In January 2005 I set about putting
together my first ever Star Wars costume, having been an avid fan since the age
of seven.
I'm 34 now and this has been something I have wanted to do for a very, very long
time! Hopefully the information contained
within can be helpful for anyone else who has the same idea. I have had a lot of
help from people from all over the world!
First things first, if you want to be a TIE Fighter Pilot then you will want to
join Omega Wing - the premier site for all
things TIE. Some will tell you that it is a wretched hive of scum & villainy
but I can tell you now, you won't meet a nicer
bunch anywhere. They are incredibly helpful and have enthusiasm by the
truck-load. Sign up now and pledge your allegiance!
OK, lets talk costumes! I've divided the costume up into
the component parts and will give you as much information as
I can on each piece. It's been a little harder for me to put my costume together
as I live in the UK and we don't have places
like Wal Mart. It's a little frustrating when you read the forums and they are
saying 'get such-and-such from Wal Mart for $4'.
However, once I overcame that I had great fun sourcing individual items myself -
and even making some of them.
My TK (Stormtrooper) armor is complete. Pics will be posted soon!
Events I have attended in costume
Red Nose Day - March 2005
Generation Jedi (BBC Documentary) - April 2005
Episode III Promotion - Newport Isle of Wight - May 2005
Episode III Premier Showing - Newport Isle of Wight
TV, Radio & Newspaper Appearances
Generation Jedi - BBC Television
Interview - Solent TV
Interview - Isle of Wight Radio
Interview - Isle of Wight County Press
Star
Wars Fans Of The Isle Of Wight