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Title: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on June 09, 2019, 08:12:38 PM Looking to put together a Generic Jedi costume that will pass RL standards and not break the bank. Any recommendations? I could probably DIY most. So iI'd really only need tunics, tabards, Obi and cloak.
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on June 09, 2019, 08:56:28 PM Looking to put together a Generic Jedi costume that will pass RL standards and not break the bank. Any recommendations? I could probably DIY most. So iI'd really only need tunics, tabards, Obi and cloak. If you have sewing skills, you can find cheaper prices for good textured/weighted fabric at small local fabric shops as opposed to big chains like JoAnn’s I got canvas for my Star Forge Robes for $4.50 a yard that way. I recommend getting sew-in Velcro for closing the Obi and keeping tabards in place. Cloak/robe is usually optional and would be the most difficult part if you chose to make. You’ll need a tunic, undertunic, tabards, and obi for fabric parts, and a belt, pouches, and boots for leather or leather-like. I’m not a part of Rebel Legion so I don’t know their specific standards for generic Jedi, but you may want to check their forumsnd website for info on approvable style, colors, and fabrics. :) I think the Saber Guild restrictions are a bit stricter, but much of the info on the required pieces is the same as far as I am aware (main differences in the two have to do with approvable colors). Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: janx on June 09, 2019, 09:53:23 PM Amazon will sell you one for under $60.
Whether it breaks your wallet is a different story. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on June 09, 2019, 10:16:40 PM Amazon will sell you one for under $60. Whether it breaks your wallet is a different story. The issue is that it probably won't be Rebel Legion approvable since that's what they're specifically looking for. Many of the ones you can buy on Amazon for that price are a thin polyester fabric that won't be approved by the costuming clubs Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: ThreadJack on June 10, 2019, 01:21:50 AM Yeah... approvable and cheap do not go together.
DIY-ing is definitely your best bet if you want to save money. Especially if you have the skills. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on June 10, 2019, 03:20:41 AM Yeah... approvable and cheap do not go together. DIY-ing is definitely your best bet if you want to save money. Especially if you have the skills. Yup! Like I said, at small fabric stores you can probably get approvable fabric for between $2-$5 a yard. You shouldn't need more than about 4 yards depending on the fabric width. Approvable pants you can usually find premade relatively easily. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: ThreadJack on June 10, 2019, 05:26:41 AM I think RL will approve regular khakis, as long as no pockets are visible once the robes are on.
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on June 10, 2019, 03:26:47 AM Zero sewing skills…zero
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on June 10, 2019, 10:42:37 AM You might have a Look at Far Far Away Outfitters then. They're relatively affordably priced and usually approvable. My approved Generic Jedi is from there.
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Infinit01 on June 10, 2019, 11:34:55 AM Like most have mentioned, Far Far Away Outfitters or my personal favorite, Jedi Closet.
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on June 10, 2019, 09:46:44 AM Like most have mentioned, Far Far Away Outfitters or my personal favorite, Jedi Closet. I LOVE Jedi closet and Eileen is excellent. Her stuff WILL run you higher than Far Far Away, but it’s significantly higher quality and the initial for will be better without alteration. FFA, you’re going to have to alter at least the obi and possibly the tabards too after you get them. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: janx on June 10, 2019, 05:03:54 PM The issue is that it probably won't be Rebel Legion approvable since that's what they're specifically looking for. Many of the ones you can buy on Amazon for that price are a thin polyester fabric that won't be approved by the costuming clubs I did not think Rebel Legion when I saw the acronym. Real Life came to mind. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Darth Logos on June 10, 2019, 07:25:29 PM Looking to put together a Generic Jedi costume that will pass RL standards and not break the bank. Any recommendations? I could probably DIY most. So iI'd really only need tunics, tabards, Obi and cloak. I would get in contact with Rebel Legion and find out if FarFarAwayOutfitters meets their standards. FFAO is an Etsy shop, and their wares won't break the bank.Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on June 10, 2019, 09:08:59 PM I would get in contact with Rebel Legion and find out if FarFarAwayOutfitters meets their standards. FFAO is an Etsy shop, and their wares won't break the bank. Saber Guild is a little stricter than RL and most of FFAO’s stuff is approvable, but double checking with your local squad leaders is always best. There’s nothing worse than to buy a costume piece specifically for a club costume and then have it not meet standards. Only thing that might be an issue that I can tell is the “microfiber” fabrics (the colored ones) all of their neutral colors are full texture though, and if you’re concerned about texture but still want color you can always get the white or cream and dye it yourself Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: janx on June 11, 2019, 12:18:53 AM side question: what's the deal with these clubs? I don't know much about them other than the 501st gets on stage during Wierd Al's encore and I hear the clubs are as picky about costumes as the SCA is about Garb.
