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Title: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: gem on June 30, 2009, 12:11:51 PM
Who's with me?!

We've had a few threads lately about worrying you won't "fit in" at Fair if you're not period-correct.  So I thought we should celebrate some of our favorite totally "inaccurate" garb--or "Fairwear," those fabulous fashions whose only "period" is 21st century Renaissance Fair! :D

Now, I *do* do H/A, and I love it, but I also love me some Fairwear! 

Still adore my Flaming Orange Chemise:
(http://pic50.picturetrail.com/VOL417/1033223/8281948/110825764.jpg)

That bodice is too big for me now, alas!   My current favorite look:

(http://pic50.picturetrail.com/VOL417/1033223/17691164/315717528.jpg)

And that bodice reverses to saucy pirate fun!

(http://pic50.picturetrail.com/VOL417/1033223/17691164/334797202.jpg)

So shout it with me, folks!  I wear Fairwear, and I'm proud!
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: sealion on June 30, 2009, 12:27:14 PM
The thing I love about faire is that anything goes! As much as I am enjoying trying to do HA garb for SCA events I love that I was able to go tha a local faire last weekend in what was essentially my underwear! I wore a black hiplength chemise and bloomers with Venise (sp?) lace from Moresca along with a strapless corset with skulls on it, rope sandals, a jingle bell ankle bracelet, and loads of other gaudy jewelry and called myself a pirate! LOL (Sorry, no photo.)
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Blue66669 on June 30, 2009, 12:38:01 PM
Oh, I'm a faire wear nightmare!!! (I'm the one in the middle with the parasol)


(http://i216.photobucket.com/albums/cc14/blue66669/Scarby%20Birthday%20Weekend%202009/111931918_zDwYwAvs.jpg)
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Auryn on June 30, 2009, 12:47:55 PM
here is my totally NOT HA faire wear from this past faire.

I hope in the future to maybe try my hand at HA. For now, I revel in the fantasy world.
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v225/enseign/flarf%202009/flarf2009.jpg)
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: bellevivre on June 30, 2009, 12:51:01 PM
I am a lapsed-SCAdian (really, I just never 'gelled' with my barony, and when I realized how POLITICAL everything was, kinda killed the 'Dream' for me) and so I like to try (when I am making my own garb) to go kinda period... like, things that are definitely influenced by existing patterns/evidence, but that are perhaps a little more 'wenchy', or a little more innovative... example- one idea I have had is to pat my cartridge pleats with large lampworked beads in between the pleats- very useful when you don't actually have the fabric for a true cartridge pleat!

What I have to always remind myself is that this is FAIRE! Written into the fabric of these events are any number of things that one would NOT have found in mid-16th century England!

1) Pirates (vs. privateers)
2) Huge Swings?
3) Turkey Legs
4) malt beverages (shudder)
5) polyester
6) amplified music
7) Minstrel Boy, Mingulay Boat Song, Siul a Run, The Moose Song, etc
8) Cameras

and so on and so on!

SO: The moral of this story is to have FUN with what you are doing! If you want to come as a Venetian courtesan complete with split skirt and breeches, DO IT. If you want to be 'Lady of the Azure Waters' and show up with a LOTR themed crushed polyester dress- DO IT! By all means, do the research and arm yourself with the merry knowledge that you are NOT H/A- I think sometimes the snarkers are trying to 'help' someone with their garb- if you flat out say- I am fantasy, and I like it! That will stop any naysayers in their tracks!

I know there will be those who feel superior based on their own garb- but I also wonder if they have as much fun?
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: bellevivre on June 30, 2009, 12:58:35 PM
Oh, and here's a look at some of my garb- see, i go for the italian silhouette, but definitely more cleavage!

Stupid Webshots wont allow me to post the pic- it's here: http://image44.webshots.com/44/7/44/99/295574499zmxtgb_fs.jpg

Though there IS that one Italian Ren portrait of a woman in profile with ample tracts of land (I just can never find it when i want to reference it!)
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Adriana Rose on June 30, 2009, 12:59:05 PM
Amen to that!

I'll never forget the girl in the metallic red gown telling me that I was not H/A lol



I love my freddy of hollywood bodice... its strechy and it breaths! I am in the sun all freaking day and I need a comfy bodice!
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Sitara on June 30, 2009, 01:10:03 PM
None of my garb is HA.

Here I am in warrior grab that would not protect me from ANYTHING

(http://c4.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/29/l_6a8eb280eaed28e4d4154b67984bf09f.jpg)

Here is one bellydancer picture.

(http://c2.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/82/l_3d16be6e63fc7f42deeebab37a9e6ba5.jpg)

I would post some of my other outfits but all the photos I can find are centered on my chest for some reason.   ;)
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Genievea Brookstone on June 30, 2009, 01:25:02 PM
So wrong on soooo many levels! Including cider in a plastic cup!

(http://i564.photobucket.com/albums/ss89/Genievea/steph.jpg)
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Kate XXXXXX on June 30, 2009, 04:22:03 PM
While I adore period accurate clothing from all eras, the only bit of kit I own that has real street cred (as in I dropped it in the street when I finished my beer!) is my tankard: a HEAVY hand-crafted pewter tankard that is a copy of an extant piece from the 1600's.

I take it to the Sweeps Morris festival every May, and to a few other events during the year.  I'll certainly bring it with me if I ever get the chance to come over for a fair.
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: bellevivre on June 30, 2009, 04:30:49 PM
I love it! Mine is a 'real' fake... from the 20's, apparently, when swindlers would cart about the country supposedly just back from an English estate sale with fake pewter designs... lol I had it appraised by a pewter group who loved it since it was a 'really good' fake!
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Var Greyshadow on June 30, 2009, 04:40:31 PM
I love the fantasy side too!  Var's a Lord of the Rings Ranger after all.  But before I was Var, I went to Four Winds as Eowyn one year:

(http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b7/Var_Greyshadow/Eowyn-FourWinds2004_2.jpg)
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Elennare on June 30, 2009, 05:38:35 PM
I'm "fairewear" all the way.  Sadly, I somehow don't have any pictures of me in my normal outfit.  I'm a mostly-LoTR inspired elf, so I wear 2 skirts (split, so they don't get in the way when I fight), something that's inbetween a bodice and a corset (sleeveless), and big bell sleeves that aren't attached to my bodice.  I also have bracers, a horn, a bow, and a quiver.  Sometimes I wear a sword as well.  And of course my tall boots! :D

Here's a picture of what I was considering wearing this year, till I found out I won't be able to make it to faire this year. :(

(http://i250.photobucket.com/albums/gg246/Elennare1/DSC00098-1.jpg)

Warhammer Wood Elf!  The accessories from my normal faire clothes got used for this costume too. :)
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Trillium on June 30, 2009, 06:22:33 PM
OMG!!!!  Var with blonde hair and a skirt!!!!!  hee heee......  (you know I love ya! ;))

Gem, I have always loved that orange chemise on you.  It's such a good color on you!

I am most definately faireware and proud of it!  I just can't give up the wings...
I went once last year without my wings, but still in garb and people didn't recognize me at first!
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Tygrkat on June 30, 2009, 07:31:12 PM
Here I am in my 'not even remotely H/A' pirate weekend garb ~

(http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b155/tigereatsfire/Picture005-1.jpg)


This picture is from '07, but I'll be wearing this again for Pirate's Weekend this year, as always. I'm always amazed at how often I get stopped and complimented or asked for a photo...


...I'm sure it's in large part due to how confident I feel, and how happy I am to be at Faire. When the garb goes on (pirate, noble, or otherwise, kinda H/A or not even close) my whole attitude changes  ;D

(I've a sneaking suspicion my *ahem* Huge Tracts of Land may be part of the reason as well - that poor bodice! )
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Dragonlord on June 30, 2009, 07:36:37 PM
Quote from: Sitara on June 30, 2009, 01:10:03 PM
None of my garb is HA.

Here I am in warrior grab that would not protect me from ANYTHING

(http://c4.ac-images.myspacecdn.com/images01/29/l_6a8eb280eaed28e4d4154b67984bf09f.jpg)

Might not offer much protection but it is definitely distracting enough that your warrior friend could strike down any attackers while they stood there staring.
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Lady Kathleen of Olmsted on July 01, 2009, 12:47:47 AM
Quote from: Var Greyshadow on June 30, 2009, 04:40:31 PM
I love the fantasy side too!  Var's a Lord of the Rings Ranger after all.  But before I was Var, I went to Four Winds as Eowyn one year:

(http://i16.photobucket.com/albums/b7/Var_Greyshadow/Eowyn-FourWinds2004_2.jpg)



When I met you last month at Scarby, Var!!  I sensed there was an "inner Elven Warrior" in you! I was right!
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Marietta Graziella on July 01, 2009, 07:25:46 AM
*waving hand madly*  Pick me!  I'm fairewear!   Here is my wine bottle label bodice I made last year.  I just loved the fabric!   My hat even had a cluster of grapes attached to it!   :D
(http://i72.photobucket.com/albums/i182/denamike/MNRF%202007/mynewoutfit.jpg)
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: renren on July 01, 2009, 09:00:12 AM
Love it,MG! :)
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: GirlChris on July 01, 2009, 10:12:54 AM
(http://lh5.ggpht.com/_X0yK1BtO8hU/Skt8podrAuI/AAAAAAAAA58/bbFY-D4_--4/s800/fishy%20fishy%20fishy.jpg)

Fishy.
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: gem on July 01, 2009, 10:33:38 AM
Woot!  MG, I was *hoping* you'd post that pic!!
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Lady L on July 01, 2009, 11:18:45 PM
Here are a few of mine.  :)

(http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s216/Lady_L_MN/Twizardarch3sm.jpg)

(http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s216/Lady_L_MN/Tfairypond3sm.jpg)

(http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s216/Lady_L_MN/LadyLcroppedsm08.jpg)

(http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s216/Lady_L_MN/Tpirate2cropped07sm.jpg)

(http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s216/Lady_L_MN/Rpirateskyocean.jpg)

(http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s216/Lady_L_MN/Relfwhiteshirt204.jpg)

(http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s216/Lady_L_MN/Relfwhiteshirt04cl.jpg)
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Kate XXXXXX on July 02, 2009, 06:55:51 AM
All lovely, Lady L, but I particularly love the purple witch/fairy and the Pink Pirate!   ;D ;D
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: LadyShadow on July 02, 2009, 08:38:44 AM
Not being a big fan of pink.  But I do really like the pink pirate.
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: DragonWing on July 02, 2009, 10:20:43 AM
I haven't tried my hand at HA yet but will soon.  Here are the Fantasy costumes I have made in the past 2 years.

