Poll
Question:
Would you be interested in attending?
Option 1: yes - black and white ball? where's my egl outfit...?
votes: 54
Option 2: no - ballroom dancing... you're kidding right?
votes: 1
Option 3: maybe - it's different, i'll give you that.
votes: 17
There will be a Black and White Cosplay Masquerade Ball this coming year at Fanime! There will be ballroom dancing from swing to waltz and everything in between and music to match! Participants are highly encouraged to wear costumes and masques. Fanime badges will be required to participate so make sure you have one too! The Ball will commence at 7:00pm Saturday night.
Ballroom Dancing Lessons will be at 12:00pm (noon) on Saturday in Ballroom B.
edit: Updated info 05-24-07
Quote from: boots01There's a rumor going around that there may be a Black and White Masquerade Ball, as well as a mask making workshop and ballroom dancing lessons at Fanime in 2007.
Is that all it is *LOL oh how we love rumors *giggles.
You know you had me at "Black and White"...... ^^)
B
i've been waiting for fanime to put together a dance thing other than the rave. It'd be nice if it happened this year, i'd totally go, and i know exactly what i'd wear XD!
Please let us know if it becomes more than a rumor =P
Well, if there were lessons and there was no *age* limit, then I'd LOVE the masquerade.
I'd need to find a costume though. >.>
Black and White-themed, eh? Hmm.. :/
Edit: Wonder if it costs?
Oooh, that sounds like fun. So far the only black and white thing I have is my Suigintou cosplay. xD Hehe, maybe I might find something else to make for that if I have time. :3 But I guess I'll wait until the rumor is truth before I dish out money for that. ^^;;;
Quote from: KrnchichiriWell, if there were lessons and there was no *age* limit, then I'd LOVE the masquerade.
there would be no age limit for the lessons, mask making workshop, and ball - or so the rumor suggests.
QuoteEdit: Wonder if it costs?
the rumor on that is there might be a $5 cover charge for the mask making workshop
Oh. Well, I suppose I'll make my own mask. ^^
Thankies.
Hope the rumor's true... ^^
Where did you hear this rumor?
Ooh, I heard about this via the Sac Anime forum, and I'd totally go... problem is, I don't have a black & white cos planned. So I might be able to pull off something, but that depends on how much time I have. Maybe Rukia or Momo-chan...
I was planning to go to one of these at a different con that had this. Their rules were pretty strict. Would there be a "no crossplay" rule invoked?
this actually sounds really fun XD
The one I was planning to go to would have been fun if I had more time to furnish a costume x_x. If I have time this year, I'll probably go.
i do believe that i heard nothing regarding crossplay being banned
Would regular black & white formalwear and a venetian-style mask be acceptable wear, or does it need to be cosplay of some sort?
that should be fine from what i've been hearing. cosplay is going to be incouraged, but i don't think you'd be turned away for not being in a costume as long as you had a mask.
Awesome, thank you. My friend is absolutely not into cosplay, but I'm pretty sure I could coerce him into wearing a mask of some sort.
So, is it still all rumor and speculation, or are we really going to have a Masq? :D
how long will it be before we know if it will actually happen and become more than just speculation??? 2 weeks, janurary etc.? any idea on when we'll know if this'll happen? just curious...
Seeing as how Eugene is the special projects direcor and has been in charge of the Masquerade before, and this "rumour" has been announced in several forums, and the whole rumour thing is being waaaay over-emphasized, I'm thinking it's already official and being presented like this to build up anticipation.
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Quote from: MoonblossomSeeing as how Eugene is the special projects direcor and has been in charge of the Masquerade before, and this "rumour" has been announced in several forums, and the whole rumour thing is being waaaay over-emphasized, I'm thinking it's already official and being presented like this to build up anticipation.
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These are some great points, but it is always better to say "rumor" on the forums than to say for sure until everything is nailed down ^^).
It would be a major bummer to think everything was a go.... and then.... an unfortunate or unexpected event takes it's place... and it no longer will happen. No one really likes to be thought of as lying or misinterpretating the facts, thus.... better to use a word like rumor than to say for sure. Then when everything is a "GO" a rumor can become a "Fact". ^^)
Arigato
BSaphire
Hey, a black and white masquerade would be so romantic. xP I'd be happy to attend it..
Yay masquerades...wearing mask and having no one know who you are is always fun. It will be like reliving my prom...except a bagillion times kewler and better people... 8)
Sounds like fun. I hope it actually happens.
Horray! All of my cosplays are black and white.
...Wow. All of my cosplays are black and white. How odd.
well, i've heard another juicy morsel on this. it looks like they may be trying to hold it saturday sometime, possibly in the evening before the main dance?
what if you have an orange wig XD is that against back and white, cuz im gona be ichigo and im all b and w but bright orange wig
wait...masquarade...correct me if Im wrong...but isnt that when you go to a party wearing a mask?...now unless is a cosplay masquarade...then we should consider the color of the cosplay...hmmm...but yea...Im confuse now...yay for dancing
A black and white masquerade is traditionally a ball (a formal dance and "party") where the men wear black and white tuxedoes and the women wear conservative (meaning not too expensive, extravagant, or flashy, so that you dont stand out above anyone else, though I dont THINK they have to be black or white (I could be wrong on these points) and everyone wears masks. The idea is that everyone looks more or less the same, so you never really know who is who, which would allow people (read: nobles with images to protect) to do and say things (or people <_<) they wouldnt normally be willing/able to.