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on June 11, 2019, 12:40:07 AM side question: what's the deal with these clubs? I don't know much about them other than the 501st gets on stage during Wierd Al's encore and I hear the clubs are as picky about costumes as the SCA is about Garb. It's because they have permission to represent characters on behalf of Lucas Films (hence Lucas Films Licensed) so there's a certain level of quality that's required because you're representing them. It's become more strict, from what I understand, since Disney bought Lucas Films... Fun fact though, I know one of the Stormtroopers who was in the Miami Weird Al Concert last week! He's working on a Palpatine right now and is going to be joining the Saber Guild Dagobah Temple (South Florida) once his Palpatine is finished and he gets a red combat grade saber. 501st has been around the longest and is the most popular, so it's the one most people know about. The "Big 5" (Big 6 if you count the Droid Builders) are "The 501st Legion," "Rebel Legion," "Saber Guild," "Dark Empire," and "The Mandalorian Mercenaries Club." Rebel Legion generics are some of the easiest standards though. It's easy to have a generic Jedi be approved for RL but not SG. I'm not in RL, so I don't know how picky they are about fabric weight/texture. They're more picky about hilts though. RL requires screen accurate hilts for Face Characters and no face character hilts for generic Jedi (or for anyone other than that specific face character, really). Saber Guild is less picky for design. They just require the right blade color and hilt "style" (i.e. Maul needs to have A red staff, Obi-Wan needs to have A blue single saber, Kylo needs to have A red cross guard, etc.) as long as they're combat ready (Saber Guild is the only "performance" group of the 5, so you're expected to perform fight choreography in your costume and have a saber that can withstand it) Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Maestro Jones on June 11, 2019, 12:44:18 AM side question: what's the deal with these clubs? I don't know much about them other than the 501st gets on stage during Wierd Al's encore and I hear the clubs are as picky about costumes as the SCA is about Garb. I understand the 501st having strict requirements. Stormtroopers (depending on the classification) should all look alike; officer uniforms should all look alike. After all, it representing a militaristic organization. I get it with the rebels in regards to pilots and other ranking officers. I also get it when it comes to representing specific characters with specific looks. I don't really get it with the Jedi or Sith (with the exception for specific ones). While there are some commonalities to each Jedi's or Sith's attire, no two are really alike. Even the fabrics vary. I think as long as you are not straying away from the SW look and are not combining genres or franchises (no Klingon Jedi for example) you should be able to wear what you want from whatever vendor you want to come up with your own Jedi or Sith character.Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on June 11, 2019, 12:59:45 AM I understand the 501st having strict requirements. Stormtroopers (depending on the classification) should all look alike; officer uniforms should all look alike. After all, it representing a militaristic organization. I get it with the rebels in regards to pilots and other ranking officers. I also get it when it comes to representing specific characters with specific looks. I don't really get it with the Jedi or Sith (with the exception for specific ones). While there are some commonalities to each Jedi's or Sith's attire, no two are really alike. Even the fabrics vary. I think as long as you are not straying away from the SW look and are not combining genres or franchises (no Klingon Jedi for example) you should be able to wear what you want from whatever vendor you want to come up with your own Jedi or Sith character. I agree to some extent..... but I've also seen really bad fabrics that make me understand why fabric quality is a concern at all. TBH, from personal experience, a lot of time it's the actual judge that's more strict than the standard. There's A LOT of variety in what's approvable for generic Jedi and Sith in terms of style. The biggest concern is fabric quality. There's a lot of range in types of fabric that is approvable too (more than most people realize), but thin polyesters (many of which are partially see through even) are not, which is what mass-produced costumes are typically made from. If you get the fabric yourself, you can quite easily build approvable Jedi fabric parts for $50-$100 depending on size and style. Leather bits cost a bit more, but even faux leather is more expensive than fabric. That being said, concepts are good! Do you have a concept drawing for what you'd like the finished product to look like? Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: janx on June 11, 2019, 01:03:58 AM Thanks for the explanation Revan!
I imagine all the groups want movie-set ready appearance. So no out of setting fabrics, etc. Sounds like the SG would be interesting (as I'm interested in using my saber), but maybe they prefer On-Screen characters rather than self-made ones. Maybe I misread that. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on June 11, 2019, 01:24:01 AM Thanks for the explanation Revan! I imagine all the groups want movie-set ready appearance. So no out of setting fabrics, etc. Sounds like the SG would be interesting (as I'm interested in using my saber), but maybe they prefer On-Screen characters rather than self-made ones. Maybe I misread that. My pleasure! Yes, all the groups are expected "movie quality" since they're representing Lucas Films. Heavier weight cotton is easy to find and perfectly approvable. Linen is another good one, hopsack, twill, canvas, muslin, suiting fabric, silk noile, tusseh silk, duck fabric, osnaburg, crinkle gauze, tapestry fabric, monkscloth..... There are lots of options. And NOPE! Most people play completely original characters. SG has a few requirements some of the other groups don't, but those have to do with safety for performance setting (mostly hem lengths, boot lifts and heel heights, saber durability, mask and eye cover visibility, etc.). They actually use the standards from either 501st or RL respectively for any Face Characters. Face characters also can only be in a show if it makes sense in terms of timeline for them to be there (i.e I can't have my Bastila in the same show that my temple-mate has their Kylo Ren). There are I think 4 different Temples in Texas, so you can probably find one close to you. A lot of the bigger temples even have costume makers among them who are often willing to take commissions to do custom builds for people. I'm only an amateur at leatherworking, but I have a full kit, so I'm helping one of my temple mates make a belt and some other leather bits for her Jedi. I'm trying to convince her to do some leather tabards because she wants to do "Olive" for her color and I have a giant thing of olive leather dye from my star Forge robes because it was the only size I could find for the shade I wanted XD Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on June 10, 2019, 07:21:11 PM I've been looking at FFAO so far and am also checking out another seller on Etsy that might also work. I figure I can get by with some cheaper belt/boot items from Amazon and upgrade over time. I just finished some purchased 3D printed food capsules. So I'm on my way. I really want to check out the local SG temple so I can swing my beatiful custom US builds. I even created a cool looking effect on one of my blades with some silicone caulk.
Why did I choose such an expensive hobby?!? :-o Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on June 11, 2019, 02:29:13 AM I've been looking at FFAO so far and am also checking out another seller on Etsy that might also work. I figure I can get by with some cheaper belt/boot items from Amazon and upgrade over time. I just finished some purchased 3D printed food capsules. So I'm on my way. I really want to check out the local SG temple so I can swing my beatiful custom US builds. I even created a cool looking effect on one of my blades with some silicone caulk. Why did I choose such an expensive hobby?!? :-o If you're looking at SG too, I would probably follow their standards rather than RL since there's more color limitations. Any of the neutral color fabrics (ones not listed as microfiber) from Far Far Away are approvable. Me and some of my Temple Mates use them. I believe Endor is your local Temple. There are some great people there :D I'm friends with some of their members. EDIT: Sorry, No! Your Temple would be Corellia! Also great people there, though I know them less well. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: ThreadJack on June 11, 2019, 04:51:45 AM I'm planning on doing a Nomi Sunrider costume for Saber Guild, which is essentially a green skirt and a crop top. LOL. But I need to make a couple slight modifications for safety. Namely the skirt needs to be quite a bit shorter than what the RL standards actually call for, due to a floor length one posing safety issues. I'm doing it myself, despite having no sewing skills whatsoever.
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on June 11, 2019, 05:40:35 AM I'm planning on doing a Nomi Sunrider costume for Saber Guild, which is essentially a green skirt and a crop top. LOL. But I need to make a couple slight modifications for safety. Namely the skirt needs to be quite a bit shorter than what the RL standards actually call for, due to a floor length one posing safety issues. I'm doing it myself, despite having no sewing skills whatsoever. Yup! Ankle length is recommended rather than floor. My Revan Hakama skirt is actually a little shorter than the suggestion in the 501st Guidelines for that reason. Star Forge Robes are already suggested at ankle length thankfully, but I'm adding slight pleats to allow for a wider skirt range for better movement. Also, Hand sewing skills aren't super difficult to pick up, but sewing machines are the devil >.< Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on June 14, 2019, 02:22:56 AM II'm rying to get my gumption up and make it down rthe Garden State Parkway to the Corellia SG temple. Sounds fun.