(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj83/dragonwing1961/Brents%20Ren%20Fair%20costume/100_2426.jpg)

(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj83/dragonwing1961/MDRF%20oct%2019%202008/100_2611.jpg)

(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj83/dragonwing1961/Brents%20Ren%20Fair%20costume/100_3272.jpg)
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Dinobabe on July 02, 2009, 10:26:08 AM
I'm asking because I don't know...
Where do we draw the line between fairewear and H/A?  Some of the clothing posted here seems more historical to me.  Even though some of my garb is not 100% H/A I still consider it historical.  I have fairewear, too, and fantasy.  I guess I'm just trying to figure out where opinion and research collide! ;)

I consider this to be historical (Even though it is a McCall's bodice. ::)  Don't worry, I'm going to redraft!).
(http://lh6.ggpht.com/_hC7rbW488QI/SPi7DSucmpI/AAAAAAAADYc/gT6PjIdAgTY/s400/IMG_4728.JPG)

This is definitely fairewear!
(http://johnspics.net/trf/jc3a4654_std.jpg)
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Kate XXXXXX on July 02, 2009, 11:04:30 AM
There isn't a line.  There's only a gradual slide out from the center in many directions in more than three dimensions.

Many folk start with wench/fair wear and gradually slide out to fantasy or on to pirates, or in to historical...
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: bellevivre on July 02, 2009, 11:16:10 AM
and start of us start H/A and start sliding into wench! Free handbasket rides- just dont ask where we're going  ;D
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Celtic_Fae on July 02, 2009, 11:52:23 AM
"Historical" for me is looking mostly period (i.e. Renaissance garb for Ren-faires, Medieval garb for Medieval faires) and not using COMPLETELY crazy, out-of-period fabrics (like sequins or neon colors), which, like others have said, shares a very fine line with fairewear. There is no "historically accurate" for me, simply because we have threads and materials that are, if not different from back then, then at least MADE differently than they were in history by the manufacturer. When I think of fantasy, I think of fae, fauns, wizards, etc. I envy the fantasy wearers: you erase the line completely since you make it so I believe your characters COULD have existed in that time! (I do believe in faeries, I do, I do, I DO!)  ;D
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: bellevivre on July 02, 2009, 12:16:35 PM
I <3 that movie !

I think you hit the nail on the head there- very few can claim TRUE H/A... I think there are various groupsings... those who try a H/A look, those who go full 'faire ware', and the Fantasy... there are bits of all three in everyone, but I think that's a base organization for it.

(and I likes my typo and I'm keeping it!)

Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Sir. Kindle on July 02, 2009, 01:05:13 PM
After seeing such wonderful, none historically accurate garb, I just had to post a pic of my wife and me in our "Pirate outfits." These are definitely not historically accurate, but they were a lot of fun to put together and wear.

(http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3561/3666222229_2a51b59893_o.jpg)
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Genievea Brookstone on July 02, 2009, 04:58:57 PM
OOO she has that lovely brocade fabric I drool over every time I go to the store hoping it will go on sale!
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Marietta Graziella on July 02, 2009, 07:02:19 PM
Ultimately it comes down to this...

It's your day at fest so wear whatever makes you get a bounce in your step, an extra wide smile on your face, and a few  :o looks for good measure.  ;) ;D
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Lady L on July 02, 2009, 11:16:38 PM
Quote from: Kate XXXXXX on July 02, 2009, 06:55:51 AM
All lovely, Lady L, but I particularly love the purple witch/fairy and the Pink Pirate!   ;D ;D

Quote from: LadyShadow on July 02, 2009, 08:38:44 AM
Not being a big fan of pink.  But I do really like the pink pirate.

Thank you so much! I LOVE making things for my grandaughters, as I had no sisters and no daughters, myself.  ;D It's so much fun to dress them up and play make believe!

I have to say though, the color appears more pink on my computer than it does in real life. It's really a softer tomato bisque.

Quote from: Kate XXXXXX on July 02, 2009, 11:04:30 AM
There isn't a line.  There's only a gradual slide out from the center in many directions in more than three dimensions.

Well said, Kate XXXXXX!
On the former board, I asked how historically accurate people were, or tried to be and I was told by the mod that was a hot button and not to ask that. I was curious though, because I love all kinds of garb and I don't think anyone can possibly be totally accurate. I mean, do they raise their own sheep, card the wool and spin it, then weave it into cloth and THEN handsew a garment from it? As I understand it, some breeds of sheep that they raised, are now extinct.
It would be an educational experience, but not practical to expect everyone to do that!  :o
Flax to linen is an even more laborious task, I watched it on PBS once.

I belonged to a yahoo group where they discussed thread count and the type of weave, such as 4/1, that was supposed to be accurate. As much as I find that *interesting* it is not something I strive for.

Some garb  leans more toward historical and some garb is definitely not, ie: fairies, elves, trolls, nymphs, ents, wizards, unicorns etc. Then there are all those that fall inbetween, where most of us seem to be.
Our faire doesn't claim to be historical, either, but I know some are supposed to be. I used to go to Fur Trade Rendezvous and Black Powder events, which I found very much to my liking. They were into historical re-enacting. MNRF isn't trying to do re-enacting. I think what we have is "renaissance inspired/influenced."

I just watched "Fashion Show" on Bravo, ( I prefer Project Runway) where they had a long, red dress, with a corset type belt. The judges said it was "renaissance faire wench." I thought NO WAY, not even close. So, I suppose it's a matter of interpretation. ;)
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Rhiannon on July 02, 2009, 11:26:11 PM
I am definitely not PC or historically accurate with my faire wear! I dress as a belly dancer and my costume is more fantasy-oriented, with some Goth touches as well (one of these days I WILL get a digital camera so that I can upload photos on the Net!). My husband is more historically accurate than I am. But as others have said, just about anything goes at the faire!

I think that if I worked at a faire I would definitely be more historically accurate. But as a faire-goer who is only there one day a year, I ought to be able to wear what I want to wear and not feel bad or embarrassed about it. And truthfully, I've always gotten compliments from people, both Rennies and mundanes, about my garb. I do make sure that I don't wear my watch or something like that to the faire. My husband does wear his glasses with his costume, but that's a necessity for him, since he can't see without them.
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Kate XXXXXX on July 04, 2009, 05:46:21 PM
I have a delightfully dotty Regency customer who bought REAL antique specs from her favourite era and had them glazed with her prescription just to wear when she's in character!  I can't afford to go that far, and can't wear contacts, so mundane specs it would have to be.  Safety and work first, and my very necessary varifocals are costing £280 to get the new prescription put in, so special ones for the odd occasion I'm in garb of some sort just ain't gonna happen!

Historical accuracy can be had, for a price, where the materials and expertise are available.  There are several companies here in the UK who either still weave fabrics they have produced for over 200 years, or can weave reproductions from old samples.  It's a service used most by places like royal palaces and historic houses when they want to replace something they have or recreate something found during restoration.Some companies will weave as little as 20 metres of something for you, but it might end up costing a couple of hundred a metre, especially for a jacquard silk.  Out of most of our leagues!

Those of us who love historical accuracy in our makes or purchases always end up with a compromise between what is available and what we can afford.  We do as much as we can, and live with what we can't.  If people want to ge snarky about it, they can go and boil their heads.
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Rowan MacD on July 04, 2009, 07:45:26 PM
Quote from: Marietta Graziella on July 02, 2009, 07:02:19 PM
Ultimately it comes down to this...

It's your day at fest so wear whatever makes you get a bounce in your step, an extra wide smile on your face, and a few  :o looks for good measure.  ;) ;D

  You hit the nail on the head!  You wear what makes YOU feel good.  Fairies, dancers, trolls, even Goths...it's all good as long as you have FUN! 
  Though I try to be reasonably 'period' I usually opt for whatever is most comfortable for what I am doing and the weather conditions.  I occaisonally forget to remove my watch but I do wear contacts, and I accessorize to the max.  I get compliments  on my garb, and have only once had a negative comment.
   That was from a snooty little teen who was quick to point out that my camera (which I had taken out of my pouch to use) was very non period..this from a kid with a NIN tattoo on his neck.  LOL.
   
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Lady Renee Buchanan on July 04, 2009, 11:23:42 PM
How's this for a little not period, non- H/A?   

A leather pouch that has the face of a person, I think it's like the green man, or the guy from the trees. 

A Buchanan tartan teddy bear holding a tartan bagpipe that when you press it, plays Scotland the Brave (he is a friend of Blue, whom he partied with in TN).

All while wearing an Irish dress with a Buchanan tartan underskirt, and a hat - who knows what it belongs with - but I like it!


(http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e109/LadyReneeBuchanan/P1010020-1.jpg)
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Lady Rebecca on July 05, 2009, 09:50:39 AM
^Where did you get your pouch? I noticed one of the guys from Wolgemut wearing one yesterday, and I think they're really neat!
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Lady Renee Buchanan on July 05, 2009, 10:21:57 AM
There was a shop last year at Bristol (Kenosha, WI), I can't remember the name.  The guy makes these pouches out of leather.  They come in different color leathers with different color eyes.  I wanted a black one with green eyes, because most of my garb has those 2 colors in it.  There is also a long handle if you want to use it as a purse. 

I am a member of The Bristol Board and posted there to see if anyone could give me the name of the shop and a website if they have one.  If I can get an answer, I'll post it here.
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: NoBill Lurker on July 05, 2009, 10:38:07 AM
The name of the company that does those REALLY COOL pouches and other things is...

Grichels; Wrinkle in Reality (http://www.grichels.com/Menu_Pages/home.html)

Just know that they don't do web orders, you can only get one of their items at a show that their at...

Like this cape from them that my friend Randy pick up 2 years ago...

(http://i31.photobucket.com/albums/c353/Knoty-Dragon/BARF%202007/IMG_0037.jpg)
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: tigrlily64 on July 05, 2009, 06:20:39 PM
I love their stuff!  My friend has a pouch that she uses as a purse throughout the year.  I'm constantly admiring it.
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Allen-native on November 10, 2009, 01:28:45 PM
(http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2561/4090459846_b497223337.jpg)

somewhat of a minstrel, going for my first time in this garb this month, weee!
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Kate on November 10, 2009, 01:49:04 PM
I'm generally in hot pink (see avatar pic).  When someone tells me I'm not HA (which very few have ahd the guts to say to my face) I laugh at them.  I go to express myself and have a good time, not be nitpicky about HA.
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: bellevivre on November 10, 2009, 02:00:09 PM
aaaaaaactually...

lol I have heard it rumored that hot pink was possible using natural dyes...


