brown leather oversized phone case on eBay. Works great and only $10 bucks free shipping.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: buddygroove on March 16, 2017, 11:58:54 PM
Thanks guys. I definitely check out those sites and stay away from Amazon for my Sith costume.  ;D I just want a black hooded cape that is big enough to drape over my shoulders that's made out of descent, quality material.

I'm inspired by a picture of Darth Revan that I'd show you if photobucket would actually upload it.  :-\


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: TheDutchman on April 21, 2017, 05:08:43 PM
([url]http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/uu46/rockblade19/IMG_0421_zpsyrrqkx3b.jpg[/url]) ([url]http://s632.photobucket.com/user/rockblade19/media/IMG_0421_zpsyrrqkx3b.jpg.html[/url])


Just received this Obi Wan Jedi belt in the mail today I purchased off Etsy From seller JedaiiLeaterCrafts.  I love it it's all leather and it was under $100. If your looking for a real leather Jedi belt for a good price it's really a good belt for the price.

Beautiful belt; indeed, great costume, altogether.  Jediseth, where did you purchase your robes?  I'd like to get my full jedi outfit and I'd prefer quality items.  Thanks  :)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on May 01, 2017, 01:36:58 AM
^^^Twin Roses or KhloesCustomClothing for a full tunic set =] As in it comes with a dickey style inner tunic. Also who makes a good cape but with a chain? Think Vader or Dooku


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Samhain138 on May 01, 2017, 04:17:24 AM
Khloes does quality work?  I'm eyeing the Maul set they offer.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: TheDutchman on May 01, 2017, 10:28:17 PM
Khloes does quality work?  I'm eyeing the Maul set they offer.
I'm in the process of getting my tunic done from Khloes.  I'll write my verdict once I have tried everything  :) 

And a Darth Maul set sounds awesome  ;D


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Samhain138 on May 02, 2017, 03:47:22 AM
I'm in the process of getting my tunic done from Khloes.  I'll write my verdict once I have tried everything  :) 

And a Darth Maul set sounds awesome  ;D

I've been debating my next cosplay after Spawn.  I'm pretty confident I can do all of Maul's moves and could really sell it.  So it's on the table.  I'm just worried about the stigma of being that guy who cosplays Star Wars stuff.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: bigBear on May 02, 2017, 07:39:03 AM
as far as belts go $75 from twinroses is probably the cheapest quality belt you will find out there. (the one I'm wearing) shipping is decent as well.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on May 02, 2017, 04:29:17 PM
as far as belts go $75 from twinroses is probably the cheapest quality belt you will find out there. (the one I'm wearing) shipping is decent as well.

Speaking of belts....I've got my eye on one from Corellian Imports (which now seems to be DOA and replaced by Legendary Costume Works). I thought it was in the neighborhood of $125 but has since gone up. ($185) But is real leather and option of brass/nickel hardware.

(http://www.legendarycostumeworks.com/uploads/1/1/0/5/11058022/s230555406261536251_p14_i2_w600.jpeg)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: TheDutchman on May 02, 2017, 09:23:57 PM
Speaking of belts....I've got my eye on one from Corellian Imports (which now seems to be DOA and replaced by Legendary Costume Works). I thought it was in the neighborhood of $125 but has since gone up. ($185) But is real leather and option of brass/nickel hardware.

([url]http://www.legendarycostumeworks.com/uploads/1/1/0/5/11058022/s230555406261536251_p14_i2_w600.jpeg[/url])

That is a fine looking belt, DL.  Thanks  :)

^^^Twin Roses or KhloesCustomClothing for a full tunic set =] As in it comes with a dickey style inner tunic.

Excellent ZT.  Those sites were the two I thought were the best options for me as well^^

as far as belts go $75 from twinroses is probably the cheapest quality belt you will find out there. (the one I'm wearing) shipping is decent as well.

Good looking out, bB.  I really appreciate all of the info and advice  ;D


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on May 03, 2017, 04:54:41 PM
That is a fine looking belt, DL.  Thanks  :)
Thanks. I hope it ends up being worth the cost.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: avabarnes on July 13, 2017, 09:10:42 AM
Thanks Noriko for sharingwell researched collection of costumes. You can also try Costumes and Collectibles (https://www.costumesandcollectibles.com/), a one stop destination to buy all kind of costumes.



Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: avabarnes on July 13, 2017, 09:17:43 AM
HI, You can try Rogue’s Black Hooded Cape by Museum Replicas at lowest price.

Checkout Here: http://www.museumreplicas.com/p-1813-rogues-hooded-cape.aspx


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: bigBear on July 13, 2017, 02:01:05 PM
HI, You can try Rogue’s Black Hooded Cape by Museum Replicas at lowest price.

Checkout Here: [url]http://www.museumreplicas.com/p-1813-rogues-hooded-cape.aspx[/url]


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Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on July 25, 2017, 03:19:14 PM
So turns out you CAN used a rubies Supreme edition Jedi robe for Rebel Legion without any mods unless its too long on you. Cool. Never knew that. I like the bigger look and flow of their robes too


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: DarthMirage on July 28, 2017, 04:10:49 AM
Point given, thank you greatly for this! Was wondering where I could find Star Wars themed clothing :)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on July 31, 2017, 03:01:16 AM
Here you guys go. If you want some separate pieces at a decent price =] I have their inner dickey tunic in charcoal for my Sith costume and its pretty good. Good to talk to and super fast shipping too :P Might get me a different tunic and obi though so

https://www.etsy.com/shop/FarFarAwayOutfitters?ref=l2-shopheader-name


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on August 02, 2017, 03:19:22 PM
I really wish these were longer in the shin.

(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/71L1V1N4hoL._SL1300_.jpg)(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/61UH7wchDwL._SL1300_.jpg)

(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/81KlmztE4kL._SL1300_.jpg)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Lady Agana Kath on August 03, 2017, 11:20:13 AM
I really wish these were longer in the shin.

(https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/81KlmztE4kL._SL1300_.jpg)

Damn, those are nice. Yeah those would be sweet if they were longer... they look like kid shinguards :/
Perhaps boots high enough to overlap the bottom of the shinguard and everything painted to match?


