When working renaissance faires we had our own version of "I found it in a bunker" (with an event that tried to compete with Wasteland Weekend theirs was "I found it in a crashed truck" when justifying off-the-rack surplus clothing, or my favorite "We aren't trying to be Wasteland Weekend")...you'd have someone show up in your guild with something much too fancy for their social status and her them say "I got it off a dead Spaniard."
On your last point, I attend Dystopia Rising and we have a stain called a Vegasian, which is essentially how you'd see a Vegas street rat after the apocalypse. Bright(wannabe) colors, gross clashes in colors, terrible patterns, jewelry that has been broken and put back together, and other nasty things.
I think it was on the various event types making sure that you matched your costuming to the event and trying new things. Continuing with the example of Dystopia Rising there is so much variety in the various Strains and communities that there is almost no costume that can't fit the world if you play the right Strain and concept. Seriously you can have a shield wall that runs the gamut from scrap metal medieval inspired gear to guys wearing furs, leather, and flowers to someone in camo with bits of armor hanging from a military harness (I have actually seen this fighting formation). Also someone may have a different interpretation of a Strain, like with the above Vegasian example maybe they prefer dressing in loose billowing clothes designed to breath and be cool in a very hot area while not exposing skin to the sun.
Your skills are great, but your mentoring is astounding! I watched your videos 2 years ago and it inspired me to make my first post apocalyptic costume. It was so-so, but making it was a LOT of fun. And here I am working on a second costume and watching your videos again! Appreciate your enthusiasm and empowering others to run with theirs!
I bought a black leather jacket nearly 30 years that I have held onto. I'm going to Wasteland it and it will be part of my night gear. It would definitely be too warm for the hot days. I am just starting to conceive my costume idea. This video will help set me on the right path. Many thanks.
My first cosplay was better then I expected Gas mask, Brown and black Poncho, Belt with a revolver, Steel toe boots, Bow and quiver, Purple padded glove on my right hand, Archery glove one my left hand, Camelback backpack, Medic bag on my belt, 2 Flashlights (One heavy duty and one for everyday use), Night vision binoculars (Grade 3 laser), Light blue shirt, Woodland camo sweat pants, 3 Swiss army knifes (One big one medium and one small), Compact survival stove (Idk what to call it), Small pot, 4 MRE's, 3 water pouches and 4 gas cubes for the stove. I had everything already I think I made a good cosplay it was hot as hell to wear but overall it was fun.
I'm only just starting to get into this hobby, and I just wanted to thank you for this video. You've got a great approach to sharing information in a positive way.
*PIRATE APOCALYPSE?!* OH, BOI, YOU DON'T KNOW WHAT YOU'VE JUST STARTED. I guess I know what I'll be doing next. About black stuff... I've used a black coat for a costume-cosplay. It's from a book about an inquisitor Mordimer Madderdin. It's a fantasy book series, and one of the few distinct characteristics of this character is a wide brim hat and a black cape with a silver cross. I tried to do a postapo version of that, and it almost worked. Almost, because when I tried to distress it (the coat), it didn't exactly work well... Any physical destruction went ok, but dirtying it was a pain and I still didn't achieve a good result. But it was mainly for a fantasy convention Pyrkon, not a larp. If it were for a larp, I'd put much more effort into it to make it look good. But then it would be way more work than it's worth. I've used a lot of black paint just to attach any dirt to it, then some old poster paint (the stuff that children use in school art lessons xD) to add highlights and to paint the cross, and then I applied a few light strokes of sky blue spray paint that I had leftover from a previous cosplay for some more highlights and to add dimension to it. I'm not exactly satisfied with it, especially wht some of the red-ish stuff, a bit too concentrated in some places, but I had to finish it in two days xD Never make your costumes right before the event. Overall I'd give it a 6/10 (3/5 due to fractional shortening). It's a pass, but I'll make it better for the 2018 Pyrkon. Or I'd make something else, dunno. I've posted a short video on my channel where I show it. I won't throw it away completely, I think I'll just get some proper non-black paint (which was all I had atm xD) and better dust. Using old poster paint was not a good idea. Luckily, that stuff can be washed completely, so I can start from scratch :3 (I've learned that the hard way - I washed my clothes almost right before the event, which meant that I had to rush and remake it in a bit over a day xD That's why it doesn't look as good as it could). Black is a bitch if you want it dirty. And 100% polyester coats are a bitch to distress, both with dirt and with destruction, I've spent a bit over 4 days trying to distress it, and it still looks worse than 100% cotton, green pants on which I've spent only like 2-3hours :/ As for camo... well, it's not that simple. What I've noticed is that Postapo community is harsh on camo stuff, because it's too military looking, and it's all "from the bunker". But here's the thing - walk around in public, and I guarantee you, you'll see someone in camo. Not necessarily full on military stuff, but there are pants in camo even in mainstream shops. A lot of metalheads wear camo pants. It's very common. I know, that dislike of modern camo is from newbies that are into airsoft and have played some stalker and think a gasmask, camo uniform and maybe a bandage on the arm is enough, but if distressed properly it's not that bad, especially when it comes to pants. It would actually be easier to find those than heavy duty military belts xD Although it's faaaar easier to make some stuff look good, like old, 1960-1980's army surplus gear rather than modern camo, which would be even harder than with black stuff, I guess
i somehow also aways end up makign at least SOME clothes 1 minute before the event ;:D every effin time haha.. and yeah @ camo.. but its never about "realism"... in fact, on a fantasy event i went to this summer i played an eastern guy.. but didnt take my shemagh - they probably exiosted back then, but a shemagh just LOOKS liek "modern punk / US operator in afghanistan / hipster fashion guy" accessoire.. so yeah.. sometimes the more "realistic" thign is to be less literalyl realistic .D
So since the newest upload with the shoulderpad, I've started rewatching some older videos and... This one was just 6 months ago? It feels like 2yrs at least. Also - just a bit over two months ago I started making a Post Apocalyptic Pirate costume for Pyrkon 2018, totally forgot that you mentioned it in this video xD
With black stuff (even my hair, which is too shiny-black for post-apocalyptic realism) I've found campfire ashes are a good way to make blackness look worn and weathered. Ashes can also add texture when affixed in layers and coated with clear spray on fabric, and with hairspray on anything where you want the look to be temporary and removable.