SOOOOO....
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Post by: Kate on November 10, 2009, 02:01:48 PM
Quote from: bellevivre on November 10, 2009, 02:00:09 PM
aaaaaaactually...

lol I have heard it rumored that hot pink was possible using natural dyes...


SOOOOO....

Well then!  I guess I can tell them where to stick it!  :)  Thanks!
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Post by: bellevivre on November 10, 2009, 02:03:10 PM
sure! i'll see if i cant find the info on it and post it- it was certainly suprising, to say the very least!
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Post by: bellevivre on November 10, 2009, 02:05:46 PM
here we go- this is about dying eggs, but you'd use the same things- some of those eggs look pretty bright pink to me!

http://www.gallowglass.org/jadwiga/SCA/eggs/eggdyes.html
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Post by: VIII on November 12, 2009, 11:51:42 AM
Into the Way-back machine to TRF!
Set phasers to DRINK!
(http://gbparts.danawheels.net/graphics/sylac/landcrewfrnt.jpg)
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Post by: Anna Iram on November 12, 2009, 12:02:12 PM
LOL! That's awesome. :)

...but don't you know you should never beam down in a red shirt... :o  ;D
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Post by: escherblacksmith on November 13, 2009, 08:00:23 AM
Quote from: VIII on November 12, 2009, 11:51:42 AM
Into the Way-back machine to TRF!
Set phasers to DRINK!
(http://gbparts.danawheels.net/graphics/sylac/landcrewfrnt.jpg)

ya know what is kinda sad?  The first thing I thought was are those phasers period for the uniforms?

*sigh*
I like to think of myself as a continuity geek . . .
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Post by: arbcoind on November 13, 2009, 08:08:32 AM
(http://i203.photobucket.com/albums/aa108/Gina3102/PT-20081025-003.jpg)

My fairware.

Gina
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Post by: sandmanvw on November 13, 2009, 09:54:12 AM
Here is my new fantasy fairwear Monty Python The Knight's that say "NI"
The helmet is all sheet metal with hammered solid rivets a little heavy. 
Still looking for some nice reindeer alters.  Also using drywall stilts for the height. 
(http://i208.photobucket.com/albums/bb129/sandmanvwturbo/knighni.jpg)
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Post by: Adriana Rose on November 13, 2009, 12:07:26 PM
I love that idea! And the mistress Camo!

I already have a my little pony skirt!

For a good skirt I have found that queen sheets work out much better, I used the simplicity ren skirt pattern. Or the belly dancer circle skirt works well.
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Post by: Lady Rebecca on November 13, 2009, 03:30:50 PM
That's awesome. Is it not uncomfortable to walk around on stilts all day, though?
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Post by: sandmanvw on November 20, 2009, 07:52:46 AM
Thanks for the comments.
I wore the stilts on three different half days the only problem was that they would work there way lose and going down steep hills, it helps to have a some one to hold hands with :) My legs would feel weird after walk around for the day but not to sore.  My wife was surprised; she has not seen the movie, by the number of people who would say "NI" and stop and ask for pictures. . That more then made up for the little soreness of the legs.  It was a lot of fun.

The tunic is made from a white sheet that I used two packs of Ritt dye on.
Still looking for the reindeer antlers. I'm checking on some sika ones.
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Post by: Lady L on November 20, 2009, 07:16:24 PM
Does it have to be reindeer, as in caribou? If it can be white tail deer, I know of a source.
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Post by: mariab4 on November 21, 2009, 09:37:34 AM
Here I am as CAPT Bones, during Halloween Daze at PA Ren Faire.  Yes, that's me and I am still growing my left eyebrow back after taking the prosthetic off! 

(http://home.comcast.net/~bennettb4/pwpimages/IMG_0261.JPG)
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Post by: sandmanvw on November 21, 2009, 12:07:21 PM
Thank you for your offer on the whitetail alters but I got some sika deer sheds of craigslist yesterday. What do you think?  (http://i208.photobucket.com/albums/bb129/sandmanvwturbo/helm.jpg)
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Post by: Lady L on November 21, 2009, 11:10:37 PM
That looks amazing! Huzzah!
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Post by: Kate XXXXXX on November 22, 2009, 01:22:33 AM
Ni!   :D
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Post by: sandmanvw on November 22, 2009, 10:10:04 AM
Your Captain Bones is creepy.  Nice job
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Post by: VIII on March 01, 2010, 04:04:36 PM
Quote from: mariab4 on November 21, 2009, 09:37:34 AM
Here I am as CAPT Bones, during Halloween Daze at PA Ren Faire.  Yes, that's me and I am still growing my left eyebrow back after taking the prosthetic off! (http://home.comcast.net/~bennettb4/pwpimages/IMG_0261.JPG)
Been there before!  Now I slather vaseline over me eyebrows and on the edges o' me beard.
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Post by: bellalye on March 01, 2010, 05:00:18 PM
Well, I don't think it's fairewear, but I would put her squarely in the fantasy section!

Everyone, meet Chai!
(http://i225.photobucket.com/albums/dd296/bellalye/paulschai.jpg)
(Photo courtesy of photography on the run)

She's a winter spirit, and debuted this weekend at Sherwood Forest Faire.

toodles!
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Post by: Queen_of_Navarre on April 05, 2010, 09:10:01 AM
for the last Saturday of Sherwood I dug out the pieces of old belly dance costumes from my days at Belly Dance Treasures and put on elf ears for a pure fantasy look. It was cool and comfortable and was a hit with the kids. Yes, I know I am showing too much age for a fairy, but seems like even after a few thousand years they too would show a little wear and tear. * laugh *

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v218/firehillqueen/meSherwoodLast.jpg)
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Post by: Baroness de Vale on April 05, 2010, 01:18:42 PM
You look great! Love the outfit!
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Post by: Imestra on April 06, 2010, 04:39:37 PM
Quote from: Queen_of_Navarre on April 05, 2010, 09:10:01 AM
after a few thousand years they too would show a little wear and tear. * laugh *


AWESOME!! One of the High Ones!
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Post by: Queen_of_Navarre on April 11, 2010, 10:28:42 AM
LOL Love it, someone who knows the terms.. High One indeed! I do feel at least One Thousand Turns> LOL>
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Post by: Lady Renee Buchanan on April 11, 2010, 01:40:09 PM
Quote from: Queen_of_Navarre on April 05, 2010, 09:10:01 AM
for the last Saturday of Sherwood I dug out the pieces of old belly dance costumes from my days at Belly Dance Treasures and put on elf ears for a pure fantasy look. It was cool and comfortable and was a hit with the kids. Yes, I know I am showing too much age for a fairy, but seems like even after a few thousand years they too would show a little wear and tear. * laugh *

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v218/firehillqueen/meSherwoodLast.jpg)


Was that you in the patron's pictures of the new Renaissance Magazine?
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Post by: bellevivre on June 09, 2010, 09:09:44 PM
Here's the start to my new Faerie stuff- I'm beading the bodice (yes, it's a moresca) in a bunch of different colors in seed beads just to add shimmer and versatility. The fluffy bits are semi-detachable, so I will make extra sets depending on that day's colors, and then my wings need utter redoing because they are so broken i couldnt even wear them the day pictured...

Playing fae is awesome- so much more ventilation!

(http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a324/belle_vivre/MHKHFaerieCostume.jpg)
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Post by: DragonWing on June 10, 2010, 11:34:35 AM
Here I am in Dark Faerie ware

(http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj83/dragonwing1961/Spoutwood%20Fairie%20Fest/100_0893.jpg)
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Post by: Trillium on June 10, 2010, 05:56:13 PM
Bell, my fae outfit it made for the heat!!  Isn't wonderful being able to wear less/lighter clothes?!?!?

I am loving all fae love going around!! ;D
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Post by: Amyj on June 11, 2010, 10:17:27 AM
Here is our "Party Garb for the 2010 Season.  It was made as a joke and I didn't plan on wearing it more than once, but we got a TON of compliments on it (go figure)...
(http://i179.photobucket.com/albums/w288/Amyjrenphotos/Garb/DSCN6444.jpg)
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Post by: Marietta Graziella on June 11, 2010, 10:36:18 AM
Oh that's just too damn fun!   :D
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Post by: William of Armagh on June 22, 2010, 02:14:26 AM
....... a different look for me...as a woodland elf.....usually my persona is of a mercenary..........latex ears BTW   :)
(http://i822.photobucket.com/albums/zz147/adventure-art/adventure%20garb/00aelven.jpg)
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Post by: William of Armagh on June 23, 2010, 10:50:40 AM
......another woodland elf, 2 years ago---everything homemade.........(this bow was not) (http://i822.photobucket.com/albums/zz147/adventure-art/adventure%20garb/elfarcher4.jpg)
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Post by: William of Armagh on June 23, 2010, 11:08:06 AM
......this outfit was put together by my lady friend and I, our friend wanted an " eastern " fantasy look.
...... for travelling with her  " ambassador " mate :)
(http://i822.photobucket.com/albums/zz147/adventure-art/adventure%20garb/princess.jpg)
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Post by: Capt. Morgan on June 23, 2010, 03:57:44 PM
Quote from: VIII on November 12, 2009, 11:51:42 AM
Into the Way-back machine to TRF!
Set phasers to DRINK!
(http://gbparts.danawheels.net/graphics/sylac/landcrewfrnt.jpg)

I remember being at MDRF for "DOW" (Day of Wrong) and having a group of Trekkies walking around the Faire looking at others in Ren. Garb then touching their communicator buttons and saying "Computer...end program"...*snerk*
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Post by: RumbaRue on June 23, 2010, 04:43:17 PM
I did period correct....in another lifetime....

Here's a picture of my first fantasy pirate. People called it the 'birthday cake' outfit. LOL!

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y287/RumbaRue/All%20kinds%20of%20pictures/FantasyPirate.jpg)



Since I have to use a scooter to get around since I can't walk very much, there is no way I can present myself a historically correct and instead call myself, hysterically correct. When I park the scooter, it becomes a photo op! LOL!!!