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on August 03, 2017, 02:58:16 PM
Damn, those are nice. Yeah those would be sweet if they were longer... they look like kid shinguards :/
Perhaps boots high enough to overlap the bottom of the shinguard and everything painted to match?
They actually look like they fulfill their intended purpose because the areas to take the brunt of a motorcycle fall are going to be the knew and upper shin and lower thigh. These are actually what I initially looked at for leg armor but I wasn't sure of length. Meanwhile, I'm looking into getting my current armor disassembled and directly mounted to my boots.

I still just think these look wicked though. With the red accents, they look very Sithy.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on September 25, 2017, 02:58:05 PM
Check out Largemouth on Amazon, they have some good quality budget friendly Jedi/Sith costumes I think and now they have more of a cloak option for your Sith :P Like the sleeveless type robes finally. I'm gonna be getting me one here soon =]


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on October 27, 2017, 05:34:52 AM
Check out Farfarawayoutfitters on Etsy, reasonably priced pieces if you want to buy them separate and they have full costumes too and angled tabbards even for us Sith :P


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: BatMike90 on October 27, 2017, 10:07:26 AM
Check out Farfarawayoutfitters on Etsy, reasonably priced pieces if you want to buy them separate and they have full costumes too and angled tabbards even for us Sith :P

I plan on using them, when I get some cash together.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on November 19, 2017, 01:31:52 AM
I should say when you buy their dickey inner tunic the stitching on the bottom when the tunic is folded is supposed to be seen on the outside so, other wise either the back of the neck or one of the sides will totally twist up and will frustrate you trying to figure out how to fix it x.x When the stitching is being shown might feel like its inside out but its normal like that so. I'll get pictures up sometime, its the only piece I have from them so


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on November 26, 2017, 05:16:40 AM
Who makes good, non insulated short gloves? Like just above the wrist?? Non usual Vader style


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: bigBear on November 26, 2017, 05:28:51 AM
Who makes good, non insulated short gloves? Like just above the wrist?? Non usual Vader style

might want to try leatherup.com
prices and selection is decent.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on November 26, 2017, 05:58:25 AM
I want something like that just with no fur, because I know they would probably get hot after awhile. I did a test a couple years ago when I got them though and the fur wasn't really all that great or warm so. I just really like the shape of them so. And it looks like it can't be cut off safely like most gloves

(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4553/37761116585_6ef116b0bd_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/ZwPAoe)glove1 (https://flic.kr/p/ZwPAoe) by joshgarcia07 (https://www.flickr.com/photos/16992772@N02/), on Flickr


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Croft on January 28, 2018, 11:51:54 PM
Hey all. Looking for a link or someone who knows where I can find something.
I'm looking for the sachel/back pack Rey wore at the end of SW Force Awakens.
I've seen the one from her gear when on her home planet (beginning of movie)

Any help will be appreciated.
??? how do I give points.

Croft  ;D


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Therion Jinn on January 29, 2018, 04:16:23 AM
While I can't answer the first one, the second question is easy.
Giving points:
Under the username on the left side of the screen are two boxed listings 'Give Light Side Points' and 'Give Dark Side Points'
Simply click the one you wish to do for a particular user


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: TheDutchman on January 29, 2018, 12:03:55 PM
Hey all. Looking for a link or someone who knows where I can find something.
I'm looking for the sachel/back pack Rey wore at the end of SW Force Awakens.
I've seen the one from her gear when on her home planet (beginning of movie)

Any help will be appreciated.
??? how do I give points.

Croft  ;D
Granted I don't have a definitive answer but you might want to look on Etsy  :)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Croft on January 29, 2018, 11:53:31 PM
Therion Jinn
Thank you, I never even saw this.
Light side points for you.

Croft  ;D


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Therion Jinn on January 30, 2018, 04:41:17 AM
Croft,
Glad I could help, but I tend to prefer the darkside points


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Rapine on January 30, 2018, 12:26:28 PM
Hey Croft,

Yeah - most members will be easy to spot.  A negative number means DarkSide points, a positive number; LightSide points.   If it's not that clear, most have their preference displayed just beneath their avatar pic.  If you're still uncertain, just ask - some members prefer to remain "grey", and hover around zero. :)

As for costume parts and accessories, there's also Ebay.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: TheDutchman on January 30, 2018, 12:56:22 PM
Therion Jinn
Thank you, I never even saw this.
Light side points for you.

Croft  ;D
No Croft!

For TJ, you should "reward" him with Dark Side Points, please  :)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Croft on January 30, 2018, 11:59:52 PM
My apologies, I will amend that.
Still learning.

Yes I've been searching both site.

Croft  ;D


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: RedPhoenix on March 27, 2018, 11:54:28 PM
Has anyone purchased a Jedi costume from Amazon? The one Im looking at is named Cosplaysky star wars jedi robe costume obi-wan kenobi. It's not very expensive and the reviews are quite good. If you've purchased it I was wondering what your take on it is.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Saso Is-kor on March 28, 2018, 12:58:05 AM
Has anyone purchased a Jedi costume from Amazon? The one Im looking at is named Cosplaysky star wars jedi robe costume obi-wan kenobi. It's not very expensive and the reviews are quite good. If you've purchased it I was wondering what your take on it is.


I personally haven't purchased anything for them, but I've always considered them an option. I managed to find a few people's reviews on here who have bought Jedi costumes from them. There might be a few more I missed, especially reviews for the robe specifically. From what I've read over the years in the way of reviews for CosplaySky, they make some decent stuff.

http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=5912.0

http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=13785.0

Edit:
There are a few robe reviews here on the forum, an advanced search of "CosplaySky" and narrowing it to this section of Costumes and Props will bring them up. No actual pictures of robes I could find though... expanding a search of CosplaySky robe reviews on Google might work better.

They also aren't the only game in town. Twin Rose Designs, Jedi Robe America, and Khloe's Custom Clothing are all around. I've seen some good reviews for them in my travels as well.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Therion Jinn on March 28, 2018, 03:14:43 AM
Has anyone purchased a Jedi costume from Amazon? The one Im looking at is named Cosplaysky star wars jedi robe costume obi-wan kenobi. It's not very expensive and the reviews are quite good. If you've purchased it I was wondering what your take on it is.
I can't speak to their Obi-wan costume, but I have no complaints about their all-black Anakin Skywalker.
It's the base suit for my Therion Jinn cosplay


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on April 03, 2018, 12:57:15 AM
I'm in search of a long style tunic for a budget Palpatine cosplay :P ROTJ style type. Can't seem to find anything under 500 x.x Even just for the under robe


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: TheDutchman on April 03, 2018, 06:10:45 AM
I'm in search of a long style tunic for a budget Palpatine cosplay :P ROTJ style type. Can't seem to find anything under 500 x.x Even just for the under robe
Zren, try Etsy.  I see some pretty good deals, certainly less expensive than $500 (ouch).


