The Doctor |
Version: Wafuku
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Inspired by Doctor Who
Worn for DragonCon 2017, Marcon 53, DragonCon 2018, DragonCon 2019, DragonCon 2023 First I feel the need for a definition:
Wafuku (和服, literally Japanese clothes) is a general term for all types of traditional Japanese clothing, including kimono and other items. The term was originally coined to differentiate Japanese-style clothing from Western clothing in the Meiji era, prior to which "kimono" or "kirumono" had been used as general terms simply meaning "clothing." -"Wafuku", Immortal Geshia Why I chose to be the Tenth Doctor This idea came to me while driving home from a vacation: The Doctor in Japanese-style clothing. I had bought 5 yards of fabric to make the blue suit a while back. But after much looking and considering, I decided to simply buy the suit which left me with 5 yards of blue fabric with red pinstripes... Construction notes Initially I was going to use upholstery fabric to make the hakama, but I ended up going with linen for a couple of reasons. First, it's a very traditional fabric to use for hakama. Second, they are going to breathe so much more than the upholstery fabric. A very important aspect considering this is going to be worn at DragonCon, which can get quite warm and humid. |
Hakama
Linen (Tabacco Hopsack, 3.5 yards) from Jo-Ann Fabrics Kimono
Kona Cotton (Burgundy) from Jo-Ann Fabrics Haori
Blue pinstripe fabric from Magnoli Clothiers Brainy Specs - Zenni Optical
Chuck Taylor Hi-Tops, maroon - Converse.com Sonic Screwdriver - ThinkGeek Library card
Leather from Goodwill Lining (black) Clear plastic Library card from fellow cosplayer (instructions on this thread) |