(http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y287/RumbaRue/All%20kinds%20of%20pictures/RumbaRue3.jpg)
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Post by: gem on June 24, 2010, 01:18:22 PM
Rue, your garb is FABULOUS! Love the layer cake dress, but your rust bodice ensemble is my favorite.

I noticed that Costume College this year is presenting a lecture called "Work Around it! Ideas on how to indulge a love of costuming despite modern glasses, scooters, wheelchairs and other accoutrements."

http://www.costumecollege.org/CoCo_classes.html
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Post by: Tygrkat on June 24, 2010, 02:42:37 PM
When my mom was still with us, she had to use a portable oxygen tank (and didn't think twice about bringing it to Faire!). It was the sort that had a small dolly to wheel it around. We always talked about making a monk's cloak & hood to drape over the tank & dolly, so it looked like a wee monk was part of our party. We never got around to sewing one, but we always got a good chuckle at the idea  :) As she was a transplant recipient, she had to wear a face mask when she was in large, crowded areas, which she got around by wearing a veil with her garb  ;)
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Post by: Lady Renee Buchanan on July 12, 2010, 11:14:00 AM
I posted these in the Bristol Thread, but here is my new Moresca garb.  I call it "Frou Frou."  I think they mention that in their website.  I bought it in Texas at Rendezvous, with the help of wildthingjew and Miss Katie Scarlett, who saw me try on tons of garb, and when they saw this, they both said "that one!"

Anyway, it's nowhere near H/A, but I got more compliments yesterday on this garb than anything I own except for my noble garb from Lady Kathleen!  My friend Carol saw this fabric in Madison, WI and thought it would make a great chemise and bloomers, so she bought it for me as a gift, and my friend Jeanne sewed up the bloomers and chemise, using lace she had dyed for another project but which matched perfectly.

I bought the feather headpiece at Bristol yesterday.  You can't tell from the pictures too well, but the feather colors match almost exactly to the colors in the garb.  When my husband saw it, he called me a Feather brain, laughing as he paid for it, so it's all good!


I love my Moresca!!

(http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e109/LadyReneeBuchanan/FrouFrou.jpg)



(http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e109/LadyReneeBuchanan/Christmas2010.jpg)
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Post by: gem on July 12, 2010, 03:09:25 PM
Lady R, that is *adorable!*  And it's fun to see you in totally different colors than you usually wear, as well.
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Post by: Lady Renee Buchanan on July 13, 2010, 08:33:13 PM
Thank you, ladies.  I wear lots of blue in "real" life, but for some reason, most of my faire garb ends up in shades of green.  So I'm glad I saw this and tried it on.  Of course, now I'm a Moresca-holic and am starting to think about the next one (not gonna happen for a LONG time, though!).
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Post by: Lady Kathleen of Olmsted on July 14, 2010, 11:02:05 AM
Lady Renee! You and Steven look so wonderful!!!

I love that bag with the face on it!!! Some day.
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Post by: Queen Bonnie on July 15, 2010, 02:40:47 PM
 Great picture Lady Renee! You both look WONDERFUL!!! Welcome to the world of Moresca- holics! LOL.
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Post by: Lady Renee Buchanan on July 15, 2010, 07:39:12 PM
Quote from: Queen Bonnie on July 15, 2010, 02:40:47 PM
Great picture Lady Renee! You both look WONDERFUL!!! Welcome to the world of Moresca- holics! LOL.

Thank you.    ;D

Queen Bonnie, you, Athena, and Lady Nicolette were my inspiration!  I love all of your Morescas.
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Post by: Rowan MacD on July 16, 2010, 12:41:27 PM
Quote from: Lady Renee Buchanan on July 12, 2010, 11:14:00 AM
I posted these in the Bristol Thread, but here is my new Moresca garb.  I call it "Frou Frou."  I think they mention that in their website.  I bought it in Texas at Rendezvous, with the help of wildthingjew and Miss Katie Scarlett, who saw me try on tons of garb, and when they saw this, they both said "that one!"

I bought the feather headpiece at Bristol yesterday.  You can't tell from the pictures too well, but the feather colors match almost exactly to the colors in the garb.  When my husband saw it, he called me a Feather brain, laughing as he paid for it, so it's all good!

I love my Moresca!!

  You look wonderful, I love that outfit in the blue, and the feathers are perfect.
I've seen the Cleo (frou frou) outfit in person and the pictures on the Moresca site don't do it justice, it's just plain fairytale!  And no two are alike!

 I Love Moresca too-I'm in final negotiations (to the tune of about $420. goodbye bonus ;D) for a new outfittio for this season right now!

   Max 2 bodice in bluegreen center panel & vine brocade on the back and sides, a Brocade skirt (in the dark blue/green back ground with a tan vine pattern to match the bodice panels) and 1-Blue-green Falda underskirt.  Not remotely HA, but sort of a pseudo-tudor look.  
 I still need a lace edged blouse to finish it, and a visit to Fyne Hats by Felicity on my next faire run.

Unfortunatly you won't find the bodice pics on the site-This is a variation to an existing pattern.


    I have a Likely Lotus velveteen Massys dress in blue-32-34' waist that I have used exactly twice-cost me 220$  The dragging train makes it impractical for faire wear so I have only worn it to SCA 12th nights.  The upside is it's MACHINE WASHABLE.
I will probably sell it soon.   It takes up too much space.  
http://www.likelylotusblue.com/shopindex.html


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Post by: flidais on July 28, 2010, 08:42:59 PM
I am all about faire wear this year.  Big ruffly skirt...compleatly non H/A bodices....no cauls (eeeks)...my leather belt with all my favorite things hanging off it....crazy jewelry...whatever makes me happy.  I have been trying to find some sort of fantastical persona to go with it.  Maybe be some sort of wild child of the forest.  hmmmm

For the last few years I have been so obsessed with learning about and making H/A garb that I am soooo freakin' excited to just not care this year.  weeeeee!!!
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Post by: Trillium on July 29, 2010, 05:48:30 PM
perhaps you should finally let you elvin side out to play?  ;D
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Post by: eldatari on July 29, 2010, 08:41:04 PM
Quote from: Queen Bonnie on July 15, 2010, 02:40:47 PM
Great picture Lady Renee! You both look WONDERFUL!!! Welcome to the world of Moresca- holics! LOL.

I LOVE Moresca bodices!  They are the only ones that fit right and are comfortable.  I have tried on bodices at several other booths and they hurt my back.  I bought my first one at TRF last Thanksgiving weekend and am thinking about ordering 2 more.
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Post by: flidais on August 01, 2010, 07:00:34 PM
Quote from: Trillium on July 29, 2010, 05:48:30 PM
perhaps you should finally let you elvin side out to play?  ;D

;D
Trillium you just put a huge smile on my face.  My elven side hasn't been out for a really long time.  Thanks for remembering and reminding me how much I used to love that.
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Post by: Trillium on August 02, 2010, 07:27:57 PM
the story may have disappeared but the memories are still there!! ;D ;)
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Post by: Queen Bonnie on August 04, 2010, 05:54:41 PM
 AHHH! The Story and memories!
Wild child of the forest is a great character. Huzzah for our elven sides!
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Post by: flidais on August 04, 2010, 07:51:40 PM
Oh fond fond memories of the old stories.  awww!   :D
Found and cleaned up the ol' elf ears today.  The elf is getting ready to be released!!  hehehehe
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Post by: Queen Bonnie on August 07, 2010, 12:06:14 PM
 Release the Elf!!! Huzzah--- and the crowd goes wild! LOL!
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Post by: TheAlchemistsStar on August 07, 2010, 03:22:57 PM
I'm so glad to hear that Moresca has such a great reputation.  I've been coveting a Moresca bodice for about a year but wanted to wait until Faire started to get a fitting in person.  I'm very tall and have a long torso so I've only ever worn Damsel in this Dress corsets.  I love DitD but I want to try out Moresca since they'll be at MDRF and I'll be able to try out a few different styles in one visit.  I'm leaning towards the Max 2 and Mega and I love their new Gitana skirt.  It's not H/A at all but it all looks so cool!  Now, I'm just wondering how much money I should set aside for a complete look...
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Post by: Lady Renee Buchanan on August 07, 2010, 09:08:34 PM
Quote from: TheAlchemistsStar on August 07, 2010, 03:22:57 PM
I'm so glad to hear that Moresca has such a great reputation.  I've been coveting a Moresca bodice for about a year but wanted to wait until Faire started to get a fitting in person.  I'm very tall and have a long torso so I've only ever worn Damsel in this Dress corsets.  I love DitD but I want to try out Moresca since they'll be at MDRF and I'll be able to try out a few different styles in one visit.  I'm leaning towards the Max 2 and Mega and I love their new Gitana skirt.  It's not H/A at all but it all looks so cool!  Now, I'm just wondering how much money I should set aside for a complete look...

between $300 to $500, depending on what you finally decide and how much you want to accessorize.  Worth every penny!  It's probably a good thing they don't come to any faires close to me.  ;D
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Post by: Lady Neysa on August 08, 2010, 10:41:51 AM
Quote from: Rowen MacD on July 16, 2010, 12:41:27 PM
 You look wonderful, I love that outfit in the blue, and the feathers are perfect.
I've seen the Cleo (frou frou) outfit in person and the pictures on the Moresca site don't do it justice, it's just plain fairytale!  And no two are alike!

You do look wonderful Lady Renee! 
We at MD are lucky to have Moresca!  You're right Rowen MacD, pictures don't do this outfit justice. It is stunning in person.  I think you all have convinced me, whenever I do get to buy a new bodice, I think I'll have to go with Moresca, so I can actually try them on. 
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Post by: Lady Renee Buchanan on August 08, 2010, 12:06:12 PM
Quote from: Lady Neysa on August 08, 2010, 10:41:51 AM
Quote from: Rowen MacD on July 16, 2010, 12:41:27 PM
 You look wonderful, I love that outfit in the blue, and the feathers are perfect.
I've seen the Cleo (frou frou) outfit in person and the pictures on the Moresca site don't do it justice, it's just plain fairytale!  And no two are alike!

You do look wonderful Lady Renee! 
We at MD are lucky to have Moresca!  You're right Rowen MacD, pictures don't do this outfit justice. It is stunning in person.  I think you all have convinced me, whenever I do get to buy a new bodice, I think I'll have to go with Moresca, so I can actually try them on. 

