I'm surprised how many people are commenting in support of Super Mirror B4 - I'm starting to see the same comment almost verbatim. It's really not that great of a costume imo - even with the accessories. Pinning this so folks are aware that they can find Super Mirror B4 context already in the comments 😌🤙🏽
It's funny you mentioned the D'arc skin from the first game looking like designer, because in universe it is! Is from the fictional brand of "d'Arc ", Jeanne from the same game has a version in red as a regular outfit. Mari Shimazaki is really talented.
yes and apparently someone put bayo and jeanne's rolling animations side by side and it turns out jeanne's is a little different.... because she doesn't want to get her clothes dirty.
Fun fact, her Link outfit was less camp at first, platinum games showed the reference sheets to Nintendo but they were the one who said "make it sexier" I can't help but find that sequence of events just hilarious
Nintendo was the only company that saved Bayonetta, which always blows my mind. B1 was soooooo sexualized (we stand a positive body/sexuality queen) Without them, it wouldn't be as big as it is today or even a game.
Platinum felt like it would be disrespectful to oversexualize classical Nintendo costumes, but Nintendo themselves told them to just go wild since this is Bayonetta we're talking about and sex appeal is her deal. There were also more conservative versions of the Peach/Daisy and Samus costumes, you can see them in the art book.
Little fun fact: her base outfits are all so skin tight because they are quite literally made out of her magic hair. She made the fire to perfectly suit her body, literally. That’s why I appreciate seeing the folds on some of her other outfits, since it shows that they are actual fabric, and not just her hair.
@@SteelWool567 you def could’ve worded that better 💀 but I disagree I feel like that outfit is going for more of a sailor moon witch vibe then a skimpy one
I have The Eyes of Bayonetta art book and there is around 100 different designs/concept art for Bayonetta. And all those 100+ designs are so gorgeous and fashionable. ❤ I love all the outfits the artist drew before settling on the final OG character design.
Oh wow - I'll have to check that out. Knowing that they went through a design process that took over 1 year - it's awesome seeing that quality and attention reflected in such detailed 3D models.
I really like that the concept art of human characters for the first game is very similar to fashion sketches. In the second artbook for the second game, the designs already look more like a standard concept art.
I love that Bayo went from redhead to blond and then they finally settled for brunette and that all the concepts look wildly different from one another, Shimasaki didn't just change the color of her hair, she completely shifted the way Bayo carried herself with each iteration, from her clothes to how she styled her hair down to the minimal details. I love concept art that really makes you feel the experimentation in the process.
@@Homodemon Oh, but the redhead on the prototype (the one with black clothes fighting against karate fighters lol) was just a model they already had around, and used it to get a sense of the gameplay - a placeholer, if you will.
For the standard outfits, Bayonetta 2's has to be my favourite, first off I'm a sucker for silver jewelry, and if you notice her second outfit has a lot of straight lines and cutouts, her triangular earrings, the more square medallions on her clothes, the diamond cutouts on her legs, her pointy shoulders, all those things give me a strong Art Deco vibe and I love that aesthetic, it's so elegant.
Out of all the designs Bayonetta's had, her default look in 2 is my all-time favorite because it's this perfect combination of classy, sexy, and powerful. I think it's the shawl that really brings the entire look together. That and the metallic rose patterns. Fun fact. When Platinum Games were designing the Link outfit for Bayonetta and showed the preliminary designs to Nintendo, Nintendo wanted the design to be MORE sexy because they thought the first design didn't fit Bayonetta's character. Playing the Bayonetta games made me realize just how much of a character's personality can be shown through just their fashion choices (design, clothing, color schemes, etc). It's changed how I approach both character analysis and designing my own characters.
Honestly my favorite part about bayonetta is she truly is an amalgam of uniqueness and a love letter to fashion and camp. The fact that her hair is her clothing and her weapon is just peak design. Thank you for making this video gained a new sub.
It would be a shorter video, but you could also do one on Jeanne's outfits. Jeanne is Bayonetta's rival/ best friend/ sister witch/ fanon love interest. You could do Luka's outfits as well, but he's just comic relief to make Bayonetta cooler, no matter how important Bayonetta 3 wants to make him.
@@toidIllorTAmI she was born from the strongest love of all the "immortals", of course she will love someone too. It's not impossible. And it's the only way to create more witches ! If she and Jeanne wanted to recreate their witchcraft coven, they would absolutely need to have daughters themselves... Jeanne has even more affinity to kids than cereza, her real world job is high school teacher !
@@NaomiAlicia4242564 yes. But Bayonetta as a character wouldn't have a child because she would think it's not fabulous. Lol I know that she can have kids.
Not a lot of people talk about her fashion inspiration and it's really surprising given how much of a prominent part it is of her character design, so I especially love videos like these that focus on it. Even 3, despite it's failings in the character handling aspect itself, still manages to give us some great designs for Bayonetta (although I do feel like this time they feel way more detailed than the previous 2). Would you be willing to talk about the fashion of other characters from the series as well?
Super Mirror 3 has so much detail - I love it! And yeah, there def seems to be some other cool designs on the rest of the characters. I'm sure some vid inspo will come to me eventually.
It doesn't seem like gamers care about fashion overall. I wrote about it and do gamer hauls, but I rarely see other people do them or never for the hauls.
Y'all definitely didn't let me down with this video - always feels especially fulfilling when a video quickly breaks into the Ks-of-views. 🎉 The thoughtful comments mean a lot, and it's exciting finding more people who like this stuff as much as I do 😊🙌🏽 More Bayo content to come eventually - along witb plenty of other franchises obviously 🕺🏽💃🏽
The Super Mirror B4 look needs her Abracadabra hat and cane in order to complete the look. This Bayo is meant to be a french thief /magician and it honestly works super well
Yeah the victorian/ high fashion masculine silhouette with the smaller yet nice tail coat look of abracadabra is great actually in darker colors. It's her most masculine look and she rocks it.
