So I'm trying out to be a Faire at Bristol and I'm wondering, in your opinions do you think fairies need to be tiny. I mean I'm a lean size 10 at 5'10" and I'm in wonderful physical condition but I'm not skinny.
Any opinions?
Lyss
Faeries come in all shapes and sizes. Go for it.
Agreed. With such a regal height, you might look stunning as a Titania-esque character.
Just got look at other fay pictures from other faires Like TRF or St Louis whi has a faierie garden with many of them. you will see all different types, sizes, shapes heights colors etc... Remember, they are magical creatures so they can transform if need be to fit a situation. Even up by our faire in Upper Wisconsin we have them and most can not see them playing it realistically, unless drunk or daft, so that makes it even more fun no matter what size. Go for it and have fun.
Sir Clisto
AYE
I used to have so much fun in Tenn. making a decree that there were no Fairies and would give a purse of gold to any child who could bring me a fairie. During the day some kid would bring up one of the fairies and then the fun began. Of course I could not see a fairie, as you have to pure of heart, so I would walk all over the ground trying to find the fairie that the kid had brought and every time I would step in the place that the fairie was, the fairie would move so of course I could not be presented with something that did not exist. Never had to give out a purse of gold either.
You are tiny. Lots of giants and big people out there.
Thankfully you have a large heart, as Fairies need that.
Best wishes on your tryout,
Ferret
Thanks everyone, I know this may be a bit personal for this forum but I recovered from an eating disorder a couple years ago. And I always told myself I couldn't do this, be a faerie because of my body. But I truly love my body and I will do my hardest and audition for this part. Hey if this doesn't work I'm sure I'll find myself a part of the BRF cast.
Thanks again,
Lyss
Quote from: Kahlan Rose on December 13, 2008, 08:51:36 PM
So I'm trying out to be a Faire at Bristol and I'm wondering, in your opinions do you think fairies need to be tiny. I mean I'm a lean size 10 at 5'10" and I'm in wonderful physical condition but I'm not skinny.
Any opinions?
Lyss
Size 10? What is this mystical code language that men can't comprehend? Or is it just me? ;D
No really, women's clothing size numbers mean nothing to me.
It doesn't matter though. Dress in whatever manner makes you happy. :)
Oh I know men are usually comfused when we mention these numbers. Truthfully it doesn't matter, I wear what fits but you wouldn't believe how much a number on a pair of pants means to most women.
Quote from: Kahlan Rose on December 13, 2008, 08:51:36 PM
I mean I'm a lean size 10 at 5'10" and I'm in wonderful physical condition but I'm not skinny.
In fairness, a photo of you in Fairie garb would assist to make informed decision.
Sorry, I'm in one of those moods tonight
I am exactly the same build and I have found some fairy outfits that are great. Stay away from really tight bottoms and it should be fine. Try something with a corset and some short fun skirts. I actually turned a belly dance outfit into a fairy outfit and it looks amazing. A size 10 for someone our height is not fat at all. Heaven forbid we get a few more woman shaped like playboy models and less shaped like starving supermodels.
...I'd love to be a size 10!!!!!
Fairies at Bristol? Tryout?
If the fairies on staff at Bristol have the same role as the ones at the related RPFS, they're story tellers in the childrens' area (I still refuse to call it Kid's Kingdom) and I believe their costumes are provided by the Costume Dept. Both these ladies are full size. One is a bit heavier than the other, but neither is stout.
From your description, I'd guess that you're similar in build to the thinner of the two at RPFS.
All that matters is that YOU fell comfortable in you garb.
this thread is useless without pictures
;D
Hey Marilyn Monroe was a size 14 so dont sweat it and have fun and rock that Fey garb!
Do it girl!
The person does... Faeries are all shapes and sizes (and genders). There may be a 'pixie' bias for physicality, but the best fae I have photographed took whatever they had and turned it into wonderful characters. There are no size/shape restrictions... I have seen the quintessential 'Tinkerbell' look-alikes turn out to be unappealing because of the attitude and lack of 'fire' for the character. I have also seen larger body types (for lack of a better term, I mean absolutely no judgement) that were STUNNING faeries... again, the person made the illusion real. Look at my gallery... http://www.rensites.com/Stalkwell/Faeries/ (http://www.rensites.com/Stalkwell/Faeries/) ... they trend towards slender to average build (maybe because of a preconception that faeries must be thin yields more attempts by people in those categories?), but they cover the entire spectrum regardless.
Go forth and make a good faerie...
Stalkwell...
Quote from: Adriana Rose on December 22, 2008, 12:54:25 PM
Hey Marilyn Monroe was a size 14
Sigh. I hate it when people say this, as if clothing sizes haven't changed. Have you seen the woman's measurements? She'd wear a size 6 or smaller in todays clothes.