The best place to find base layer things for your costumes is the thrift store. I found some jeans a shirt, tons of belts and a military jacket for my costume and together they all cost under $15.
I used an old army jacket and joggers in camo print that ended up getting so torn up after paintball and hunting and cleaning the after hunt that honestly it’s making it out to be a great upcycle to use it in my first wastelander outfit. Have redyed both with tans before throwing it into the dirt and dust some more and it took pretty well on both. Although I am making a large patch on the back that says “northern hunteress” with a deer skull using my embroidery machine. The camo is kinda seen but unless you’re really looking at it you can’t see it under the redye job Love the video btw!
Nice video and very good tips! Also if you are afraid to purchase a dedicated piece of costume (like trousers/shirt/jacket/etc) bc of the cost go to vintage market, buy used clothes, upcycle that oltre shirt that is lying unused in your wardrobe for years: is cost effective and probably is already a little distressed. Didn't watch yet the other video, so I don't know if you already mention this. Also, distressing and destroying things for your costume is kind of therapeutic if you tear apart the fabric thinking of whatever made you angry that day 🤣
Thrift stores and good will are great for easy throw away clothes to use and sometimes you can find cool old stuff that gives your outfit an extra bit of character. And also if you ruin some of your normal clothes while working or whatever you can save them for your outfit. Military surplus stores and scrap yards are great too. My stuff isn't super dirty but the pants are definitely stained from years of being used for work in the army and in my jobs after. But everything is a bit distressed and in many cases like big rips I've made serviceable but kinda rough looking repairs with patches of random material frome cloth to old rubber, wire, thread or duct tape . I feel like a survivor would try to maintain their equipment as much as possible even if it's not in the most ideal way. I just prefer to not be super crusty looking like I crawled out of a mud pit a few hours ago but to each their own. 🙂
I'm working on a costume for a paintball event next year. I can honestly say your tips have helped tremendously! I am a huge fan of post apocalyptic ideas, so all of the videos you have made are very useful for directions. I love artistic things but don't get to experiment with it much. However this is something as you say, I can be very very creative with. Thanks for all the videos! One last point, the "scavenger" mindset you talked about has kinda taken over my mind lol when I see an object I think of what I can use it for haha
I'm thinking about putting together some german WWI uniform stuff, like a modern chest rig over a ripped up trench coat and a dented fake rusted picklehaube and some more modern stuff and carry a fake mp-08 and if I make a car it would be a van with a pop up machine gun nest and iron crosses on the side and have it armored to look like some sort of armored car from WWI but it's like if a reenactor was in the apocalypse
Like blank fire guns on the car and the one I carry because we could start two WWI tribes at WW and have me (germans) and someone else (British) and everyone would wear appoclipseised WWI uniforms and we could fight out in the desert and the blank fires look and sound like real guns but they're barrels aren't strong enough for a real bullet to go in, they would shatter, but take blanks which are essentially real bullets but without the part that shoots out, it only makes a fire and makes an explosion so basically a real gun that is exactly like a real gun but it just doesn't fire a projectile.
The best way to distress your clothes is to do it naturally and be real. Like spend time in the woods, on the streets, in the rain, ect. and wear the same clothes over and over again and don't wash them. Have a punk rock themed haircut or don't cut your hair at all. Ect.
The most people think about post apokalyptik Outfit they must have the look at a time 100-400 years after the big bang. What about the time 2-30 years after the big bang? Thats the best time for beginners
Regarding 5:30. Oh no , it's not just post-apocalypse genre that try to wear their normal department store clothes. I can tell you for a fact that vintage, gothic Lolita, mori kei, and steampunk people attempt to wear normal street clothes for alternative fashion at some point or another. Because they just discovered it and don't know better or they are so excited to get started they pull on the closest thing they own.
personally I'm Just starting and have made a plan... only for the mechanisms and only like the general shape and size for specific pieces so i can make the weapon and multip purpose armour parts. like the internals i mean.
My roommate and I are doing medieval fantasy larp and Victorian Gothic/Steampunk larp, but it helps to see how we can apply it to the ones we're doing but I really want to do a post apocalyptic larp
for a freind, huh? like those pr0n videos you bring back to the rental "for a friend"? :PPPP anyway not much to know. ask yourself "is my camo stuff looking like a lazy excuse, especially for the setting im working for right now?", and if yes , then ur doing it wrong :D also if you are asking the question, it means you should just stick to avoiding it for now, until it becomes aparent to you how it can be used without the "army shop noob" look... or go with the army shop noob look, but i warned you :D
This vid is epic! so much advice, I do Steampunk and make props, just started a Post Apoc idea, my plan is , Look what i have if the world goes to hell. what would I do? then as a fan of weathering, I have a habit of just leaving stuff hanging in the garden for a while, rain and weather is a great start to weathering :D It just takes patience :)
Hello! What tips would you give somone (me) that want to have a costume that is more medival themed ( my setlement have gone back to medival in setting and tech...) i really like the idé from doomsday that som settlers found an old museum/stone ruin/fortress and started to clad them self in fullplate armour! So yeah basicly what can one do to make a medival/fantasy armour work in the post apocalypse?
