Archive for June, 2012

Find Your Steampunk Garb Here!

If you love pop culture, you may find that the July Comic Con event in San Diego, California is an exciting way to experience your favorite franchises, authors, illustrators, producers, characters, and so forth, in a more tangible way. It’s fun to attend workshops and events in hope of getting autographs from your favorites, and it can be especially fun to attend in costume. In fact, some of the events even involve fans dressing up and sporting their favorite styles on stage. Steampunk Costumes are unusual in appearance and design, perfect for playing the part of comic character or going after that first place status at the event.

Steampunk costumes provide a unique combination of old apparel style with a futuristic touch. The look is quite captivating, perfect for creating a unique look at Comic Con. It’s important to review the event details in order to know what contests are available and for what age groups. Children attending the event may be captivated by seeing their favorite characters, and it can be tempting to let them walk about on their own. They should be supervised, however, especially if they choose to participate in costume events. It’s a fun family activity to dress as related characters for the conference.

If you were considering a Steampunk costume for your Comic Con experience, you can find many different options here at PearsonsRenaissanceShoppe.com.

Boots in case there's a snake in the grass.

Summer snake activity can be frightening for those that don’t like the slithery creatures. Whether you are confronted with a venomous snake or a non-venomous variety, you should stay away from the creature in order to avoid being bit. While most snakes will flee from a person, there are some aggressive species that can decide to stand their ground. Especially in rural settings, there is high potential for running into reptiles, but protective footwear can improve your chances of avoiding problems in such encounters. Medieval boots are excellent for use as protective wear.

Medieval boots are crafted of thick leather, making them less susceptible to the fangs of a snake. While most people worry about venomous species, there are aggressive snakes like red racers that pose little threat in terms of venom but still have a tendency to stand their ground and act aggressively. Infections from bites are of concern, but stout boots will provide excellent protection. Whether you are attending a Renaissance or Shakespearean event for fun, or are going to a Live Action Role Playing (LARP) weekend, your thick boots will provide a barrier that extends over your calf, keeping you safer from any potential snakes you may step too close to in the area.

Take on the role of any character!

In selecting LARP Costumes, you should think about the locations that you will be visiting for your events. In many cases, outdoor camping areas can experience huge temperature fluctuations from day to night, making it important to consider all extremes in preparing your costume for travel. Some elements of your outfit can be lightweight, perfect for warm days. Whether you are in the woods of the New England or the extremes of the South West, summer daytime temperatures can be uncomfortably warm. In the wrong apparel, these temperatures can be deadly. It’s important to wear lightweight material that is light in color so that you don’t overheat.

High desert nights can be quite chilly, especially after a hot day. Most people visiting these areas are taken by surprise at night temperatures, and many find themselves unprepared for cool summer evenings. When you travel for your event, make sure that your LARP costumes and accessories include warm layers that can be added in the evenings. When the sun drops and things cool off, you may need to add layers a little bit at a time. Being prepared, though, will assure you of being comfortable while not missing out on any of the fun.

Stay Warm and Blend In!

Live action role playing is exciting to many types of people, but winter conditions can present a challenge to those wanting to participate. Cloaks are excellent for staying warm, but most cloaks stand out and give you away in the white conditions of a snowy venue. Use a white Medieval cloak in order to camouflage yourself in such a setting.

Those that love a Medieval theme will also find this style suitable for winter wear, allowing them to portray a sense of mystery as they go about their business. There are, of course, lots of other ways to make use of such a wardrobe element. Perhaps you need a period costume for a school or community play. Is your World Literature class providing you with the challenge of a class project? Re-enact a favorite story and capture it on video. The use of a White Medieval Cloak is just right for portraying some of the more famous figures of British fiction. If you are looking for a great way to portray Father Christmas, why not consider using an unexpected choice of cloak, using a reversal of red and white in the elements of your garb. Medieval wear serves many purposes throughout the year, but the white design in a cloak is exceptionally well suited to winter activities.