Now, Im not on staff, so my word doesnt ACTUALLY mean anything. But I would assume that as long as you are wearing black and white, be it cosplay, a tux, a dress, or just your sunday best, as well as a mask, you should be good. I cant imagine them stopping you for a wig (especially considering how many people dye their hair, and they certainly wont turn THEM away,) or for tasteful/legitimate accessories (which are a traditional part of discreetly locating your secret someone in the faceless crowd without betraying their identity (or yours.))
Oh ghawd.. This makes me wanna make find a really nice black/white cosplay to make.. XP
I guess I should expect to spend even MORE money. Gah.. I'm already anticipating $550 in expenses for a single cosplay, hotel room, and attendance alone. My car fund's not gonna be happy.
Kodo...spend more?...you have the black out fit...you just need I guess a white mask and you are ready...yea
B makes for a VERY valid point, Fanime staff members are trying to keep us using the word "rumour". The same thing happened last year with all this excitement built up....and people seemed "sure" that it would happen in Fanime 2006...except it didn't. HOWEVER...this year we MIGHT get it as they've had more time to properly prepare.
I REALLY hope they allow crossplay, since it'll be the only fancy clothes I'll have :cry: :cry:
I have a feeling that they won't *absolutely* require everyone to dress up to the nines, although it is so much cooler if you do.
- FF
You have a point there...I mean that's like going to FanimeCon and not buying anything, or at least wearing an anime T-shirt!! When going to a cosplay event, it's always better to go in cosplay.
what do you think they'll play?
I'm hoping waltzes, big band, swing, foxtrot, that kind of thing. I'd even be happy to help be one of the instructors for the classes. =)
- FF
Who knows what they'd place since we don't even know if it'll exist yet!! :cry: :cry:
Waaaah... How cool! My cosplay is already black and white, so I'm down. I've never been to one of the Fanime dances... This one is going to be interesting with the ball room dancing. X3
Yeah I totally agree with you there, and I hope that the music selection is something that use newbies can easily dance to ^^;
If they're playing classics or big band music, or 50's and the like, I wonder how they're setting up the band or bands?
Ironically enough, there's a class at my school called Jazz/Rock Combos, and just this Friday I performed a bunch of oldies at the Marriott for an award ceremony/fundraiser. It'd be really cool to perform for the Masq at fanime too :D!
Also: Black and White usually refers to it being a formal event, rather than a color-themed. :D So yea, other colors should be allowed, afaik. :D
I'll bet it's going to be digital music instead of a live band. Though, if they get volunteers for live music, they could probably work something out... live music >>>>> music in a box.
Oh, this sounds so fun! I'd totally be up for it.
I PMed Angeljillbre about this. Considerng she does manage the Masquerade to some extent, that mayeb she would know any news concerning about this. Since, we all want to know SOOOO much about this~ :3
Quote from: ChloeI PMed Angeljillbre about this. Considerng she does manage the Masquerade to some extent, that mayeb she would know any news concerning about this. Since, we all want to know SOOOO much about this~ :3
Wohoo! Great idea! Please let us know if you find anything out! :-) I'm so excited at the chance that this might actually happen!
hmmm...I wonder if I should get me a tux or just go with what I have...hmmm...we will see ;)
I think it really depends on what they have the dresscode being. Although we might still need a lot more action on here with more members. >.<
I sure wish we could get a definate on this one so we can start putting together costumes I want to have time to make something fabulous....
Hmm... I think I heard something like it would most likely be on Saturday... ^^ *cough is going hint hint*
That's one of the main reasons why I want to room at Fanime... stay out all night, partying with my fellow con-goers.
Too bad I don't have a costume following the color coding. D:
Yuna the summoner isn't going to fit the color scheme.
Quote from: KrnchichiriHmm... I think I heard something like it would most likely be on Saturday... ^^ *cough is going hint hint*
That's one of the main reasons why I want to room at Fanime... stay out all night, partying with my fellow con-goers.
Too bad I don't have a costume following the color coding. D:
Yuna the summoner isn't going to fit the color scheme.
I like how everyone thinks you need to be in black and white....
black and white refers to tux colors which means it's a formal ball not a rave or a hard party.... you don't
have to be in B&W
I'd be all for it. I've done ballroom competition before, and I'd love to go to something like this if Fanime does have such.
Liz-chan DOES make a good point. Although I think somewhere earlier on this thread they were talking about even formal dress being okay. It's about being fancier in terms of dress code, and I bet a lot of cosplay would make it in, and probably Summoner Yuna to. Don't quote me on it though.
*makes note to create Hollow mask to wear with Soifong outfit*
Would a Vandetta mask be okay?
IF it's necessary, which I doubt it would, a white mask of any kind would most likely suffice.
Hmmm....a hallow mask with Soi Fong WOULD be rather interesting...
Oh, I know you don't/wouldn't have to wear white and black. I though it would just be neater. ^^
would we need a mask??