Senior snail hello, from the waste's of oklahoma, i had a question about the costume in the intro of this video. The lady has an shoulder pad u made it looks like terry cloth or old bath towel, how did you distress it? It looks like literal mud and maybe grease? But if i was to wash it after a larp or festival i want it to stay permanent.
Soooo... Basically build a foundation for the outfit, get to a point where your comfortable, slowly ease into accepting constructive criticism, knock down the "building", go back to the foundation, build it up again but better with the skills you've gained and helpful ideas you've been given by supportive people, Rinse and repeat? And continue that process untill you get YOUR personal perfect outfit, your "Magnum Opas" persay, and then if you want to take those skills and join other communities that you find interesting before using the skills you gain in said communities to improve all your outfits and props?
I watched this video for Halloween costume inspiration because I've always made very elaborate, even theatrical grade Halloween costumes for my (now grown) kids and myself. You have good info and I appreciate it. However I had no idea there was general post-ap larping. I know what larping is, but I'm 53 and we didn't have that when I was young. But I want to do that now, the post-ap stuff. What would I Google to find something like that near me? I had been planning on joining the SCA but this takes precedence because it could be a lot better. Also are there older folks my age at those things? Thanks in advance for the info.
I'm 49 and just recently found PA after years in SCA...yes, it's lot more fun to me, in fact there are also many former and current SCAers involved. I've had no trouble finding folks my age at events
I have some old military bdu jackets would this fit into the issue of camo pattens? I kind of wish to use them since I no longer am in the military and they are quite comfortable for the environment I will be in.
Feel like most of this is common sense and repeated information. Would love see the actual process in how you make your armor pieces/costume sets. Show off some pieces to give inspiration and insight on actually constructing the art that you do!
got a question: is there a way to make your own larp gear if you live in a house where there is barely room to swing a sword and don't have access to many tools I'm planning to go to future end in a few years (I would now but I am still a few years the wrong side of 18) and its based on post apocalypse superheroes and need to know some tips for my outfit
Und hast du vielleicht irgendwelche Hinweise für ein „elegantes“ Kostüm ? Ich habe alte kaputte schwarze Anzugschuhe, alte Anzughosen und eine alte seidene Weste mit einem großem Loch in der Seite. Ich brauche noch ein weises Hemd und einen passenden Hut dazu. Könntest du ein Video für so ein Kostüm machen ? Oder wenigstens mir ein paar Tipps dazu geben ?
I'm sorry, but I have to disagree about the Camo. The first time camo was used in war, or at least attempted to was in the 1800's. However, camo has effectively been used in combat since WW2. In a realistic setting, any sort of military clothing would actually be worth gold, specifically because it offers protection against the environment (Hence why guerrilla fighters, hunters and survivalists often flock to it). I do get what you're saying, it would be awkward seeing someone show up in camo that was just established like a month ago or something like that, but there is a plethora of old camo out there that lots of people probably don't even realize existed. Here's a list of some camo used pre-1990's (some either recently being decommissioned or still in use): WW2 Camo: Sumpftarn Camo Splinter Camo Splinter B Camo Oakleaf Camo Blurred Edge Camo Plane Tree Camo HBT Dot Camo Autumn Oakleaf Camo Italian Camo US HBT Camo 1960's Camo British Disruptive Pattern (1960-2016) US Tiger Stripe Camo (1964-Present) Other Pre-90's US Woodland Camo (1981-2005)
No worries, I think it's awesome, this is Travis, you made that chest piece for me a while back. Still haven't been able to use it, life and work keeps getting in the way. But I still love it.
I'm currently playing a mutant by the name "Albert" in blodsband reloaded. I haven't done too much weathering to it, but I really like the parts that I managed to find on different pawn shops/2:nd hand imgur.com/a/XfjUS People have called me freddy kruger/90s cartoon thug. I love it.
Nate Moriarty use bleach, wash it with too much tumble drying, try adding holes etc and then patching them up, if possible leave it in the sun to bleach naturally if you live in a sunny area.
one thing that bugs me with costumes is the constant inclusion of gas masks. yes, they look cool, and yes, I DO collect them, but you need a reason for it, not just to have one. if you're gonna have a mask, have a story with it, maybe you're lungs were damaged and you need the mask to stay alive, or wear it some of the time. and also, make sure you aren't using soviet era filters.
