Tag: Chainmaille for Cosplay
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Chainmaille in the Steampunk World
We’ve been told more than once that “chainmaille has no place in the Steampunk realm.” That line usually comes right after Steampunk cosplayers encourage us to apply. They love our work. It comes right before the event organizers reject us. We’ve heard similar things from Renaissance Fairs, too. Our colors aren’t “period enough,” our booth…
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Styling Chainmaille with Soft Power
Chainmaille doesn’t always need a battlefield. Sometimes, it belongs in the hush between sips of coffee, layered over denim and worn like a whisper of strength. This week, we styled our purple-and-lavender panel for a café setting. Sunlight came in auburn waves. Silver chains caught the breeze. Armor was worn with ease. Color as Mood…
The Velvet Zebra 