@@XDF yeah I feel the same way. It's not something I see her wearing, plus the original Bayo 2 outfit does that same idea with the shawl so much better
i love these types of videos where people apply their expertise to less conventional media. analyzing video game characters' fashion sense from a real life perspective is such a good idea, especially with how articulated you were. this video definitely helped raise my scope on little things that can be done to exaggerate certain features and make an outfit feel more complete.
I can imagine people who are really into their fashion hearing for the first time that her outfit is her hair and she can shapeshift her hair into any outfit. And never having to ever think about the "if you could have one superpower" question ever again 😂
I'm absolutely loving this channel. I don't know anything about fashion but I'm a fan of most of the pop culture franchises you've made videos about. I hope you keep at it and if you ever open a Patreon I'd throw down some support.
Literally always awesome to hear when folks like you enjoy the content so much. I'm finding that mentioning some of my other fav media helps me find my people on here. :) I'm still early in my serious RUclips journey, but if/when Patreon feels like the right move - glad to know some folks would be down to support. 🙏🏽
As a fun fact, the Bayonetta 1 hair version also had the nintendo costumes, but they were exclusive to nintendo consoles, so you can't see them in pc version, xbox, ps, etc, except the fox outfit
As a dude who just wears a v-neck skinny jeans and a light jacket for 99% of the the year, your videos/great presentation really makes me wanna experiment more Love this channel great work dude
Little fun fact: Bayonetta's first draft had her hair down and in a more covered up outfit but it did not work because we play most of the game with Bayonetta's back turned to the player (imagine just a big wall of hair and some legs, lol). The low cutouts (especially that dramatic exposed back) were added to create more contrast against all the black and grey, same with the long white gloves. Both stylish and functional. Loved your video ❤
Bayonetta 2 is my favorite! She very much gives Rich Auntie vibes to me. Speaking of some of her outfits from that one, it very much gives me Moschino, especially the police one. Given how they do different themes of everyday things, like their McDonalds, the lifejacket and the maid pieces in particular. Love how they love to accentuate her legs. All mini skirts and sheer black tights but still tastefully covered like you said, she gives those peeks of skin, mainly at her back. She doesn't want her breasts on display but the way she arches her back, showing off it as well, is just so 😚👌
I need your opinion on Jeanne’s premiere outfit from Bayonetta 3 because I love the references it implies. It’s one of my favorite designs and it is criminally slept on. I feel that it’s super fashion forward and nobody wants to accept it now, but will adore it in a few years
I really liked this one. I have never played Bayonetta, but I’ve always admired her fashion from afar. Thank you for the backstory on her inception and what it meant for the franchise. As an aspiring developer, I find that reassuring as I’ve always paid a lot of attention to fashion.
I’m with you about the French Bayonetta outfit; I honestly think this was more of a reference to the joke when Bayonetta joined the Smash Roster considering there was the meme going about that she looked like she could be Joker’s mom, and could be a reference to the Phantom Thieves from Persona 5. I also feel like that there was a missed opportunity when it came to outfits, like don’t get me wrong the outfit designs were stunning but I felt there should have been more or brought back all the outfits from the previous game to Bayo 3.
Literally yes yes yes! You 1000% understand where I'm coming from with Super Mirror B4. Joker is literally the perfect way to describe the vibe And I agree - while I love the Bayo 3 skin, Bayo 2 honestly had the majority of stronger and more interesting outfits
@@XDF seriously hope you get a chance to discuss the concept art outfits that were designed as well. Bayo 1 had a lot of alternate versions as shown in the documentary they did, there were also ones in the bayo 2 concept art book with that there are possibly ones in the bayo 3 concept art book that just now released
You mentioned Rikku and I immediately wondered if you did a FFX2 analysis and I was not disappointed. You might look into Touhou Project. That series has a very wide variety of designs. Would advise to look up the fanart in addition to the official art as the creator ZUN is known for, and himself knows that, his artistic style is very... limited. Also, if you like League of Legends, I'd also suggest SMITE: Battleground of the Gods.
Thanks for the suggestions. And yeah - will eventually get to LoL - along with SMITE, which I barely discovered at the start of the year and absolutely love playing.
There is a more secret skin in Bayonetta 3 that is very adorable and well done you may love. It's her young Cereza skin the Super Mirror 0 and the way they age it up for adult Bayonetta is so well done.
Super Mirror B4 looks the best with Abracadabra, a cloak , wand and hat weapon, they double as accesories , although you can't change the color scheme for those. Super Mirror 0 Outfit from the third game is not in the video, but is definitely cute , it's giving catgirl , but done in a really Bayonetta way with the hair. ❤ Love the video btw!.
As a nerd who gets compliments on their fashion sense, when I'm literally just taking inspo from Anime/Manga/JRPGs/etc., finding this channel feels like vindication!!! AND you decided to talk about Bayonetta, one of THE most fashionable video game characters!!! Loved hearing your insight 💙
Great Style and loved the video. Never played Bayonetta before but I love her as a character. She just screams style and originality as well as oozing sexiness by just existing!
Great video! It was wonderful to get your take on these skins :) if you have time in the future I would adore a followup covering the outfits unique to Jeanne! She doesn't have so many that Bayonetta can't also wear, so likely a shorter video
Always love these vids! I've never been a very fashion conscious person, but your videos are so well explained and fun they're bringing me around to fashion design. Keep up the good work!
I'm not into fashion at all, but your video was really good. Really easy to hear you talk about style and teaching what makes something unique and cool.
She awakened all the mommy issues I have, beat them up, and took their space just by walking in to scene. She is such a queen! I love her design as a whole, thank you so much for this.
