A few weeks ago I found this great little jacket at a Banana Republic outlet, perfect basic for spring, right?
Silly me, I can't have basics.
A couple hours after buying the jacket, it all just hit me at once: Captain America, Swaroski crystals, glitter. It needed to happen.
To the craft store we went, and I started on it right away. I referenced a collection of old WWII Captain America comics, so we have boy Bucky Barnes, and the original uniform for Cap. I did a few figural sketches, but other than that, I just kind of went with it, unplanned.
I wish I could have conveyed how sparkly it really is, there's pink glitter all over my house (sorry kitties), and I used some legit Swarovski crystals and brass Tiffany settings. We do high class tacky over at Vixen Vintage.
I found a pin at Disneyland last week (more on that later) that fits perfectly on the lapel, can't wait to wear my new jacket to see Age of Ultron!
Marvel skirt c/o Munster Madness
Black top c/o Stop Staring
Petticoat c/o Doris Petticoats
30 comments:
That jacket is just the coolest thins. So well painted! I love it <3
The Quirky Queer
This is SO cool!
Oh I love what you did with the jacket! And it's PERFECT with that skirt. I made a Marvel skirt with similar (or possibly the same?) fabric, but mine is nowhere near as full and gorgeous as yours. This post made me realize I need to do two things -- embellish a jacket, and make a fuller nerdy skirt.
Also, the "silly me, I can't have basics!" made me laugh -- I'm so bad at getting basics. My basics are usually patterned anyway.
I adore your pink hair.
xo
Kristina
www.eccentricowl.com
You're like, the genius of all geniuses. This is SO SO SO SO good. I want a twin jacket.
xo Rachael / The Paraders
Holy smokes it looks AMAZING!
Woooooow! What a whimsical idea. I'm in awe over your skills of making over that jacket. I can't draw on fabric to save me life, so my hat is off to you.
I know it is Captain America, but the whole look feels somehow Manga-esque! Great colors!
You make a badass super heroine!
Oh my!! This is perfection!! I love everything about this look and sooooooo perfect for Age of Ultron:) I also really want your pin (hehe).
-Madison
www.1minniemuse.blogspot.com
A-FUCKING-MAZING.
Seriously.
This gives me all the feels and all the wants and I love it. You did the most amazing job!
Melody
www.bourbonandbras.blogspot.com
That jacket is insane and wonderful! I love the skirt too.
Wonderful jacket! Beautifully painted, well done!
Fab. All of it.
This jacket is crazy wonderful!!! And the outfit is over-the-top perfection. YOU are my hero!
JJ
www.dressupnotdown.blogspot.com
Love the Jacket! Captain America is my favorite so of course I'm obsessed with your jacket. It's fabulous you've got some serious skills.
http://blackcatlies.blogspot.com
100% - nay, 110% - pure fabulousness (and epic creativity)!
♥ Jessica
That jacket is total Marvel awesomeness, and I love how it looks with your skirt. It's just *squee* fangirl level 2,001!
It's a really beautifully crafted piece, you did such a great job with it. And I'm totally feeling the "Silly me, I can't have basics" line, because I feel that way every time I get dressed! A basic outfit? What's that?? :D ❤
xox,
bonita of Lavender & Twill
My oh my, what a work has must gone in to it... BUT IT LOOKS AMAZING. Well done!
Love,
Dominique
Brilliant, simply brilliant idea! I would never have thought to do something like that, it suits the style of the jacket perfectly, I'm so sending this to a friend of mine who is comic crazy! Thank you for sharing!
Hello! Does anyone know what style skirt this is? Completely in love!! Also, that jacket is swoon worthy. Xx
Fabulous!!!!!
Amazing work, that jacket is just rocking!
Tão linda demais <3
Beijos
Casa Cherry
I absolutely love this outfit. I am a fan of marvel comics and the hair. Specifically, I like Rogue from X-men. Anyway, I appreciate the post and the pictures that go with it.
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This is SO COOL!!! Well done on the painting, I would be way too scared that I would do it wrong! I just came across your blog on twitter, excited to see what else you've done! P.S. your hair is fantastic :)
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My 16 year old daughter is in a fever of longing over this jacket! I feel a DIY coming on, but goodness only knows how I'll replicate this beauty! You did a fantastic job. Mimi x
Absolutely 100% love it from head to toe!
the jacket is amazing. love the skirt too.
LOVE it!
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