Currently looking into a store on Etsy called Kenicky's. Good price if its approvable. Trying to confirm before I commit. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on June 13, 2019, 11:18:37 PM II'm rying to get my gumption up and make it down rthe Garden State Parkway to the Corellia SG temple. Sounds fun. Currently looking into a store on Etsy called Kenicky's. Good price if its approvable. Trying to confirm before I commit. Always good to do that! One RL requirement I know for generic Jedis that doesn't apply to SG is you need 2 pouches (SG only requires one but recommends 2) so I would still make sure you get the 2 Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on June 15, 2019, 03:04:36 AM Always good to do that! One RL requirement I know for generic Jedis that doesn't apply to SG is you need 2 pouches (SG only requires one but recommends 2) so I would still make sure you get the 2 Ordered a belt on amazon today (I know...I know) It comes with the food capsules AND pouches…it's pleather and I'll eventually upgrade but it's a start. Also, heard back frome one of the reviewers from Kenicky's on Etsy and said his robe was approved…TThat's here I will head $80 for the upper half of the uniform! Again a good start. I hope Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on June 15, 2019, 09:44:06 PM Ordered a belt on amazon today (I know...I know) It comes with the food capsules AND pouches…it's pleather and I'll eventually upgrade but it's a start. Also, heard back frome one of the reviewers from Kenicky's on Etsy and said his robe was approved…TThat's here I will head $80 for the upper half of the uniform! Again a good start. I hope Link me? My generic Jedi has the same but the place where I ordered on Amazon doesn't sell them anymore and a friend was asking lol. Heads up, you'll probably have to stitch the edges of the pouches so that there are no gaps. It's easy enough to do by hand with no previous skills/experience, but you'll need a leather needle to do so because of the thickness of the vinyl. Are you referring to the robe or outer tunic? robes are typically optional. Attached are pics of my approved generic Jedi with the belt in question and both with and without robe (attaching in an edit because the forum is being stupid and my post hasn't gone through 3 times now). Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Ultra on June 15, 2019, 11:16:25 PM cool
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Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Therion Jinn on June 16, 2019, 02:43:45 AM Looks like page two of this has completely disappeared
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on June 16, 2019, 02:47:21 AM Looks like page two of this has completely disappeared Yeah, I tried to post a pic and seemingly broke it :( (sorry!). It's still visible on Tapatalk though, strangely enough Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on June 16, 2019, 11:25:11 AM Yeah, I tried to post a pic and seemingly broke it :( (sorry!). It's still visible on Tapatalk though, strangely enough Revan Broke the Internet :o ;) ::) Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on June 16, 2019, 11:28:27 AM Revan Broke the Internet :o ;) ::) Apparently! LolI was going to ask you for a link to the belt. I got the same one for my generic approved but can’t find it now and a friend asked recently. Heads up, you’ll have to sew the edges on the pouches up, but it’s easy to do with no prior experience or skills :) all you need is a leather needle (because it’s too thick for a regular needle) and thread. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on June 18, 2019, 04:56:53 AM Revan Broke the Internet :o ;) ::) Apparently! Lol I was going to ask you for a link to the belt. I got the same one for my generic approved but can’t find it now and a friend asked recently. Heads up, you’ll have to sew the edges on the pouches up, but it’s easy to do with no prior experience or skills :) all you need is a leather needle (because it’s too thick for a regular needle) and thread. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk ALSO! After discovering just now that Amazon leather needles suck and are completely blunt, I recommend the specialty needles multi-pack you can find at JoAnn's that has a leather needle in it. Ones on Amazon are for if you're pre-punching the leather, which requires additional tools and skills. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: jillian on June 18, 2019, 06:18:19 PM Hi. Just wanted to add my vote for Far Far Away. Their quality is great and the costume overall is really nice. Their tabards are a just a smidge to big if I'm being picky. I'll also mention Jedi-Robes, as that's where I got my belt. It really pulls the whole thing together.
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on June 18, 2019, 06:40:53 PM Hi. Just wanted to add my vote for Far Far Away. Their quality is great and the costume overall is really nice. Their tabards are a just a smidge to big if I'm being picky. I'll also mention Jedi-Robes, as that's where I got my belt. It really pulls the whole thing together. You’ll probably have to alter the tabards and obi to fit. Tabards aren’t bad, but their Ovid are HUGE! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on June 19, 2019, 02:27:15 AM can't post a link to the belt I am getting but its sold on Amazon by costumebase.
I've decided to roll the dice and go with the robes from Kenicky's on Etsy after one of the buyers said he was approved by RL. Hey! for around 80 bucks i'll at least have a nice halloween costume. More will be revealed… Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on June 19, 2019, 02:28:23 AM can't post a link to the belt I am getting but its sold on Amazon by costumebase. I've decided to roll the dice and go with the robes from Kenicky's on Etsy after one of the buyers said he was approved by RL. Hey! for around 80 bucks i'll at least have a nice halloween costume. More will be revealed… Looking forward to seeing the final product! And thanks for the belt info! Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on July 09, 2019, 02:01:28 AM what is everyone's suggestion on pants for a jedi costume? Chinos? Slacks? Again this is with costume approval in mind.
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on July 09, 2019, 04:09:17 AM what is everyone's suggestion on pants for a jedi costume? Chinos? Slacks? Again this is with costume approval in mind. Whatever it is, if you have pockets, make sure they're not visible. You also want to make sure that you're going to have a full range of motion in them, so they should be loose enough to allow for this, but still fitted for the person (not baggy). For my Jedi I have some drawstring cotton pants and for Revan (under the split skirt) just a pair of cotton pants with elastic waist and ankles (makes them a bit easier to tuck into the boots). Pants aren't typically something I've seen people WIPd for unless there are visible pockets or they're ill-fitted. Try to make sure they're a good fabric (nothing shiny or see-through) with a visible weave (lots of times, cotton is fine as long as it's not super flat looking). The pants are usually mostly covered by the tunic, boots and tabards, so they don't get looked at with quite as much scrutiny as the rest. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Darth Logos on July 09, 2019, 12:28:55 PM Cool you might want to check out page 2. It's all white and not very wordy.Whatever it is, if you have pockets, make sure they're not visible. You also want to make sure that you're going to have a full range of motion in them, so they should be loose enough to allow for this, but still fitted for the person (not baggy). For my Jedi I have some drawstring cotton pants and for Revan (under the split skirt) just a pair of cotton pants with elastic waist and ankles (makes them a bit easier to tuck into the boots). Pants aren't typically something I've seen people WIPd for unless there are visible pockets or they're ill-fitted. Try to make sure they're a good fabric (nothing shiny or see-through) with a visible weave (lots of times, cotton is fine as long as it's not super flat looking). The pants are usually mostly covered by the tunic, boots and tabards, so they don't get looked at with quite as much scrutiny as the rest. Then you get to have all kinds of fun equipping a utility belt.Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on July 09, 2019, 05:55:03 PM you might want to check out page 2. It's all white and not very wordy. Then you get to have all kinds of fun equipping a utility belt. Belt goes over the obi And page 2 is only visible on tap-a-talk. It broke when I tried to post a picture Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Darth Logos on July 09, 2019, 06:36:16 PM Belt goes over the obi Uh....duh?Quote And page 2 is only visible on tap-a-talk. It broke when I tried to post a picture Why don't you activate a Mass Shadow Generator in Random Thoughts?Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Zren Tobas on July 09, 2019, 04:51:02 PM In his words: You're getting SLACKS! :P Sorry. Had to :P recommend like a soft fabric kind of pants too if you're going for a jean type of pants
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on July 09, 2019, 07:40:25 PM Got the belt and stuffz for on it…
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on July 10, 2019, 02:53:55 AM Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: janx on July 10, 2019, 06:51:36 AM I have no idea why page 2 is broken, but the URL ends in .15.