Something that I love about the Bayonetta 2 Metal witch skin is that they keep the spiked shoulder pads which gives it so much more dimension and avant garde. They could have just made the skin her like naked but metal but they elevated it into art.
As far as the bayonetta 3 defauly costume goes, my only change personally would be to actually open up the ends of her braids. The floral accessories at the ends look nice but I think just letting the hair on its own would add to the silhouette
I really like Bayo 1's default outfit, it has that "OG" charm, and also places her form in the modern times while also giving off "dark witch" vibes. The next outfit I like is from another character (Bayo 2's Balder), he has that peacock theme while also exuding grace and agility, all within the silhouette of a "sorcerer", something not exactly found from the other "sages" on popular media. If you're looking for the next "fashion review" material, if I may suggest, probably one of the popular Gacha games (Punishing: Gray Raven comes to mind with all their characters skins, as well as Tears of Themis for more male fashion) :) Looking forward to the next one! :D
I've said this in your comments before, but im so glad these character designers are getting the read they DESERVE for their gorgeous, fashion-forward designs. Just because a model isn't wearing them, doesn't mean that the outfits are not *S T U N N I N G*
It’s very nice to meet you just so happen to notice your channel because you were talking about Bayonetta I don’t really see many people interested in games like you like but you are it shows you’re just like everyone else Despite your beautiful looks and banality you’re a kind and awesome person😊
The diamond shaped decorations on the front of each hip serves as buttons and the knot in the back can be pulled off, then the lower part can be push down like leggings 💅
I been waiting for this video!!!! I hope in the future maybe you can take a look at some of the concept art for bayo and maybe jeanne too! I'm in love with her fashion taste
It's always really interesting to hear your thoughts on the outfits, especially because I find our opinions aligning on a lot of stuff (e.g. the Bayonetta 2 default being one of her best costumes, purple being a top-tier color, stockings are always great, etc.) Don't forget her glasses, though! They're a really important part of her look. It might also be useful to look at her costumes from the first game in terms of aligning strongly with a number of types of classic fetish looks from Japanese gravure and AV, although whether this was intended to be played straight (i.e. to give the players the fanservice they want) or more as a deconstruction (i.e. using the designs to reclaim the looks for a character who wore them for herself, not for an audience) is a lot more debatable. But, as others have pointed out, there are definitely themes at play with her selection of outfits in each of the three games.
What I really appreciate Bayonetta is the emphasis on strength in femininity throughout the game- a lot of her looks are great, but her formal Umbra hairsuits exist for combat while still being stylish. The gorgeous chain details are more than just flair; those chains are used to bind demons to her whims, and I think it gives us a very visceral window to look into how every aspect of her design is not only meant to be sexy, but dangerous. Her life is doomed to an eternity of combat, yet she flourishes and uses her situation to her advantage to live her life to the fullest.
@@XDF I think it just shows the research that went into the worldbuilding that people don't always give her credit for. Bayonetta was a small-time developer's first action classic, and yet EVERYONE knows who she is, because she is a testament to every aspect of being a Superstar; she's iconic manifest. This is who she is unapologetically, and she doesn't have to be a man in any sense to be any more deadlyz
I loved your analysis on this and can’t wait to see more. Funnily enough the last one was my favorite of the bunch, but I understand how it just doesn’t work in all the colors. Definitely check out more of the other outfits for her and concept art for alternative versions because they have some interesting changes and ideas not just for Bayo but for other characters as well. If possible I’d like to see your thoughts on some of the outfits for Link from Botw and Totk since there are a few that look really neat. Cant wait to see more content.
XDF I looooveeee your videos so so much!! As a fan of anime and video games and also fashion I'm just so happy listening your comments and analyze of each outfits!! Been binge watching your videos since I missed some of it! And I really love it. Just a weird recommendation for me tho, maybe you can do a video for villains costume and look in power rangers (especially Japanese tokusatsu & power rangers) as they look very camp-y and interesting (at least for me) and villains in other animes or video games, maybe like Sailor Moon?
I saw you respond to a comment recommending Touhou, and I’ll vouch for it. BUT! I have another suggestion- Library of Ruina and Limbus Company, which take place in the same universe. There’s not much for fan service, but for the dark, grungy, industrial setting, there’s some REALLY cool outfits there.
Haha im not a fashion man. This video was just suggested and i was curious. But i did enjoy your video. Her fun sexy attitude made me love the game but you kind of open my eyes to another huge point of her character that i failed to paid attention too, and feel gives me more to appreciate with her character.
I know for me personally, its something about the braids being right beside the shoulder puffs that makes her top half look blocky at certain angles but I definitely don't hate the look, it a nice call back to Litter Cereza lol just a bit awkward compared to every other custume
Again, another grand slam, your content just magnetizes me and I could almost hardly care about fashion lmfao, course I don't leave the house without thinking about what I wear but not nearly with as much descriptiveness and attention to detail as you. Keep on posting! I love this shit 👌 Oh but uh personal request, could you consider lowering the volume of your intro a little? for me I have to turn you up when I listen to your videos, and then your intro explodes my ears, not that I don't like it though lol. Buena Suerte 🍀
This is everything! So much style knowledge, so much designer knowledge. Actual thoughtful critique. You are my new fave! Genshin style analysis please 🙏🏾
I'd love it if you did a review for Uma Musume whether you watched it or not, the Idol Fashion mixed with Horse Racing are really something to take a gander on! Great review as always!
I was surprised how much XDF liked the Peach/Daisy costumes from B2 tbh, I always found the skirt to be to frilled out, which I understand is because it's an action game and her legs need to be seen and have room to move but I feel like they could have at least gone the route of Dress A/B where they just put slits in the dress. Basically I just wanted Bayo to be in full Peach/Daisy cosplay XD Would love to see analysis of other video game outfits.
