For many, the costume of Darth Vader is still a secret behind seven seals. What is so unusual about it and why does Anekin even carry this bulky mountain of metal on him?
Indeed, if you watch only films and do not delve into the history of Star Wars, then his appointment remains foggy to the very end. So what is the costume of Darth Vader and how can you make it at home, for example, for a children's holiday?
Components
Cloak. An ordinary black cloak without unnecessary frills and lotions.
Helmet. The most complex element, it reflects the whole essence of the dark Jedi, in which Darth Vader reincarnated. A costume without this element will be incomplete in any case, because it is he who supports the life and most of the functions of the Vader costume.
Shoulders. A heavy and more decorative than functional armor element. According to traditional ideas, the costume of Darth Vader was made according to the drawings of the ancient armor of the Sith warriors and includes some of their elements.
Bib. The bio-cybernetic component of the suit, which includes life support systems, a closed breathing cycle, as well as a control system for the exoskeleton of the suit.
Gloves, handrails, greaves and shoes. Fully mechanized components, not only allowing Vader to function within the capabilities of a normal person, but also enhancing his physical strength at times.
Belt. Darth Vader's costume is a system that ensures the viability of its carrier is no worse than a real spaceship. Accordingly, the belt is not just an accessory, but a functional addition. It includes a medical module, a lightsaber and many diagnostic elements that allow you to most accurately and finely control the wearer of the costume.
Lightsaber. Where would it be without him? This sword is created by a concentrated, final stream of ionized plasma, which has its own density, which makes it possible to use both as a weapon and an auxiliary tool in many areas of life.
How to make?
Darth Vader's costume at home or at home is best made from light metal. Of course, it’s best to just buy some items, such as a helmet or a sword, in any specialized toy store, while a cloak, shoulder pads and other additional components of the kit can be made with your own hands. This is due to the fact that neither a helmet, nor a sword, to make high-quality and at the same time without extra costs at home you simply will not work. In the rest of the costume there is nothing that would require some special knowledge or skills in the manufacture. The base (bib) is very easy to make by sewing an unnecessary microcircuit from a computer to a black turtleneck. A cloak is just a piece of dense fabric sewn around the edges. The greaves and sleeves are made in an elementary way, by gluing and then painting the components of metal, gloves and unnecessary shoes.
And remember that the main color in the suit is black, which means that any deviation in the color scheme will simply spoil the quality and appearance of your product.