If they make everyone wear a mask, then they should have simple masks that anyone can just walk up and borrow...ones that are no big deal if they get thrown away after. BUT, it just so happens that I have like ten from a previous masquerade thing that I'll bring =))
- FF
Ranma12- Masquerade balls are typically accompanied with people going around with masks on, hence the verb "masquerading". ^^ It provides some kind of mystery and sometimes it alters people's personalities because they feel more comfortable in a mask with no one that really knows them.
Hmm, I think I'll go to an art store and go and make one myself... ^^ It'll match with my cosplay.
Fireforge- I agree with that. Like, paper masks that are bland and cheap. ^^ That would be easier for other people who don't know that the event is happening that day. ^^
Quote from: KrnchichiriRanma12- Masquerade balls are typically accompanied with people going around with masks on, hence the verb "masquerading". ^^ It provides some kind of mystery and sometimes it alters people's personalities because they feel more comfortable in a mask with no one that really knows them.
Hmm, I think I'll go to an art store and go and make one myself... ^^ It'll match with my cosplay.
Fireforge- I agree with that. Like, paper masks that are bland and cheap. ^^ That would be easier for other people who don't know that the event is happening that day. ^^
well yeah, does any one know how to costume make a mask such as ichigo's hollow mask?
Having done a little research into the making of masks (maybe I should start a new thread =), there two basic approaches you can use (the short short version):
1) Purchase a pre-made mask form and build your mask on top of it.
Obviously the easiest solution, you can go to many arts stores and get a half mask or full mask (usually in plastic) and then paint, cover, paper mache, plaster, etc to get the shape and form you want.
2) Get someone's help and make a plaster (or alginate) mold of your face. From there, you pour concrete or some such thing thing to create a sturdy "face" mold. Then you can add play-doh or clay on top of the concrete form to change the geometry of the form. Then, you stretch really wet leather around said form to approximate the mask you want, working the leather to take the shape that you want. From there, you do the same as above, dying/painting the mask, adding feathers or hair or whatever.
For Ichigo's Hollow Mask, you could probably get a full face mask form very similar to that style in some halloween stores, trim it a bit, and then paint the stripes in.
- FF
Hmmmm....I might just have to look into buying a cheap mask for this thing...Although I'll STILL stand out so people would still know it's me ^^;
^^ Yeah, I'll end up probably buying one of those plastic white ones and just paining over it. Hmm, I wonder how I should decorate it.
Is anyone going to have those fancy big plumed feathers on theirs? What decorations would you all put on your masks?
thanks 1Fireforge hat helps
I'm a big fan of simple half masks (I like the rectancular ones, not the oval ones) just covered with some cool patterened fabric. For example: http://www.featherplace.com/ic/fp/MHM/EC.html?id=pzPnKTSb and you can actually find these at Michael's or other art stores. They're called "half mask forms."
I just cut a piece of cool fabric slightly larger than the mask, got some adhesive spray, sprayed it on the top of the mask, and then pressed the fabric onto the mask. Then, you cut the eyeholes out of the fabric and trim the edges, make holes and attach on some ribbon and you're done.
- FF
That IS a rather cool idea, ESPECIALLY since white wouldn't go so well with my planned outfit. It'd have to be black like my Kuro Lolita outfit ^_^
1Fireforge- Sounds nice, I was actually thinking about Micheals, too. I already have bells, but I'll need to buy some ribbon and maybe a few feathers... and lace. ;D We'll see how it goes. Oh, that mask was the same exact mask I was going to buy, too. ^^
Yep, I made a whole bunch a while ago for a group of people, and I was kind of surprised at how nice they looked. I'm not a big fan of putting a whole ton of stuff on a mask, but a lot of people can put feathers and bells and whatnot on a mask and make it look cool...I'm not one of them =)
- FF
That would be totally awsome if this was true!
I might wear my formal Roxas costume with ball gown Namine along side like we did at the AX dance. Other than that I could make a totally new formal cosplay WHOOT!
I really ope this is true because I really want to attend another one!
Didn't they say if this happens there's a good chance to have a mask making panel thingy toooo????
Someone said that'd be cool....
That and the ballroom dancing panel......
Yeah I would TOTALLY go to the ballroom dancing panel. Although...I'd probably have to do my mask at home. Maybe I'll just paint it black.
from what i've been hearing, it looks like the masque making workshop is being scrapped for this year at least. it probably had something to do with the cost of the supplies - they can be really expensive. as to the ballroom dancing lessons, i haven't heard that they've been canned too, but then again, i haven't heard that they're happening either.
Hmmmm.....well one can only hope that we'll hear official word about them soon :cry: :cry:
Just my luck, they announce that they're going to do the Black and White Ball hours after I make plans to go to PLAY! the same night. Durn it. :(
Hopefully the Ball will still be going on when we get back, and we can enjoy at least a little bit of it. :)
But it's exciting that the Ball will go on! :D
Wow! So they're really going to do it? I never heard back from Angeljibrille... D: Well, that's going to be interesting now! ^^
I'll just take my Kooh costume along... Heh heh... XD
Sweet, it's confirmed on the webpage! Saturday night. If anyone wants one of the simple half-masks that I have, just send me a PM - I suppose I could post some pics of them. I'll also bring them to the dance sessions.
- FF
I'm definately there!!!