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Infinit01 on June 24, 2018, 01:44:28 AM
I've been feverishly looking for costumes and found some here and there.  Of course, I didn't think to look on here for some strange reason even thought I've looked at guides for other Jedi and saber stuff. 


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Infinit01 on June 24, 2018, 01:55:37 AM
Zren, try Etsy.  I see some pretty good deals, certainly less expensive than $500 (ouch).


Got any specific stores or sellers, Dutchman?  I've looked on Etsy and found a couple, one had a gray tunic but it was $500.00 or close to it.  I think another was less but they were out of stock.  Been looking for gray tunics and robe.


Title: Re: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: tx_tuff on June 24, 2018, 08:02:47 AM

Got any specific stores or sellers, Dutchman?  I've looked on Etsy and found a couple, one had a gray tunic but it was $500.00 or close to it.  I think another was less but they were out of stock.  Been looking for gray tunics and robe.
FarFarAwayOutfitters on Etsy. This is were I got mine. You can mix and match different styles and colors too. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180624/5892d803eb153df3076ae491d31bccff.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180624/1c65f8a09bc7b192eb6796ba437cc179.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180624/fc8b8f4c327c08b74d3d8b5fd6c1900e.jpg)

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Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: TheDutchman on June 24, 2018, 12:57:15 PM

Got any specific stores or sellers, Dutchman?  I've looked on Etsy and found a couple, one had a gray tunic but it was $500.00 or close to it.  I think another was less but they were out of stock.  Been looking for gray tunics and robe.
Try this vendor, she's got a 10% discount going on as well as free shipping (quality work too):
https://www.etsy.com/listing/85507823/star-wars-cosplay-jedi-tunic-and-robe?ref=shop_home_active_3
 :)


Title: Re: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Infinit01 on June 24, 2018, 01:09:44 PM
FarFarAwayOutfitters on Etsy. This is were I got mine. You can mix and match different styles and colors too.


Thanks Tx! Will check them out! Point given


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Infinit01 on June 24, 2018, 01:11:21 PM
Try this vendor, she's got a 10% discount going on as well as free shipping (quality work too):
https://www.etsy.com/listing/85507823/star-wars-cosplay-jedi-tunic-and-robe?ref=shop_home_active_3
 :)

Thanks Dutchman. Will check them out! Point given


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on August 08, 2018, 08:31:36 PM
@In, definitely check out Khloes for sure, most of my main costume is made by her, good stuff, FarFarAwayOutfitters isn't bad either, I have a dickey style inner tunic from them for my Sith and a natural obi from them as well =] Their obis are 90 inches long so can fit anyone really


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Infinit01 on August 09, 2018, 03:45:25 PM
I found some good robes and tunic from Khloe's Custom shop as you two have mentioned.  Point!


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on January 07, 2019, 07:54:47 PM
I totally want one of these.

(https://i.etsystatic.com/6707182/r/il/0db1ec/1784817849/il_570xN.1784817849_7bbu.jpg)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Kaboose0008 on January 07, 2019, 08:12:05 PM
I totally want one of these.

(https://i.etsystatic.com/6707182/r/il/0db1ec/1784817849/il_570xN.1784817849_7bbu.jpg)


that is awesome I want one too! could even use on a Batman costume!


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on January 07, 2019, 08:42:51 PM

that is awesome I want one too! could even use on a Batman costume!
That was probably the original intent.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: bigBear on January 07, 2019, 09:52:35 PM
That was probably the original intent.

either that or a wookie.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on January 07, 2019, 10:00:28 PM
either that or a wookie.
Eeeehhh.....maybe. He does offer the boxes in multiple colors.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: BatMike90 on January 08, 2019, 12:10:20 PM
I totally want one of these.

(https://i.etsystatic.com/6707182/r/il/0db1ec/1784817849/il_570xN.1784817849_7bbu.jpg)

Where can I find this?!?!


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on January 08, 2019, 07:14:11 PM
Where can I find this?!?!
BionicConcepts on Etsy.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on March 19, 2019, 08:07:10 AM
(https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pA9D8ec225E/hqdefault.jpg)

I was shopping for costume upgrades of Etsy when I stumbled upon this shop:

Far Far Away Outfitters (https://www.etsy.com/shop/FarFarAwayOutfitters?ref=pr2018_faveshops)

If you are going the traditional or semi-traditional route for a Jedi/Sith cosplay this looks like the place to go. They have almost everything, in a wide assortment of colors, and for decent prices:

(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/r/il/09a646/1089526449/il_794xN.1089526449_cn22.jpg)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/r/il/596f7d/1043013802/il_794xN.1043013802_h8ga.jpg)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/r/il/0d9c11/1087679451/il_794xN.1087679451_eh7m.jpg)
(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/r/il/18bc4c/1043015540/il_794xN.1043015540_200l.jpg)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/e605a2/1043022714/il_340x270.1043022714_h1a5.jpg?version=0)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/70fb1d/1219473782/il_340x270.1219473782_srdb.jpg?version=0)
(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/ec1c9e/1266689665/il_340x270.1266689665_gi5r.jpg?version=0)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/e5a257/1043014850/il_340x270.1043014850_gh2v.jpg?version=0)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/b086f0/1043015006/il_340x270.1043015006_cvwh.jpg?version=0)
(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/f20b31/1089571951/il_340x270.1089571951_gvjc.jpg?version=0)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/a73b0b/1041123954/il_340x270.1041123954_mgqx.jpg?version=0)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/26d5e4/1131422423/il_340x270.1131422423_r7eo.jpg?version=0)



Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Lady Revan on March 19, 2019, 04:54:29 PM
(https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pA9D8ec225E/hqdefault.jpg)

I was shopping for costume upgrades of Etsy when I stumbled upon this shop:

Far Far Away Outfitters (https://www.etsy.com/shop/FarFarAwayOutfitters?ref=pr2018_faveshops)

If you are going the traditional or semi-traditional route for a Jedi/Sith cosplay this looks like the place to go. They have almost everything, in a wide assortment of colors, and for decent prices:

(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/r/il/09a646/1089526449/il_794xN.1089526449_cn22.jpg)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/r/il/596f7d/1043013802/il_794xN.1043013802_h8ga.jpg)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/r/il/0d9c11/1087679451/il_794xN.1087679451_eh7m.jpg)
(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/r/il/18bc4c/1043015540/il_794xN.1043015540_200l.jpg)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/e605a2/1043022714/il_340x270.1043022714_h1a5.jpg?version=0)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/70fb1d/1219473782/il_340x270.1219473782_srdb.jpg?version=0)
(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/ec1c9e/1266689665/il_340x270.1266689665_gi5r.jpg?version=0)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/e5a257/1043014850/il_340x270.1043014850_gh2v.jpg?version=0)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/b086f0/1043015006/il_340x270.1043015006_cvwh.jpg?version=0)
(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/f20b31/1089571951/il_340x270.1089571951_gvjc.jpg?version=0)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/a73b0b/1041123954/il_340x270.1041123954_mgqx.jpg?version=0)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/26d5e4/1131422423/il_340x270.1131422423_r7eo.jpg?version=0)



I used this seller for most of my Jedi costume and can say the service was great. They make stuff that can be Saber Guild, and Rebel Legion approved. Personally, I really like the texture of their “natural” fabric, which only comes in sort of an oatmeal color but can be dyed upon receiving if you want it different. Only complaint is their Obis are REALLY long and don’t include Velcro. I assume the length is to accommodate a large range of sizes though, and can be easily enough altered. Prices are also really good for the quality and product.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on March 19, 2019, 09:58:31 AM
I used this seller for most of my Jedi costume and can say the service was great. They make stuff that can be Saber Guild, and Rebel Legion approved. Personally, I really like the texture of their “natural” fabric, which only comes in sort of an oatmeal color but can be dyed upon receiving if you want it different. Only complaint is their Obis are REALLY long and don’t include Velcro. I assume the length is to accommodate a large range of sizes though, and can be easily enough altered. Prices are also really good for the quality and product.
I spoke with them about how to size obies. They produce them long to accommodate "one size fits all". I plan on getting one and just plan to either tuck the end in the back or use my belt to hold it in place.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Karmack on March 19, 2019, 05:27:12 PM
I spoke with them about how to size obies. They produce them long to accommodate "one size fits all". I plan on getting one and just plan to either tuck the end in the back or use my belt to hold it in place.

one size fits all????   Oh.  Never mind....   (I am WAY to big around for anything that fits "all"...)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Lady Revan on March 19, 2019, 06:38:45 PM
I spoke with them about how to size obies. They produce them long to accommodate "one size fits all". I plan on getting one and just plan to either tuck the end in the back or use my belt to hold it in place.

one size fits all????   Oh.  Never mind....   (I am WAY to big around for anything that fits "all"...)

You say that now. When they say one size fits ALL they mean it. Karm, PM measurement and I can check from mine if it will fit. I haven’t had time to cut and adjust yet so it’s still the same length


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on March 19, 2019, 06:44:04 PM
one size fits all????   Oh.  Never mind....   (I am WAY to big around for anything that fits "all"...)
I doubt you are 8' in circumference.

Their obies are cut 94" long.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Lady Revan on March 19, 2019, 06:46:54 PM
Yup! These Obis are longer than humans. They’re really wide too so they need to be narrowed to accommodate most Belt widths


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Karmack on March 19, 2019, 06:56:33 PM
PM inbound.  I am curious.  :-)


Title: Re: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: tx_tuff on March 19, 2019, 06:59:55 PM
(https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pA9D8ec225E/hqdefault.jpg)

I was shopping for costume upgrades of Etsy when I stumbled upon this shop:

Far Far Away Outfitters (https://www.etsy.com/shop/FarFarAwayOutfitters?ref=pr2018_faveshops)

If you are going the traditional or semi-traditional route for a Jedi/Sith cosplay this looks like the place to go. They have almost everything, in a wide assortment of colors, and for decent prices:

(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/r/il/09a646/1089526449/il_794xN.1089526449_cn22.jpg)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/r/il/596f7d/1043013802/il_794xN.1043013802_h8ga.jpg)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/r/il/0d9c11/1087679451/il_794xN.1087679451_eh7m.jpg)
(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/r/il/18bc4c/1043015540/il_794xN.1043015540_200l.jpg)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/e605a2/1043022714/il_340x270.1043022714_h1a5.jpg?version=0)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/70fb1d/1219473782/il_340x270.1219473782_srdb.jpg?version=0)
(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/ec1c9e/1266689665/il_340x270.1266689665_gi5r.jpg?version=0)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/e5a257/1043014850/il_340x270.1043014850_gh2v.jpg?version=0)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/b086f0/1043015006/il_340x270.1043015006_cvwh.jpg?version=0)
(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/f20b31/1089571951/il_340x270.1089571951_gvjc.jpg?version=0)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/a73b0b/1041123954/il_340x270.1041123954_mgqx.jpg?version=0)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/26d5e4/1131422423/il_340x270.1131422423_r7eo.jpg?version=0)
Me and my daughter are staying their stuff in these pictures.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190319/0eb72b57372f84e3c1fa71312ec45e78.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190319/c42e0d7fb3532aa87c6b9eac3bb1fcde.jpg)

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Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Karmack on March 19, 2019, 12:13:46 PM
Ah, the nuclear Jedi family, the strength of the Jedi...   

Oh.  Wait...    ;-)

Awesome outfits!  Way to rock the Butcher, too!  Sweet!