Their customer service was excellent.  I feel that the salespeople they hire know that a patron will drop big bucks on their garb, so they don't rush to get you over and done with and get on to the next customer.  The saleslady that helped me was very patient, brought me loads of different things to try on, made some great suggestions, and really worked with me to find exactly what I wanted.  Other salespeople, on passing by, made comments and suggestions, and I felt it was all done to make me happy, not so they could sell something and then sell someone else something.  And it was funny, I bought something totally different than what I went in for (Max 2 bodice), but I found something I fell in love with.

And from all the good reactions that we've seen here and how everyone recommends them, I think their salesmanship and service is fantastic.  After all, we are great advertisements for them by wearing their garb, and I found they worked very hard to find me something I am proud to wear.

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Post by: Welsh Wench on August 08, 2010, 12:32:50 PM
I am seriously considering the pirate bodice from Moresca but alas, they do not do the faires I am at.

How is the fit for someone who is small through the shoulders, small in the waist but has an abundance of...hello!
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Anna Iram on August 08, 2010, 12:53:52 PM
WW, they are wonderfully adjustable as they have front and back lacings, but I'd be sure to check the length of the bodice (under arm to waist) with them online before you order as it might possibly run long for you. Not sure, just a thought.
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Post by: eldatari on August 08, 2010, 01:45:33 PM
The shoulder straps sometimes have a habit of slipping down, but a friend told me a trick that she uses.  The shoulder straps tie on in the front and the back so what she does is cross them in the back and tie them on the other side.  I can't say myself how well this works as I have not tried it yet.

I too will attest to their wonderful service.  I bought my first max bodice last year at TRF.  When I went in and she was picking out a size for me I told her I was in the process of losing weight so I wanted something I could wear now but would still fit after I lost some weight.  She suggested a size and laced me up into one.  But upon getting it on it was just too tight and wasn't going to work.  I asked if I could try the next size up.  She was more than happy to lace me up a second time.  Some shops rush you through putting one on much less two!  I will say the one thing I was disappointed in was the selection in large.  They had an abundance of choices for small but less so in large.  This was a little later in the run of fair so it could have been that they started out with more and that was all that was left.

WW, their online customer service is terrific as well.  I am in the process of trying to decide on another max bodice.  They have been very patient about all of my questions about different swatches they have online.  We have been emailing back and forth.  They are very helpful.

I wonder if we can get a discount for all of our glowing recommendations?   ;D
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Marietta Graziella on August 08, 2010, 08:40:46 PM
I noticed that the shoulders seem wide... my straps are always slipping down which is why I never wear that *coughexpensivecough* bodice.
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Nighthawk on August 10, 2010, 08:21:04 PM
Fantasy/Non H/A fairewear...  just finished making this for my son:

(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash2/hs134.ash2/40039_1588054544983_1344395918_1548236_4915028_n.jpg)

(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs274.snc4/40039_1588054584984_1344395918_1548237_6066913_n.jpg)

(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs267.snc4/39689_1588054624985_1344395918_1548238_5310203_n.jpg)

Nowhere near historically accurate, but hey- it's cool!!
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Rowan MacD on August 10, 2010, 09:05:23 PM


Steampunks-prepare to drool.  This is soooo darn cute!
http://www.bytheswordinc.com/p-6824-clockwork-bra-39-200.aspx
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Rowan MacD on August 10, 2010, 09:09:41 PM
Quote from: Lady Renee Buchanan on August 07, 2010, 09:08:34 PM
Quote from: TheAlchemistsStar on August 07, 2010, 03:22:57 PM
I'm so glad to hear that Moresca has such a great reputation.  I've been coveting a Moresca bodice for about a year but wanted to wait until Faire started to get a fitting in person.  I'm very tall and have a long torso so I've only ever worn Damsel in this Dress corsets.  I love DitD but I want to try out Moresca since they'll be at MDRF and I'll be able to try out a few different styles in one visit.  I'm leaning towards the Max 2 and Mega and I love their new Gitana skirt.  It's not H/A at all but it all looks so cool!  Now, I'm just wondering how much money I should set aside for a complete look...

between $300 to $500, depending on what you finally decide and how much you want to accessorize.  Worth every penny!  It's probably a good thing they don't come to any faires close to me.  ;D

I think Moresca is VERY well suited to long-waisted ladies.  My hubby is a big concerned over the way the bodice pushes the girls up, but the flat, elizabethan stomacher styling does that.

My final bill is 489 with shipping, and I got it a couple weeks ago.  I have a Max 2, blue Falda skirt and a brocade skirt that matches the bodice. Oh, and I HAD to get a lace blouse.  The neckline on that blouse is gorgeous, people.  Its not elastic, but has these adorable gathers,you gotta see it.  *squee*
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Rowan MacD on August 10, 2010, 09:16:30 PM
Quote from: Welsh Wench on August 08, 2010, 12:32:50 PM
I am seriously considering the pirate bodice from Moresca but alas, they do not do the faires I am at.

How is the fit for someone who is small through the shoulders, small in the waist but has an abundance of...hello!

The Pirate bodice will make your ladies fluff nicely.  They have a ruffle on the shoulders to give width, and if you already have a small waist (I'm jealous) remember this bodice is famous for making you look 4" smaller than you are.   I'd do it.   Get a Molly skirt to go with.
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Post by: Welsh Wench on August 10, 2010, 09:18:28 PM
Thanks, Rowen,  because I am definitely not short-waisted.
I do have a problem with the small shoulders but I think I can cope with it and have a few ideas.

I have my eye on the skirt too.

Renee, as usual, you look great!
And I recognize your shoes..... ;D
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Post by: Lady Renee Buchanan on August 10, 2010, 09:23:46 PM
I am long waisted, too.  In Pendragon bodices, I have to purchase the "tall" version, then have a skirt band about 3 inches wide, to keep my chemise from showing between the bodice & the skirt.  But the Moresca fits me fine.  And it matches my shoes.   ;D

My dream shopping trip is to Moresca's main business address when they have one of their open houses.  It's a good thing it's in NY state, too far for a weekend road trip for me, but I can always dream.

P.S.  wildthingjew has a pirate bodice and she looks gorgeous in it.  Maybe she will post pictures of it.
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Welsh Wench on August 10, 2010, 09:33:59 PM
That's where I have the problem too, Renee. Getting them to meet. A bit long-waisted too.

And that is why God invented hip-huggers.
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: arbcoind on August 11, 2010, 07:52:13 AM
The clockwork bra and corset are TO DIE FOR!  Thanks for posting the link...I must resist.

Gina
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: DragonWing on August 12, 2010, 02:32:27 PM
 ;D  How about this for SteamPunk garb. Or travel.

http://www.coolthings.com/neverwas-haul-a-steampunk-victorian-era-house-on-wheels/
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Delireus on August 12, 2010, 02:43:26 PM
Quote from: Rowen MacD on August 10, 2010, 09:05:23 PM


Steampunks-prepare to drool.  This is soooo darn cute!
http://www.bytheswordinc.com/p-6824-clockwork-bra-39-200.aspx

That's it, I now know what I'm saving up for, thank ya! I love it.
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: bellevivre on August 12, 2010, 08:33:03 PM
RE: Morescas- i utterly ADORE my Pirate. (and faerie- they're built on a similar pattern) If you have an abundance as mentioned, the pirate will support, lift, but not SQUISH the way Pendragons will. and the line nips in the waist so well- I'm just addicted.

Anyway, wanted to show off the skirt I made today, and the embellishment I'm doing to my faerie Moresca.

(http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a324/belle_vivre/sariskirt.jpg)

(http://i14.photobucket.com/albums/a324/belle_vivre/sarifabricandbeadedmoresca.jpg)
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: LAVAGODDESSSS on August 30, 2010, 02:33:55 AM
Maybe I'm odd, but I like the non H/A stuff a thousand times better.

I worked really hard on getting what made ME feel beautiful and still celebrate times gone by, and I hadn't even known there was such thing as to tell someone thy weren't accurate. Honestly. I had always gotten compliments so I was happy! The last time at the fair, I did get a few "That isn't accurate." Multiple times. I was shocked and beside myself the first one.

They were so insistant that I tell them who made my items so they could tell them what to change - at this point I was really ticked!  I told them I had two friends to introduce them to in response to their poor choice in wording - one on each hand. Ugh, dont' yell at me for saying that, I realize I was rude right back. I has a temper. I didn't actually do it, I said it; I have a tad bit o'manners when I'm wearing a dress.  lol. I'm cranky when someone is rude (and that is rude, not helpful!)

Unsolicited advice is always rude. Unless it is a "Your chesties are out, completely" or "Your shoe is untied."

That is the only two things allowed to be said in reference to garb worn...oh or "your barnacles are out" (for the boys). OR if someone is obviously having an issue and needs a pin or a lacing.




If I wanna wear a birdcage veil and feathers on my head, I'm gonna!

:)

Thanks to everyone for sharing, you allgave great ideas. I'll post after this weekend my garb for this year.

Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Kate XXXXXX on September 05, 2010, 07:34:13 AM
I LOVE  that steampunk house!  I want to spend my next holiday in it!

I love the skirt and the embellishments going on here.

And fantasy is good.
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: TheAlchemistsStar on September 05, 2010, 11:16:16 AM
So, I finally built up the courage and tried on a Max 2 at Moresca yesterday.  I must say, it is a  gorgeous black and green brocade (and it figures I would love the really expensive one best)!  I'm going back to MDRF tomorrow with a good friend to finish picking out everything.  Someone once suggested (not sure if it was here) going to faire in danes and heading straight to Moresca after opening to let them dress you.  I plan to do that.  Whoot! 
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Post by: Aniroaldawen on September 09, 2010, 10:39:13 PM
I just got my first bodice (which I absolutely LOVE--I have a grey Irish dress, but now I don't think it's gonna get much wear this faire season!!) from Ophelia's at KCRF this past weekend. Here's a shot of me in my fairewear! (Flower garland, blue, all kinds of doodads/pins on the bodice already, I think it counts as fairewear, doesn't it? ;-D) I'm the one in the middle who's *not* a faerie. ;-)

http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=7356452&l=0fc2654dbb&id=681825459
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Post by: Lady Renee Buchanan on September 10, 2010, 06:57:09 AM
Quote from: TheAlchemistsStar on September 05, 2010, 11:16:16 AM
So, I finally built up the courage and tried on a Max 2 at Moresca yesterday.  I must say, it is a  gorgeous black and green brocade (and it figures I would love the really expensive one best)!  I'm going back to MDRF tomorrow with a good friend to finish picking out everything.  Someone once suggested (not sure if it was here) going to faire in danes and heading straight to Moresca after opening to let them dress you.  I plan to do that.  Whoot! 

