- March 26th, 2014, 10:31 pm#4786711
"This is surreal-- like they made a really good movie out of all these internet nerds I know."
Ray... when someone asks you 'where the booty at' you say 'WHOOT THERE IT IS.'
Candid Ecto Photos: http://picturesofsomenerdsectomobile.tumblr.com/
In my handful of years here on GBFans I've noticed that some of the resources for women's costumes can be a kind of gross series of threads to tread through. Sadly, the biggest one is many pages of dudes posting about what's hot, not, drooling, and some vague slut-shaming. Ew. Nobody wants to slog through that to find some scraps of outdated information. So I've taken the initiative to get some decent resources for women together. I hope that it'll end up being a great source of information for girls and guys who want to get their lady-friends involved.
This is going to be one of a few threads about women's uniforms. Here I'll be covering cute, feminine skirt/dress options and in the next one I'll talk about flight suits and sizing for them.
Part 2 on Flight Suits and more:link
Now, despite what that thread, HalloweenUSA, and Ghostbustersnews.com shows women, there is a spectrum of ways ladies can express themselves at Ghostbusters. Sexy and authentic are not the only two options! If anything, we have a lot more leeway to get creative with what we wear than guys do.
To begin, let's examine what we're sold: It's the number one result for "female/women/girl Ghostbuster" on any search engine....
The Rubies Suit
*distant screams*
It's a prime example of how costume companies are willing to sacrifice logic and good design for T and A.
I don't even know what the heck the designers were thinking when they made this.
The suits come in two varieties, booty shorts for average sized girls and skirts for plus sized women. The fabric these suits are made out of feels somewhere between polyester and velvet. It has two no-ghost logos, to make up for a missing nametag. The elbow pads are sewn into the sleeves, so they're often on your arm instead of your elbow. It also has flared sleeves which gives the effect of the wearer being a wizard.
The bagged costume also features an adjustable foam belt with "fobs" (o-rings hanging off the belt loops), and a miniature sized floppy rubber proton pack purse (accidentally designed upside-down). In addition to the sewn-in pack straps on the shoulders, it also features tit straps.
(That's right, TIT STRAPS. They have buckles that can be adjusted to your tit comfort level so your nunga-nungas don't go flying everywhere.)
Also a hat that makes you look like a sports-bar waitress.
Now I've tried this suit on before… for science. If you're not comfortable with your shorts being INSIDE YOU then either go for a size up than you normally would or grab the plus-size version.
For something that costs $50.00 on average it's made very poorly. The pack does not look anything like the one pictured above, it's a floppy, deflated, and sad looking rubber excuse for a bag. The outfit itself will probably only last one or two washes before it falls apart.
This costume is great for those who want to wear it for a couple of Halloween parties and are willing to sacrifice money if they don't have the time or effort to put together their own costume. If you're looking for a quick solution, check this out, but definitely go to eBay for it. It's not worth the original price.
Depending on how you wear it, this suit can look anywhere from sexy, to cute, to… uh… whatever this is… Moderation is key, folks.
What it's not great for is the convention scene or doing events with GB groups. The color and material of the suit is far-off from the color of khaki flight suits. You won't be easily matching your significant other unless they're wearing a Rubies suit too. If you want to be more "accurate", but still express yourself the way you want, read about these other options for short one-pieces.
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Dickies Dresses
Dickies dresses are pretty much staples of cutie patootie Ghostbuster gals. They're really versatile and comfortable, so they're naturally the most common options for women who want to wear something other than the Rubies suit. They're cheaper than the Rubies bundle, but you'll need to order patches and a belt online, resources for which can be found here on GBFans. I recommend picking off the 'Dickies' logo off the front of them before wearing them out. It just looks nicer.
They come in two varieties, the Annie zipper front and the Betty Ford button up. They also come in multiple colors, so you can go anywhere from khaki to black to a creative bright red! The black dresses have been dyed to match the GB2 navy, so there's no limit to what movie can be represented. They're also quite versatile fashion-wise. If you live in cold weather areas they pair well with long sleeved shirts and Under Armour.
The Annie Dress
The zip up dress fits the aesthetic of Ghostbusters by echoing the style of flight suits with its front pockets and metal zipper. I've worn this dress for many years and never had any problems with it. The only minor complaint I had was the front chest pockets. Even if you're not well-endowed, if you put anything in them you'll be able to see the imprint as clear as day, so I advise having a bag or belt hooks/holsters for your wallet, phone, makeup, or keys. The skirt can also be a little short, so if you don't feel like flaunting what you've got, toss some leggings, tights, or an underskirt on. I highly recommend trying to wear this with long gloves. For some reason it just looks neat.
Lovely examples of the Annie
It can be found for sale at Dickies' website, but be sure to keep an eye on eBay for these!
The Betty Ford Dress
The Betty Ford is definitely as popular as the Annie option. Though the buttons aren't quite accurate, you cannot deny how awesome it looks. Instead of having two boob pockets like the Annie style dress, the Betty only features one, so you'll still have to toss your stuff on your belt or in a purse. It's pretty much the same game as the Annie, but with buttons instead of a zipper.
Wonderful examples of the Betty Ford
Dickies sells it here.
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Other Dresses
I've seen many different variations of GB uniforms with skirts/dresses. Basically, if you want something more frilly, feminine, or different that fits your own style/needs you can check out your local thrift store, eBay, and sometimes even big brand stores for khaki and navy dresses! Heck, you can even sew your own pattern if you're so inclined! All it takes is a few patches and a military pistol belt to turn a plain dress into something GB chic!