Being on-topic now, fae come in all shapes and sizes. If you feel you've got one inside you, let it out to play! The rest of us would love to meet her. :) ;D
As others have said, it's not the size of the body but the size of the heart that makes the difference. You obviously have the heart for it so go and have fun!! :D
Quote from: Carl Heinz on December 21, 2008, 07:29:02 PMIf the fairies on staff at Bristol have the same role as the ones at the related RPFS, they're story tellers in the childrens' area (I still refuse to call it Kid's Kingdom) and I believe their costumes are provided by the Costume Dept. Both these ladies are full size. One is a bit heavier than the other, but neither is stout.
From your description, I'd guess that you're similar in build to the thinner of the two at RPFS.
There are "storyteller" fairies at Bristol, but there are also "The Fantasticals" such as the Dragon Fairy, the Spider Fairy and Brownies. They have an area where they mostly dwell but can also be seen at various places throughout Bristol, usually stirring up some good-natured mischief
And, as many have said, size doesn't matter as long as the skill and desire are there. I'd say go for it!
The Fantasticals have also been at RPFS. However, they weren't there last year and I'm not sure they were there the year before. When there, they were usually in the children's area. However, the children's area was moved two years ago and is now on a more traveled portion. They were there when Ron and Susan (from Bristol) were in charge of entertainment.
Quote from: Elennare on December 23, 2008, 12:45:01 PM
Quote from: Adriana Rose on December 22, 2008, 12:54:25 PM
Hey Marilyn Monroe was a size 14
Sigh. I hate it when people say this, as if clothing sizes haven't changed. Have you seen the woman's measurements? She'd wear a size 6 or smaller in todays clothes.
I know but it helps me when I feel yuckie...
You don't have to be a skinny fairy, you don't have to be a runway model fairy, but -- please -- be a happy fairy.
Too many fairies that we've seen have really brought to mind the phrase, "scary fairy." We've seen little children at faire run away screaming at some fairies, because they look like someone you'd be scared to meet in a back alley, rather than a pixie-type sprite that is the usual conception of what a fairy looks like.
And since young children are drawn to fairies, it really breaks my heart when I see them so obviously petrified at someone who is trying to play with them. And not just the wee ones either, we've seen 8 and 9 year old children afraid of some of what look like goth or vampire-type fairies.
Hey a few of of those make me jump too...... For gods sake add some freaking color and leave the 'tude at the gate please!
sorry the goth fairys bug the hek outta me, there is a fine line between looking cool and looking like you made a trip to Hot Topic before you went to fair!
...uh scary fairies? That's like me....uh my size....in a fairy costume...uh that's like an elephant wearing a tutu....it ain't gonna happen....
Quote from: RumbaRue on December 27, 2008, 12:14:14 PM
...uh scary fairies? That's like me....uh my size....in a fairy costume...uh that's like an elephant wearing a tutu....it ain't gonna happen....
Rumba, I don't think that size makes a fairy scary. Not at all. A kind, smiling face, no matter what the body size or type, makes people happy.
What I am referring to is fairies that have makeup that looked like they've decomposed for a while before putting their fairy outfit on. Or fairies that look like Cruella de Ville and scare the **** out of children. I can't understand why anyone would like to dress like that, especially at a ren faire where there are lots of children and people who want to have fun. Give me a fairy like Twig or Bristol's fantasticals any day. Call me old fashioned.......
Quote from: Lady Renee Buchanan on December 23, 2008, 06:41:19 PM
You don't have to be a skinny fairy, you don't have to be a runway model fairy, but -- please -- be a happy fairy.
Too many fairies that we've seen have really brought to mind the phrase, "scary fairy." We've seen little children at faire run away screaming at some fairies, because they look like someone you'd be scared to meet in a back alley, rather than a pixie-type sprite that is the usual conception of what a fairy looks like.
And since young children are drawn to fairies, it really breaks my heart when I see them so obviously petrified at someone who is trying to play with them. And not just the wee ones either, we've seen 8 and 9 year old children afraid of some of what look like goth or vampire-type fairies.
Quote from: Adriana RoseHey a few of of those make me jump too...... For gods sake add some freaking color and leave the 'tude at the gate please!
sorry the goth fairys bug the hek outta me, there is a fine line between looking cool and looking like you made a trip to Hot Topic before you went to fair!
I'm claiming a male exception to this. I work in a fairy wing shop at ORF with my wife, daughter, and her friends, so I need to dress the part. This was my first attempt at a male fairy costume.
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I looked into some other variations, but the problem is that the only way a man can do this without looking totally gay is to go with the all out scary costume. I only wore the whole thing when I'd walk around the fair. In the shop, I took off the hood and gloves because it isn't good for business when you scare away small children.