I love my Moresca "frou frou" and am so glad I bought it.  I also love the Fairy bodice, but my husband didn't like it.  This weekend at Bristol, I saw a woman wearing one, not too usual, since Moresca hasn't sold at faire for several years now, and I've found that most people wear garb from the vendors at faire, unless they order online.

Anyway, I drooled over it again, and decided that the next time I am at a faire that sells them, I want one.  After all, I'm the one who has to wear it, not Steve!   And after that, a Max 2.  When I win the lottery.
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: gem on September 10, 2010, 10:56:10 AM
(http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs660.snc4/60004_478910165459_681825459_7356452_6820522_n.jpg)

So cute! Love the apron and those red shoes especially!  I'll keep my eye out for you this weekend.
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Post by: gypsylakat on September 15, 2010, 01:43:49 AM
(http://lh5.ggpht.com/_rMas7kU2cH0/TI_kkK79kmI/AAAAAAAAFag/ZuhSPwEtIQk/s400/IMG_0124.JPG) (http://lh5.ggpht.com/_rMas7kU2cH0/TI_klOIR2iI/AAAAAAAAFas/5tj42diDo5E/s400/IMG_0129.JPG)

My new damn it's too hot out garb... of course it's going to be be a very mild season this year... -_- can't decide if I want to add skirt hikes or not... my bff has the same dress in a different color (but of course she's my twiggy vegetarian friend so she wears it COMPELTELY different) really wants me to add hikes... she's got the legs for it :)
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: robert of armstrong on September 15, 2010, 07:35:56 AM
Quote from: Rowen MacD on August 10, 2010, 09:05:23 PM


Steampunks-prepare to drool.  This is soooo darn cute!
http://www.bytheswordinc.com/p-6824-clockwork-bra-39-200.aspx

Although not into Steampunk myself, I having a couple lady friends that are, and that bra is awesome!!  THey would love it!!  But, did you notice that it was just the bra that was $179?  The corset that she is wearing in the picture with the bra is not included, but can be had for an additional $449.  Dirty pool, I thought the whole ensemble was $179.
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: LadyShadow on September 15, 2010, 09:27:53 AM
Nice job Gypsylakat.  Did you use a pattern?  I also love the fabric you choose.
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: gypsylakat on September 15, 2010, 11:21:49 AM
Purchased... BFF wanted me to have the SAME one... later Halloween plans await.
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Rowan MacD on September 15, 2010, 11:47:51 AM
Quote from: robert of armstrong on September 15, 2010, 07:35:56 AM
Quote from: Rowen MacD on August 10, 2010, 09:05:23 PM


Steampunks-prepare to drool.  This is soooo darn cute!
http://www.bytheswordinc.com/p-6824-clockwork-bra-39-200.aspx

Although not into Steampunk myself, I having a couple lady friends that are, and that bra is awesome!!  THey would love it!!  But, did you notice that it was just the bra that was $179?  The corset that she is wearing in the picture with the bra is not included, but can be had for an additional $449.  Dirty pool, I thought the whole ensemble was $179.
Yeah I noticed, and they don't have any pics with just the bra :-\
They do make it clear the corset is separate, though I think the bra looks odd without it. 
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Lady Christina de Pond on September 15, 2010, 01:35:09 PM
Quote from: Rowen MacD on September 15, 2010, 11:47:51 AM
Quote from: robert of armstrong on September 15, 2010, 07:35:56 AM
Quote from: Rowen MacD on August 10, 2010, 09:05:23 PM


Steampunks-prepare to drool.  This is soooo darn cute!
http://www.bytheswordinc.com/p-6824-clockwork-bra-39-200.aspx

Although not into Steampunk myself, I having a couple lady friends that are, and that bra is awesome!!  THey would love it!!  But, did you notice that it was just the bra that was $179?  The corset that she is wearing in the picture with the bra is not included, but can be had for an additional $449.  Dirty pool, I thought the whole ensemble was $179.
Yeah I noticed, and they don't have any pics with just the bra :-\
They do make it clear the corset is separate, though I think the bra looks odd without it. 

i agree i think it looks nice together but seperate yeaa no. that riddiculas that they whole thing cost 628 big ones i would considered it for 179 for the whole thing i like it but not for 628
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: insidiousraven on September 17, 2010, 05:55:07 PM
Here is my boyfriend's new "Huntsman" (Ahem.. Robin Hood) costume.  


(http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4151/4999326215_9085deae41.jpg)
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: gem on September 17, 2010, 10:49:41 PM
Raven, that is looking SHARP!!
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: arjedrine on November 02, 2010, 07:52:31 AM
Quote from: Tygrkat on June 24, 2010, 02:42:37 PM
When my mom was still with us, she had to use a portable oxygen tank (and didn't think twice about bringing it to Faire!). It was the sort that had a small dolly to wheel it around. We always talked about making a monk's cloak & hood to drape over the tank & dolly, so it looked like a wee monk was part of our party. We never got around to sewing one, but we always got a good chuckle at the idea  :) As she was a transplant recipient, she had to wear a face mask when she was in large, crowded areas, which she got around by wearing a veil with her garb  ;)

Hi, nowadays there is already portable oxygen where you can bring anywhere you want just in case of some emergencies. I am also sick of bringing portable oxygen which is heavy and hurdle to my appointments. But now, I am just glad that they were discovered.
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: gem on August 23, 2011, 06:04:35 AM
Bump!
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: TheAlchemistsStar on August 23, 2011, 10:47:39 AM
Glad to see this thread again.  Thanks to the ebay app on my Android, I spent the past year snagging several Moresca bodices on the cheap.  I now am the proud owner of 2 Khadijas, a Max, a Mega, an Iron Scroll skirt, a Gitana, and 2 Faldas.  I also got a Faerie bodice with shimmer blouse and bloomers for my daughter.  I'm looking forward to the start of MDRF this Saturday, where I will in all likelihood buy more Moresca items to complete my wardrobe. 

On the fantasy side of the house, I'm working on a new steampunk look.  I've lost a significant amount of weight over the past few months so almost all of my Damsel in this Dress bodices no longer fit.  I don't have time to send them off to be taken in right now, unfortunately.  Instead, I'm creating a steampunk bellydance look.  I've been an airship pirate for the past year so now it's time to try something new.  I think the Brute Force Leather steampunk bra will be the perfect item to pull everything together. 
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: LAVAGODDESSSS on August 23, 2011, 12:32:25 PM
Alcehmists,

Isn't Damsel great? she takes things in for free when us gals lose weight. It's amazing, the turn around is pretty quick, actually. I always buy mine from her a BIT snug, because I like the gap anyways. Congrats on the weight loss!
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: LAVAGODDESSSS on August 23, 2011, 02:02:06 PM

Thank you for this thread, it celebrates the whole essence of faire - love for fashion of old and celebration of our achievements.

One thing I'm glad isn't H/A is this: bathing ;)
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: TheAlchemistsStar on August 24, 2011, 06:13:59 AM
Quote from: LAVAGODDESSSS on August 23, 2011, 12:32:25 PM
Alcehmists,

Isn't Damsel great? she takes things in for free when us gals lose weight. It's amazing, the turn around is pretty quick, actually. I always buy mine from her a BIT snug, because I like the gap anyways. Congrats on the weight loss!

I do love Michelle for so many reasons.  I wasn't sure how long the wait would be since she's still in festival mode but at the same time, I don't want them taken in until I lose a bit more weight (don't want to have them taken in twice).  That being said, I have 18 DitD corsets from collecting so many years, so the vast majority of my garb closet is no longer available to me. 
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: LAVAGODDESSSS on August 24, 2011, 08:51:47 PM
Quote from: TheAlchemistsStar on August 24, 2011, 06:13:59 AM
Quote from: LAVAGODDESSSS on August 23, 2011, 12:32:25 PM
Alcehmists,

Isn't Damsel great? she takes things in for free when us gals lose weight. It's amazing, the turn around is pretty quick, actually. I always buy mine from her a BIT snug, because I like the gap anyways. Congrats on the weight loss!

I do love Michelle for so many reasons.  I wasn't sure how long the wait would be since she's still in festival mode but at the same time, I don't want them taken in until I lose a bit more weight (don't want to have them taken in twice).  That being said, I have 18 DitD corsets from collecting so many years, so the vast majority of my garb closet is no longer available to me. 

I'd ask her, last time I sent in a corset to be made smaller it was two quick "zips" (as in through her sewing machine) and I had it back within a week. I sent her extra money for postage and I bet you could do the same, and tell her which can wait and which cannot. I actually sent her a pre-printed 'postage' slip for those boxes they've been advertising, the small, medium, large, etc. The Medium fit most of them and it's what she ships in too.

:D
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Post by: gypsylakat on August 27, 2012, 01:50:13 PM
(http://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/s720x720/318331_2328971995800_274555872_n.jpg)

the "it's too damn hot out" outfit got updated ~halloween
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: Toua Taru on September 01, 2012, 08:38:04 PM
Huzzah for non-period garb! Everyone has looked great. Here's one of my garbs from 2007, I went as a Celtic fox demon.
(http://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/188_506429279799_2495_n.jpg)

2012, I stepped it up a notch and this is probably the closest I'll ever get to "period, H/A"-wear. My Irish dress:
(http://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/s720x720/282387_10100180517503569_390584539_n.jpg)

2013, I'll be getting back to my fox roots and I'll be sure to post my creation come October.
Title: Re: I think we need a little non-period, non-H/A, fantasy/fairwear love!
Post by: gem on March 01, 2013, 04:41:58 PM
It's time for a reprise of this thread! Bumping for new members Gryffin Song and Mirth, and anyone else who loves Fairwear.
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Post by: GryffinSong on March 01, 2013, 05:15:10 PM
YAY!!! Thanks ... off to look at ten pages of wonderful FUN!!!  ;D
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Post by: Lady Renee Buchanan on March 02, 2013, 08:19:34 AM
Here is the person who makes H/A aficionados shudder!