Thank you for dedicating the time to put that difficult shirt on for us lol I am so grateful to grow up with such a Powerful, Sexy and Independent idol like Bayonetta. Not sure if you discussed Lollypop Chainsaw but she is Bayonetta's tween sister if anything lol
The metal costume is based off of dural, a virtua fighter character. I'm surprised you didn't mention the perfumes you use in tandem with the weapons! Like the perfume with rakshasa gives her a an Indian inspired skirt and head cover or the numchuchs giver her a wraparound pants with crop top!
If wearing less / more revealing clothing is body confidence, do you think wearing less / more natural makeup is face confidence? Real question lol just curious what people think. I'm really glad my friend recommended this channel to me btw, you got an instant sub from me 😊
Sewper entertaining and highly professional. Your content is mad dope and I’m excited to see what’s to come and follow the journey. Shit I started mine too lol. I’ll see you at the top⚡️
Seeing these costumes, the schoolgirl one especially, is really interesting. She's sexy but very suave and mature. The designs don't feel as exploitatively sexualized as the presentation of other characters in my opinion. I don't really know what makes me feel that way, probably just how she serves confidence and power like mad, but it's not like my opinion on this matters as a non-woman lol.
I'm surprised how many people are commenting in support of Super Mirror B4 - I'm starting to see the same comment almost verbatim.
It's really not that great of a costume imo - even with the accessories.
Pinning this so folks are aware that they can find Super Mirror B4 context already in the comments 😌🤙🏽
It's funny you mentioned the D'arc skin from the first game looking like designer, because in universe it is! Is from the fictional brand of "d'Arc ", Jeanne from the same game has a version in red as a regular outfit. Mari Shimazaki is really talented.
Dang! Thanks so much for sharing that insight. I love when my fashion instincts hold true.
yes and apparently someone put bayo and jeanne's rolling animations side by side and it turns out jeanne's is a little different.... because she doesn't want to get her clothes dirty.
Jeanne wears D'Arc
I've been a fan of this franchise for 7 years and only now realising Jeanne's named after Joan of Arc fml 🧍♀️
@@bad-ending Apparently she is the representation of Jeanne d'Arc in the Bayonetta universe
Fun fact, her Link outfit was less camp at first, platinum games showed the reference sheets to Nintendo but they were the one who said "make it sexier"
I can't help but find that sequence of events just hilarious
Thanks for that insight - couldn't be Bayo without some extra sexiness I guess - lol
Nintendo was the only company that saved Bayonetta, which always blows my mind. B1 was soooooo sexualized (we stand a positive body/sexuality queen) Without them, it wouldn't be as big as it is today or even a game.
Platinum felt like it would be disrespectful to oversexualize classical Nintendo costumes, but Nintendo themselves told them to just go wild since this is Bayonetta we're talking about and sex appeal is her deal.
There were also more conservative versions of the Peach/Daisy and Samus costumes, you can see them in the art book.
Little fun fact: her base outfits are all so skin tight because they are quite literally made out of her magic hair. She made the fire to perfectly suit her body, literally. That’s why I appreciate seeing the folds on some of her other outfits, since it shows that they are actual fabric, and not just her hair.
I LOVE that scene where she just rips some decoration of the wall and turns it into a dress in SECONDS.
She is effortlessly fashion
@@XDF
In 3 ? Certainly not.
Bayonetta 1 give sexy, Bayonetta 2 gives sophisticated, Bayonetta 3 gives modesty.
Love it
I'm aligned with that summary 👌🏽
Bayonets 3 gave childish lol
@@SteelWool567 what of Bayonetta 3s design gave childish, please explain
@@TuberoseKisser I just felt it was too Lolita. To cute imo
@@SteelWool567 you def could’ve worded that better 💀 but I disagree I feel like that outfit is going for more of a sailor moon witch vibe then a skimpy one
I have The Eyes of Bayonetta art book and there is around 100 different designs/concept art for Bayonetta. And all those 100+ designs are so gorgeous and fashionable. ❤ I love all the outfits the artist drew before settling on the final OG character design.
Oh wow - I'll have to check that out. Knowing that they went through a design process that took over 1 year - it's awesome seeing that quality and attention reflected in such detailed 3D models.
@XDF They managed to get the Final Designs for the Other Characters much faster compared to Bayonetta's Design.
I really like that the concept art of human characters for the first game is very similar to fashion sketches. In the second artbook for the second game, the designs already look more like a standard concept art.
I love that Bayo went from redhead to blond and then they finally settled for brunette and that all the concepts look wildly different from one another, Shimasaki didn't just change the color of her hair, she completely shifted the way Bayo carried herself with each iteration, from her clothes to how she styled her hair down to the minimal details. I love concept art that really makes you feel the experimentation in the process.
@@Homodemon Oh, but the redhead on the prototype (the one with black clothes fighting against karate fighters lol) was just a model they already had around, and used it to get a sense of the gameplay - a placeholer, if you will.
For the standard outfits, Bayonetta 2's has to be my favourite, first off I'm a sucker for silver jewelry, and if you notice her second outfit has a lot of straight lines and cutouts, her triangular earrings, the more square medallions on her clothes, the diamond cutouts on her legs, her pointy shoulders, all those things give me a strong Art Deco vibe and I love that aesthetic, it's so elegant.
Love that Art Deco reference - I can definitely see it now that you've pointed that out 👌🏽
I adore her second game attire
Out of all the designs Bayonetta's had, her default look in 2 is my all-time favorite because it's this perfect combination of classy, sexy, and powerful. I think it's the shawl that really brings the entire look together. That and the metallic rose patterns.
Fun fact. When Platinum Games were designing the Link outfit for Bayonetta and showed the preliminary designs to Nintendo, Nintendo wanted the design to be MORE sexy because they thought the first design didn't fit Bayonetta's character.