So I changed it to a .14 and it loaded up: http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=41888.14 (http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=41888.14) Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Darth Logos on July 10, 2019, 02:00:07 PM I have no idea why page 2 is broken, but the URL ends in .15. So I changed it to a .14 and it loaded up: [url]http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=41888.14[/url] ([url]http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=41888.14[/url]) Didn't work :-\ Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on July 10, 2019, 12:12:36 PM I have no idea why page 2 is broken, but the URL ends in .15. So I changed it to a .14 and it loaded up: [url]http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=41888.14[/url] ([url]http://www.saberforum.com/index.php?topic=41888.14[/url]) That link goes to page 1. Page 2 is only visible on tap-a-talk. Apparently my generic Jedi pics are prototype mass shadow generators. It is dead. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Darth Logos on July 10, 2019, 07:22:45 PM That link goes to page 1. Page 2 is only visible on tap-a-talk. Apparently my generic Jedi pics are prototype mass shadow generators. It is dead. Find a mod with TaT, and maybe they can correct the issue.Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on July 10, 2019, 12:29:48 PM Find a mod with TaT, and maybe they can correct the issue. You mean make it not work there too? It only works there. Best they could do here wasget it to the next page. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Darth Logos on July 10, 2019, 08:36:11 PM BLARG!
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on July 11, 2019, 02:50:59 AM In his words: You're getting SLACKS! :P Sorry. Had to :P recommend like a soft fabric kind of pants too if you're going for a jean type of pants Do not make light of my pants choices :P So linen drawstring? scrubs? feel free to post an amazon link or such. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on July 11, 2019, 06:51:34 AM Do not make light of my pants choices :P So linen drawstring? scrubs? feel free to post an amazon link or such. My Generic Jedi ones came from FawFarAway Outfitters, but they fit a bit large. Revan pants (under the split skirt) came from Seven Deadly Fairies. I also have a pair of Sith pants from FarFarAway, but again, they fit big for me at least. FFA is drawstring and SDF is elastic. You can probably find cheaper pants that are perfectly fine shopping in a department store. Both shops are on Etsy. You're probably going to want brown, tan, khaki, or olive drab for a Jedi. https://www.etsy.com/shop/SevenDeadlyFairies (https://www.etsy.com/shop/SevenDeadlyFairies) https://www.etsy.com/listing/472545453/star-wars-costume-star-wars-pants-become?ref=yr_purchases (https://www.etsy.com/listing/472545453/star-wars-costume-star-wars-pants-become?ref=yr_purchases) Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: ThreadJack on July 11, 2019, 07:48:57 AM I have a pair of khaki "jeggings" that I plan to make into Jedi pants.
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Therion Jinn on July 12, 2019, 02:42:08 AM Freely admit that Therion's pants are basically slacks, black of course
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on July 12, 2019, 02:47:05 AM Freely admit that Therion's pants are basically slacks, black of course #SecretsOfTheSith Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Darth Logos on July 12, 2019, 01:11:14 PM Freely admit that Therion's pants are basically slacks, black of course My "trousers" and "tunic" are nothing more than a black karate gi. Simple yet effective.Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on July 12, 2019, 01:18:29 PM My "trousers" and "tunic" are nothing more than a black karate gi. Simple yet effective. It seems the Sith costumes are more lenient for the most part. Just an observation. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Darth Logos on July 12, 2019, 01:46:21 PM It seems the Sith costumes are more lenient for the most part. Just an observation. That's because few organizations accept original character Sith. They can't handle this much style. 8)Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Therion Jinn on July 13, 2019, 02:18:18 AM That's because few organizations accept original character Sith. They can't handle this much style. 8) Point for this one, LogosAnd, you're right. OC Jedi, okay. OC Sith, huh..what? Least that's been my experience. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on July 13, 2019, 08:35:39 PM Both Dark Empire and Saber Guild accept original Sith. It's more in what "original" pieces the organization accepts, particularly if armor is being incorporated. That applies to both sides though (in the case of Saber Guild, since Dark Empire is darkside only).
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Therion Jinn on July 13, 2019, 07:53:07 PM Thanks for the clarification, Lady R.
My only real experience is with the 501st Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on July 14, 2019, 06:15:02 AM Thanks for the clarification, Lady R. My only real experience is with the 501st My pleasure! It's the most well known of the big groups, so that's often the case (Rebel Legion [the second largest of the groups] in my area EXCLUSIVELY troops through 501st listings). Dark Empire has the most creative license in terms of the 3 for Sith characters. Saber Guild is probably second, and 501st the most strict. Dark Empire and Saber Guild both use 501st costuming standards for any "face characters" though. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on July 15, 2019, 01:55:14 AM That's because few organizations accept original character Sith. They can't handle this much style. 8) Impressive already trying to come up with some eva foam ideas…;-) Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Therion Jinn on July 14, 2019, 07:38:47 PM EVA foam can definitely be more forgiving than other materials.
And you can buy it in 1/4" or 1/2" as well as using thinner craft foam with it Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Darth Logos on July 15, 2019, 05:00:28 PM Both Dark Empire and Saber Guild accept original Sith. It's more in what "original" pieces the organization accepts, particularly if armor is being incorporated. That applies to both sides though (in the case of Saber Guild, since Dark Empire is darkside only). DE also takes Bounty Hunters. From what our research has gathered, they won't allow certain copywritten items to be used will-nilly. I haven't found out if the story of my armor pieces is acceptable. Something about no Mando armor, but my story is that although they are made from beskar, they are not the traditional armor pieces we typically see Mandos in.I may have to look into your Guild. But my biggest worry is how strict are they on participation? Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on August 15, 2019, 12:17:25 PM ORDERED:
https://www.etsy.com/listing/587988984/obi-wan-kenobi-inspired-robe-set-jedi?ref=shop_home_active_19&crt=1 (https://www.etsy.com/listing/587988984/obi-wan-kenobi-inspired-robe-set-jedi?ref=shop_home_active_19&crt=1) Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Darth Jaximus on August 22, 2019, 06:14:02 PM I had zero experience with sewing and I’ve made the following 4 costumes (robes, tunics, belts, capes) all in the last two weeks. Be patient, watch YouTube videos, and start with cheap “throw away” material to build confidence. After two attempts I was able to make the Jedi Knight costume pictured. Then I moved on to the grey Jedi, Dooku, and Palpatine inspired costumes. It’s amazing what you can do with some motivation and imagination!!
