Black and White Ball Attire Questions - Post them here

[tkdteo]

So, just a double check. I am crossplaying for the Ball, So, my Blazer, overcoat, tie, vest, button down and fancy shoes will all be perfectly acceptable?

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C,

Sounds like the outfit looks good.  Just make sure that your fancy shoes are the non-marking kind and it should be good.  Also, pants should be slacks or something besides jeans or leggings.  I didn't see mention of pants or anything so I just thought I would add that in. 

- Jim

[CommandantCat]

I didn't see mention of pants or anything so I just thought I would add that in. 

They are the fanciest of pants. Wonderful slacks. FANCY PANTS. yes.

-CC

[Navashuryn]

I haven't yet decided all that I'll be bringing with me/wearing, but I thought I would check on a few of my options to be 100% certain that they would be acceptable. I have this black dress that I wore to my cousin's wedding a few years ago. I don't have an exact picture of it (that I feel comfortable posting), but I've found a similar dress here. The only difference is that the neckline is rounded, and there are no sleeves, and it might hit just a little bit higher on the leg (just below the knee, if not mid-calf).

The other option I was considering was my fancy Renaissance dress (minus the sleeves, since that can make it unbearably hot). I have a few different chemise/blouse options to wear with it, and might even buy/make a new one, depending on what looks best and such. I haven't decided on shoes for either dress, but I'll make sure they are up to par beforehand. *nods*

[tkdteo]

Navashuryn,

Both dresses look fine to me for the BWBall.  Keep in mind that for dresses, sleeveless is fine the only major concern that we have is that the bottom of the dress does not go higher than 2-3 inches above your knees.  As for shoes, general rule is no tennis shoes and if your are going to wear heals, they cannot be higher than 4 inches and the point of the heel cannot be less than the size of a nickle.  We find that stilletos damage the floor and heels higher than 4 inches may look nice but end up causing more injuries or sore feet by the end of the night.  We do not let anyone on the dance floor without shoes on.  I hope that helps.  Thanks for checking with us. :)

- Jim

[Navashuryn]

Okay, thank you for that input earlier on those dresses. Now, I wanted to check on some possible footwear.  :) Would these boots be alright? Or would something like this be more preferred (I'm thinking of the outsole for both)? I wanted to get a general idea on what kind of outsoles to avoid when searching for possible footwear, lol. The heel part won't be a problem since I lean more toward comfort anyways.

[tkdteo]

Okay, thank you for that input earlier on those dresses. Now, I wanted to check on some possible footwear.  :) Would these boots be alright? Or would something like this be more preferred (I'm thinking of the outsole for both)? I wanted to get a general idea on what kind of outsoles to avoid when searching for possible footwear, lol. The heel part won't be a problem since I lean more toward comfort anyways.

The 2nd pair of boots would be a better fit.  Boots are allowed if they are part of a cosplay.  However, the boots cannot contain a rubber sole.  The reason for that is it scuffs up the dance floor that we have and leaves marks.  I would probaby recommend other shoes if you could possible swing it because boots get hot while you are dancing and feet tend to hurt more when dancing in boots.  Just some food for thought in regards to the shoes.  I hope that helps.

- Jim

[Navashuryn]

The 2nd pair of boots would be a better fit.  Boots are allowed if they are part of a cosplay.  However, the boots cannot contain a rubber sole.  The reason for that is it scuffs up the dance floor that we have and leaves marks.  I would probaby recommend other shoes if you could possible swing it because boots get hot while you are dancing and feet tend to hurt more when dancing in boots.  Just some food for thought in regards to the shoes.  I hope that helps.

- Jim

Alrighty. That is exactly what I was wondering; no rubber soles is duly noted, and I will make sure they aren't included in whatever footwear I end up getting. I will definitely keep other kinds of shoes in mind when I actually get somewhere where I can actually shop for them, which will hopefully be soon. Thanks again for the help.  :D

[neozero497]

Question!

Can we crossplay at the ball? The character wears a really elegant ballgown. I just heard about this and I really want to attend. I'm taking my costume very sincerely and am taking great lengths to be as convincing as possible.

I can't post pics since I'm using my ds but google laura rolla/loran cehack from Turn A Gundam

[tkdteo]

Question!