Well, i guess now that it's finally gotten up on the website, i can drop all the rumor stuff.
SO! who want's info on the event????
well, here you go!
Suggested Attire:
Formal-wear cosplay (ex. egl/ega, dressed up bleach/naruto/fma/etc. characters, top hat and tails)
NO AGE LIMIT! This dance will be open to children of all ages but there ARE two conditions.
1) you MUST have a valid convention badge
2) you should do your best to be in costume.
so, what constitutes a costume in my mind is something that you wouldn't wear everyday. this can be a suit and tie, it can be a naruto shinobi costume, it can be pretty much anything besides street clothes. if you can't get a costume together, pick yourself up a mask (phantom of the opera style, or a half mask, etc., or even a nice papier mache venitian).
now, does this mean we wont let you in if you don't have a costume, no. but since most people will be in costume, just be forewarned that you will look a little out of place.
Woot, so excited!
Fireforge- Oh, I would love to see some pictures. ^^
Aww, I won't go in all black and white, but I'll be as formal as I can get. [Or... I might actually just change or something later. Hehe, I'm getting really excited now...]
>.> Hmm, maybe I'll do a counter Yuna... *plots away in her little mind of hers*
No problem! Here you go...like I said, they're real simple, but I prefer them that way. You start putting all kinds of stuff on it, and it begins to look cheap =) I do like the way the furry one came out though...I have three more blanks, so if furry is all the rage, PM me...=)
(https://forums.fanime.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.geocities.com%2Ftorlanswingmeister%2Fmasks.jpg&hash=b9665237b26951cab6a569aee15ab18eee4a30e5)
Furry one looks cute. ^^
Ohh, nice masks, Fireforge. :]
I'll see if I have time to make one, and if I don't, I'll make sure to shoot you a PM. ^^
Yay, it's actually going to happen. :) Now I have to hurry and finish my costume that I was making soley for the labyrinth masquerade in July.
I can't wait for the ball.....
It's perfect end to the day after a lolita picnic.... <3
Quote from: Lizchan33I can't wait for the ball.....
It's perfect end to the day after a lolita picnic.... <3
Tell me about it Liz-chan ^_^
Well I get to see if I can dance as Link at a ball, lol.
That wound be rather interesting...
Quote from: Lizchan33I can't wait for the ball.....
It's perfect end to the day after a lolita picnic.... <3
Umm..your picnic is on Saturday, correct? Isn't the Ball on Thursday?
I hope the ball isn't on Thursday...the con doesn't even start until Friday...and I won't be in until noon time Friday
Quote from: HeeroYuy135I hope the ball isn't on Thursday...the con doesn't even start until Friday...and I won't be in until noon time Friday
Usually on Thursday Fanimecon has a dance in the evenining. So, I am pretty sure the ball is on Thursday. Instead of it being a usual techno/hip hop dance, they are having ball room dancing. ^_^
If I am wrong, somone correct me.
Quote from: AngelKawaiiQuote from: HeeroYuy135I hope the ball isn't on Thursday...the con doesn't even start until Friday...and I won't be in until noon time Friday
Usually on Thursday Fanimecon has a dance in the evenining. So, I am pretty sure the ball is on Thursday. Instead of it being a usual techno/hip hop dance, they are having ball room dancing. ^_^
If I am wrong, somone correct me.
That sucks for me...I won't be in until noontime Friday and I really wanted to be part of the Ball...
Erm...the website says Saturday...
"Come join us in your cosplay best as we swing, waltz, and dance the night away on Saturday at this "formal" costumed affair! "
-FF
Unless there are some major hiccups, the ball will be Saturday evening.
OK then...Saturday it is! *dances away*
Alright, then Saturday. The reason I said Thursday was because the person incharge of the thing said it was Thursday during one of the staff meetings.
Where does it say Saturday? And is there more info there with it? Cux I got a pretty poofy dress that I wanna wear. ^_^
Quote from: AngelKawaiiWhere does it say Saturday? And is there more info there with it? Cux I got a pretty poofy dress that I wanna wear. ^_^
http://www.fanime.com/events/bw_ball.html
Quote from: felicity869Quote from: AngelKawaiiWhere does it say Saturday? And is there more info there with it? Cux I got a pretty poofy dress that I wanna wear. ^_^
http://www.fanime.com/events/bw_ball.html
Woot! Thanx. ^_^
if anyone has any questions about the ball, they have set up an email address for it too. it's
[email protected]
Yeah like what's the dress code for this? suit and tie or like anything black and white, think Roxas from Kingdom Hearts II?
The dress code would be identical to the Fanime dress code in general...
Anything black and white colored clothes would be suggested here though, as well as ideal. ^^
However, you could still wear casual regular clothes or something not black and white yet still be allowed in as the dress "code" of black and white will not be enforced. [I'm wearing blue, yellow and white but I'm still going]. ^^
Quote from: KrnchichiriThe dress code would be identical to the Fanime dress code in general...
Anything black and white colored clothes would be suggested here though, as well as ideal. ^^
However, you could still wear casual regular clothes or something not black and white yet still be allowed in as the dress "code" of black and white will not be enforced. [I'm wearing blue, yellow and white but I'm still going]. ^^
Ooh that's cool. I'd love to see people in cosplay ballroom dancing =3
Just curious
Has a time been arranged yet for the ball? I know its on saturday but what time will it be at is my only concern. =)
Any idea what time it'll start?