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Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on September 24, 2019, 01:45:27 AM GOOD NEWS / BAD NEWS:
GOOD: My boots arrived today!! I picked up the Funtasma Pleaser Captain 100 boots in brown. A decent fit even for this wide-footed Jedi. They'll do nicely. ;D BAD: My Jedi "soft-parts" are taking the slow boat across the pond. They're waaaay overdue thanks to the bureaucracy of British customs. Enough to make a Jedi fall to the Dark Side! :'( >:( Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on September 24, 2019, 01:51:19 AM I started with clearance curtain panels for my robes. Fabric store are the way to go though. Lots of tans and browns in the clearance sections. You can get entire bolts of fabric for as low as $10-20. The thicker stuff will cost more, but will take a beating and look more authentic. I’ve invested a total of $400 in materials ( robes, tunics, pleather and vynal, accessories like buckles for the belts and clasps for the robes. I ha e 4 complete so far with enough materials to make 2-3 more sith and 3-5 more Jedi costumes. Once you get the hang of the basics it’s pretty easy. Then it’s all about imagination. And in my case, simplicity. Rather than put on a costume in several pieces I try to reduce it by physically attaching things together. The tabards are sewn to the tunic at the back. So they’re always the correct length and never fall off. They’re also sewn where the cross in front of the body. Then the obi and belt are all once piece too, held with velcro/buckles at the back. It’s becoming an addiction and a thankfully have a couple friends who vendor at some events so I may even be able to make a side business out of it some day! Great info…If this order doesn't show up soon , I may beg you ;-) Pic looks great Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on September 24, 2019, 10:47:57 PM (https://cdn.business2community.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/1224506.jpg) Well, I think this is going to be filed under either "I told you so" or "You get what you paid for".I received my outfit from Kenicky's on Etsy today. First impression: It's ok...Since it is my first Jedi costume, I need a few days to figure out what goes where and add the appropriate velcro (included) to the strategic locations that are necessary. The overall appearance seems decent but I definitely should have asked for a much different material than what I ended up with...imagine a Jedi outfit made out of suit-pants material (that's on me...I had no clue). Once I get the outfit squared away...it may end up working out better than I am thinking. I'll let you all be the judge. Tabards are 2 pieces and basically rectangular in nature fitting over the shoulders. The Obi feels a bit short but has a longer fabric belt that goes over top before the leather belt is added. The undertunic dicky just plain sucks... All of this being said: I will post more when I get the full outfit assembled. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: TheDutchman on September 25, 2019, 02:43:44 PM (https://cdn.business2community.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/12/1224506.jpg) Well, I think this is going to be filed under either "I told you so" or "You get what you paid for".I received my outfit from Kenicky's on Etsy today. First impression: It's ok...Since it is my first Jedi costume, I need a few days to figure out what goes where and add the appropriate velcro (included) to the strategic locations that are necessary. The overall appearance seems decent but I definitely should have asked for a much different material than what I ended up with...imagine a Jedi outfit made out of suit-pants material (that's on me...I had no clue). Once I get the outfit squared away...it may end up working out better than I am thinking. I'll let you all be the judge. Tabards are 2 pieces and basically rectangular in nature fitting over the shoulders. The Obi feels a bit short but has a longer fabric belt that goes over top before the leather belt is added. The undertunic dicky just plain sucks... All of this being said: I will post more when I get the full outfit assembled. That said: I'm eager to see your own ensemble when you're ready :) Best of luck for you sir! Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on September 25, 2019, 03:07:19 PM Sorry to hear that, mrg149. But you're not wrong; sometimes it's better to pay a little more for better quality. Of course, if you have the talent/patience/prerogative you could always make them yourself (I have NO creativity in that regard, I butcher stick-figures so there's NO WAY in creation that I could possibly make my own tunics and robe; the ensemble that I got looks good but I definitely understand if people would rather spend that money on a less frivolous purchase). I'm reminded of the trifecta of cosplay: between having your costume be good, fast, and inexpensive, you can only have two of them at a time. That said: I'm eager to see your own ensemble when you're ready :) Best of luck for you sir! I've done a little bit of fitting this morning before heading out to work and adding some strategic velcro. It may not be RL approved (I'll still try) but it did help a lot in getting things together. The dadgum tabards will require more velcro since they kept popping off my shoulder like a wild Woolimander...that's a project for after work today. So....there is hope. Pics soon. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: TheDutchman on September 25, 2019, 06:30:25 PM I've done a little bit of fitting this morning before heading out to work and adding some strategic velcro. It may not be RL approved (I'll still try) but it did help a lot in getting things together. The dadgum tabards will require more velcro since they kept popping off my shoulder like a wild Woolimander...that's a project for after work today. So....there is hope. Pics soon. I hear you; that's one of the details that I'm glad that I asked for: metal snap buttons sewn into the bottom of the tabards that affix to the shoulder. I did have to add on some velcro to the obi but it was extremely secure afterwards. Here's a pic:(https://image.ibb.co/ix3sQ9/IMG-20180825-140139972.jpg) Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on September 25, 2019, 07:23:37 PM I hear you; that's one of the details that I'm glad that I asked for: metal snap buttons sewn into the bottom of the tabards that affix to the shoulder. I did have to add on some velcro to the obi but it was extremely secure afterwards. Here's a pic: (https://image.ibb.co/ix3sQ9/IMG-20180825-140139972.jpg) I know this is all part of the learning process. Failure is our greatest teacher. Your kit looks excellent. Where did you get your robes? Also, glad to see we were issued the same Jedi boots ;-) Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: TheDutchman on September 25, 2019, 10:09:15 PM I know this is all part of the learning process. Failure is our greatest teacher. SO true :DQuote Your kit looks excellent. Where did you get your robes? Also, glad to see we were issued the same Jedi boots ;-) Thank you! I got it off of Etsy, from KhloesCustomClothing. Heh, yeah the boots are very good; I just put some Dr. Shoals in them to make them more comfortable ;) Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on September 26, 2019, 07:33:57 AM Can't wait to see! Rebel Legion should approve Velcro so long as it's not visible. Lots of people put strategic Velcro to close their Obi and to keep the tabards in place at the shoulders. I would try to make sure the thread is the same color as the fabric so it's less likely to show. Sew in Velcro will be better than stick on in terms of long-term staying.