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: TheDutchman on March 19, 2019, 07:24:46 PM
(https://i.ytimg.com/vi/pA9D8ec225E/hqdefault.jpg)

I was shopping for costume upgrades of Etsy when I stumbled upon this shop:

Far Far Away Outfitters (https://www.etsy.com/shop/FarFarAwayOutfitters?ref=pr2018_faveshops)

If you are going the traditional or semi-traditional route for a Jedi/Sith cosplay this looks like the place to go. They have almost everything, in a wide assortment of colors, and for decent prices:

(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/r/il/09a646/1089526449/il_794xN.1089526449_cn22.jpg)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/r/il/596f7d/1043013802/il_794xN.1043013802_h8ga.jpg)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/r/il/0d9c11/1087679451/il_794xN.1087679451_eh7m.jpg)
(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/r/il/18bc4c/1043015540/il_794xN.1043015540_200l.jpg)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/e605a2/1043022714/il_340x270.1043022714_h1a5.jpg?version=0)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/70fb1d/1219473782/il_340x270.1219473782_srdb.jpg?version=0)
(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/ec1c9e/1266689665/il_340x270.1266689665_gi5r.jpg?version=0)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/e5a257/1043014850/il_340x270.1043014850_gh2v.jpg?version=0)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/b086f0/1043015006/il_340x270.1043015006_cvwh.jpg?version=0)
(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/f20b31/1089571951/il_340x270.1089571951_gvjc.jpg?version=0)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/a73b0b/1041123954/il_340x270.1041123954_mgqx.jpg?version=0)(https://i.etsystatic.com/13348365/d/il/26d5e4/1131422423/il_340x270.1131422423_r7eo.jpg?version=0)


I was thinking of getting my wife's robes from here.

Thanks Logos!

Me and my daughter are staying their stuff in these pictures.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190319/0eb72b57372f84e3c1fa71312ec45e78.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190319/c42e0d7fb3532aa87c6b9eac3bb1fcde.jpg)

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Outstanding ensembles, Tx!  Just further proof that FFAOutfitters do quality work.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Zren Tobas on April 07, 2019, 05:38:09 AM
I have an obi from them for my Twin Roses set because I wasn't finding a proper matching oatmeal osnaburg fabric/color from anyone else so, I actually like and prefer the long length and wide width they do. I'm gonna get a black and chocolate colored obi from FFAOF here soon too. I don't mind its a different shade of osnaburg though than the main tunic color


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Adinamariam on July 31, 2019, 04:38:25 PM
I have full museum replica obi wan costume I'm looking to sell, it's a really heavy, quality costime, with belt and the boots. It's all zipped up in a garment bag now but can post some pics if you or anyone you know is interested.  Also have an Anakin pod helmet and an imperial guard helmet. All in great condition.  Will split up.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Lady Revan on August 02, 2019, 12:04:08 AM
I have full museum replica obi wan costume I'm looking to sell, it's a really heavy, quality costime, with belt and the boots. It's all zipped up in a garment bag now but can post some pics if you or anyone you know is interested.  Also have an Anakin pod helmet and an imperial guard helmet. All in great condition.  Will split up.

You may want to post which Episode Obi-Wan, since his costumes have slight variances in I, II, III and IV. That being said, we are also not supposed to post about items for sale in the forum without prior permission from Ultra or Deep (legality issues). A better option for those particular items might be posting in the Rebel Legion and/or Saber Guild forums, which I believe each have their own section for selling/trading costume pieces (plus, those audiences are specifically looking for Movie-Quality Replicas like your Obi-Wan).


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: mrg149 on August 31, 2020, 10:53:25 AM
Any advice for puting togerther an original Sith costume? I have a few items in mind already but itema ike base layers and whether to utilize a basic jedi-like uniform or not are still floating around. I have some ideas for armor on shoulders and gauntets as well as modding a helmet, etc

So if you have any tips or ideas, I'm all ears


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on August 31, 2020, 01:49:13 PM
Any advice for puting togerther an original Sith costume? I have a few items in mind already but itema ike base layers and whether to utilize a basic jedi-like uniform or not are still floating around. I have some ideas for armor on shoulders and gauntets as well as modding a helmet, etc

So if you have any tips or ideas, I'm all ears
I recommend simple. My base garment is nothing more than a black karate gi I bought on Amazon.

(https://i.imgur.com/pjSx0kH.jpg?2) (https://i.imgur.com/f38muhh.jpg)

The robe is modified from a shop on Etsy called Skirtstar. Boots (minus armor), gloves and belt are from Amazon as well. After that it gets complicated. ;D


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Tepes on August 31, 2020, 04:01:23 PM
Any advice for puting togerther an original Sith costume? I have a few items in mind already but itema ike base layers and whether to utilize a basic jedi-like uniform or not are still floating around. I have some ideas for armor on shoulders and gauntets as well as modding a helmet, etc

So if you have any tips or ideas, I'm all ears

Like My Cohort Logos said...start simple.  But also delve into your character.  What is he/she like.  Personality is the main ingredient (imo) in coming up with a costume...especially Sith.  Attitude, strengths, weaknesses, injuries, fighting style...I thought about all this for my costume.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on August 31, 2020, 04:21:48 PM
Like My Cohort Logos said...start simple.  But also delve into your character.  What is he/she like.  Personality is the main ingredient (imo) in coming up with a costume...especially Sith.  Attitude, strengths, weaknesses, injuries, fighting style...I thought about all this for my costume.
Also agree with my cohort. Try to have the image tell a story. That will help you shape the look you're going for.

My best example of "looks telling a story" is the characters from Overwatch. I don't play, but I am fascinated by the characters. When you look at each one, you can see that there is a deep backstory behind them. Then you go to the Wiki page and get to read the story. ;D


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: mrg149 on September 01, 2020, 11:26:29 AM
Thanks all for those tips. I have been pulling ideas from various sources. I really like the long tunic/tabards Darth vader wears under his armo and found an overlong sweater that looks very close. Ill try to post links to some of my choices when I get a chanc. How do you guys tackle variety in the all-black world of Sith costumes? I plan to break it up by making arrmor pieces a hand hammered gray-black with plenty of damage.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Tepes on September 01, 2020, 12:16:48 PM
Thanks all for those tips. I have been pulling ideas from various sources. I really like the long tunic/tabards Darth vader wears under his armo and found an overlong sweater that looks very close. Ill try to post links to some of my choices when I get a chanc. How do you guys tackle variety in the all-black world of Sith costumes? I plan to break it up by making arrmor pieces a hand hammered gray-black with plenty of damage.
 