I believe it is about 7PM-11 PM... somewhere around there. It might start at 8 or something. ^^
Is there any idea about when the ballroom dancing lessons will be? Would they be on Saturday or Friday?
right now we're looking to have the lessons on saturday mid-day so people have time to practice what they've learned before the dance itself.
Hmm. I hope I can attend with my Reg. staff hours. ><
reg should be over for the day by the time things get started for the dance itself. as for the lessons... well, talk to your boss :P
Hmmm.....sounds awesome! Looks like all our hard work is paying off!! Woohoo! This will be the first time going to a fancy dance....I never even got to go to my prom so this'll be SUPER special for me ^^
What's the word on costume props, like swords and the like? I know it'd be kinda hard to dance with them and stuff, but some costumes just aren't anything without them.
we will be having a coat check area where things like props and coats etc. can be left which will be attended. dancing with things like swords could be potentially very dangerous and we would prefer not to have any injuries so people will be encouraged to check their props.
Um, and if someone had a cosplay like Kankuro from Naruto, and wanted to dance with one of his puppets, do you think that would be okay?
that should be fine - and sounds like fun!
so is there an emphasis on wearin masks, or is it more of a "it'd be fun to wear a mask hint hint" type of deal here?
more the latter than the former
Anyone know if earlier in the day there will be someone approving costumes to be worn at the ball? I'm just curious cause I'm going as Kazekage Gaara and it's mostly black/white, or could be all black if necissary. I am also curious if masks are required as I will be wearing face makeup
Quote from: BunofGovtUm, and if someone had a cosplay like Kankuro from Naruto, and wanted to dance with one of his puppets, do you think that would be okay?
you know what, I actually would love to see this! XD
Quote from: suna_no_yoroiAnyone know if earlier in the day there will be someone approving costumes to be worn at the ball? I'm just curious cause I'm going as Kazekage Gaara and it's mostly black/white, or could be all black if necissary. I am also curious if masks are required as I will be wearing face makeup
as long as you're in a costume you wont have any issues. (and even if you're not, you will be able to get in but costumes are highly encouraged.) as far as "approving" costumes etc., no, there wont be anyone doing that as this isn't a contest or anything of that nature. the one thing i would suggest though is to consider how much mobility you will have in the costume.
Would I be okay if I wore a really formal floor length blue dress?
Inuashley- It's okay to wear anything within the Fanime's dress code for cosplaying. If it's not going to scare children with nudity and/or explicit things, I'm sure your dress will be fine. It doesn't have to be black and white, but it would be nice it it was. :3
[I'd be wearing white, yellow, black, and blue so no worries. ]
Boots01- I would update the first post with more info. ^^
Quote from: KrnchichiriInuashley- It's okay to wear anything within the Fanime's dress code for cosplaying. If it's not going to scare children with nudity and/or explicit things, I'm sure your dress will be fine. It doesn't have to be black and white, but it would be nice it it was. :3
[I'd be wearing white, yellow, black, and blue so no worries. ]
Boots01- I would update the first post with more info. ^^
Thanks for the info, and no, I'm definitely not going to scar anyone, it's much more covering than some of my cosplay XD
good idea. first page updated.
I am doing a victorian gown in black and silver with white accents including venetian masks.....is this to over the top for this event....
absolutely not. sounds AWESOME! i can't wait to see it!
Quote from: PxeI am doing a victorian gown in black and silver with white accents including venetian masks.....is this to over the top for this event....
Sounds really great! I am going to be wearing a puffy black dress that shows off the shoulders with a mask with lots of feathers on it. ^_^
*squeals* I would LOVE to go! <3 Is there an official date/time for it? And do you have to dress in character?
saturday, 7-10 pm. we don't care if you come in a costume or formal wear. you can come even if you're in street clothes, but consider that a mask would be better than nothing.
=D I'm going then <3
Does anyone know any good places to get masks? Preferably a plain either black or white satin mask, as I'm planning on decorating it myself, though places with good masks in general would be appreciated. ^_^
i did some searching online a while ago but i don't remember off the top of my head where i found some. house of humor however would have some, and so might michael's.
Awww!! I really want to go, but none of my friends want to and I don't want to be wandering around alone. T_T
Quote from: AngelKawaiiAwww!! I really want to go, but none of my friends want to and I don't want to be wandering around alone. T_T
You could hang out with me ^^ I don't know that many people at Fanime, so the more the merrier XD
You won't be wandering, you'll be dancing. =) It's not like people dance only with the person they bring to the dance, part of the fun is meeting new people and dancing with them. =)
- FF
Quote from: InuashleyQuote from: AngelKawaiiAwww!! I really want to go, but none of my friends want to and I don't want to be wandering around alone. T_T
You could hang out with me ^^ I don't know that many people at Fanime, so the more the merrier XD
Lol. Sure. ^_^
@1fireforge: True.
Quote from: kuroiDoes anyone know any good places to get masks? Preferably a plain either black or white satin mask, as I'm planning on decorating it myself, though places with good masks in general would be appreciated. ^_^
I bought a black and white one at Joanne's crafts and fabrics...I will be painting skulls on them for my friends because I found a venetian mask in black and silver for me and a venetian cat mask both affordable from a party supply store...these were nicer then the ones I saw online and cheaper.