Well they sort of self-justify themselves, in a post-nuclear apocalypse a gas mask would help filter out radioactive fallout, so pretty much everybody would have a reason to wear one.
well that is true, but i'm talking all over, you almost always see a gas mas k for no reason. I saw a short film a while back "Elegy" and the main guy is wearing a mask while no one else is. it's just a ridiculously overused cliche
I understand your viewpoint, I'm not a huge gas mask fan myself, but there's a legitimate reasoning behind wearing one in a post-nuke world, and if you're the only one wearing one (like in Elegy), it's probably because you're lucky enough to have found one, not everybody has em just laying around. So in short, you don;t have to like it, but it makes sense as far as protecting yourself against whatever destruction your apocalypse has left behind, whether that's fallout, chemicals, just dust, or whatever. Obviously something like a Walking Dead setting makes less sense for gas masks, but most apocs kind of give survivors a reason for it. Also, they look cool, and if people making costumes want to use them, why not, practical, and cool, that's how we roll in the end of the world!
well the thing is, there doesn't seem to be a reason for him to be wearing one. I agree of course that they work for the costumes, and I tend to include one in mine, just because it adds a nice aesthetic. I simply prefer it when there is a story behind the mask. As a mask collector, these things bother me a bit
Totally understand mate, story maybe doesn't explain it well if I remember, but the description does tell us that "nature evolved to kill humans" so I suppose the main character is attempting to survive in a biosphere that doesn't appreciate his existence. But yes, as a filmmaker I totally vibe with the "if it doesn't serve the story, why is it there" aspect.
You are dead on about the let it go mindset and accept criticism so you can grow. In a real situation gear is always evolving and more so at an accelerated rate. Things tear. New pieces are added. New functionality are discovered.
:D well ppl say i look more postapo in everyday life than most ppl on larps :D i duno man for me, modded UF Pro striker gen2 pants + dirty shirt are just standard by now :D
I always get excited when a youtuber writes me on. And im currently also looking to get smth apocalyptic to wear to go out with the boys and such (cant for work since i have a work uniform and for school max i can do is BDU pants with somewhat bootslooking shoes, but more streetwear) I usually wore military like clothes in my life so far, say, boots, cargo/BDU Pants, army jackets, etc and i love apocalyptic and militarystyles the same, apocalyptic maybe even more. I didnt expect to get that excited to actually type more than a sentence.
But you still are more special than another non famous person, because (more) people actually know you and what you do. I as example dont even know what the fuck i am doing.
When working renaissance faires we had our own version of "I found it in a bunker" (with an event that tried to compete with Wasteland Weekend theirs was "I found it in a crashed truck" when justifying off-the-rack surplus clothing, or my favorite "We aren't trying to be Wasteland Weekend")...you'd have someone show up in your guild with something much too fancy for their social status and her them say "I got it off a dead Spaniard."
hahaahahaaha :D
Did they happen to have 6 fingers on their right hand?
I found this video in a bunker.
Hey I saw you comment on a video once xD
elma the eater of cream bread - First of all, I totally forgot this comment existed. Second, of all what, why do you recognize me from somewhere?
@@chec8timi355 I forgot what video
elma the eater of cream bread - Yeah but why do you know that
@@chec8timi355 nvm mind this is going to go on forever
Wait, you're not supposed to wear patchy, wartorn clothing in everyday life? Man, I've been doing things wrong for years!
Ha ha I actually stress test by sleeping in y gear.
On your last point, I attend Dystopia Rising and we have a stain called a Vegasian, which is essentially how you'd see a Vegas street rat after the apocalypse. Bright(wannabe) colors, gross clashes in colors, terrible patterns, jewelry that has been broken and put back together, and other nasty things.
i dont remember what my last point was, but what you have described sounds awesome :D
I think it was on the various event types making sure that you matched your costuming to the event and trying new things. Continuing with the example of Dystopia Rising there is so much variety in the various Strains and communities that there is almost no costume that can't fit the world if you play the right Strain and concept. Seriously you can have a shield wall that runs the gamut from scrap metal medieval inspired gear to guys wearing furs, leather, and flowers to someone in camo with bits of armor hanging from a military harness (I have actually seen this fighting formation). Also someone may have a different interpretation of a Strain, like with the above Vegasian example maybe they prefer dressing in loose billowing clothes designed to breath and be cool in a very hot area while not exposing skin to the sun.
DR sounds rly fun :)
Dystopia Rising is pretty awesome. We've got a caravan driving down to arkansas next weekend to play.
Jeremiah Nitzschke gosh, I'm in Bravo and I thought about going to Arkansas but I just can't make it there this time around
I can't tell if he was being serious or joking about removing his underwear in front of the stranger
Beowulf! Adapt ! Fight naked.Savage!
Your skills are great, but your mentoring is astounding! I watched your videos 2 years ago and it inspired me to make my first post apocalyptic costume. It was so-so, but making it was a LOT of fun. And here I am working on a second costume and watching your videos again! Appreciate your enthusiasm and empowering others to run with theirs!
thanks :) hope your costume improved a lot? :) post to my FB!
I bought a black leather jacket nearly 30 years that I have held onto. I'm going to Wasteland it and it will be part of my night gear. It would definitely be too warm for the hot days. I am just starting to conceive my costume idea. This video will help set me on the right path. Many thanks.
My first cosplay was better then I expected
Gas mask, Brown and black Poncho, Belt with a revolver, Steel toe boots, Bow and quiver, Purple padded glove on my right hand, Archery glove one my left hand, Camelback backpack, Medic bag on my belt, 2 Flashlights (One heavy duty and one for everyday use), Night vision binoculars (Grade 3 laser), Light blue shirt, Woodland camo sweat pants, 3 Swiss army knifes (One big one medium and one small), Compact survival stove (Idk what to call it), Small pot, 4 MRE's, 3 water pouches and 4 gas cubes for the stove.
I had everything already I think I made a good cosplay it was hot as hell to wear but overall it was fun.
I used my regular boots for everyday use, and distressed it so naturally by walking, mud and dust, they completely fell to pieces.
same here for boots, they are an exception regarding this stuffd really. the only item that distresses itself
You're a great animator!