Armor is always a good option.  As well if you use different materials even though they are all black they will contrast...using vader as an example.  His suit, cape and tabards were all black but different materials and easily distinguishable from each other.  But don't think you have to go all black to be a sith.  Many sith mixed in different colors.  Usually Reds, deep blues and Purples from what I have seen.  Sith were much more non-conformist than those dirty Jedi.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on September 01, 2020, 12:34:31 PM
Thanks all for those tips. I have been pulling ideas from various sources. I really like the long tunic/tabards Darth vader wears under his armo and found an overlong sweater that looks very close. Ill try to post links to some of my choices when I get a chanc. How do you guys tackle variety in the all-black world of Sith costumes? I plan to break it up by making arrmor pieces a hand hammered gray-black with plenty of damage.
I decided to add some color before Celebration last year. Went with a charcoal grey dickie for the under-tunic and a red cummerbund. Kath insisted on dying it a darker shade. (nailed it) I got those from a good place on etsy called Far Far Away Outfitters. They specialize in 1-size-fits-all pieces cosplay parts to minimize customer costs for customization. Like the cummerbund is actually an 8' piece of cloth that you wrap around until you run out of material

I'll try to get my apprentice to post pics of his latest project. His Sith assassin cosplay is coming along beautifully.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: mrg149 on September 02, 2020, 07:02:06 PM
Here is the collection of parts that I have come up with so far.

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ImBwxsW8_5mfrtkOx4JGqYumdXHGyH1z?usp=sharing

The gauntlets (minus the fins and with some mods) and shoulder armor would be done in EVA Foam

The 2 masks are interesting. I'd further mod and repaint the Gray Fox mask to separate it from its origin.

The undercoat would be worn like the long tabards that Vader has in his costume with a utility belt (again...like Vader)

I would further add a Vader-esque cape and a hood that would attach between the layers of the shoulder armor.

 I'm still looking for base layers and anything below the belt....So any ideas there would be welcome.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Darth Logos on September 02, 2020, 07:19:04 PM
Here is the collection of parts that I have come up with so far.

https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1ImBwxsW8_5mfrtkOx4JGqYumdXHGyH1z?usp=sharing

The gauntlets (minus the fins and with some mods) and shoulder armor would be done in EVA Foam

The 2 masks are interesting. I'd further mod and repaint the Gray Fox mask to separate it from its origin.

The undercoat would be worn like the long tabards that Vader has in his costume with a utility belt (again...like Vader)

I would further add a Vader-esque cape and a hood that would attach between the layers of the shoulder armor.

 I'm still looking for base layers and anything below the belt....So any ideas there would be welcome.
One thing I try to dissuade is using components with logos on them, or things that are easily recognized. Like the Batman gauntlets.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: mrg149 on September 03, 2020, 02:44:50 AM
but your names is…

I plan on heavily modding the gauntlets (plus no batty fins) they are just a jumping off point.

logos like the brestplate wouldget sanded primed and repainted and weathered. maybe some extra greebliies. good points though. thanks


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: mrg149 on September 22, 2020, 03:23:35 PM
Looking to start my gauntlet build. Does 2 layers of 3mm foam sound flimsy? Recommendations? Base layer of 10mm with 2-3mm for detail?  The pattern I have suggests 2, 3mm layers.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Therion Jinn on September 26, 2020, 03:04:45 AM
the two layers of 3mm may be a bit thin.
I'd more likely go with a base of 6mm, with 2-3mm for details

At least that's how I started my and my son's Mando bracers


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Saso Is-kor on September 26, 2020, 03:27:19 AM
Looking to start my gauntlet build. Does 2 layers of 3mm foam sound flimsy? Recommendations? Base layer of 10mm with 2-3mm for detail?  The pattern I have suggests 2, 3mm layers.

I'm with Therion, it does sound kind of thin with only 3mm for the base. On all the Eva foam armor and projects I've always gone with a minimum of 5-6mm for the base alone. Just adds a lot of structure, makes it seem more substantial and realistic when you're wearing it.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: mrg149 on September 27, 2020, 01:50:45 AM
That's what I thought too. pictures looked a bit anemic.

I will use the design as a base and shape but go with some ideas of my own.

When I get to the helmet, I'm going with a cross between evil Ted's space marine design crossed with Darth Vindicans helm. But gauntlets first…


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: cwfox9 on September 27, 2020, 01:59:29 AM
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Cosplaysky-Adult-Hooded-Outfit-Costume/dp/B00XVX3NN4/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=cosplaysky&qid=1601169744&sr=8-1&th=1&psc=1 (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Cosplaysky-Adult-Hooded-Outfit-Costume/dp/B00XVX3NN4/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=cosplaysky&qid=1601169744&sr=8-1&th=1&psc=1) 

Does anyone have opinions/experience with the above Jedi costume, want something decent as a start point

Appreciate the help


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: For Tyeth on September 27, 2020, 02:47:44 AM
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Cosplaysky-Adult-Hooded-Outfit-Costume/dp/B00XVX3NN4/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=cosplaysky&qid=1601169744&sr=8-1&th=1&psc=1 (https://www.amazon.co.uk/Cosplaysky-Adult-Hooded-Outfit-Costume/dp/B00XVX3NN4/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=cosplaysky&qid=1601169744&sr=8-1&th=1&psc=1) 

Does anyone have opinions/experience with the above Jedi costume, want something decent as a start point

Appreciate the help

Hi cwfox0,

I recently purchased this exact same costume but I bought direct from Cosplaysky's site. It is a good starter costume to modify. The tunic isn't as bleached white as it looks in the product photos - it has a biscuit like sand colour to it. The material is a nice single layer medium weight linen that will look great when it ages (or if you weather it yourself) The "inner tunic" is a length of material that is stitched to the inside of the tunic collar and wraps around to form a mock inner garment. The tunic itself isn't lined but depending on where you're located that may be good or bad. The pants are regular straight legged and have zip front and button fastening, pockets and belt loops. The tabbards and Obi sash are nice and double thickness. The Obi has velcro strips to close it. The tabbards are a good length (in relation to the tunic) but do need securing to the tunic either by permanent sewing in place or as I did, sew press snap fasteners on the shoulders of the tunic and the underside of the tabbards to prevent them sliding off your shoulders. The cloak is lightweight polyester and non-lined, but again this could be a plus or minus. It hangs well and actually looks better than I thought. The pleather belt and pouch probably will need replacing with a more substantial one if you're gonna hang a saber off it. I am 6ft tall and slim build but the Men's Large size fitted me well.