Playing the Bayonetta games made me realize just how much of a character's personality can be shown through just their fashion choices (design, clothing, color schemes, etc). It's changed how I approach both character analysis and designing my own characters.
Great comment - thank you so much! Love the insights, thanks for sharing how Bayo has inspired you :)
I've been waiting for a video like this forever.
Mary shimazaki should run her own fashion brand
Honestly I agree - the way she designed Bayonetta is amazing
Honestly my favorite part about bayonetta is she truly is an amalgam of uniqueness and a love letter to fashion and camp. The fact that her hair is her clothing and her weapon is just peak design. Thank you for making this video gained a new sub.
Thanks for the support! And I totally agree - she has so many unique character elements truly make her one of a kind
Omg I’ve never thought about it like that! Her outfit and fashion is literally her weapon that’s such a powerful statement
It would be a shorter video, but you could also do one on Jeanne's outfits. Jeanne is Bayonetta's rival/ best friend/ sister witch/ fanon love interest. You could do Luka's outfits as well, but he's just comic relief to make Bayonetta cooler, no matter how important Bayonetta 3 wants to make him.
Definitely plan to look at Jeanne eventually 👍🏽
Luka ends up being the father of bayos only kid soooooo... not completely useless 😅
@@NaomiAlicia4242564 I just can't believe Bayonetta would have a child. Maybe its her humanity.
@@toidIllorTAmI she was born from the strongest love of all the "immortals", of course she will love someone too. It's not impossible.
And it's the only way to create more witches ! If she and Jeanne wanted to recreate their witchcraft coven, they would absolutely need to have daughters themselves...
Jeanne has even more affinity to kids than cereza, her real world job is high school teacher !
@@NaomiAlicia4242564 yes. But Bayonetta as a character wouldn't have a child because she would think it's not fabulous. Lol I know that she can have kids.
Not a lot of people talk about her fashion inspiration and it's really surprising given how much of a prominent part it is of her character design, so I especially love videos like these that focus on it. Even 3, despite it's failings in the character handling aspect itself, still manages to give us some great designs for Bayonetta (although I do feel like this time they feel way more detailed than the previous 2). Would you be willing to talk about the fashion of other characters from the series as well?
Super Mirror 3 has so much detail - I love it!
And yeah, there def seems to be some other cool designs on the rest of the characters. I'm sure some vid inspo will come to me eventually.
It doesn't seem like gamers care about fashion overall. I wrote about it and do gamer hauls, but I rarely see other people do them or never for the hauls.
How did 3 fail? It’s the best of the three
Y'all definitely didn't let me down with this video - always feels especially fulfilling when a video quickly breaks into the Ks-of-views. 🎉
The thoughtful comments mean a lot, and it's exciting finding more people who like this stuff as much as I do 😊🙌🏽
More Bayo content to come eventually - along witb plenty of other franchises obviously 🕺🏽💃🏽
can u also check out the secret costume in bayonetta 3? there is one costume you skipped accidentally
@しゅん 222 I've mentioned to a few others I'll do a Short on it. That skin wasn't in the full video footage I used.
@@XDF thanks for replying!!! I want to check out your channel after this video honestly I love your fit in this video
@@shun22222 No prob. Thank YOU for watching 🕺🏽
Will you do Jeanne outfits?
The Super Mirror B4 look needs her Abracadabra hat and cane in order to complete the look. This Bayo is meant to be a french thief /magician and it honestly works super well
Eh - still not a fav. But makes a little more sense I guess
Yeah the victorian/ high fashion masculine silhouette with the smaller yet nice tail coat look of abracadabra is great actually in darker colors.
It's her most masculine look and she rocks it.
@@XDF yeah I feel the same way. It's not something I see her wearing, plus the original Bayo 2 outfit does that same idea with the shawl so much better
"Asian Dynasty Sailor moon" perfect way to describe the Chinese Bayonetta
Yeess - glad you get where I was coming from
Fashion is definitely a big part of Bayonetta's character herself too which is amazing, one of the reasons why I love Bayonetta.
Couldn't agree more!
i love these types of videos where people apply their expertise to less conventional media. analyzing video game characters' fashion sense from a real life perspective is such a good idea, especially with how articulated you were. this video definitely helped raise my scope on little things that can be done to exaggerate certain features and make an outfit feel more complete.
Thanks for watching and sharing such thoughtful feedback 🙌🏽
I can imagine people who are really into their fashion hearing for the first time that her outfit is her hair and she can shapeshift her hair into any outfit.
And never having to ever think about the "if you could have one superpower" question ever again 😂
So true - no one has mentioned how she could also use her hair to facilitate essentially any power suit she wants 💡
I'm absolutely loving this channel. I don't know anything about fashion but I'm a fan of most of the pop culture franchises you've made videos about. I hope you keep at it and if you ever open a Patreon I'd throw down some support.
Literally always awesome to hear when folks like you enjoy the content so much. I'm finding that mentioning some of my other fav media helps me find my people on here. :)
I'm still early in my serious RUclips journey, but if/when Patreon feels like the right move - glad to know some folks would be down to support. 🙏🏽
As a fun fact, the Bayonetta 1 hair version also had the nintendo costumes, but they were exclusive to nintendo consoles, so you can't see them in pc version, xbox, ps, etc, except the fox outfit
As a dude who just wears a v-neck skinny jeans and a light jacket for 99% of the the year, your videos/great presentation really makes me wanna experiment more
Love this channel great work dude
Love that! Glad you're feeling some of that inclination.
Appreciate the support. 🙏🏽
I love your conent, it's so good that people are talking about fashion in videogames
Agreed! Thanks for the positive feedback 😀
Little fun fact: Bayonetta's first draft had her hair down and in a more covered up outfit but it did not work because we play most of the game with Bayonetta's back turned to the player (imagine just a big wall of hair and some legs, lol).