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Everytime I'd walk down the street I'd hear cameras clicking in my wake. I also spent an hour or two a day just standing still in one spot, and the paytrons loved it. One time I had my wife come along and take pics of them taking pics of me.
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Synikul, you don't look like a fairy to me! When I saw those pictures, I thought of the Grim Reaper. And kids expect to be scared out of their minds by him, or ghosts, goblins, ghouls, etc. But not a female fairy when they're expecting Tinkerbell.
Hmmm...a vampire faerie...sounds like an interesting costume! ;) However, if I were going to try to do that, I'd probably pick a different venue for it than a Renfaire (like maybe a fantasy convention) I agree - children shouldn't run screaming from a faerie! That's no fun at all! :( This a Renfaire, not a haunted house!
And, let me pass on my "you can do it" encouragement to Kahlan Rose/Lyss :) If you want to be a faerie, and you have a creative, fun, imaginative personality/character for your faerie, go for it! There SHOULD be more faeries at faire, whether they be members of the cast or not!
I frankly think it depends on the maturity of the child and how well they handle fantasy and life in general. You can't just expect every fairy, whether patron or cast, to be dressed up in tulle and sprinkling glitter everywhere (No disrespect to anyone who dresses or behaves as such, as it is nice to see cheerful fairies :) ).
It also depends on the parents escorting the child around the faire and knowing that child's limits. If they know their son/daughter is easily scared, spare them the photo op with the fairy woman dressed all in black and that's wearing heavy makeup. Please don't blame it all on them and allow people to take responsibility on this matter.
Synikul, I like your interpretation of a male fairy. It reminded me some of Brian Froud's darker, not-so nice fairies, like in Good Faeries, Bad Faeries.
Good point, Selkie *nod*
Heaven knows I love the fantastikals from Bristol, and Twig is a force all to herself. However, two of the most wonderful fairies I ever met were large fairies, in full tutu with other regalia, the Fairie Godmothers two years ago at Bristol. Last year, one of them became co-director of FOF, so there was no more Fairie Godmothers, but her sister the other fairie did I believe come at least once in her fairie garb.
And BTW, if Hippopotamuses in Tutus were good enough for Walt Disney (Fantasia) they're good enough for me. Not that I want Bristol to become Disneyland like another faire I know which shall remain nameless, but I'd much rather hug a soft squishy cuddly fairie than one who looks as if (s)he's thrown up everything they've ever eaten. Fat Fairies Fly Further between Fillups ;D
Dayna
That last comment feel a little spammy to me.
Quote from: Dayna on December 30, 2008, 06:15:14 PM*snip*Heaven knows I love the fantastikals from Bristol, and Twig is a force all to herself. However, two of the most wonderful fairies I ever met were large fairies, in full tutu with other regalia, the Fairie Godmothers two years ago at Bristol. Last year, one of them became co-director of FOF, so there was no more Fairie Godmothers, but her sister the other fairie did I believe come at least once in her fairie garb. *snip*
Dayna
Down here in Texas we have Leonard playing "The Fairy Godfather" complete with tutu and Italian accent, chomping on a great big (fake) cigar!
I agree... I LOVE faires that come in all sizes and genders. As far as the scary faires... yes, I use them in my haunted events, but they are not GOTHISH faires, but instead they are GOULISH. But its the place for them and the patrons and children alike expect to be scared for fun. I have seen some really really scary fairies at several of our Texas Faires. But, as someone said higher in the post, your gonna get all kinds.
Fat faerie here! lol Ok, not on cast, but in Texas, it's the most comfortable garb you can wear and still feel girly! I tend to go with harvest colors, or other natural themes, so I just say I represent natures bounty, if asked- NO ONE has ever asked!
AuntieGiggles and I sometimes go as fairies with my daughters. Sometimes we have been the 4 seasons and other times we are whatever fairy we decide to be that day. Giggles is either a Fallen Fall Fairy (sort of an anti-Twig she says.) My oldest daughter is a Water Fairy- in fact she has decided that she is Waterlily Diamondshimmer Dazzlesplash, Queen of the Water Fae! My middle daughter is a Fire Fairy- Marigold Firefly Dazzlestar. The baby is a Spring Fairy- name changes each time! I have a couple of different fairy outfits and thus names- depends on if I'm preggo or not!
The only thing that "bothers" me with Fairies at Fest are when the person doesn't come up with their own fairy personna and just try to BE Twig. She has her own thing and it works for her, she has worked long and hard on her personna and although it CAN be seen as flattery I believe that everyone should find their own inner fae. It is different if it is a child, but adults should "know" better. But thats just me. =D