Costumes need enough visual references to be able to see the entire costume in order to be approvable.
### Generics For generic characters with a high degree of customization, Saber Guild approved costumes are based on this costume addendum (for basic Jedi and Sith), or based off of the costume standard templates which have been developed for Saber Guild. For generic characters for which there is little to no customization (ie Temple Guards, Shadow Guards, Imperial Knights), costumes are judged using the current standard or CRL for that costume from either the Rebel Legion or the 501st Legion. If no standard or CRL exists, the costume is judged based off of reference images from visual media. ### One-time Use Characters and Costumes In order to expand on the types of stories that are able to be told in performances, Star Wars characters or costumes which do not meet the criteria for approval in Saber Guild can be one-time approved for a particular show. One-time use characters must adhere to the standards for that costume from the 501st Legion, the Rebel Legion, the Mandalorian Mercenaries, or the Dark Empire (for generic smugglers). One-time show characters and Costumes must be approved on a case by case basis by the Global Council. Once approved by the Council for a specific show, they will not need to be approved for each performance. Temples will also occasionally engage in charitable activities that encourage the inclusion of colors or accessories that are not generally approvable. A request must be sent to the Global Council, along with pictures of the intended costume change, for approval. Once those changes are approved for a specific event, they do not need to be approved again in the future for that specific event unless updated or modified. While special event one-time use costume pieces may be made from otherwise unapprovable fabrics and in otherwise unapprovable colors, they should still adhere to Saber Guild standards for construction quality.Special event costume pieces may not include any logos.
Items in the following list are common special-event modifications, and do not need to be approved by the Global Council; instead, they are approved locally by the temple’s LCC: ● Themed head accessories (e.g. hats, headbands, flower crowns) ● Themed handheld accessories (e.g umbrellas/parasols) ● Feather Boas, leis, beads, necklaces, and scarves ● Solid, color-blocked, or ombre socks, gloves, arm or leg warmers, leg wraps, or arm wraps ● Alterations to lightsaber using colored tape or neopixel blade (e.g. candy cane striping, rainbow) ● Solid, color-blocked, or ombre tabards/obi in thematically appropriate colors ● Colored tape on armor ● Flags affixed to the costume or saber, or worn as a cape ● Solid, color-blocked, or ombre capes, cloaks, cowls, and ponchos ● Colored wigs ● Lights or glowsticks ● Glitter or other makeup in non-approvable colors. This cannot be full alien makeup.LCCs must judge special event modifications on both quality of construction, and safety for the specific event.
# 3-Color Rule The main soft goods of the costume must be no more than three colors. Main soft goods for this purpose include the following required items: - Outer tunic (which must be primary) - Inner tunic - Obi - Pants and Skirts only included if they are a secondary faction color - Trim is not included in three color rule. It also includes the following optional items: - Surcoats (which must be primary) - Cowls - Armlets - Boot Wraps [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/3-color-example.jpg) ### Allowable Colors We have created a color document that encompasses the approvable colors for different parts of the costume for each faction. This document is meant to provide a spectrum of color and does not need to be matched exactly. No neon or electric colors will be permitted for either faction. Primary Colors must be used for Outer Tunics, Surcoats, Cloaks/Capes/Robe, and accent colors for leather parts. Secondary Colors can be used for tabards, obi, inner tunics, pants/skirts, and linings for outer tunics, cloaks, and surcoats. All items that can be Secondary Colors can also be a color from the Primary Colors chart. They cannot be colors from the Trim Colors chart. Trim Colors can only be used on trim of garments. Trim on garments can also be colors from the Primary and Secondary chart of the appropriate faction. These charts are meant to show a range of colors. Colors do not have to be an exact match. If an applicant or member is unsure if a color is a primary, secondary, or trim color please have the Local Costume Consular (LCC) check the color with the Global Costume Consulars (GCCs). # Jedi Colors - Jedi primary colors are browns, greens, tans, khakis, and creams. These colors are commonly referred to as earth tones. No neon or electric greens will be allowed. - Jedi secondary colors are blues, light purples, teals, and oranges. No neon colors, electric colors, or safety orange will be allowed. - Jedi have the option of using gold/yellow for trim only. No neon or electric yellow will be allowed. Jedi can choose trim colors from the Secondary and Primary Color Charts. ### Jedi Primary Colors [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/jedi-primary-colors-1.png) [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/jedi-primary-colors-2.png) [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/jedi-primary-colors-3.png) [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/jedi-primary-colors-4.png) ### Jedi Secondary Colors [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/jedi-secondary-colors-1.png) [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/jedi-secondary-colors-2.png) [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/jedi-secondary-colors-3.png) ### Jedi Trim Colors [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/jedi-trim-colors-1.png) # Sith Colors - Sith primary colors are blacks, grays, and reds/maroons/wine