Where do I start? That's a difficult question to answer because where you start is going to depend on where you want to be by the end of your project. There are so many aspects to making a costume that yes, it is difficult to figure out where to start. And as someone trying to write a tutorial blog, it's especially hard to figure out how to encompass all the different ways you COULD start. So, let's start with a question: Who or what do you want to be? Costume A, B, Cs Costume Design, like any type of design, is creative problem solving. I'm not claiming to be a pro at costume design, but I have dabbled. And so can you! Once you decide on the who or what you're going to be, the next question is HOW. How do I achieve the outcome I want? Motive, attitude, and resources play a part in how you want to design the costume. By motive I mean a desire and reason you are making the costume. It doesn't have to be all that complicated. It could be "I want to be Su...
The design frenzy has settled down. The initial excitement wanes a bit as expected. But there is still more to think about. While I'm pleased with the potential ideas, there are a few things I should consider on a more logical and practical basis. For example, what's going to be the challenge in making this dress? How expensive do I think it will be? Is my production plan the best way to make this? When it comes to accessories, what will be great for dancing and what will get in the way or become an annoyance? Current preferred Design Lets start with determining potential Accessories. Accessory Evaluation Going off my drawing, here are the accessories I might use: Feathered Headband Stud Earrings Long Pearl Necklaces Ornamented Necklace Black Gloves Gold bangle bracelets White Feather Boa Ornamented Belt/Sash T-strap Mary Jane Shoes A couple of non-negotiables include the shoes and at least one other Flapper staple such as the headband or pearls. For dancin...