Check out some of these variations for inspiration!
If anyone who would like to share their experiences, suggestions, and/or pictures of your (or your significant other's) costume, feel free to share.
And don't be afraid to ask questions if you have any!
This is going to be one of a few threads about women's uniforms. Here I'll be covering cute, feminine skirt/dress options and in the next one I'll talk about flight suits and sizing for them.
Part 2 on Flight Suits and more:link
Now, despite what that thread, HalloweenUSA, and Ghostbustersnews.com shows women, there is a spectrum of ways ladies can express themselves at Ghostbusters. Sexy and authentic are not the only two options! If anything, we have a lot more leeway to get creative with what we wear than guys do.
To begin, let's examine what we're sold: It's the number one result for "female/women/girl Ghostbuster" on any search engine....
The Rubies Suit
*distant screams*
It's a prime example of how costume companies are willing to sacrifice logic and good design for T and A.
I don't even know what the heck the designers were thinking when they made this.
The suits come in two varieties, booty shorts for average sized girls and skirts for plus sized women. The fabric these suits are made out of feels somewhere between polyester and velvet. It has two no-ghost logos, to make up for a missing nametag. The elbow pads are sewn into the sleeves, so they're often on your arm instead of your elbow. It also has flared sleeves which gives the effect of the wearer being a wizard.
The bagged costume also features an adjustable foam belt with "fobs" (o-rings hanging off the belt loops), and a miniature sized floppy rubber proton pack purse (accidentally designed upside-down). In addition to the sewn-in pack straps on the shoulders, it also features tit straps.
(That's right, TIT STRAPS. They have buckles that can be adjusted to your tit comfort level so your nunga-nungas don't go flying everywhere.)
Also a hat that makes you look like a sports-bar waitress.
Now I've tried this suit on before… for science. If you're not comfortable with your shorts being INSIDE YOU then either go for a size up than you normally would or grab the plus-size version.
For something that costs $50.00 on average it's made very poorly. The pack does not look anything like the one pictured above, it's a floppy, deflated, and sad looking rubber excuse for a bag. The outfit itself will probably only last one or two washes before it falls apart.
This costume is great for those who want to wear it for a couple of Halloween parties and are willing to sacrifice money if they don't have the time or effort to put together their own costume. If you're looking for a quick solution, check this out, but definitely go to eBay for it. It's not worth the original price.
Depending on how you wear it, this suit can look anywhere from sexy, to cute, to… uh… whatever this is… Moderation is key, folks.
What it's not great for is the convention scene or doing events with GB groups. The color and material of the suit is far-off from the color of khaki flight suits. You won't be easily matching your significant other unless they're wearing a Rubies suit too. If you want to be more "accurate", but still express yourself the way you want, read about these other options for short one-pieces.
____________________
Dickies Dresses
Dickies dresses are pretty much staples of cutie patootie Ghostbuster gals. They're really versatile and comfortable, so they're naturally the most common options for women who want to wear something other than the Rubies suit. They're cheaper than the Rubies bundle, but you'll need to order patches and a belt online, resources for which can be found here on GBFans. I recommend picking off the 'Dickies' logo off the front of them before wearing them out. It just looks nicer.
They come in two varieties, the Annie zipper front and the Betty Ford button up. They also come in multiple colors, so you can go anywhere from khaki to black to a creative bright red! The black dresses have been dyed to match the GB2 navy, so there's no limit to what movie can be represented. They're also quite versatile fashion-wise. If you live in cold weather areas they pair well with long sleeved shirts and Under Armour.
The Annie Dress
The zip up dress fits the aesthetic of Ghostbusters by echoing the style of flight suits with its front pockets and metal zipper. I've worn this dress for many years and never had any problems with it. The only minor complaint I had was the front chest pockets. Even if you're not well-endowed, if you put anything in them you'll be able to see the imprint as clear as day, so I advise having a bag or belt hooks/holsters for your wallet, phone, makeup, or keys. The skirt can also be a little short, so if you don't feel like flaunting what you've got, toss some leggings, tights, or an underskirt on. I highly recommend trying to wear this with long gloves. For some reason it just looks neat.
Lovely examples of the Annie
It can be found for sale at Dickies' website, but be sure to keep an eye on eBay for these!
The Betty Ford Dress
The Betty Ford is definitely as popular as the Annie option. Though the buttons aren't quite accurate, you cannot deny how awesome it looks. Instead of having two boob pockets like the Annie style dress, the Betty only features one, so you'll still have to toss your stuff on your belt or in a purse. It's pretty much the same game as the Annie, but with buttons instead of a zipper.
Wonderful examples of the Betty Ford
Dickies sells it here.
____________________
Other Dresses
I've seen many different variations of GB uniforms with skirts/dresses. Basically, if you want something more frilly, feminine, or different that fits your own style/needs you can check out your local thrift store, eBay, and sometimes even big brand stores for khaki and navy dresses! Heck, you can even sew your own pattern if you're so inclined! All it takes is a few patches and a military pistol belt to turn a plain dress into something GB chic!
Check out some of these variations for inspiration!
If anyone who would like to share their experiences, suggestions, and/or pictures of your (or your significant other's) costume, feel free to share.
And don't be afraid to ask questions if you have any!
"This is surreal-- like they made a really good movie out of all these internet nerds I know."
Ray... when someone asks you 'where the booty at' you say 'WHOOT THERE IT IS.'
Candid Ecto Photos: http://picturesofsomenerdsectomobile.tumblr.com/