Friday, July 16, 2010

Porma Fridays: Darth Vader Armor

Who, in his right mind, wouldn’t want to wear a Darth Vader Armor?

The Vader Armor comes in different shapes and sizes. Costume makers make different sizes of armors for adults, children, babies and even dogs. Also, different molds are used especially for the mask since the armors differ slightly in each Star Wars Film. The most authentic looking armors are molded from the molds Lucas Studios originally used for the film.

The armor includes the mask, jumpsuit, cape, collar, shoulder guards, codpiece, chest piece, belt, shin guards, gloves, and gauntlets. Buystarwarscostumes.com sells an official licensed adult Darth Vader armor for $794.00.

There are some things you have to consider before buying the costume. First, you have to consider the size of the armor. Sellers usually provide the measurements of the armor pieces. You might still have to do some customizations after buying, such as trimming the pieces, to make the armor fit perfectly to your built. Second to consider is how comfortable the costume is. Some jumpsuits are made of leather which might be too hot depending on where you are going to use the costume. You also have to ask the seller if there is a zipper in the crotch.

The 501st Legion is a group of Star Wars costume owners who can help you in buying and custom-fitting your Vader armor. They also make appearances in events and have members in 40 countries. You can visit them here.

After buying and customizing your Darth Vader armor, it is now time to party your way to the Dark Side...



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