Quote from: InuashleyQuote from: AngelKawaiiAwww!! I really want to go, but none of my friends want to and I don't want to be wandering around alone. T_T
You could hang out with me ^^ I don't know that many people at Fanime, so the more the merrier XD
I told people that if you can find me u are welcome to hang out wit me during the masquerade ball.
Quote from: OniCourseMushaQuote from: InuashleyQuote from: AngelKawaiiAwww!! I really want to go, but none of my friends want to and I don't want to be wandering around alone. T_T
You could hang out with me ^^ I don't know that many people at Fanime, so the more the merrier XD
I told people that if you can find me u are welcome to hang out wit me during the masquerade ball.
Yay, more people, but i don't know what you look like. T_T
Why don't we all post links to what we will be wearing during the masq. ball so people can find us? ^^ I'll start, this is the dress i'm wearing:
http://s12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/fullmetalgirl05/Masquerade%20Ball%20Dress/?action=view¤t=IMG_3962.jpg
Quote from: InuashleyWhy don't we all post links to what we will be wearing during the masq. ball so people can find us? ^^ I'll start, this is the dress i'm wearing:
http://s12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/fullmetalgirl05/Masquerade%20Ball%20Dress/?action=view¤t=IMG_3962.jpg
Woah! the dress is really pretty. (I don't have any pics of mine yet. >.>)
Quote from: AngelKawaiiQuote from: InuashleyWhy don't we all post links to what we will be wearing during the masq. ball so people can find us? ^^ I'll start, this is the dress i'm wearing:
http://s12.photobucket.com/albums/a236/fullmetalgirl05/Masquerade%20Ball%20Dress/?action=view¤t=IMG_3962.jpg
Woah! the dress is really pretty. (I don't have any pics of mine yet. >.>)
Thanks ^^ I'm so excited for Fanime, it's only 9 days away!
I might join in on this for kicks, I suck at dancing (at least the typical American dancing... which is... stuff) But uh, I'm willing to boogie on down and embarrass myself with my attempts. I should just be coming back from a gathering or dinner. I'll still be in my Farf gear but I'm mostly black and white, with a bit of blue and red thrown in there.
Quote from: Farfie_GirlI might join in on this for kicks, I suck at dancing (at least the typical American dancing... which is... stuff) But uh, I'm willing to boogie on down and embarrass myself with my attempts. I should just be coming back from a gathering or dinner. I'll still be in my Farf gear but I'm mostly black and white, with a bit of blue and red thrown in there.
Don't worry about the dancing. I doubt that everyone who will go will actually know how to ballroom dance. It'll be fun to try though. ^_^ I am excited.
To everyone: So, if someone is going by themselves do you all want to meet up somewhere so we can all go together?
Meeting up sounds good ^_^ Where?
Quote from: InuashleyMeeting up sounds good ^_^ Where?
that's a very good question. What's an easy place to find that we can al meet up at before the ball?
PS: Exactly how many of us would like to do that? (Get to meet new people and all. ^_^)
Quote from: AngelKawaiiQuote from: InuashleyMeeting up sounds good ^_^ Where?
that's a very good question. What's an easy place to find that we can al meet up at before the ball?
PS: Exactly how many of us would like to do that? (Get to meet new people and all. ^_^)
I'm thinking at the fountains - it's a place all of us know, even me who's never been there before XD
Quote from: InuashleyQuote from: AngelKawaiiQuote from: InuashleyMeeting up sounds good ^_^ Where?
that's a very good question. What's an easy place to find that we can al meet up at before the ball?
PS: Exactly how many of us would like to do that? (Get to meet new people and all. ^_^)
I'm thinking at the fountains - it's a place all of us know, even me who's never been there before XD
That's an easy enough place. We can meet up there. But, since noone else is replying I dunno how many people will go. PS: what time does the ball start at?
The ball starts at 7p.m.^^
oooo...ok. So, now we have to figure out exactly how many people are going by themselves. If not, then we can just go together. ^_^
I'm in! Fountains sound good to me, thats where the Crossplay gathering will be so I'll just hang out longer there.
I wants to go to this ball but I couldn't dance two steps to save my life, still I'll be there to see this event.
even though i cant dance at all, i'm still gonna go to this out of curiosity.
i keep hearing there will be dancing lessons during the daytime, so i'll try to catch one of those sessions.
Ok. YAY!
So, on Saturday, meet at fountains at 7. Sound ok with everyone?
My e-mail is
[email protected] (yes it's lame i know >.>) You can e-mail me if you want to chat or exchange numbers so we can all get together. ^_^
PS: Is anyone else going to try and do a photoshoot w/ ZiggyB? (I am trying to see if he has any openings left. wow...this Con is gonna be full of stuff to do!!! ^_^)
this is going to be outside?O.o rly?
Quote from: ranma12this is going to be outside?O.o rly?