1:24 I recognize that accreditation and runway - it's OldTown!
DefectiveCactusBox yeah i also paused that video and wondered :D
Eventhough i dont remember that specific place the pic was taken
My apocalyptic costume is the clothes an stuff I wear upon a daily basis. I'm homeless so of course I look like a wasteland reject.
I'm only just starting to get into this hobby, and I just wanted to thank you for this video. You've got a great approach to sharing information in a positive way.
*PIRATE APOCALYPSE?!* OH, BOI, YOU DON'T KNOW WHAT YOU'VE JUST STARTED. I guess I know what I'll be doing next.
About black stuff... I've used a black coat for a costume-cosplay. It's from a book about an inquisitor Mordimer Madderdin. It's a fantasy book series, and one of the few distinct characteristics of this character is a wide brim hat and a black cape with a silver cross. I tried to do a postapo version of that, and it almost worked. Almost, because when I tried to distress it (the coat), it didn't exactly work well... Any physical destruction went ok, but dirtying it was a pain and I still didn't achieve a good result. But it was mainly for a fantasy convention Pyrkon, not a larp. If it were for a larp, I'd put much more effort into it to make it look good. But then it would be way more work than it's worth. I've used a lot of black paint just to attach any dirt to it, then some old poster paint (the stuff that children use in school art lessons xD) to add highlights and to paint the cross, and then I applied a few light strokes of sky blue spray paint that I had leftover from a previous cosplay for some more highlights and to add dimension to it. I'm not exactly satisfied with it, especially wht some of the red-ish stuff, a bit too concentrated in some places, but I had to finish it in two days xD Never make your costumes right before the event. Overall I'd give it a 6/10 (3/5 due to fractional shortening). It's a pass, but I'll make it better for the 2018 Pyrkon. Or I'd make something else, dunno. I've posted a short video on my channel where I show it. I won't throw it away completely, I think I'll just get some proper non-black paint (which was all I had atm xD) and better dust. Using old poster paint was not a good idea. Luckily, that stuff can be washed completely, so I can start from scratch :3 (I've learned that the hard way - I washed my clothes almost right before the event, which meant that I had to rush and remake it in a bit over a day xD That's why it doesn't look as good as it could).
Black is a bitch if you want it dirty. And 100% polyester coats are a bitch to distress, both with dirt and with destruction, I've spent a bit over 4 days trying to distress it, and it still looks worse than 100% cotton, green pants on which I've spent only like 2-3hours :/
As for camo... well, it's not that simple. What I've noticed is that Postapo community is harsh on camo stuff, because it's too military looking, and it's all "from the bunker". But here's the thing - walk around in public, and I guarantee you, you'll see someone in camo. Not necessarily full on military stuff, but there are pants in camo even in mainstream shops. A lot of metalheads wear camo pants. It's very common. I know, that dislike of modern camo is from newbies that are into airsoft and have played some stalker and think a gasmask, camo uniform and maybe a bandage on the arm is enough, but if distressed properly it's not that bad, especially when it comes to pants. It would actually be easier to find those than heavy duty military belts xD Although it's faaaar easier to make some stuff look good, like old, 1960-1980's army surplus gear rather than modern camo, which would be even harder than with black stuff, I guess
i somehow also aways end up makign at least SOME clothes 1 minute before the event ;:D every effin time haha..
and yeah @ camo.. but its never about "realism"... in fact, on a fantasy event i went to this summer i played an eastern guy.. but didnt take my shemagh - they probably exiosted back then, but a shemagh just LOOKS liek "modern punk / US operator in afghanistan / hipster fashion guy" accessoire.. so yeah.. sometimes the more "realistic" thign is to be less literalyl realistic .D
So since the newest upload with the shoulderpad, I've started rewatching some older videos and... This one was just 6 months ago? It feels like 2yrs at least. Also - just a bit over two months ago I started making a Post Apocalyptic Pirate costume for Pyrkon 2018, totally forgot that you mentioned it in this video xD
With black stuff (even my hair, which is too shiny-black for post-apocalyptic realism) I've found campfire ashes are a good way to make blackness look worn and weathered. Ashes can also add texture when affixed in layers and coated with clear spray on fabric, and with hairspray on anything where you want the look to be temporary and removable.
When you see somone wearing camo, it failed
Nice novel
The best place to find base layer things for your costumes is the thrift store. I found some jeans a shirt, tons of belts and a military jacket for my costume and together they all cost under $15.
yep. that or flea markets
I used an old army jacket and joggers in camo print that ended up getting so torn up after paintball and hunting and cleaning the after hunt that honestly it’s making it out to be a great upcycle to use it in my first wastelander outfit. Have redyed both with tans before throwing it into the dirt and dust some more and it took pretty well on both. Although I am making a large patch on the back that says “northern hunteress” with a deer skull using my embroidery machine. The camo is kinda seen but unless you’re really looking at it you can’t see it under the redye job Love the video btw!
Nice video and very good tips!
Also if you are afraid to purchase a dedicated piece of costume (like trousers/shirt/jacket/etc) bc of the cost go to vintage market, buy used clothes, upcycle that oltre shirt that is lying unused in your wardrobe for years: is cost effective and probably is already a little distressed. Didn't watch yet the other video, so I don't know if you already mention this.
Also, distressing and destroying things for your costume is kind of therapeutic if you tear apart the fabric thinking of whatever made you angry that day 🤣
Pirate apocalypse... soooo like Waterworld then?
hmm... now that u say that.. yes but with more hats!
