[BLOG] Batgirl kicks... and other accessories

racerace Tejas
edited November -1 in Community
I figure you guys are geeky enough to give me some good opinions on this matter...

Okay, I am devoting a several hour chunk of this weekend to scouting and probably purchasing upgrades to my Batgirl costume. I'm going for quality purchases, here. Things that will last and are relatively accurate. I'm fine with buying some of the accessory upgrades this year, and then getting some more next year and the year after... until the costume is "done." Tell me what you think:

My costume:

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Boots:

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Gloves:

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Utility belt:

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Wig:

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Cowl:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBa<wbr>yISAPI.dll?VISuperSize&ite<wbr>m=270401174933

Leggings:
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBa<wbr>yISAPI.dll?VISuperSize&ite<wbr>m=110439162129

The gloves need a little work (too long, missing the scallops up the sides), but would still probably be a good purchase WITH the boots. I also found these much more practical boots (http://www.streetmoda.com/pleaser-gogo-womens-shoes-stretch-knee-high-boots-patent-yellow-sexy-dancer-exotic-p-3373.html). I LOVE the cowl, but I'm afraid it might be a bit large, as I have a tiny head. Maybe with the wig.

In case it's still unclear, this is the classic Batgirl look when Barbara Gordon first appeared as Batgirl. I decided to go "old school" as Sam put it. Less scary, for one, as I'll be out with my kids. I'm going to put a leotard and black tights on under the all-too-short dress for now so I don't ostracize the neighbors. ;-)

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Comments

  • primesuspectprimesuspect Beepin n' Boopin Detroit, MI Icrontian
    ...

    ...

    My professional opinion on this entire matter is "yes".. oh yes.
  • racerace Tejas
    I just took the dive. I decided the utility belt I already have looks better and I'll put the pants on hold until another time when I'm ready to completely revamp the costume. I got everything else: the "practical" boots, gloves and wig. Unfortunately, the cowl had already been purchased. I messaged the seller to see if he could make me a new one before Halloween.

    *sigh* Batman and Halloween is the perfect combination.
  • primesuspectprimesuspect Beepin n' Boopin Detroit, MI Icrontian
    Soooo.......You and Mason are coming to IC Oktoberfest? Yes?
  • racerace Tejas
    Um, I can't come up with a witty response that cleverly explains the impossibility of this occurring.
  • primesuspectprimesuspect Beepin n' Boopin Detroit, MI Icrontian
    I demand pics then. :D
  • racerace Tejas
    Oh, I will definitely be posting pics documenting the making of this glorious costume. I'll also post Halloween pics of the kids and our general shens on FB.
  • KoreishKoreish I'm a penguin, deal with it. KCMO Icrontian
    The arm spikes look a little off, shorten them maybe? Other than that it looks good.

    If you're looking for accessories batarangs and grapple guns are a must.
  • racerace Tejas
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  • primesuspectprimesuspect Beepin n' Boopin Detroit, MI Icrontian
    That is fucking awesome. In a rare display of "yes, she absolutely can pull it off...", you transcend the boundary of awkward cosplay and move into the world of...

    Well, that is fucking awesome.
  • primesuspectprimesuspect Beepin n' Boopin Detroit, MI Icrontian
    On a side note, Cai is thinking to himself "I have the coolest fuckin' mom in the entire world..."
  • racerace Tejas
    My gloves never came in. :-(

    Oh well!
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  • primesuspectprimesuspect Beepin n' Boopin Detroit, MI Icrontian
    Truly awesome!!!!

    What a great family <3
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