Can we crossplay at the ball? The character wears a really elegant ballgown. I just heard about this and I really want to attend. I'm taking my costume very sincerely and am taking great lengths to be as convincing as possible.

I can't post pics since I'm using my ds but google laura rolla/loran cehack from Turn A Gundam

Neozero497,

Crossplay is allowed at the BWBall so no worries about that as long as you meet the dress code criteria.  The dress code will be going up soon so keep an eye out for it on either the FanimeCon website or here on the forums.

- Jim

[neozero497]

Yes! Yeah

I have pics of the dress I'll be wearing if you would like to approve them.


http://gundam.wikia.com/wiki/File:Loran-design3-turn-a-artbook.jpg

[tkdteo]

Yes! Yeah

I have pics of the dress I'll be wearing if you would like to approve them.


http://gundam.wikia.com/wiki/File:Loran-design3-turn-a-artbook.jpg

Looks good to me but I just want to make sure, the center is cloth right? Not a midrift?  Just trying to clarify. 

[neozero497]

It is not a midrift. More like a waist band to hold the bottom up.

[Kell-chan]

Hello ~

Quick confirmation question - would this outfit of Ciel's be appropriate? I only ask because the pants are knee-length:

http://baconflavoredcosplay.deviantart.com/gallery/31685120#/d3jyfda

Thanks in advance!

[le_momo]

Hello ~

Quick confirmation question - would this outfit of Ciel's be appropriate? I only ask because the pants are knee-length:

http://baconflavoredcosplay.deviantart.com/gallery/31685120#/d3jyfda

Thanks in advance!

Unfortunately, shorts are not a part of the dress code for appropriate attire. If they were long pants, I would say go for it!

- Rebecca

[xxToki]

I recently purchased a dress on eBay that will be about three or four inches above my knees. Would it still be acceptable, or are moderators really strict about skirt length? If I wore leggings underneath, would it then be allowed?

[Wabbit98]

I recently purchased a dress on eBay that will be about three or four inches above my knees. Would it still be acceptable, or are moderators really strict about skirt length? If I wore leggings underneath, would it then be allowed?

To xxToki,

Do you have a picture of it?  It would help if you posted a link to what it looks like so we can make a decision right now before the Ball.

Thank you,
Kevin

[PsychoticDame]

Just a question,

I've read over the dress code and just want to be on the safe side. Would these shoes be acceptable? http://i1134.photobucket.com/albums/m608/PsychoticOtaku/shoes.jpg

Also wanted to make sure my dress is alright. ^^; http://i1134.photobucket.com/albums/m608/PsychoticOtaku/dress.jpg

[somegirlkatie]

I was wondering if this outfit would be acceptable? x3

http://fc05.deviantart.net/fs46/i/2009/231/9/b/Snow_Queen__by_Evidoes.png

[tkdteo]

Just a question,

I've read over the dress code and just want to be on the safe side. Would these shoes be acceptable? http://i1134.photobucket.com/albums/m608/PsychoticOtaku/shoes.jpg

Also wanted to make sure my dress is alright. ^^; http://i1134.photobucket.com/albums/m608/PsychoticOtaku/dress.jpg

Hello,

The dress looks fine for BWBall.  The shoes look good.  My only concern is the point on the heel.  If it is smaller than a nickel then it will not be allowed in.  The reason for that is because small pointed heels will cause dents in the dance floor, hurt other people's feet if you accidently step on them, and it may get caught on things too.  So it is more of a safety issue.  But other than that it looks fine.  I hope that helps.

- Jim

[tkdteo]

I was wondering if this outfit would be acceptable? x3

http://fc05.deviantart.net/fs46/i/2009/231/9/b/Snow_Queen__by_Evidoes.png

The outfit looks fine but do keep in mind that you will be dancing around a lot of other people and something that long may get stepped on by other people and the fact that it may be constrictive and not allow you to move as you are dancing.  Those are just my thoughts.  But it should be ok for the BWBall.  I am not sure what shoes you are planning to wear with it, but please remember that there is a dress code for shoes also.  We had a couple of people last year who had great costumes but had to be turned away due to their shoes.

- Jim