There were a few "unfinished" threads that needed trimming, nothing serious, it will need a few tweaks but as I said at the start I think this makes a good base to start from. Hope this helps.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: cwfox9 on September 27, 2020, 11:20:27 AM
Hi cwfox0,

I recently purchased this exact same costume but I bought direct from Cosplaysky's site. It is a good starter costume to modify. The tunic isn't as bleached white as it looks in the product photos - it has a biscuit like sand colour to it. The material is a nice single layer medium weight linen that will look great when it ages (or if you weather it yourself) The "inner tunic" is a length of material that is stitched to the inside of the tunic collar and wraps around to form a mock inner garment. The tunic itself isn't lined but depending on where you're located that may be good or bad. The pants are regular straight legged and have zip front and button fastening, pockets and belt loops. The tabbards and Obi sash are nice and double thickness. The Obi has velcro strips to close it. The tabbards are a good length (in relation to the tunic) but do need securing to the tunic either by permanent sewing in place or as I did, sew press snap fasteners on the shoulders of the tunic and the underside of the tabbards to prevent them sliding off your shoulders. The cloak is lightweight polyester and non-lined, but again this could be a plus or minus. It hangs well and actually looks better than I thought. The pleather belt and pouch probably will need replacing with a more substantial one if you're gonna hang a saber off it. I am 6ft tall and slim build but the Men's Large size fitted me well.

There were a few "unfinished" threads that needed trimming, nothing serious, it will need a few tweaks but as I said at the start I think this makes a good base to start from. Hope this helps.
 

That does help as everything else i've seen either doesn't look great or is a lot more expensive. Any recommendations on the belt and boots?


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: mrg149 on September 27, 2020, 11:34:26 AM
I posted all of my costume elements with links to where I purchased on another thread (show us your jedi costume…or something like that). The belt and boots may interest you. If you want upgraded pants try dockers d2 chinos…Ewan wore them on set.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: For Tyeth on September 27, 2020, 11:36:04 AM
That does help as everything else i've seen either doesn't look great or is a lot more expensive. Any recommendations on the belt and boots?

Hi cwfox9, I am currently looking for a decent belt and pouches as we speak. The problem is the same with the belt as it is with the costume, you can buy a cheaper Pleather belt but it may not last as long as a quality real Veg Tan Leather belt.
However I did buy a pair of boots from an equestrian supply company that provides equipment for polo teams. They sell Star Wars inspired boots and actually make Qui-Gon Jinn replica boots (as well as other characters + generic Jedi boots) which set me back $300 - however the boots are so good I can use them for my outfit and for everyday use if I need to. The company is called Gladiator-Polo (US based) if you want to check them out.

It comes down to what you can afford, how often you're going to wear them and the level of quality you want.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: cwfox9 on September 27, 2020, 12:53:25 PM
I posted all of my costume elements with links to where I purchased on another thread (show us your jedi costume…or something like that). The belt and boots may interest you. If you want upgraded pants try dockers d2 chinos…Ewan wore them on set.

I found a similar belt on the UK side to what you previously posted so appreciate the help. I've found a few boots however it seems most cut off before my foot size

Hi cwfox9, I am currently looking for a decent belt and pouches as we speak. The problem is the same with the belt as it is with the costume, you can buy a cheaper Pleather belt but it may not last as long as a quality real Veg Tan Leather belt.
However I did buy a pair of boots from an equestrian supply company that provides equipment for polo teams. They sell Star Wars inspired boots and actually make Qui-Gon Jinn replica boots (as well as other characters + generic Jedi boots) which set me back $300 - however the boots are so good I can use them for my outfit and for everyday use if I need to. The company is called Gladiator-Polo (US based) if you want to check them out.

It comes down to what you can afford, how often you're going to wear them and the level of quality you want.

Appreciate the help, I'm not looking at the moment at anything serious, more mess around and possible go to a con so those boots are a bit steep for me.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: For Tyeth on September 27, 2020, 01:01:36 PM
Appreciate the help, I'm not looking at the moment at anything serious, more mess around and possible go to a con so those boots are a bit steep for me.

Hi, I totally understand about the boots I got but Mrs Tyeth persuaded me that they were an investment as well as part of my cosplay.

I do know somebody who bought a pair of Darth Maul boots from I think it was EZ-Cosplay and they didn't look too bad, Cosplaysky also have similar boots and the ones that mrg149 linked to look decent for the price if you are just using them on convention days.

If you are struggling to find your size in boots you could look at getting an ordinary pair and making boot covers to give them a Star Wars look.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: mrg149 on October 12, 2020, 06:35:44 PM
My gauntlet templates are looking about ready for phase 2....transfer to card stock

(https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1o-cdQeuqMHSLOTUNTjMc5vg_gpUHFDTS)

(https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1AqPgd_t8DgMn3Jjd_YRSP1xEyHWekwvd)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: TheDutchman on October 12, 2020, 09:00:41 PM
My gauntlet templates are looking about ready for phase 2....transfer to card stock

(https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1o-cdQeuqMHSLOTUNTjMc5vg_gpUHFDTS)

(https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1AqPgd_t8DgMn3Jjd_YRSP1xEyHWekwvd)
WOW!

These look spectacular, mrg!  I can't wait to see the end result  :)

Point!


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: mrg149 on October 13, 2020, 02:35:32 AM
too kind! They look more impressive than they are. IIt's ll flat and the printed detail makes it look better. I'm trying to figure out if I need to cut the tops on a bevel instead of a straight cut. The detail suggests it, no?

what do y'all think?

6mm foam for base gauntlet with 3mm cuffs and 10mm for top portion?


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Therion Jinn on October 18, 2020, 11:59:54 PM
10 mm might be a little much for the top. 6 would likely be enough on top of the base 6


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: mrg149 on October 19, 2020, 02:00:22 AM
looking at the references I have for the "virtual" version of the bracers, the top "shield shaped" areahad a bit of height to it. So, I'm just guessing on foam sizes. I guess f I dont like the results, I can always raffle the off to one of you and try again ;-)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: TheDutchman on October 19, 2020, 06:25:49 PM
10 mm might be a little much for the top. 6 would likely be enough on top of the base 6
looking at the references I have for the "virtual" version of the bracers, the top "shield shaped" areahad a bit of height to it. So, I'm just guessing on foam sizes. I guess f I dont like the results, I can always raffle the off to one of you and try again ;-)
Mrg,
While I have absolutely ZERO experience with fabrication, I would HIGHLY suggest that you listen to/get ahold of Therion Jinn (he's done plenty of fabrications, all incredible to look at; point of fact, you can see some examples in this very forum  :)).