I love bright colors, bells, and flowers.  My friend made the skirt for me out of a sundress I bought at Goodwill and she cut the top off to make the skirt.  The bodice is one of the cheapie ones I bought to wear in unbearably hot weather.  I bought a belt at Walmart and hung streamers of different colored ribbons all different lengths on it.  At the bottom of the ribbons are small bells.  I put large bells on the bottom of the skirt in the black section.  I am wearing a chain of ankle bells.  My basket was purchased from Goodwill, and I bought a few of the 99 cents artificial flower stems from Walmart and hot glued the flowers around the basket.  To top it all, I am wearing a blue cap that has a pin on it.  It is a wide smiling red mouth showing all of the teeth, and one tooth has a diamond on it!  This is the symbol of Jane the Phoole at Bristol.  She is a friend of ours throughout our many years of meeting her at Bristol and other faires, and she gave Steve and I one of her favors.  If I don't wear the blue hat, I have a big straw hat that I hot glued the same flowers from the basket.  You can see me and hear me coming!

Whether it is or isn't appropriate for faire doesn't bother me a bit.  In my 33 years of attending faire, not one person has commented negatively - that I could hear - about my garb.  And if they did, I'd tell them to stuff it.  I call my garb "hysterically inaccurate" and wear what I love.

(http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e109/LadyReneeBuchanan/DSCN0961_zps6d76ed1c.jpg)
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Post by: Lady Kathleen of Olmsted on March 02, 2013, 09:04:12 AM


Wear what you love to! Have fun!

There are times even when I am dressed H/A, someone will come up to me and tell me I "got" something wrong! My response to them is "Oh REALLY?" They walk away in shame.
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Post by: GryffinSong on March 02, 2013, 11:25:53 AM
I love it!!! Accurate or not, I immediately see you dancing across the Alps of Switzerland, singing a merry tune!!!  ;D  Julie Andrews singing "The Hills Are Alive ..." springs to mind. :)
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Post by: RowenD on March 02, 2013, 07:27:33 PM
 I love bright colors too Lady R!
I am toying with making a Motley garb set.  I've been looking for inspirations...
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Post by: Mink on March 03, 2013, 03:35:37 PM
Love this thread! I'd like to see some more belly dancer or gypsy-type stuff though; looks like some of the older pictures got deleted over the years.

But I'm loving the colors! And the crazy outfits! <3

The celtic fox reminded me that I actually bought a fox tail last year. But after I got it home my dog and cats went *crazy*. I'm wondering if I accidentally bought a real fox tail?...I assumed they were fake...  :-\

And Lady Renee, I'm going to have to steal your "Hysterically Inaccurate" term. Hahaha
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Post by: Toua Taru on March 03, 2013, 04:20:26 PM
It most likely a feal fox tail if you got it from faire. I have mine stashed high up in the closet because my cat recently found mine - found him dragging it across the house and was able to get it away before there was any damage.

I agree, Lady Renee, I like the term 'Hysterically Inaccurate"
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Post by: Mink on March 03, 2013, 05:05:30 PM
Quote from: Toua Taru on March 03, 2013, 04:20:26 PM
It most likely a feal fox tail if you got it from faire. I have mine stashed high up in the closet because my cat recently found mine - found him dragging it across the house and was able to get it away before there was any damage.

I agree, Lady Renee, I like the term 'Hysterically Inaccurate"

Well, shoot. Hopefully they died of natural causes?... Not like I'm a member of PETA or anything, but still. I thought it was fake. I love foxes. :(
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Post by: Toua Taru on March 03, 2013, 07:28:33 PM
Mink - I would hope so too. I also adore foxes. I don't think there's really a way to know unless you asked the merchants. I know when I buy online I look for sellers that specifically say the animals died in a natural or humane manner. Try not to fret otherwise  :)
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Post by: LadyAsh on March 03, 2013, 08:00:02 PM
Here's my historically inaccurate garb! :D

(https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/23909_10151259577454976_1476300595_n.jpg)
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Post by: GryffinSong on March 03, 2013, 11:05:33 PM
LadyAsh, I love it!!!  ;D
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Post by: Raelyn Fey on March 19, 2013, 05:11:29 PM
Here's my inaccurate costume! It was very last minute for my first faire ever last year. I had a blast.

(https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash4/400974_10151151186074291_1932809522_n.jpg)
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Post by: GryffinSong on March 19, 2013, 05:29:12 PM
That's wonderful! Very colorful and flattering. :)
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Post by: Raelyn Fey on March 19, 2013, 09:50:08 PM
Thank you! EBay was my friend with the shirt and cinch belt. The skirt and pouch were made in a day, and the belt was from the men's section at Wal-Mart. My first faire was wonderful, and I'm dying to return this year. Why must September be so far away?  :'(
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Post by: Oswyn Fenecote on March 21, 2013, 02:35:44 PM
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s636/SandsofTimeClothier/tree_zpsdd98fc81.png)
this is my tree (you can walk in it and the mouth movs like a puppet)

(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s636/SandsofTimeClothier/VictorianBack_zps6089fbd6.jpg)
(http://i1309.photobucket.com/albums/s636/SandsofTimeClothier/VictorianFront_zpsebd820cb.jpg)
and a victorian-inspired walking dresssssss (worn by my bestie)

This needed a bump. :D
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Post by: scarletnyx on March 21, 2013, 03:16:34 PM
Quote from: Oswyn Fenecote on March 21, 2013, 02:35:44 PM
...
and a victorian-inspired walking dresssssss (worn by my bestie)

...

The dress and model make me think of a Victorian-period female serial killer horror movie. The model is hauntingly pale and beautiful and there is just something about that dress... Beautiful!
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Post by: Alaric on April 01, 2013, 07:25:16 PM
Did someone say Non HA ?

The Mrs in her Red/Green iridescent getup

(http://nulnhighwayboys.com/images/t.jpg)
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Post by: gypsylakat on September 04, 2014, 01:10:21 PM
Just wanted to bump this up because I love this thread and want MORE PICTURES!

(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xpa1/v/t1.0-9/10649949_10152170147505771_5534151890821930757_n.jpg?oh=b898385890f197eda469a8765c4e3794&oe=547C593E&__gda__=1417770280_487d307cacc8e26a6899a17bf5c007ac)
Here's a bigger shot of my profile picture.. a new skirt is getting made this week, still staring at some green linen and deciding if I'm doing Gored, Gathered or some other method. Just super unhappy with the orange skirt, I didn't get the fullness right at all. Next week is a new chemise.
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Post by: gem on September 04, 2014, 04:36:53 PM
Kat, HOW FUNNY! I was literally coming onto the board (right now) *especially* to bump this thread! Great minds...  ;D

You look so cute in your garb, and I happen to kind of love your little chemise! (I have funky blue glasses, too, but I don't wear them at fair. One photo of me-as-a-Valkyrie (http://pic100.picturetrail.com/VOL417/1033223/24528966/409224064.jpg) at a con in my glasses... can't do it!)

I am thinking of investing in some more fairwear--a really over-the-top ensemble. I don't feel like I pull it off as well as my more historical garb, but Milord really likes it and thinks it's more fun. We'll see what happens.

Here's a shot he liked from the weekend.

(http://pic100.picturetrail.com/VOL417/1033223/24528966/409987982.jpg)

That corset is too big for me, since I've lost 20 lbs, but I still like it.
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Post by: gypsylakat on September 05, 2014, 08:15:55 AM
haha- I have to wear the glasses, I only have 3 contacts left from the trial I got from the eye doctor- I'm hoarding them.

The little chemise is a little discolored- I've had it since the 9th grade and college students aren't very careful about separating whites from denim... at least I'm not. It's a little blue.

SPEAKING of blue- Gem, in the first post on this thread you have a blue skirt (with the reversible bodice), how was that constructed? I'm trying to get a visual gaze on the difference between gathering, cartridge pleating, and gores as the skirts are on actual people.

Edit: I still want to know about the blue skirt, but I did find this on Centuries Sewing for anyone else curious
"Various types of pleating"
http://centuries-sewing.com/research-and-tutorials/various-types-of-pleating/ (http://centuries-sewing.com/research-and-tutorials/various-types-of-pleating/)
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Post by: Rowan MacD on September 05, 2014, 10:52:12 AM
gypsy-Perhaps this would work: I got this from the IWG forum years ago.  It's actually a quick way to get a full skirt out of a length of cloth with little to no waste.
  I used this to make extra skirts for layering with wench wear.
  Take a length of cloth and cut it into sections like this:

______________________
   \          /    \           /    \
     \       /       \       /        \
___\    /_____\    /______\

Make the narrow end of the triangle about 12" and the bottom approx 36" (Or you can substitute any dimensions-as long as the 'base' of the triangle is 3X the width of the top).
  Flip the 'upside down' triangles so the narrow ends are all pointed up and sew the pieces together.  You should end up with a reasonable facsimile of a gored type circle skirt.   The narrow ends can be gathered in to a waist band and the wide ends are hemmed.   The length of the skirt will depend on the width of the fabric you started with.
  Use the 'extra' 1/2 gores you have left from the beginning and end of the cloth and sew them together along the flat sides, leaving the top of the seam open 6" or so. this will be the back/waistband opening.
   Gather top of skirt into a waist band to fit you and sew it on.  add lacing holes or hooks.  Hem.
You can also just fold over the waist of the skirt and run a drawstring through it.
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Post by: gypsylakat on September 05, 2014, 12:20:00 PM
Thanks, I've made two gored skirts previously, one was with a pattern back in middle school for a costume.. well my aunt made that one and I helped- it's how I know sort of how to sew!
I made another one recently but didn't get it full enough (some math error somewhere probably since I didn't use a pattern) and I'm not a fan of how easily bunched the cotton I chose was it just didn't drape well, but good enough for a mockup to see what to do differently next time since it was super on sale.

So I bought some linen I'm excited about and am making a new improved more drapy skirt NOW WITH ADDED FULLNESS. Just trying to decide what I'm doing at the top of the skirt :)
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Post by: gem on September 05, 2014, 12:49:00 PM
QuoteSPEAKING of blue- Gem, in the first post on this thread you have a blue skirt (with the reversible bodice), how was that constructed? I'm trying to get a visual gaze on the difference between gathering, cartridge pleating, and gores as the skirts are on actual people.

I can do you one better! I can show you what all those different versions look like ON ME!  ;D (To be fair, there is a weight span of about 20lbs depicted here, but hopefully you'll still be able to get a good idea!) Also, to add one more thing into the mix--the green skirt in the picture I posted yesterday is a circle skirt (as is the skirt in my Valkyrie shot (http://elizabethcbunce.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/predators.jpg?w=720&h=1016)). The green is a half circle; the Valkyrie is a full circle. Circle skirts give you maximum volume at the hem and minimum at the waist/hips, plus a spectacular swoosh and drape. You don't really see a lot of them in Renwear, though, maybe because they are yardage hogs (you need a lot of fabric to get a full-length skirt on an adult).