"Sunk cost fallacy" - THIS! THIS THIS THIS! Preach it brother!
AMEN!
I'm sure it also goes with blindly spending money and hoping it works without a real plan.
Thrift stores and good will are great for easy throw away clothes to use and sometimes you can find cool old stuff that gives your outfit an extra bit of character. And also if you ruin some of your normal clothes while working or whatever you can save them for your outfit. Military surplus stores and scrap yards are great too. My stuff isn't super dirty but the pants are definitely stained from years of being used for work in the army and in my jobs after. But everything is a bit distressed and in many cases like big rips I've made serviceable but kinda rough looking repairs with patches of random material frome cloth to old rubber, wire, thread or duct tape . I feel like a survivor would try to maintain their equipment as much as possible even if it's not in the most ideal way. I just prefer to not be super crusty looking like I crawled out of a mud pit a few hours ago but to each their own. 🙂
I'm working on a costume for a paintball event next year. I can honestly say your tips have helped tremendously! I am a huge fan of post apocalyptic ideas, so all of the videos you have made are very useful for directions. I love artistic things but don't get to experiment with it much. However this is something as you say, I can be very very creative with. Thanks for all the videos! One last point, the "scavenger" mindset you talked about has kinda taken over my mind lol when I see an object I think of what I can use it for haha
Thank you for all of your videos. They've helped alot with adding more character and personality to each.
Thanks for the advice.. I am a beginner.. But am ready to learn a grow plus know more about apocalypse design and fashion...
Again, love the message in this video. I'm just starting out post apo but it will be more for photoshoots than going to events.
I went to resistopia with only woodlandcamo pants because those are common as fuck as streetwear (I wear them all the time myself anyway
Excellent advice! I've been trying to rework my first costume tirelessly. Time to tear it up and start again! 😀
I’m currently working on a Vault Dweller. I certainly don’t plan on anything plan I’m gonna grunge it up and accessorize.
Have fun
I'm thinking about putting together some german WWI uniform stuff, like a modern chest rig over a ripped up trench coat and a dented fake rusted picklehaube and some more modern stuff and carry a fake mp-08 and if I make a car it would be a van with a pop up machine gun nest and iron crosses on the side and have it armored to look like some sort of armored car from WWI but it's like if a reenactor was in the apocalypse
Like blank fire guns on the car and the one I carry because we could start two WWI tribes at WW and have me (germans) and someone else (British) and everyone would wear appoclipseised WWI uniforms and we could fight out in the desert and the blank fires look and sound like real guns but they're barrels aren't strong enough for a real bullet to go in, they would shatter, but take blanks which are essentially real bullets but without the part that shoots out, it only makes a fire and makes an explosion so basically a real gun that is exactly like a real gun but it just doesn't fire a projectile.
The best way to distress your clothes is to do it naturally and be real. Like spend time in the woods, on the streets, in the rain, ect. and wear the same clothes over and over again and don't wash them. Have a punk rock themed haircut or don't cut your hair at all. Ect.
Bruh, just bury the clothing of your choice for a week or less and then dig it out.
@@deeznuts-kw6yv Why are so many people just trying to take shortcuts to get a look that can come naturally over time...?
@@soulism4204 just like a wise demoman once said
"Is a joke lads"
-demoman from heavy is dead
No
go to Goodwill and get pants or shirts for cheap that you don't mind messing up
This was extremely helpful, thank you!
The most people think about post apokalyptik Outfit they must have the look at a time 100-400 years after the big bang. What about the time 2-30 years after the big bang? Thats the best time for beginners
5:40 I would love to wear my medial reenactment Gugel everyday! But Imagine the looks you get 😂😂
Regarding 5:30. Oh no , it's not just post-apocalypse genre that try to wear their normal department store clothes. I can tell you for a fact that vintage, gothic Lolita, mori kei, and steampunk people attempt to wear normal street clothes for alternative fashion at some point or another. Because they just discovered it and don't know better or they are so excited to get started they pull on the closest thing they own.
personally I'm Just starting and have made a plan... only for the mechanisms and only like the general shape and size for specific pieces so i can make the weapon and multip purpose armour parts. like the internals i mean.
1:21 is that a green muchroom?
Awesome video... as usual !!
I'm hoping to make my first appearance at Wasteland weekend is September and I hope that I look decent after taking your tips
Apocalyptic Pirates? It happened in Ziemie Jałowe 2017 in Poland!
My roommate and I are doing medieval fantasy larp and Victorian Gothic/Steampunk larp, but it helps to see how we can apply it to the ones we're doing but I really want to do a post apocalyptic larp
Here I am, looking at these videos for a Halloween costume idea eh
You can use chalk to distress pants and shirts where it will wash off
So glad I came here before starting mine.
This video is so inspiring! Thank you!
When will you make a post apocalyptic poncho?
Heres my thing, my army jacket is digital camo, but i put so much fabric on it that its barely noticeable. Im turtleback btw
I learned the hard way it helps to distress materials before I build with them.