The low cutouts (especially that dramatic exposed back) were added to create more contrast against all the black and grey, same with the long white gloves. Both stylish and functional.
Loved your video ❤
Bayonetta 2 is my favorite! She very much gives Rich Auntie vibes to me. Speaking of some of her outfits from that one, it very much gives me Moschino, especially the police one. Given how they do different themes of everyday things, like their McDonalds, the lifejacket and the maid pieces in particular. Love how they love to accentuate her legs. All mini skirts and sheer black tights but still tastefully covered like you said, she gives those peeks of skin, mainly at her back. She doesn't want her breasts on display but the way she arches her back, showing off it as well, is just so 😚👌
Great descriptiveness - yes, heavy on the rich auntie vibes from Bayo 2 - I think game featured most of her best looks
I need your opinion on Jeanne’s premiere outfit from Bayonetta 3 because I love the references it implies. It’s one of my favorite designs and it is criminally slept on. I feel that it’s super fashion forward and nobody wants to accept it now, but will adore it in a few years
I'll definitely be taking a look at Jeanna eventually
I really liked this one. I have never played Bayonetta, but I’ve always admired her fashion from afar. Thank you for the backstory on her inception and what it meant for the franchise. As an aspiring developer, I find that reassuring as I’ve always paid a lot of attention to fashion.
I'm so glad you enjoyed the video - Bayonetta definitely has several interesting elements to inspire ongoing creativity
i would KILL for an analysis of the styles of Persona 5's Phantom Thieves, great content and i'm glad i found the channel
I'll get to that franchise eventually
@@XDF i happily await it!
I miss your videos. I hope you make some more when you get the chance!
Hi - yes, soon. I've just gotten so caught up with life 🙃
I’m with you about the French Bayonetta outfit; I honestly think this was more of a reference to the joke when Bayonetta joined the Smash Roster considering there was the meme going about that she looked like she could be Joker’s mom, and could be a reference to the Phantom Thieves from Persona 5.
I also feel like that there was a missed opportunity when it came to outfits, like don’t get me wrong the outfit designs were stunning but I felt there should have been more or brought back all the outfits from the previous game to Bayo 3.
Literally yes yes yes! You 1000% understand where I'm coming from with Super Mirror B4. Joker is literally the perfect way to describe the vibe
And I agree - while I love the Bayo 3 skin, Bayo 2 honestly had the majority of stronger and more interesting outfits
@@XDF seriously hope you get a chance to discuss the concept art outfits that were designed as well. Bayo 1 had a lot of alternate versions as shown in the documentary they did, there were also ones in the bayo 2 concept art book with that there are possibly ones in the bayo 3 concept art book that just now released
You mentioned Rikku and I immediately wondered if you did a FFX2 analysis and I was not disappointed.
You might look into Touhou Project. That series has a very wide variety of designs. Would advise to look up the fanart in addition to the official art as the creator ZUN is known for, and himself knows that, his artistic style is very... limited.
Also, if you like League of Legends, I'd also suggest SMITE: Battleground of the Gods.
Thanks for the suggestions.
And yeah - will eventually get to LoL - along with SMITE, which I barely discovered at the start of the year and absolutely love playing.
There is a more secret skin in Bayonetta 3 that is very adorable and well done you may love. It's her young Cereza skin the Super Mirror 0 and the way they age it up for adult Bayonetta is so well done.
I know - it just wasn't part of the video footage I found. I'll be doing a Short on it 👍🏽
@@XDF Oh cool! Cannot wait to see it! Just found your channel thanks to this vid and already adore your content
Oh my gosh, I needed this video in my life! I got literal chills watching!!
So glad you enjoyed, thanks for watching :)
Super Mirror B4 looks the best with Abracadabra, a cloak , wand and hat weapon, they double as accesories , although you can't change the color scheme for those. Super Mirror 0 Outfit from the third game is not in the video, but is definitely cute , it's giving catgirl , but done in a really Bayonetta way with the hair. ❤ Love the video btw!.
Thanks! I didn't even learn about Super Mirror 0 until after I filmed the vid, but I think it's such a great costume. I'll probably do a Short on it.
in fact the original design is made with that weapon equiped in mind
As a nerd who gets compliments on their fashion sense, when I'm literally just taking inspo from Anime/Manga/JRPGs/etc., finding this channel feels like vindication!!! AND you decided to talk about Bayonetta, one of THE most fashionable video game characters!!! Loved hearing your insight 💙
Such a great comment - thanks a bunch! :D
Great Style and loved the video. Never played Bayonetta before but I love her as a character. She just screams style and originality as well as oozing sexiness by just existing!
Yeesss - glad I'm not the only one who is able to appreciate her as character, even without playing the game
ooh i can't tell you ENOUGH how much i needed this video, i'm starting my drag character with a basis on Bayonetta and this was so helpful tysm
Yaaay - so glad the timing was so perfect 🙌🏽 Wishing you the best with your character
YESSSS BAYONETTA I love this game so much and it's perfect to analyze in terms of fashion
Yeessss - most definitely.
Love this video and what you’re doing here! Video game discourse really benefits from having your voice and observations!
Especially Nintendo discourse!
So glad you think so - thanks for enjoying the content
Great video! It was wonderful to get your take on these skins :) if you have time in the future I would adore a followup covering the outfits unique to Jeanne! She doesn't have so many that Bayonetta can't also wear, so likely a shorter video
Yes - will def take a look at Jeanne and other character eventually
Always love these vids! I've never been a very fashion conscious person, but your videos are so well explained and fun they're bringing me around to fashion design. Keep up the good work!
Thanks for the awesome feedback! I'm getting back in the content groove 🕺🏽
I'm not into fashion at all, but your video was really good. Really easy to hear you talk about style and teaching what makes something unique and cool.
Always love hearing this kind of feedback - really appreciate it
She awakened all the mommy issues I have, beat them up, and took their space just by walking in to scene.