1.) GORES
That blue skirt is the underskirt from Simplicity 7756 (now OOP). Here is the line drawing, if it helps at all (the skirt marked A/B):

(http://images.patternreview.com/sewing/patterns/simplicity/7756/7756fb.GIF)

Like Rowan's diagram, it's three BIG gores. You cut them on the fold so when you cut them they look like semi-narrow triangles, but when you fold them out the gore is only slight. Does that make sense? So there is somewhat more fabric at the hem than the waist, but you still have to gather the top quite a bit into the (elastic) waistband. I also used that same skirt pattern for my purple kirtle (http://elizabethcbunce.wordpress.com/historical-costuming/purple-damask-kirtle/), but cartridge pleated it and stiffened the hem. And here's another version, this time worn over hoops (http://pic100.picturetrail.com/VOL417/1033223/22511199/373963735.jpg).

2.) Gathered yardage
Here is another skirt with different construction (I didn't make this one, it's from Venefica Corsetry on etsy). This one is (the best I can tell) just two rectangular panels and a drawstring. When I first got it, I was skeptical about the lack of reduction/compression at the waistline, but I really do like the fullness of it (although a drawstring is not the most comfortable waist treatment!):

(http://elizabethcbunce.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/back-country-middles.jpg?w=500)
(I'm actually wearing bloomers under it in this shot, which also adds a little fullness.)

3.) Cartridge pleating
Here are two skirts that are simply 5 yards of linen cartridge pleated to a waistband:

(Sorry my arm is in front of my waist!)
(http://pic50.picturetrail.com/VOL417/1033223/23241773/394147242.jpg)

And...click here and scroll down (past the blue skirt, to the black one. Pix show up sideways when I post them here!): http://elizabethcbunce.wordpress.com/historical-costuming/16th-century-middles/ (http://elizabethcbunce.wordpress.com/historical-costuming/16th-century-middles/) 

Here's a closeup that shows the waistline really well: http://elizabethcbunce.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/black-bodice-closeup-e1378815920138.jpg?w=750&h=981 (http://elizabethcbunce.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/black-bodice-closeup-e1378815920138.jpg?w=750&h=981)

And for comparison, this gown (http://elizabethcbunce.files.wordpress.com/2012/09/coral-with-guards-e1348527097586.jpg?w=500) has ~four yards of linen cartridge pleated to the bodice.

HTH!!

As you can see, I'm sort of all over the place when it comes to my skirts. The only thing I don't currently have is a knife-pleated one! For my fairwear, I really like the, um, simplicity of the Simplicity version--elastic waists are easy to wear and forgiving of size fluctuations. I hem them longer so I can wear them over hoops (although that photo is the only time I've ever done so! Ha!), but hike them up under my bust so my bodice holds them in place, and there's no gapping at the waist. That pattern is, unfortunately, out of print now, but most of the Renwear costumes from the Big 4 (Simplicity, McCalls, Butterick) are pretty much the same.

Have fun!!
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Post by: gypsylakat on September 05, 2014, 01:55:12 PM
That was SO FREAKING HELPFUL, plus I spent like 20 minutes thumbing through your wordpress and decided I really need a linen working class dress or a kirtle, one of the two, merely for the fact that I adore the way the gathers join up with the bodice.

I think I definitely want to try out cartridge pleating, I really like the extra folds in the volume of the skirt pleating seems to encourage. I also think waistband is the way to go- I want to use some sort of attachment, either hooks/eyes or ties to keep stuff from slipping down onto my hips (another reason the idea of the working class dress is so attractive)
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Post by: Chelsy on September 06, 2014, 11:47:08 AM
(https://fbcdn-sphotos-d-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-xfp1/v/t1.0-9/10246238_10152518120076756_8569579868697891101_n.jpg?oh=861c4d0889ab1333e9544220cac33500&oe=549CB20F&__gda__=1419180906_a047a743b0887f56bc2606bdee87d36f)

All I have is fairwear! I work in a colonial museum every day, so I don't really mind getting away from HA for a while. Plus, I'm poor, so I don't have anything custom-made. I love what I wear, though!

And don't even get me started on the husband's get-up... :P
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Post by: Lady Renee Buchanan on September 07, 2014, 06:42:23 PM
So.........   here is some of our hysterically inaccurate faire wear.

A couple of Bristol shots on our 35th anniversary.

(http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e109/LadyReneeBuchanan/steveandrenee1_zpsfd2395c5.jpg)


(http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e109/LadyReneeBuchanan/renee_zpse14784c1.jpg)

The MN Renaissance Festival over Labor Day weekend.  I was a tree fairy/sprite/whatever, and Steve was a wizard.  We had a ball in our "costumes," definitely the first time we didn't wear "garb."

(http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e109/LadyReneeBuchanan/DSCN1595_zpsec464c61.jpg)


(http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e109/LadyReneeBuchanan/DSCN1599_zps6c8d2ffa.jpg)

Steve made the cape thing I'm wearing.  Glued to it is all kinds of dried/silk flowers and shrubs.  We both did all the decorations for these.  Including 5 nights of over 300 pieces of bling glued onto my chemise one by one.
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Post by: gypsylakat on September 08, 2014, 11:06:31 AM
Love it Lady Renee!
I love those short bodices but I've been asked more than once at Faire if I was pregnant so I try to stear clear of empire waisted stuff now. Not that I care a ton but it definitely made me question my fashion choices. You pull it off so well though!
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Post by: Lady Renee Buchanan on September 08, 2014, 04:45:59 PM
At my age,people know better than to ask me if I'm pregnant, lol.  This is my "I'm so hot and it's so muggy, I can't stand it" garb.

I have met First Aid in almost every warm weather faire I've been to, and I prefer to be comfortable anymore.  Not on cast, so I wear what I like. 
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Post by: gypsylakat on September 09, 2014, 12:08:18 PM
Quote from: Lady Renee Buchanan on September 08, 2014, 04:45:59 PM
At my age,people know better than to ask me if I'm pregnant, lol.  This is my "I'm shoot and it's so muggy, I can't stand it" garb.

I have met First Aid in almost every warm weather faire I've been to, and I prefer to be comfortable anymore.  Not on cast, so I wear what I like. 
Question for you, I went to Sterling while I was in NY, we were with our friend who IS 8 months pregnant- is it usual for first aid to NOT give a water bottle refill? She had purchased one water bottle already but our pregnant friend needed a refill- stopped at first aid and they told her she needed to buy another one. It wasn't a terribly hot day or anything (by my Virginia standards anyway) but I'm used to the first aid tents at any event having free water... I was baffled.
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Post by: Rowan MacD on September 09, 2014, 02:38:11 PM
  Good question gypsy-I have been to a few faires where 'free water' was discouraged, but if you look hard enough, you can find some.  In an emergency, most of the vendors have a source-even nif it's just a large cooler somewhere.   

   IMHO, the Red Cross tent should ALWAYS have free tap or bottled water for the asking.  If they don't want,  or are not allowed to compete with the vendors, then they can make people consume it on site; but they should never deny someone something that is so important to basic health, to protect the profits of the food vendors. 

  One of my pet peeves is the selling of bottled water for the same price as soda.  The most it should cost is a dollar a bottle-not three or four bucks.
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Post by: Stuben on September 09, 2014, 06:41:42 PM
PARF has a water point near the First Aid area. The high dollar bottle of water urks me a bit too. I usually buy the first bottle and just keep refilling it when I need more.
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Post by: Lady Renee Buchanan on September 10, 2014, 05:49:11 AM
Bristol's first aid has free water and free Gatorade (for electrolytes).  There are also a couple of water fountains where you can fill your bottle.  The Friends of Faire garden provides free water and Gatorade for members and day guests.

When it's really hot, I wear a wet linen towel around my neck.  The food stands and pubs are always willing to wet it down with cold water from their taps.
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Post by: Serenity on September 10, 2014, 10:03:55 AM
Lady B - you look positively adorable in both of those fabulous outfits!!!

Sorry for the late post, I haven't been on much lately.
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Post by: isabelladangelo on September 10, 2014, 10:30:01 AM
Quote from: Lady Renee Buchanan on September 10, 2014, 05:49:11 AM
Bristol's first aid has free water and free Gatorade (for electrolytes).  There are also a couple of water fountains where you can fill your bottle.  The Friends of Faire garden provides free water and Gatorade for members and day guests.



But it has electrolytes!  It's what plants crave!  Brawndo!  Now part of the FDA! (...for those that haven't seen that movie, why not?)

Anyway, I know the rules are a bit strange at MDRF - probably because a lot of people do bring in various home-brewed alcohols and they don't want to prevent that but they do want people to buy drinks as it's normally organizations like the Boy Scouts that are running the booths.  There is free water at the First aid station as well.  I tend to have issues with what to drink only because I have food allergies.  Water is okay but sodas and lemonades tend to be off the menu for me. 
Because I can't eat the food or drink any of the drinks at certain places (movie theaters!) I do sometimes bring in my own stuff in a large bag.   If I went to a faire where I knew there was nothing I can have (MDRF at least has fresh fruit so I'm okay there and PARF has some great grilled chicken), I'd probably do the same and just make sure to actually have my epi pen on me if anyone bothered to ask questions.   


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Post by: Rowan MacD on September 10, 2014, 03:30:46 PM
Quote from: Stuben on September 09, 2014, 06:41:42 PM
PARF has a water point near the First Aid area. The high dollar bottle of water urks me a bit too. I usually buy the first bottle and just keep refilling it when I need more.
The faires that say they have absolutely NO free water on site, and years later are still not offering public water fountains are the ones that irk me.  This is just protectionism for the food vendors.
   There should be some sort of public ordinance that says if you have a hard site, with buildings and flushable toilets-then you must provide free drinking water for people and pets.    If you can set up a misting station you can provide a drinking fountain.
   Even movie theaters have water fountains, and they make nearly all their profits off the snack bar.
  Charging for water is practically the same thing as charging for toilets. 

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Post by: Stuben on September 11, 2014, 07:00:59 PM
Lol they do have a tip basket in the bathrooms at PARF. Sometimes there's someone sitting there by it and sometimes not. If someone is there I usually tip $1 because anyone who sits in the bathroom all day esp when its hot deserves one  ;D