Awesome video as always! I love the philosophy aspects you bring but would like to know more on the camo spectrum of things. Asking for a friend >.>
for a freind, huh? like those pr0n videos you bring back to the rental "for a friend"? :PPPP anyway not much to know. ask yourself "is my camo stuff looking like a lazy excuse, especially for the setting im working for right now?", and if yes , then ur doing it wrong :D also if you are asking the question, it means you should just stick to avoiding it for now, until it becomes aparent to you how it can be used without the "army shop noob" look... or go with the army shop noob look, but i warned you :D
This vid is epic! so much advice, I do Steampunk and make props, just started a Post Apoc idea, my plan is , Look what i have if the world goes to hell. what would I do? then as a fan of weathering, I have a habit of just leaving stuff hanging in the garden for a while, rain and weather is a great start to weathering :D It just takes patience :)
Hello! What tips would you give somone (me) that want to have a costume that is more medival themed ( my setlement have gone back to medival in setting and tech...) i really like the idé from doomsday that som settlers found an old museum/stone ruin/fortress and started to clad them self in fullplate armour! So yeah basicly what can one do to make a medival/fantasy armour work in the post apocalypse?
I think it'd work a lot like body armor.
You can get clothes at any Thrift Store or surplus place on line Dirt Cheap...Sportsmans Guide.
Senior snail hello, from the waste's of oklahoma, i had a question about the costume in the intro of this video. The lady has an shoulder pad u made it looks like terry cloth or old bath towel, how did you distress it? It looks like literal mud and maybe grease? But if i was to wash it after a larp or festival i want it to stay permanent.
Soooo... Basically build a foundation for the outfit, get to a point where your comfortable, slowly ease into accepting constructive criticism, knock down the "building", go back to the foundation, build it up again but better with the skills you've gained and helpful ideas you've been given by supportive people, Rinse and repeat? And continue that process untill you get YOUR personal perfect outfit, your "Magnum Opas" persay, and then if you want to take those skills and join other communities that you find interesting before using the skills you gain in said communities to improve all your outfits and props?
Can i make a more colorful costume like far cry new dawn ??
i made a gas mask with an old vacuum hose and got grounded for the rest of the year lol
I watched this video for Halloween costume inspiration because I've always made very elaborate, even theatrical grade Halloween costumes for my (now grown) kids and myself. You have good info and I appreciate it. However I had no idea there was general post-ap larping. I know what larping is, but I'm 53 and we didn't have that when I was young. But I want to do that now, the post-ap stuff. What would I Google to find something like that near me? I had been planning on joining the SCA but this takes precedence because it could be a lot better. Also are there older folks my age at those things? Thanks in advance for the info.
I'm 49 and just recently found PA after years in SCA...yes, it's lot more fun to me, in fact there are also many former and current SCAers involved. I've had no trouble finding folks my age at events
I have some old military bdu jackets would this fit into the issue of camo pattens? I kind of wish to use them since I no longer am in the military and they are quite comfortable for the environment I will be in.
I wanna do mad Max larp so bad qwq trying to make my raider outfit xD
can you please make a video on how you did your goggles? like on glass and clear plastics to make them dusty and dirty?
I will say i like that cardboard armor one but mostly as a joke piece.
Hey there, what do you think about using a military flak vest as a base for a costume?
Feel like most of this is common sense and repeated information. Would love see the actual process in how you make your armor pieces/costume sets. Show off some pieces to give inspiration and insight on actually constructing the art that you do!
great if you feel that way, and surprize- so do i.. but by far not everyone gets this stuff. you would be surprized how many ppl dont.
Great video, great advice!
I wish I followed more Americans into this. I would like to see more American Events.
how i can make lite ore thin stuff postapocalyptic? like an summer t-shirt?
Wear a t-shirt while fixing cars and welding. Eventually it'll look post apoc.
what the mechanic enthusiast wrote, OR just watch the rest of my channel, such as my distressing video or my tshirt video. use the damn search ;:D
What did you use for the base for your armor piece ur wearing in this
always defy the tyranny of pants
got a question: is there a way to make your own larp gear if you live in a house where there is barely room to swing a sword and don't have access to many tools
I'm planning to go to future end in a few years (I would now but I am still a few years the wrong side of 18) and its based on post apocalypse superheroes and need to know some tips for my outfit
yes there is. thats how i started. how most ppl started.
"He had a point", hahaha!
Yes!
a french version is possibel ?
I think he should cosplay as one of the war boys from mad Max fury road (like if you agree)
Und hast du vielleicht irgendwelche Hinweise
für ein „elegantes“ Kostüm ? Ich habe alte kaputte schwarze Anzugschuhe, alte Anzughosen und eine
alte seidene Weste mit einem großem Loch in der Seite. Ich brauche noch ein
weises Hemd und einen passenden Hut dazu. Könntest du ein Video für so ein Kostüm machen ? Oder
wenigstens mir ein paar Tipps dazu geben ?
ma gukn, wenn ich dran denke :)
Fantastic advice
Do you go to wasteland weekend
Wie wir beim Norrelag zu sagen pflegen: "Keine Hose, kein Problem."
Hey Dimitri, ich hadere grade mit Gummibändern an meinen Goggels oder an der Maske.. Was hälst du davon??
MfG
I'm sorry, but I have to disagree about the Camo. The first time camo was used in war, or at least attempted to was in the 1800's. However, camo has effectively been used in combat since WW2. In a realistic setting, any sort of military clothing would actually be worth gold, specifically because it offers protection against the environment (Hence why guerrilla fighters, hunters and survivalists often flock to it).
I do get what you're saying, it would be awkward seeing someone show up in camo that was just established like a month ago or something like that, but there is a plethora of old camo out there that lots of people probably don't even realize existed. Here's a list of some camo used pre-1990's (some either recently being decommissioned or still in use):
WW2 Camo:
Sumpftarn Camo
Splinter Camo
Splinter B Camo
Oakleaf Camo
Blurred Edge Camo
Plane Tree Camo
HBT Dot Camo
Autumn Oakleaf Camo
Italian Camo
US HBT Camo
1960's Camo
British Disruptive Pattern (1960-2016)
US Tiger Stripe Camo (1964-Present)
Other Pre-90's
US Woodland Camo (1981-2005)
So your costume is like a blank canvas for you to work with. I imagine that 2nd hand shops and military surplus stores will be your friend.
