Random: Female Costume design

[Oramac]

So occasionally I get really bored at work, and ideas pop into my head.  I usually try to jot them down on paper, though most of them are irrelevant to sabering or costuming.  This time, it happened to be relevant.  So I figured I'd post it.  

Yes, it's a pair of skimpy female Jedi costumes.   Don't like them, don't wear them (if they ever actually get made anyway).  Please try to keep criticism constructive.  

Thanks!!

So with that said, here they are:

http://i1068.photobucket.com/albums/u446/oramac1968/Female-Jedi-01_zpsbdf48156.jpg

http://i1068.photobucket.com/albums/u446/oramac1968/Female-Jedi-02_zpsc3ce1db7.jpg

[Sky Dragon c5]

I love the second.

[TheHobbitofDune]

I like the first one.

[B1ondeange1]

i prefer the second

[TheHobbitofDune]

I love the second.

i prefer the second

Fine! I see how it is

[Oramac]

Glad y'all like em!  I have to say, this is a much more positive reaction than I'd expected to receive.  Thanks!


Also, I should probably say that I envisioned them being worn under a cloak or robe of some sort too.  Probably a short sleeve robe, like a Jedi version of the Sith Apprentice robe from SWTOR.

[Jabari]

My only thought is: how are these going to stay in place during battle?

[Luna]

My only thought is: how are these going to stay in place during battle?

The Force.

Or duct tape.

Personally, I'm not too big on them. Not to say they aren't good designs, but I always dislike battle lingerie/chainmail bikinis. It has nothing to do with their impracticality or anything, I just strongly dislike them for some reason. When creating fictional armor or clothing for females, I tend towards the battle ballgown style (or just make it realistic, but that isn't as entertaining).

[legion91]

They're interesting designs. Good job. I like the second one over the first.

Yes, it's a pair of skimpy female Jedi costumes.   Don't like them, don't wear them (if they ever actually get made anyway).

Not much skimpier than Aayla Secura's outfit. And I like her outfit not because its skimpy but because it is so different from the normal tunics and robes every Jedi seems to wear.

 I would suggest perhaps a form fitting midriff under shirt to go underneath the top. This way the outfit is more practical while still keeping  its original appeal. Just a suggestion feel free to ignore it, I'm not really fashion oriented.

[TheHobbitofDune]

Not much skimpier than Aayla Secura's outfit. And I like her outfit not because its skimpy but because it is so different from the normal tunics and robes every Jedi seems to wear.

I've always been a fan of her outfit.

[Oramac]

My only thought is: how are these going to stay in place during battle?

The first one, well, it probably won't.  The second has the collar to hold the shoulders in place, and center X sections sewn together, as well as connecting under the arm.  Also, an overall-like piece attached inside the lower portion of the sashes to hold the lower part of the sash to the pants.  

Personally, I'm not too big on them. Not to say they aren't good designs, but I always dislike battle lingerie/chainmail bikinis. It has nothing to do with their impracticality or anything, I just strongly dislike them for some reason. When creating fictional armor or clothing for females, I tend towards the battle ballgown style (or just make it realistic, but that isn't as entertaining).

No worries.  To each his own, as they say.  Though I wouldn't exactly classify these as chainmail bikini's.  But I see your point.  

I'm not really fashion oriented.

Neither am I!  These just sort of popped into my head and I put them on paper.  I'm not even 100% sure they could be made.  I do like the form-sitting midriff idea, though it does kinda lose some of the sex appeal.  Not that that really makes much difference anyway.  

Thanks again everyone!  I appreciate the comments.  Keep em coming, if you have anything you want to say!

[Duff Man]

Where Have I heard this argument before???..........
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OTGh0EMmMC8 (The video's owner prevents external embedding)

[Oramac]

Where Have I heard this argument before???..........
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OTGh0EMmMC8#noexternalembed-ws

I'm not arguing.  I posted an idea.  If someone doesn't like it they don't have to use it.  Though I admit the video was pretty damn funny!

[Master Rel]

Agreed...the video is a great take on a classic fantasy issue...




On topic, the two pieces of Jedi fashion...the only way to develop pieces that make sense, would be wearable, flow for the eye, etc. is to immerse yourself in the subject.

Read up on pattern design, follow existing designs for inspiration, and a classic art school exercise is to take fashion magazines and cut the pictures of the pieces you like out...fit them together in a Frankenstein-ish puzzle format, use this to create a template for your drawing efforts.

I liked them both for a basic Star Wars sexy athletic wear sort of aspect...the first has a eye drawing issue around the vital lower region that having experience from making patterns and clothes I know would become a hassle to wear because of weight and movement...pinching, folding, and sagging...which is never fun or pretty.

The second is a cleaner design and could be tweaked into a fun bit of cheesecake.


On a side note, there was an extensive conversation here on the forum a while back regarding the paradox of the chainmail bikini and related cake of cheese.

I am a guy who appreciates a female form...as such a chainmail bikini is fun to look at just as a cloth bikini is fun to look at as it shows off the aforementioned female form of appreciation...but no one thinks a girl, woman, lady, or guy dressed as one (please never) should wear noted chainmail bikini into battle...unless said battle is a harem pillow fight, and then I at least approve...not that I would watch...I am just saying in general as a point of context that this would be an appropriate setting for such an outfit...just saying.  Also saying that the idea of the same pillow fight with a bunch of buff guys in banana hammocks gives me significant pause and a bit of acid reflux, which I do not normally have.

And thus is the issue...why is cheesecake acceptable and in many cases preferred...if the subject is female AND of a certain body shape...and yet is considered a parody if the subject is not the perfect fit or gender (shudder)?

Because at heart we are a bunch of giggling teenage boys lol.

Boobies!

Sigh  


The two designs have merit my friend.  Keep sketching.  Grab a couple fashion magazines and find inspiration from garments that fit and flow.  Then get a basic model sewing machine, $99 at Mal-Wart, some fabric and start sewing!

That is how I got started...don't stop now.

Once you start making the clothes you will find the truth to the matter, tiny bits of clothing resist the desired flow and movement that most people find appealing.  

Nice effort.

[Rina Ascura]

If I would be cosplaying a Twi'lek Jedi, I would try and give these designs a chance. But I'm a Human opting for a classic look.