She is such a queen! I love her design as a whole, thank you so much for this.
Lol - no problem 🕺🏽✨️
i don't know what part of the algorithm decided this was content i'd be interested in, but i'm glad it did. love this video
Very interesting video and analysis, I was looking for something like this for a while. Thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching
Something that I love about the Bayonetta 2 Metal witch skin is that they keep the spiked shoulder pads which gives it so much more dimension and avant garde. They could have just made the skin her like naked but metal but they elevated it into art.
As far as the bayonetta 3 defauly costume goes, my only change personally would be to actually open up the ends of her braids. The floral accessories at the ends look nice but I think just letting the hair on its own would add to the silhouette
I love this format of your videos
Thank you
love the fit in this one X. great video
Thank you 🫶🏽
I love those videos sm, so comfy and so passionate I love em,✨
Yay - such a delight to hear 💖
I really like Bayo 1's default outfit, it has that "OG" charm, and also places her form in the modern times while also giving off "dark witch" vibes. The next outfit I like is from another character (Bayo 2's Balder), he has that peacock theme while also exuding grace and agility, all within the silhouette of a "sorcerer", something not exactly found from the other "sages" on popular media.
If you're looking for the next "fashion review" material, if I may suggest, probably one of the popular Gacha games (Punishing: Gray Raven comes to mind with all their characters skins, as well as Tears of Themis for more male fashion) :)
Looking forward to the next one! :D
Interesting perspective - I can dig it
I've said this in your comments before, but im so glad these character designers are getting the read they DESERVE for their gorgeous, fashion-forward designs. Just because a model isn't wearing them, doesn't mean that the outfits are not *S T U N N I N G*
I especially love your last sentence. Exactly right - but the fashion world is slowly catching up to realize that.
It’s very nice to meet you just so happen to notice your channel because you were talking about Bayonetta I don’t really see many people interested in games like you like but you are it shows you’re just like everyone else Despite your beautiful looks and banality you’re a kind and awesome person😊
Thanks Ashton - I appreciate the thoughtful feedback 🙏🏽 😊
@@XDF your welcome 🤗
I love your analysis in these videos, but I also really love seeing what outfit you put together for them! Great look & video, as always
Thanks for appreciating all of the video elements - I really appreciate the support 🙏🏽 🙌🏽
Really great analysis ❤
Thank you!
The diamond shaped decorations on the front of each hip serves as buttons and the knot in the back can be pulled off, then the lower part can be push down like leggings 💅
Oooo - thanks for the specific bit of insight 👍🏽
I been waiting for this video!!!!
I hope in the future maybe you can take a look at some of the concept art for bayo and maybe jeanne too! I'm in love with her fashion taste
Yeeesss
Great video! I was looking for kind of this, bc I recently got really into sowing and making my own cloth. Thank you💜
I LOVED THIS VIDEO!!! Amazing
Thanks a lot!
It's always really interesting to hear your thoughts on the outfits, especially because I find our opinions aligning on a lot of stuff (e.g. the Bayonetta 2 default being one of her best costumes, purple being a top-tier color, stockings are always great, etc.) Don't forget her glasses, though! They're a really important part of her look.
It might also be useful to look at her costumes from the first game in terms of aligning strongly with a number of types of classic fetish looks from Japanese gravure and AV, although whether this was intended to be played straight (i.e. to give the players the fanservice they want) or more as a deconstruction (i.e. using the designs to reclaim the looks for a character who wore them for herself, not for an audience) is a lot more debatable. But, as others have pointed out, there are definitely themes at play with her selection of outfits in each of the three games.
Commenting again cuz i was just shown one of your shorts. Hope all is well and youre successful in whatever it is yoire doing.
Finally back in action - sincerely appreciate the patience and support
LOVEDDDDD this deep dive ❤
What I really appreciate Bayonetta is the emphasis on strength in femininity throughout the game- a lot of her looks are great, but her formal Umbra hairsuits exist for combat while still being stylish. The gorgeous chain details are more than just flair; those chains are used to bind demons to her whims, and I think it gives us a very visceral window to look into how every aspect of her design is not only meant to be sexy, but dangerous. Her life is doomed to an eternity of combat, yet she flourishes and uses her situation to her advantage to live her life to the fullest.
Love the thoughtful summarization of her style - her fashion is definitely functional for her purposes
@@XDF I think it just shows the research that went into the worldbuilding that people don't always give her credit for. Bayonetta was a small-time developer's first action classic, and yet EVERYONE knows who she is, because she is a testament to every aspect of being a Superstar; she's iconic manifest. This is who she is unapologetically, and she doesn't have to be a man in any sense to
be any more deadlyz
What i love most about bayonetta 2 is her short hair, she pulls off that pixie haircut so well. :)
Yeess - it looks SO good on her
I loved your analysis on this and can’t wait to see more. Funnily enough the last one was my favorite of the bunch, but I understand how it just doesn’t work in all the colors. Definitely check out more of the other outfits for her and concept art for alternative versions because they have some interesting changes and ideas not just for Bayo but for other characters as well. If possible I’d like to see your thoughts on some of the outfits for Link from Botw and Totk since there are a few that look really neat. Cant wait to see more content.
Thanks for the feedback and suggestions. I'll have to take a look and if anything sparks
YEEESSS!! ANOTHER FASHION VIDEO!!
Yeeessss
QPOC + GAMIING + FASHION PLATFORMS ON RUclips????? IT'S A NEW DAWN Y'ALL
This is our time to shine! ✨️
XDF I looooveeee your videos so so much!! As a fan of anime and video games and also fashion I'm just so happy listening your comments and analyze of each outfits!! Been binge watching your videos since I missed some of it! And I really love it.