Спасибо за очередной крутейший ролик!
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I have no idea wtf I'm doing :(
Oh yeah, I love Post-Apocalyptic LARPS. Love to actually go to one some day
Have you ever made a mad max costume screw scrodus
I see you used the 812 again, lol nice.
yeah lol was in a rush to finish the mask before a shooting so it was the first stencil from the stencil pile :D
No worries, I think it's awesome, this is Travis, you made that chest piece for me a while back. Still haven't been able to use it, life and work keeps getting in the way. But I still love it.
figured it was you mate, i remember :))) so you werent to WW or DR yet? you should totally go man! life can wait ^^
The pirate comment is awesome that's what I have been working on for a couple weeks
I'm currently playing a mutant by the name "Albert" in blodsband reloaded.
I haven't done too much weathering to it, but I really like the parts that I managed to find on different pawn shops/2:nd hand
imgur.com/a/XfjUS
People have called me freddy kruger/90s cartoon thug. I love it.
Albert is a totally kick ass name for a mutant! You need to post pictures.
Do you make outfits with gas masks
How would you go about distressing black clothing, beyond what you go over in your Grunge Effects video?
use paint that aint black
Nate Moriarty use bleach, wash it with too much tumble drying, try adding holes etc and then patching them up, if possible leave it in the sun to bleach naturally if you live in a sunny area.
Nate Moriarty get out in the world and do some manual hard labor it will distress itsself lmao
Pepper light colored paint.
one thing that bugs me with costumes is the constant inclusion of gas masks.
yes, they look cool, and yes, I DO collect them, but you need a reason for it, not just to have one.
if you're gonna have a mask, have a story with it, maybe you're lungs were damaged and you need the mask to stay alive, or wear it some of the time.
and also, make sure you aren't using soviet era filters.
Well they sort of self-justify themselves, in a post-nuclear apocalypse a gas mask would help filter out radioactive fallout, so pretty much everybody would have a reason to wear one.
well that is true, but i'm talking all over, you almost always see a gas mas k for no reason.
I saw a short film a while back "Elegy" and the main guy is wearing a mask while no one else is.
it's just a ridiculously overused cliche
I understand your viewpoint, I'm not a huge gas mask fan myself, but there's a legitimate reasoning behind wearing one in a post-nuke world, and if you're the only one wearing one (like in Elegy), it's probably because you're lucky enough to have found one, not everybody has em just laying around. So in short, you don;t have to like it, but it makes sense as far as protecting yourself against whatever destruction your apocalypse has left behind, whether that's fallout, chemicals, just dust, or whatever. Obviously something like a Walking Dead setting makes less sense for gas masks, but most apocs kind of give survivors a reason for it. Also, they look cool, and if people making costumes want to use them, why not, practical, and cool, that's how we roll in the end of the world!
well the thing is, there doesn't seem to be a reason for him to be wearing one.
I agree of course that they work for the costumes, and I tend to include one in mine, just because it adds a nice aesthetic. I simply prefer it when there is a story behind the mask.
As a mask collector, these things bother me a bit
Totally understand mate, story maybe doesn't explain it well if I remember, but the description does tell us that "nature evolved to kill humans" so I suppose the main character is attempting to survive in a biosphere that doesn't appreciate his existence. But yes, as a filmmaker I totally vibe with the "if it doesn't serve the story, why is it there" aspect.
as he said about camo for resistopia me--->:(
well.. if your costuming level is at least "konsti" level then u can try. but its hard to work with and not look liek "from the bunker", is all :)
You are dead on about the let it go mindset and accept criticism so you can grow. In a real situation gear is always evolving and more so at an accelerated rate. Things tear. New pieces are added. New functionality are discovered.
sorry new here.. brilliant outfits mate
Did someone say PIRATE APOCALYPSE? Wasteland Weekends first (modern) pirate tribe The PETRO PIRATES has been going strong since 2011.
nice!!!!
"casual street clothes"
Fuck that, if i had half as cool looking cosplay shit as yours and other people id just wear that on a daily bases.
:D well ppl say i look more postapo in everyday life than most ppl on larps :D i duno man for me, modded UF Pro striker gen2 pants + dirty shirt are just standard by now :D
I always get excited when a youtuber writes me on.
And im currently also looking to get smth apocalyptic to wear to go out with the boys and such (cant for work since i have a work uniform and for school max i can do is BDU pants with somewhat bootslooking shoes, but more streetwear)
I usually wore military like clothes in my life so far, say, boots, cargo/BDU Pants, army jackets, etc and i love apocalyptic and militarystyles the same, apocalyptic maybe even more.
I didnt expect to get that excited to actually type more than a sentence.
well.. youtubers are just people. having your videos on youtube doesnt make anyone special all by itself :D
But you still are more special than another non famous person, because (more) people actually know you and what you do.
I as example dont even know what the fuck i am doing.
Of course you arent my bible. Mark Cordory is.
do your own thing
Just go as a homeless person from California and your good to go…..🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
THRIFT STORE
"Don't use all black"
I used all black on my first costume, threw bleach on it. Is it still black? Eh?
Or attack helicopter....
You could keep your costume for nostalgia or a reminder to do better