Truth be told, my generic Jedi is my most difficult costume to dress. I can get in and out of both Revans and Bastila completely on my own so long as I have a mirror. My Jedi, on the other hand, is going to need many many alterations before I can come close to dressing myself lol. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on September 26, 2019, 12:10:45 PM Ok folks...FIRST LOOK:
I tried to dress myself fairly quick today. I didn't bother with the pouches on the belt or my boots...So don't judge my socks :P Give me your honest appraisal please. (https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/evP8Nn638ILlrewjM_3X4fG-QIFReQL3oU8jtbMHD0zCx4snPmvdX5Bpqy8=w2400) Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: janx on September 26, 2019, 04:02:31 PM Don't panic, but it's very monotone. At least on top. The obi, the top and under layer being all the same has to rely on the edges to sell the layers and lines.
I'd seen a recent picture of old Luke in a similar colored outfit, but technically, each piece had it's own tone, making the layers stand out. Maybe you can swap a piece out, OR since they are all off-white, some of the pieces may be very easy to dye. I'd probably stick with a light color. a faded aged yellow or light tan. Doing the Tabbard, since it is between the undercoat and obi would probably do the trick. See what other people think, it may just be me. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on September 26, 2019, 05:06:57 PM Don't panic, but it's very monotone. At least on top. The obi, the top and under layer being all the same has to rely on the edges to sell the layers and lines. I'd seen a recent picture of old Luke in a similar colored outfit, but technically, each piece had it's own tone, making the layers stand out. Maybe you can swap a piece out, OR since they are all off-white, some of the pieces may be very easy to dye. I'd probably stick with a light color. a faded aged yellow or light tan. Doing the Tabbard, since it is between the undercoat and obi would probably do the trick. See what other people think, it may just be me. I know about the monotone color. I was supposed to get a dark brown undertunic and a thin belt to go under the leather belt. So...I am going to have to make some quick adjustments. I will purchase a new undertunic piece in dark brown....that will help. I don't think this would dye well, because of the fabric type...I'd have to get an opinion from an "expert"...I'm not that. Thanks for the suggestions. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Therion Jinn on September 27, 2019, 01:22:54 AM Definitely looks good, but I agree about the monotone upper half.
Of course, I really have no room to talk as my whole 'jedi' part of the Therion Jinn ensemble is black Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on September 27, 2019, 12:53:30 PM Definitely looks good, but I agree about the monotone upper half. Of course, I really have no room to talk as my whole 'jedi' part of the Therion Jinn ensemble is black But your "blacks" are different shades...So, that works. I was supposed to receive an undertunic and over obi belt in dark brown...so...yeah...I'll have to fix that on my own. I'm thinking about just getting a dark brown long-sleeve V neck for now and making some modifications later. Dark brown undertunic and maybe Obi as well. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: TheDutchman on September 27, 2019, 03:59:43 PM Ok folks...FIRST LOOK: Yes, very well put together. I like it!I tried to dress myself fairly quick today. I didn't bother with the pouches on the belt or my boots...So don't judge my socks :P Give me your honest appraisal please. (https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/evP8Nn638ILlrewjM_3X4fG-QIFReQL3oU8jtbMHD0zCx4snPmvdX5Bpqy8=w2400) As for the "monotone" tunics, what I did is embroider my left tabard w/ the name of the Gray Order my character belongs too (in Aurebesh) along with the Gray Jedi sigil. Here's a partial pic of the tabard: (https://image.ibb.co/gnbQd0/IMG-20181016-111605.jpg) Plus, my undertunic is a darker gray (but a different hue than my trousers). Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on October 07, 2019, 12:41:42 PM New undertunic color makes a big difference!
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48858915306_cb9fb7c4dd_z.jpg) Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Cyclops942 on October 07, 2019, 07:12:38 PM New undertunic color makes a big difference! (https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48858915306_cb9fb7c4dd_z.jpg) Oh, indeed, it does! I thought the last one was perfectly fine, but this one is FINE!!!! Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on October 07, 2019, 07:15:07 PM Oh, indeed, it does! I thought the last one was perfectly fine, but this one is FINE!!!! Now I have things settled, it's a matter of just making sure it all looks swell. I'll try and get some decent pictures of the full getup on soon. Plus...It's time to bring out the lightsaber and finish it all off :-) Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: TheDutchman on October 08, 2019, 08:24:43 PM New undertunic color makes a big difference! Excellent addition for your tunics!(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48858915306_cb9fb7c4dd_z.jpg) Now I have things settled, it's a matter of just making sure it all looks swell. I'll try and get some decent pictures of the full getup on soon. Plus...It's time to bring out the lightsaber and finish it all off :-) I agree: you've GOT to include the lightsaber for completion ;)Point! Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: For Tyeth on October 08, 2019, 08:46:01 PM Hi mrg149,
I have been watching this thread for a while as I have been tempted to get a Kenicky's tunic set as I am based in the UK and get free shipping. What put me off up til now was the appearance of the material's quality, some of their tunics looked like they were made of bedding sheets. However yours looks considerably thicker/heavier from your pictures but could I ask you to take a picture of the material close up so I can see how thick it is and the "weave" of it? Many thanks in advance and I look forward to seeing a portrait with a saber! A point for your efforts. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on October 09, 2019, 02:16:28 AM Hi mrg149, I have been watching this thread for a while as I have been tempted to get a Kenicky's tunic set as I am based in the UK and get free shipping. What put me off up til now was the appearance of the material's quality, some of their tunics looked like they were made of bedding sheets. However yours looks considerably thicker/heavier from your pictures but could I ask you to take a picture of the material close up so I can see how thick it is and the "weave" of it? Many thanks in advance and I look forward to seeing a portrait with a saber! A point for your efforts. I can do better than that. I had Ken make my costume in Trevera fabric (easy to look up on Google) You can find sites that show the up close weave of the fabric. This is 100% polyester and is the typical fabric used for suit pants. I can tell you I would not make this choice again and would instead suggest a cotton fabric. Ken is very good about giving customers what they want. Know what you want and start a conversation. Let me know how you make out. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: For Tyeth on October 09, 2019, 04:36:37 AM Hi mrg149,
Ok thanks very much! I have had my eye on a few Cotten/Linen blends from a fabric warehouse I found online already so if Ken will accept using those materials it would be sweet. I'll be sure to let you know how I get on. (And so you know I'm aiming for a Qui-Gon Jinn kind of look but not quite as loose and baggy!) point incoming. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on October 10, 2019, 08:07:56 AM Textured cotton fabrics are a good choice. Linens are a personal favorite for me, especially linen hopsack (it's a little heavier and drapes beautifully; that's the main fabric in my Darth Revan [different than the suiting material you see in most, which is a bit flat and while it doesn't wrinkle as easily, the drape also isn't as good])! Muslin and canvas are also solid choices. For robes though (not to be confused with tunics) best fabric choices are going to be heavier things like wool blends.