No, not the ball. We are just getting together a grouo of people who are going to the dance alone. This way we won't be by ourselves and get to meet new people. ^_^
now that you bring this up, I should definately take the group photo since i'll be in that particular area ^^
Quote from: MisakiFan41now that you bring this up, I should definately take the group photo since i'll be in that particular area ^^
Wonderful ^^ One more person going to Fanime that I know ^_^
might i suggest meeting up at 6:30 so you don't miss the beginning of the dance? also, there WILL be lessons starting at noon on saturday and going till about 2.
Quote from: boots01might i suggest meeting up at 6:30 so you don't miss the beginning of the dance? also, there WILL be lessons starting at noon on saturday and going till about 2.
Yeah, meeting up at 6:30 would be a good idea ^^ As for the lessons, I probably won't be able to attend because of karaoke contest signups and the Naruto gathering, but it's okay because i'm a pretty good dancer and I catch on fast ^^;
Quote from: InuashleyQuote from: boots01might i suggest meeting up at 6:30 so you don't miss the beginning of the dance? also, there WILL be lessons starting at noon on saturday and going till about 2.
Yeah, meeting up at 6:30 would be a good idea ^^ As for the lessons, I probably won't be able to attend because of karaoke contest signups and the Naruto gathering, but it's okay because i'm a pretty good dancer and I catch on fast ^^;
Ack. 6:30. T_T Can you all wait for me? Cuz I will need to go back home at 6 and come back. So I might be there at like 6:40ish. xD (I will be wearing a black dress with long sleeves an the whole neck area is gone due to it being a corset. O.o..)
Can't make it the lessons but will definetly try once I get there. xD
PS: Does anyoneknow where the dance is taking place?
Quote from: AngelKawaiiQuote from: OniCourseMushaQuote from: InuashleyQuote from: AngelKawaiiAwww!! I really want to go, but none of my friends want to and I don't want to be wandering around alone. T_T
You could hang out with me ^^ I don't know that many people at Fanime, so the more the merrier XD
I told people that if you can find me u are welcome to hang out wit me during the masquerade ball.
Yay, more people, but i don't know what you look like. T_T
U might see me walking around as a ddr pad before the masquerade ball happens. I look like the guy from brain age.
Quote from: AngelKawaiiQuote from: ranma12this is going to be outside?O.o rly?
No, not the ball. We are just getting together a grouo of people who are going to the dance alone. This way we won't be by ourselves and get to meet new people. ^_^
Me and RubyIII (my gf) don't mind dancing wit other people so whoever wants to dance go ahead and ask me or Ruby.
ok. ^_^
its a masquerade ball with like actual masks and stuff right?
cause i'm making a mask for the ball
i dont want to be the only one in a mask
Quote from: senritsuits a masquerade ball with like actual masks and stuff right?
cause i'm making a mask for the ball
i dont want to be the only one in a mask
of course it is. Few of the people on this thread is gonna wear a mask.
PS: I am gonna make this into a thread. ^_^
I'm soooo excited! Since my main costume is Etna from Disgaea I decided to buy a vinyl ballgown! I'll be easy to spot; a vinyl clad munchkin with a hot pink pigtail mop on her head!
Chiri's gonna be wearing a mask, but she's not sure what she's going to wear. >< Probably a fancy? gown or something. >.>
What kind of mask goes on a FMA soldier? o_o;;
A big, brown paper bag. xD
A... navy blue mask? Be creative! ^^
On saturday i'll be in my movie utena uniform which is black and white XD so it'll be perfect for the ball.
and yay! i've been waiting for a masquerade dance to be at fanime for so long, and i'm glad it's finally happening =D
Quote from: DayDreamerNessaOn saturday i'll be in my movie utena uniform which is black and white XD so it'll be perfect for the ball.
and yay! i've been waiting for a masquerade dance to be at fanime for so long, and i'm glad it's finally happening =D
Yeah I'm pretty happy about it too, cuz last year me and Cenia dressed up formally (just to have our romantic moment) anyways even though there was no formal gathering.
*blink blink* Apparently my previous post disappeared....*tear*
ANYWAY!! The only part I'm ticked about is that the Naruto gathering is happening EXACTLY when the ballroom classes are going on. Bad timing, but oh well. I still know a little waltzing and swing from lessons I had a little while ago. But if they teach the cha-cha or anything like that at the lessons, I'm gonna be REALLY pissed that I'm missing that.
P.S. I'll be there in a black and white ball gown with black opera gloves and a half-mask/face painting ANBU mask.
can we put the exact time date place on the main page? cuz i know i dont like going back to a sertain page to relook up the time ^_^ just asking
^^ I really enjoyed the ball, and am hoping for it next year... I liked how people were asking others for dances, but I was hoping to see more Tuxedo Kamen. T_T I only saw one [my friend rejected him for a dance, too! How sad is that?!?!]... but I didn't know that it still wasn't a masquerade ball, but just a ball.
It was awesome how people were also dressed, too. ^^
did any one see the congo lines XD
you know this was the most fun ball I've ever been to!!!!
I really had a blast going to this ball!!! I'm definately looking forward to seeing it come back again next year!!!! <3
Quote from: MisakiFan41you know this was the most fun ball I've ever been to!!!!
I really had a blast going to this ball!!! I'm definately looking forward to seeing it come back again next year!!!! <3
Me too.