Just a weird recommendation for me tho, maybe you can do a video for villains costume and look in power rangers (especially Japanese tokusatsu & power rangers) as they look very camp-y and interesting (at least for me) and villains in other animes or video games, maybe like Sailor Moon?
Yesssss I love this!! I would love to see you do a fashion analysis on Nana :D
Yes - will definitely cover Nana eventually
this channel is now my home❤
Welcome!
u should do a vid on the Umbran Elegances next! The Rakshasa one in particular is so prettyy
I saw you respond to a comment recommending Touhou, and I’ll vouch for it. BUT! I have another suggestion- Library of Ruina and Limbus Company, which take place in the same universe. There’s not much for fan service, but for the dark, grungy, industrial setting, there’s some REALLY cool outfits there.
Haha im not a fashion man. This video was just suggested and i was curious. But i did enjoy your video. Her fun sexy attitude made me love the game but you kind of open my eyes to another huge point of her character that i failed to paid attention too, and feel gives me more to appreciate with her character.
I'm so glad the video could help shed some more light on the awesomeness of Bayonetta. Thanks for giving the video a chance 🙌🏽
Didn't know I needed this lol ❤
Bless - thanks for watching 🙌🏽
Thank you so much abt the bayo 3 outfit 😭🙏🙏🙏🙏 I feel like everyone hates on it so much for no reason
It's literally so elaborate and interesting. I don't see how people could hate it
@@XDF honestly
I know for me personally, its something about the braids being right beside the shoulder puffs that makes her top half look blocky at certain angles but I definitely don't hate the look, it a nice call back to Litter Cereza lol just a bit awkward compared to every other custume
Again, another grand slam, your content just magnetizes me and I could almost hardly care about fashion lmfao, course I don't leave the house without thinking about what I wear but not nearly with as much descriptiveness and attention to detail as you. Keep on posting! I love this shit 👌
Oh but uh personal request, could you consider lowering the volume of your intro a little? for me I have to turn you up when I listen to your videos, and then your intro explodes my ears, not that I don't like it though lol. Buena Suerte 🍀
Thanks for the feedback! I kinda always noticed that the video intro was a little louder - but didn't know it get extra loud on some speakers 🤭👍🏽
I love Bayo's Sunday best dress. Peak elegance ♥️♥️♥️
It really truly is
Super mirror B1 from Bayo3 is my fav ❤
I really like that one too!
This is everything! So much style knowledge, so much designer knowledge. Actual thoughtful critique. You are my new fave! Genshin style analysis please 🙏🏾
Glad you enjoy the content. Genshin will definitely be covered eventually
Fantastic 💫
Thanks!
This is awesome thank you
Glad you enjoyed
I'd love it if you did a review for Uma Musume whether you watched it or not, the Idol Fashion mixed with Horse Racing are really something to take a gander on!
Great review as always!
Definitely would love to hear what you think about Jeanne, viola, and Lukas outfits
I'll do another Bayo video eventually.
Found this randomly and glad I did!
Awesome! :D
all the outfits ate
Pretty much
I want a part two with the concept art books and the multiverse Bayonettas from Bayonetta 3. Also bayonetta origins. 😍
Thanks for the suggestions
I was surprised how much XDF liked the Peach/Daisy costumes from B2 tbh, I always found the skirt to be to frilled out, which I understand is because it's an action game and her legs need to be seen and have room to move but I feel like they could have at least gone the route of Dress A/B where they just put slits in the dress. Basically I just wanted Bayo to be in full Peach/Daisy cosplay XD
Would love to see analysis of other video game outfits.
A full peach/daisy cosplay-esque look would have def looked majestic on Bayo - but I can't help but appreciate a mature/cutesy spin on the looks
Rosa has the best outfit
It is very interesting indeed
Thank you for dedicating the time to put that difficult shirt on for us lol I am so grateful to grow up with such a Powerful, Sexy and Independent idol like Bayonetta.
Not sure if you discussed Lollypop Chainsaw but she is Bayonetta's tween sister if anything lol
Glad I was able to highlight this style queen
Hun you should do KOF character design and costumes. very stylish characters in that franchise. youd love some looks.
Definitely on the horizon eventually
Interesting and Inspiring content. keep making more please 😘 Fan from Hong Kong
Thank you
Metal Witch is the most camp Bayonetta costume for me, haha
Lol - it's so random 😅
The metal costume is based off of dural, a virtua fighter character. I'm surprised you didn't mention the perfumes you use in tandem with the weapons! Like the perfume with rakshasa gives her a an Indian inspired skirt and head cover or the numchuchs giver her a wraparound pants with crop top!
If wearing less / more revealing clothing is body confidence, do you think wearing less / more natural makeup is face confidence? Real question lol just curious what people think. I'm really glad my friend recommended this channel to me btw, you got an instant sub from me 😊
Super Mirror B4 makes more sense when she using her special weapon 😭
she gets a top hat and a wand(also change her gesture)
I noticed that in finding video clips - still not a fav, but I get the concept I guess
No word other than beautiful allowed to describe bayonetta, she slay in everything she wear. Also you didn't talk about Super mirror 0
Yes - Bayonetta is very beautiful
Funny that her og outfit designs like Umbra, the fabric is literally her hair
True
I would love to see you take a look at Jeanne and some other side characters in another video
Yep - I'm sure I'll circle back to that eventually
Sewper entertaining and highly professional. Your content is mad dope and I’m excited to see what’s to come and follow the journey. Shit I started mine too lol. I’ll see you at the top⚡️
Love that energy dude - thanks a lot. Wishing you all the best with your content journey!
Seeing these costumes, the schoolgirl one especially, is really interesting. She's sexy but very suave and mature. The designs don't feel as exploitatively sexualized as the presentation of other characters in my opinion. I don't really know what makes me feel that way, probably just how she serves confidence and power like mad, but it's not like my opinion on this matters as a non-woman lol.
I definitely agree