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: For Tyeth on October 10, 2019, 07:10:24 PM Hi Lady Revan,
Yes thanks for the fabric recommendations. As you know I have been scouring the net for fabrics and prices and I think I have found a good store in the UK. They have a collection of Cotton/Linen blends and pure linen materials in nice earth tones. As mrg149 suggested I might contact Ken at Kenicky's and get a quote for a tunic set but with the my own supplied fabric. Can't lose anything by asking I guess. Hope you're well and sorry we haven't spoken much recently but I have been busy doing animations in Blender and it prevents me browsing the net at the same time! point for the info. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Cern on October 10, 2019, 08:28:10 PM found these on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0153QNLPQ/?coliid=IGGQZTEMVL16M&colid=28W76WX96LZH0&psc=0 (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0153QNLPQ/?coliid=IGGQZTEMVL16M&colid=28W76WX96LZH0&psc=0) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PVM2PQM/?coliid=I2SHYCTAT3ALNV&colid=28W76WX96LZH0&psc=0 (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PVM2PQM/?coliid=I2SHYCTAT3ALNV&colid=28W76WX96LZH0&psc=0) Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: chalion on October 10, 2019, 09:07:38 PM found these on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0153QNLPQ/?coliid=IGGQZTEMVL16M&colid=28W76WX96LZH0&psc=0 (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0153QNLPQ/?coliid=IGGQZTEMVL16M&colid=28W76WX96LZH0&psc=0) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PVM2PQM/?coliid=I2SHYCTAT3ALNV&colid=28W76WX96LZH0&psc=0 (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PVM2PQM/?coliid=I2SHYCTAT3ALNV&colid=28W76WX96LZH0&psc=0) 2Nd link looks better to me, but I would have to do a mix and match since the large for everything except the waist will be overly large, by over a foot for the robe and legs. That's a lot of fabric to take in, lol. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: For Tyeth on October 11, 2019, 08:41:35 AM found these on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0153QNLPQ/?coliid=IGGQZTEMVL16M&colid=28W76WX96LZH0&psc=0 (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0153QNLPQ/?coliid=IGGQZTEMVL16M&colid=28W76WX96LZH0&psc=0) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PVM2PQM/?coliid=I2SHYCTAT3ALNV&colid=28W76WX96LZH0&psc=0 (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PVM2PQM/?coliid=I2SHYCTAT3ALNV&colid=28W76WX96LZH0&psc=0) 2Nd link looks better to me Hi Cern and chalion, Thanks Cern for those links, I have seen both while I was searching and like chalion I like the 2nd link better. I was thinking maybe the white and chocolate version. As I say I had seen it before in another store for about Ł60 but again i was concerned the material looked a bit thin in the photos (problem is you can't really trust these pictures as a lot of vendors copy images) I think I will try and get a custom set made with material I source myself. Thanks and points to both of you. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: chalion on October 11, 2019, 11:55:53 PM Point returned.
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on October 15, 2019, 01:53:49 AM found these on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0153QNLPQ/?coliid=IGGQZTEMVL16M&colid=28W76WX96LZH0&psc=0 (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0153QNLPQ/?coliid=IGGQZTEMVL16M&colid=28W76WX96LZH0&psc=0) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PVM2PQM/?coliid=I2SHYCTAT3ALNV&colid=28W76WX96LZH0&psc=0 (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PVM2PQM/?coliid=I2SHYCTAT3ALNV&colid=28W76WX96LZH0&psc=0) Part of me says I should've went for those 2nd linked robes…Well, there's always Sith robes ;-) Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on October 15, 2019, 07:37:16 PM First link appears to be literally just the tunic, and is pretty short (quite possibly too short depending on who is wearing it). I actually have that tunic in black. I would only use it for an undertunic TBH. The fabric is pretty thin
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: chalion on October 15, 2019, 08:55:43 PM Purchased from Amazon from the 2nd list, the darker tan with robe. The white looks too.................................new. The black, well, i'm not evil enough to pull it off.
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on October 16, 2019, 12:33:05 AM Yeah, these Amazon listings you have to be careful with. As a general rule, if it looks too good to be true, it usually is. On another note, the Galaxy’s Edge Jedi tunic tabard obi sets are actually pretty good quality if you can find in your size, and a good bargain (I think $80 for the set). If you happen to be visiting the park in Anaheim or Orlando, it might be worth changing out
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on October 16, 2019, 03:44:11 AM Yeah, these Amazon listings you have to be careful with. As a general rule, if it looks too good to be true, it usually is. On another note, the Galaxy’s Edge Jedi tunic tabard obi sets are actually pretty good quality if you can find in your size, and a good bargain (I think $80 for the set). If you happen to be visiting the park in Anaheim or Orlando, it might be worth changing out iI'll ive you my $80 If you could pick them up for me :-D Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on October 16, 2019, 03:54:48 AM iI'll ive you my $80 If you could pick them up for me :-D Sadly, I'm not going to Orlando any time in the near future (just got barred from a maybe troop in that area in December :/ ), but if I am I'll let you know and you can PM me your size and measurements lol. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: chalion on October 17, 2019, 09:03:49 PM Purchased from Amazon from the 2nd list, the darker tan with robe. The white looks too.................................new. The black, well, i'm not evil enough to pull it off. Got my gear. Tossing the pants, just too long and i'm just too fat in the gut. I have some Haggar slacks that will work well, they almost match the color. The robe is also too long, so is the hood, but the sleeves are ok. The rest should be alterable to work. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on October 21, 2019, 01:31:12 AM let's see it as is…I'm curious.