I'm hoping me and RubyIII get to dress up much better. RubyIII being my beautiful princess and me Pimpim out!
it was way fun! A lot of really nice guys asked me to dance when my "date" bailed on me to be in the Bishie Bingo. I also made friends with some nice girls from the line.
Quote from: Nanait was way fun! A lot of really nice guys asked me to dance when my "date" bailed on me to be in the Bishie Bingo. I also made friends with some nice girls from the line.
Awwww sorry to hear that. You're welcome to dance wit me if the Masquerade ball happens next year.
There was someone who pulled on my tie early in the ball, dragged me to the middle of the dance floor, and asked me to dance with them...if you were that person, please respond :)
I would have very much liked to have had Heero's experience (who I did meet, btw, hey! =), but I think I ended up getting perceived as one of the "sketchy" guys, since I'm like...old and stuff, being 28 =(
Anyway, if anyone felt that way, I apologize, but to me, dancing with people on the sidelines is the only way to make sure that people who either didn't bring a partner or are not being asked get to dance! I think it's a matter of perception, because I dance a great deal with teenagers at the balls I go to, and no one thinks twice.
What were you dressed as? Maybe I danced with you.
Ouran High School student with headphones
Ditto with a kind of sketchy guy. I didn't get his age, but he kept trying to dance with me and asked me where I was going often. @.@ For two nights in a row. >.>;;
But otherwise, I LOVED it! I loved how people were asking others for dances. ^^ That was so fun.
Quote from: ranma12did any one see the congo lines XD
:P lots of them, I joined most though! (I was the Umbrella dude with a helmet and swat vest on) XP .
Quote from: KrnchichiriDitto with a kind of sketchy guy. I didn't get his age, but he kept trying to dance with me and asked me where I was going often. @.@ For two nights in a row. >.>;;
But otherwise, I LOVED it! I loved how people were asking others for dances. ^^ That was so fun.
:x I had a guy like that bother me too but it was twice in random areas of the con, we could be talking about the same person T_T
btw did anyone get pictures? :wink:
Quote from: AgateQuote from: ranma12did any one see the congo lines XD
:P lots of them, I joined most though! (I was the Umbrella dude with a helmet and swat vest on) XP .
haha i started 3 of them i got board haha, 1 we just got tired 2 we got stopped and 3 we tryed to go out the door but my dumb friend let me to the entrence in sead of an exit XD she pushed me haha but i heard that after the 1st three they still went on i was ichigo hehe
Quote from: HeeroYuy135Ouran High School student with headphones
Oh sorry, I meant 1FireForge.
Conga lines were a pain. There were only like two songs which warranted a conga line (one being "Jump In The Line" as heard in Beetlejuice). Conga lines running through a ball when waltz is playing is inappropriate and disruptive. I killed 3 of the conga lines. I understand the desire to just fool around, but it's a ballroom dance. Sorry. If the organizers disagree, please tell me and I won't do it again.
Quote from: NanaQuote from: HeeroYuy135Ouran High School student with headphones
Oh sorry, I meant 1FireForge.
Oh, no big.
Quote from: darrylhwConga lines were a pain. There were only like two songs which warranted a conga line (one being "Jump In The Line" as heard in Beetlejuice). Conga lines running through a ball when waltz is playing is inappropriate and disruptive. I killed 3 of the conga lines. I understand the desire to just fool around, but it's a ballroom dance. Sorry. If the organizers disagree, please tell me and I won't do it again.
Glad I wasn't the only one that felt that way. Besides, people shouldn't have to worry about getting mowed down by 50 strangers when they're trying to dance. It sure kept me from dancing during some of the songs.
I was wearing an outfit almost exactly like the ones in my sig =) White marine vinyl from head to toe, blue vinyl boots and gloves. Since I was helping with the drinks, I had to touch the water from time to time so the vinyl got a little slippery, and I got some complaints =)
Quote from: darrylhwConga lines were a pain. There were only like two songs which warranted a conga line (one being "Jump In The Line" as heard in Beetlejuice). Conga lines running through a ball when waltz is playing is inappropriate and disruptive. I killed 3 of the conga lines. I understand the desire to just fool around, but it's a ballroom dance. Sorry. If the organizers disagree, please tell me and I won't do it again.
I agree. It was really frustrating.
Quote from: Black Kawaii KittyQuote from: KrnchichiriDitto with a kind of sketchy guy. I didn't get his age, but he kept trying to dance with me and asked me where I was going often. @.@ For two nights in a row. >.>;;
But otherwise, I LOVED it! I loved how people were asking others for dances. ^^ That was so fun.
:x I had a guy like that bother me too but it was twice in random areas of the con, we could be talking about the same person T_T
btw did anyone get pictures? :wink:
I only took pic of me and Ruby dancing together, Ryu & Ruby dancing Salsa, and 2 cosplayers i know from Hollister in there ballgown. I'll upload them once I get back to SF.
Quote from: NanaWhat were you dressed as? Maybe I danced with you.
I was wearing light blue tie and sort of blue ish collar shirt plus i wear glasses.
*sigh* once again, I meant 1FireForge. It's really no longer important.
I dont know who I met o_O. DId Anyone MEet me? I was in my FMA military costume o.o (asian -.-)
FinalShadows- I didn't meet you, but I saw you around a lot during the con. o.0