Regardless: good luck and looking forward to seeing the finished product!


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: mrg149 on October 19, 2020, 07:04:35 PM
These are the references I am using to create the bracers. I figured that the top just needed to be larger...but if the man says 6mm....then I trust the man!

(https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1hXekDCbQJ_WQXwcmor03LsTky-GJGhz_)

(https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1TUwZX0jHG4GfhFLc6EMR1XIxl7gzzChP)

I think I am going to add the Sith Eternal Logo to the center of the circle area. Lights....not sure I'm capable of that...yet...


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Therion Jinn on October 20, 2020, 02:01:44 AM
Looking at these pics, 10mm would definitely be too much. Maybe as much as 8mm, but I think 10 would still be overkill

May want to bevel the edges on those top pieces to get the right look


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: mrg149 on October 20, 2020, 02:26:51 AM
Well, I went ahead and ordered some eva foam rrolls n 6,4&2mm to get started.

I've been back and forth on the bevel when looking at the pics and had rresolved at least to run a dremel over the edges to round them a little. I think the bevel itself would be slight. I dunno...just a noob at this & gonna give it the old college try.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Therion Jinn on October 24, 2020, 07:17:54 PM
mrg149
One of the best reasons to learn in foam is that it's not all that expensive when compared to some cosplay materials.

There is also a plethora of video on YouTube showing ways to work with is.
(Trust me on this, it's how I learned a lot of what I know now.)


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: mrg149 on October 25, 2020, 03:23:33 AM
YouTube is becoming my best mentor so far…evil ted shhould just call himself evil genius…I digress. So materials are delivered and I need a couple of tools (heat gun and wood burner) then I begin. perhaps I'll do a WIP thread

Thanks Therion and all for your tutoring!


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Therion Jinn on October 25, 2020, 03:15:58 PM
No worries, mrg149
Happy to help any way I can.

the 'Much Props' and 'OdinMakes' channels can be very helpful as well


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: mrg149 on October 29, 2020, 03:09:46 AM
These are the references I am using to create the bracers. I figured that the top just needed to be larger...but if the man says 6mm....then I trust the man!

(https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1hXekDCbQJ_WQXwcmor03LsTky-GJGhz_)

(https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1TUwZX0jHG4GfhFLc6EMR1XIxl7gzzChP)

I think I am going to add the Sith Eternal Logo to the center of the circle area. Lights....not sure I'm capable of that...yet...

llet's ay i was crazy and wanted to create the lights in the top plicture…and I have no knowledge of electrical things.
How could I go about doing this?


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Therion Jinn on October 31, 2020, 08:51:43 PM
EL tape might be best. This is what they used for the suits in Tron:Legacy.
Then you could mask the pattern in electrical tape


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: mrg149 on October 31, 2020, 11:25:02 PM
EL tape might be best. This is what they used for the suits in Tron:Legacy.
Then you could mask the pattern in electrical tape

omg! just looked that up and it is a sick suggestion! I need to figure out how to do this! Thanks Therion, you are an invaluable resource on this forum!


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: Therion Jinn on November 04, 2020, 04:25:42 AM
Glad I could help, mrg149.
Can't say I have experience with it, though


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: mrg149 on February 28, 2022, 02:55:25 AM
Can anyone direct me to where I could find clone armor? I am not in need of top shelf stuff necessarily. B Pull armor would suffice.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: For Tyeth on February 28, 2022, 05:04:00 AM
Hi mrg149,

Do you mean a full trooper outfit with helmet etc or a Jedi clone armour set (like Obi-Wan and Anakin in TCW)?

I have found a clone war era Jedi set for roughly $222 on ETSY and there are a few listings for templates to make full trooper foam armour.

EDIT: I'll drop you a PM with links as I'm not sure how good the vendors are but you might want to take a look ok!


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: mrg149 on February 28, 2022, 01:03:36 PM
Hi mrg149,

Do you mean a full trooper outfit with helmet etc or a Jedi clone armour set (like Obi-Wan and Anakin in TCW)?

I have found a clone war era Jedi set for roughly $222 on ETSY and there are a few listings for templates to make full trooper foam armour.

EDIT: I'll drop you a PM with links as I'm not sure how good the vendors are but you might want to take a look ok!

FT: THANK YOU for the info.

I'm putting together a Smuggler costume and just need enough "scavenged" armor to cover my right arm. I was informed by members of the Dark Empire cosplay group that "B Pull" armor is product that is slightly defective in some way and thus cheaper when sold.

Thanks for the links, this should be a merry rabbit hole to descend into.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: For Tyeth on February 28, 2022, 04:19:20 PM
FT: THANK YOU for the info.

"B Pull" armor is product that is slightly defective in some way and thus cheaper when sold.

Thanks for the links, this should be a merry rabbit hole to descend into.

Hi MRG, glad to help. I regularly browse places like ETSY for all the lightsaber, costume  and  NERFing  accessories that I can't afford  ;D
Every now and then I see interesting stuff and it sticks in my memory. Looking forward to seeing how your project turns out.

And today I learnt what B-Pull armour is too. Thnx!


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: mrg149 on March 03, 2022, 08:29:15 PM
And today I learnt what B-Pull armour is too. Thnx!

Yeah...that was a new term for me too.

Looks like I can get what I need for about $35(US) and sadly the shipping would end up just as expensive :-(


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: bigBear on March 21, 2022, 02:19:26 AM
FT: THANK YOU for the info.

I'm putting together a Smuggler costume and just need enough "scavenged" armor to cover my right arm. I was informed by members of the Dark Empire cosplay group that "B Pull" armor is product that is slightly defective in some way and thus cheaper when sold.

Thanks for the links, this should be a merry rabbit hole to descend into.

I'd check with the #d printing people, since you're not going for full armor....would be cheaper.


Title: Re: Costume buying guide
Post by: mrg149 on March 21, 2022, 12:20:25 PM
That's another option. Thanks!