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Zren Tobas on October 24, 2019, 09:28:47 PM I personally love my Twin Roses set for my main Jedi costume, really good quality fabrics =] My custom Jedi I use my KhloesCustomClothing set. Thinking about now using one of my main medieval larp tunics for a more custom Jedi, like after all the main movies and such
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on October 25, 2019, 05:32:14 AM I personally love my Twin Roses set for my main Jedi costume, really good quality fabrics =] My custom Jedi I use my KhloesCustomClothing set. Thinking about now using one of my main medieval larp tunics for a more custom Jedi, like after all the main movies and such Had a friend have an extremely bad experience with Twin Roses recently that makes me want to recommend against them when people ask now. I also have a prospective club costume member who chose to go through Twin Roses for their first costume and there's been many an eyeroll I could not help at some of the replies they've received from Twin Roses. Most recent one is claiming that wool has sheen similar to velvet. Not sure what universe they live in where that's the case but... I suggest to be wary of Twin roses. They have some beautiful stuff they've done in the past, but customer service has really gone down lately. Personally, I've had excellent experience with The Jedi Closet, but they operate on a much smaller scale than some of these other costumers. I ADORE mr robe from her though, and she makes it a point to aim for making things machine washable, which is awesome. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Zren Tobas on October 28, 2019, 01:02:39 AM I'll have to get me a full set from them sometime. All I have so far is the one dark grey inner tunic for my Sith costume :P I should try a way better quality outer tunic from them sometime too. I also really like KhloesCustomClothing too though for the more custom stuff =] My one brown tunic set
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on October 28, 2019, 02:15:32 AM …watching this "debate" is giving me ideas about where to look next time!
Expect pictures of my full getup shortly! Halloween approaches and I can't wait to put the full kit on. ;D 8) Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: chalion on October 29, 2019, 09:05:10 PM Wish I could get mine done, but it's supposed to rain here for the next couple days and a wet Jedi I am not.
Not even going to be able to bring out my lightsabers because of the bad weather. Good luck to you mrg149. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on October 30, 2019, 02:08:01 AM Wish I could get mine done, but it's supposed to rain here for the next couple days and a wet Jedi I am not. Not even going to be able to bring out my lightsabers because of the bad weather. Good luck to you mrg149. It'll be wet here too. :-( Luckily i will be indoors for the candy-fest Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: chalion on October 30, 2019, 09:16:52 PM It'll be wet here too. :-( Luckily i will be indoors for the candy-fest I'm across the bridge and a bit south of your location, so we both know what tomorrow's weather will be like - but i'll be outdoors to give the minions their due - plus mini lightsabers people call................glowsticks. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on November 01, 2019, 02:04:52 AM Success! Pics to be uploaded and shared tomorrow! I think I looked pretty sweet…
It felt awesome to put the costume on! Not 100% sure if it's RL or SG worthy…but a good start Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on November 01, 2019, 12:21:19 PM Here's what I've been waiting to show everyone!
(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48995503406_42d30e1960_z.jpg) (https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48995479926_63eec61b8d_z.jpg) They're hard to see, but, here are the pouches that came with the belt. (https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48994940343_2ed4c0ebf1.jpg) please comment Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: TheDutchman on November 01, 2019, 04:52:46 PM Here's what I've been waiting to show everyone! FAN-(https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48995503406_42d30e1960_z.jpg) (https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48995479926_63eec61b8d_z.jpg) They're hard to see, but, here are the pouches that came with the belt. (https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48994940343_2ed4c0ebf1.jpg) please comment TASTIC! Not only are your tunics CLEAN with great lines, but also I like the color scheme that you chose! Those are some awesome belt pouches, mrg. May I ask where you got them? Obi-Wan would be proud, sir :) Point! P.S. Wonderful day blade ;) Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on November 01, 2019, 05:12:14 PM FAN- TASTIC! Not only are your tunics CLEAN with great lines, but also I like the color scheme that you chose! Those are some awesome belt pouches, mrg. May I ask where you got them? Obi-Wan would be proud, sir :) Point! P.S. Wonderful day blade ;) Thanks! The robes are polyester and a bit warm but looked wonderful once I figure it out. I need to pick up the outer robe next to finish it off. As for the belt and pouches....here is a link to exactly what I bought: https://www.amazon.com/Deluxe-Pouches-Capsules-Costume-Accessories/dp/B011KOKU4A (https://www.amazon.com/Deluxe-Pouches-Capsules-Costume-Accessories/dp/B011KOKU4A) Points back to ya! Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: janx on November 01, 2019, 06:06:16 PM New undertunic color makes a big difference! (https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48858915306_cb9fb7c4dd_z.jpg) I'm glad I popped in here and scrolled back. Yes, that one color change makes a big difference. Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on March 09, 2020, 01:39:21 AM My training shall soon be completed. My Jedi outer robe arrives tomorrow from an etsy seller. Dark Brown cotton for about $68.00. More to follow :-D
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on March 09, 2020, 11:46:41 PM Huzzah! :D I look forward to seeing everything with the robe.
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Darth Logos on March 10, 2020, 01:14:57 PM Huzzah! :D I look forward to seeing everything with the robe. Welcome back, stranger.Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Lady Revan on March 11, 2020, 09:35:41 PM Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on May 04, 2020, 11:32:46 AM here's the full kit!
(https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1jNdLX30B550J-1kNRwg_2F2RM6cl9dFm) (https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1zg8Fwl7JEVcaCsRgA20KWsgGtXmzZt0B) Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: TheDutchman on May 04, 2020, 12:21:18 PM here's the full kit! Awesome ensemble, mrg! Classic color scheme, great fit, looks authentic :)(https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1jNdLX30B550J-1kNRwg_2F2RM6cl9dFm) (https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1zg8Fwl7JEVcaCsRgA20KWsgGtXmzZt0B) Point! Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Therion Jinn on May 05, 2020, 02:53:20 AM Looks VERY nice there
Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on May 05, 2020, 03:01:33 AM Looks VERY nice there Thank you! Once I threw the outer robe on it popped together…Plus I just feel super badass in it ;-) Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: Cern on May 07, 2020, 08:35:23 PM i found these on Amazon but haven't ordered one yet:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PVM2PQM/?coliid=I2SHYCTAT3ALNV&colid=28W76WX96LZH0&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PVM2PQM/?coliid=I2SHYCTAT3ALNV&colid=28W76WX96LZH0&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0153QNLPQ/?coliid=IGGQZTEMVL16M&colid=28W76WX96LZH0&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0153QNLPQ/?coliid=IGGQZTEMVL16M&colid=28W76WX96LZH0&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it) Title: Re: Trying to find a (Generic) Jedi costume Post by: mrg149 on May 08, 2020, 02:34:32 AM i found these on Amazon but haven't ordered one yet: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PVM2PQM/?coliid=I2SHYCTAT3ALNV&colid=28W76WX96LZH0&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07PVM2PQM/?coliid=I2SHYCTAT3ALNV&colid=28W76WX96LZH0&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0153QNLPQ/?coliid=IGGQZTEMVL16M&colid=28W76WX96LZH0&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0153QNLPQ/?coliid=IGGQZTEMVL16M&colid=28W76WX96LZH0&psc=0&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it) please let me know how this works out for you…I stressed myself out trying to pick something inexpensive but good looking and was a bit scared to do the amazon route… |