So, if Jedi were real....

[ThreadJack]

I need a costume for Halloween this year. I think I've found the thing, an American Jedi Knight.

I need some input though.

If Jedi were real, and lived in the world we live in, how would they dress?

A saber on the belt is a given, obviously. I have a Consular with covertech belt clip, so that's covered.

But what else? A hoodie would be appropriate, I think, but what color? I think black is possible, but looks a bit too Sithy for my taste. I want the general public to be able to recognize what I am relatively easily. So brown?

What about pants? Jeans okay?

Shoes? I would imagine work boots would be good. No?

[srams]

Would the Jedi Order be a branch of the military? Would they wear a soldiers uniform? Camo, or class A's? Or would they wear their own type of dress? Would they be unique or Uniform? Would they be obvious or would the be discreet/under cover? This is an interesting topic!

If I had the choice I'd probably just be in plain clothes, under cover but have some tactical qualities to my clothing. You know, Boots, BDU pants with a easy access saber pocket. And maybe a thick long sleeved plain colored shirt. Maybe have some simple body armor underneath.  I wouldn't want any one to know I was a Jedi, but have simple clothing as not to hinder a quick impromtu battle.

[Jammo]

BDU style pants with bloused boots ala Jarhead, man.

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[ThreadJack]

Would the Jedi Order be a branch of the military? Would they wear a soldiers uniform? Camo, or class A's? Or would they wear their own type of dress? Would they be unique or Uniform? Would they be obvious or would the be discreet/under cover? This is an interesting topic!

If I had the choice I'd probably just be in plain clothes, under cover but have some tactical qualities to my clothing. You know, Boots, BDU pants with a easy access saber pocket. And maybe a thick long sleeved plain colored shirt. Maybe have some simple body armor underneath.  I wouldn't want any one to know I was a Jedi, but have simple clothing as not to hinder a quick impromtu battle.

They would be known to the public, so one would not hide the fact that they're a Jedi, except on certain missions that call for it. This IS a Halloween costume. Doesn't do much good if no one knows I'm dressed up.

BDU style pants with bloused boots ala Jarhead, man.

[img width= height=]http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/0/0d/Marines_in_formation.jpg[/img]

Well I don't have BDU pants(or even cargo pants for that matter, never was my style), so that won't work. I don't have the money to go buy a pair.

[srams]

Mine are just plain black. We had to cut off the blousing for the Academy.

I would also consider being dressed up in a full buisness suit, ala Secret Service or Mafioso. But still remain under cover. Just as long as I got my suit and tie.. lol, sorry I'm wearing a suit and tie right now and I look good! (Just got home from my sisters wedding)

[srams]

They would be known to the public, so one would not hide the fact that they're a Jedi, except on certain missions that call for it. This IS a Halloween costume. Doesn't do much good if no one knows I'm dressed up.

Well I don't have BDU pants(or even cargo pants for that matter, never was my style), so that won't work. I don't have the money to go buy a pair.

True. Yeah doesn't do much for Halloween if no one knows it. I'd probably be in a sithy outfit, with all black, maybe a hood? Not sure, maybe if I lived in a rainy area, but definitely boots and BDU pants. Maybe some leather accents. Saber on the belt.

[ThreadJack]

I'm thinking fingerless gloves are good. I can get those easy enough. And some leather accents are a must.

I have a pair of grey jeans that should do well with work boots and a brown hoodie. (It's the best I can do on a tight budget, otherwise BDU pants would be a go) I'll try and get a pic up for critique once I get the hoodie. And some leather accents are a must.

Any ideas how to add pouches and such to a belt?

[Rogu3Wo1f]

Well considering they live in a futuristic world anyway. They'd dress the same. They don't consider themselves soldiers so they would not wear DCPUs.
The idea of a Jedi is that they wear modest clothing.
If you wanted a more 'modern' look for whatever reason, you could go with a ROTJ Luke sort of tunic.
Otherwise you're just wearing a hoodie with a lightsaber. And not a Jedi.

[Darth Kitsune]

I'd also like to point out that the Jedi were also sort of a religious institution. If they lived here in our modern world I'm sure that the Force would have been some sort of religious understanding as well as a practical use.

I doubt the Jedi would have been a military group if they actually existed, especially due to their code. Knowing Star Wars history and the Jedi Code, they would be more like a religious sect that only fought when they absolutely needed to.

[Frizzenflyer]

I suggest white hoodie, tabbards, Obi, khakis/sand coloured slacks, and work boots.

the way I see it the Jedi Order has a religous sect but also has a law enforcement or peace keeping role. perhaps you could put the symbol of the Jedi Order on your tabards?

[chicago.jedi]

I like the khaki ideas. That seems to be the plainest color in our world today. The Jedi did wear a lot of brown but I guess you could call khaki our brown.

I also like the hoodie idea, that seems practical. But instead of tabards that others have suggested, how about a scarf? You could wrap it around your neck in a tabard fashion and maybe secure it all with a tactical belt or some sort of a leather duty style belt.

For boots, motorcycle boots would be closest to the movie Jedi but they are not real practical for all of the running and jumping a Jedi does so I would agree that tactical or work boots would be best suited.

[Manroon]

Personally, this has never been my favorite costume idea. I like obscure ones, but to me this is just not the easiest for people to get. It strikes me as harder to get character into the costume with. *shrug* That's just MHO though.

So... I'd say look at how they are in the films. They wear plain clothes, but still stand out to anyone who knows who they are. The robes suggest a sort of simple traveling attire. Also, the tunics come across as old fashioned and out of style across the more populated areas. If I were doing this, I would probably go for something like a woodsman or mountain man. MAYBE something of the traditional dress of the native americans or anyone else throughout history who lived off the land. Think like this: If you were living simply, plainly, but were proud of who you were, had to do your own work to get by... provide for yourself, and you didn't have much in the way of possessions, then what would you look like? How would you dress? Is your particular Jedi living in an area of conflict? Is he a fighter, a defender of the innocent? Is he a pacifist, a knowledge seeker, a healer? These answers will direct you towards or away from things like BDUs, Lab Coats, or the general appearance of The Wolverine. rofl

Personally, since the only folks I ever had out your way were all farmers, and that's really about all I know about your area besides colonial era history, I'd say go for something like what a Farmer might wear. Or maybe go Cowboy Jedi, and put that saber in a nice leather holster. (you can laugh, I've made one for my Dominix V2, and it's SICK to carry it around that way! lol)



P.S. Seriously, Wingmate. Next year. STIG X-Wing Pilot.

[Master Rel]

Yes avoid the hoodie...that is so cliche'.

Having a viable modern Jedi look...having a US saber will connect any look you have.

Not having access to a military uniform bypasses that thought, so go with what you have.

You will need to explain it, a quick blurb, "I'm from a place and a time far far far away...I am a modern Jedi"

But once the saber is engaged then all will be good.

No one within reason with ID any icons or badges.

Another thought to to take the T-shirt route...print one up with Jedi instead of Security.

[Jammo]

I have a t-shirt that reads, "Trust Me, I'm a Jedi." Would that do?

[Master Lucien Kane]

I take it you're going for like an "urban Jedi" type bit...

I wear my sabers everyday. Generally I go for my black tactical style cargo pants, and a long sleeve shirt, and a long paramilitary style jacket. I can try to post pictures if you're interested.