colors. Grays must be as dark or darker than the two lightest grays on the Sith Primary Grays chart. Primary reds/maroons/wine colors should look more red than pink or purple. - Sith Secondary colors are dark blue (navy and darker), dark greens that are darker than Hex Color 09483D, and purples of medium to dark hue. - Sith can use oranges and yellows for trim only. No neon or safety yellow or oranges will be permitted. Sith can also choose trim colors from the Secondary and Primary Color Charts. ### Ombre colors Ombre colors may be used for Sith. Costume pieces that need to be primary colors (such as outer tunics) should only have ombre from the primary colors. Costume pieces that can be secondary colors (tabards, skirts, inner tunic etc) should only have ombre from the primary or secondary colors for Sith ### Sith Primary Colors [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/sith-primary-colors-1.png) [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/sith-primary-colors-2.png) [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/sith-primary-colors-3.png) ### Sith Secondary Colors [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/sith-secondary-colors-1.png) [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/sith-secondary-colors-2.png) ### Sith Trim Colors [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/sith-trim-colors-1.png) # Fabrics The original costume design of Star Wars uses wools, raw silks, and a variety of other high-quality woven fabrics for Jedi and Sith that provide texture and depth to costumes on screen. Our costumes should strive to create the illusion of screen accuracy, to provide an immersive Star Wars experience for our audience. - Fabrics must be opaque either on their own or with lining. - Fabrics must be textured and/or be matte in appearance. - Fabrics cannot have high pile (be fuzzy) like towels, polar fleece, or faux fur. - Fabrics cannot have a high gloss or shine, such as with formal wear fabrics. - Fabrics cannot appear plastic. Vinyl is meant to look leather-like. The guides below are meant to assist you in picking fabrics for non-face characters, but is not a guarantee of approval. This list is not comprehensive and fabric names may vary depending upon country. Have your LCC check with the GCCs if there are questions #### Common #### The following fabrics are usually approvable with some exceptions and caveats.| **Recommended Materials** | **Weave/Type** |
| Linen and Linen Blends | Hopsack, Suiting, Twill, Muslin, Upholstery-Weight (no vinyl backing) |
| Silk | Tusseh, Noile |
| Cotton and Cotton Blends | Canvas, Duck, Suiting, Osnaburg, Crinkle Gauze\[1\], Twill, Tapestry \[2\], Monkscloth \[2\] ,Upholstery-Weight (no vinyl backing) |
| Hemp and Hemp Blends | Muslin, Canvas |
| Wool | Twill, Suiting |
| Microfiber/Polyester | Suiting, Microsuede, Upholstery Weight, Twill |
| Leather | Suede \[2\]\[3\], Garment-weight \[2\]\[3\] |
| Pleather/Synthetic Leather | Not glossy. Must appear like leather. \[2\]\[3\] |
| **Possible Materials** | **Weave/Type** |
| Linen and Linen Blends | Sheeting |
| Silk | Velveteen |
| Cotton and Cotton Blends | Muslin, Corduroy, Heavy Broadcloth, Bubble Gauze |
| Polyester and other Synthetics | Microsuede, Suiting, Twill, Pleather, Corduroy, Velveteen |
| **Not Recommended** | **Reasoning** |
| Broadcloth/Quilting Cotton | Too Thin and usually see-through |
| Taffeta/Tulle/Lining Polyester | Too shiny and too thin |
| Lycra/Spandex/Performance Poly | Too shiny and too thin |
| Sweater Knits | No cozy sweaters for Jedi/Sith |
| Satin/Sateen | Rejected for Shine |
Please note that any fabric that looks thin and/or shiny, such as light broadcloth or thin polyesters (like those used for mass produced bagged costumes for Halloween) will be rejected. Consistently rejected fabrics include vinyl that does not look like leather, quilter’s cotton, kona cotton, flannel, light broadcloth, taffeta, velvet, sateen, dupioni, polyester poplin, and satin.
Please consults with the Global Costume Consulars on any fabric questions prior to construction or purchase.
[](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/leather-tabard-1.jpg) [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/leather-tabard-2.jpg) Leather / Pleather Tabard Examples # Tunics ### Outer tunics Outer tunics may be colors from the primary colors, and may have linings with colors from the secondary colors. The outer tunic must be long enough to at minimum cover the groin and rear, though it may be longer. Full length tunics should not drag on the floor and should be hemmed at least a couple of inches off the ground so that they do not present a tripping hazard. Ankle length is a safe choice for choreography. Tunic should not appear to pull too tight on either side, and should not notably bunch or pucker due to pulling. The bottom of the “V” where the front of the tunic crosses over should fall notably above the obi. Tunic fit should be adjusted to fit the applicant’s body type. Tunics may cross either left over right or right over left (though left over right is recommended (wearer’s left and right). However, outer tunic and inner tunic should cross the same way.Pleated sleeves are not permitted for generic Jedi. Sith are permitted pleated sleeves.
Outer tunics may have slits up the sides or up the back for mobility. However, these slits must not expose the groin or rear, and must not split the tunic skirt into more than 2-3 sections total. These slits should go no higher than the obi. Outer tunics may have hood if the inner tunic or tabards do not have a hood. The hood of an outer tunic should have the same appearance as a hood on a cloak/robe in shape and construction. Outer tunics may have; full sleeves, three quarter length sleeves, or be sleeveless. A vertical seam is allowed in the back. Full length sleeves must reach past the wrist but not exceed the first knuckle in the hand when arms are held out to the sides at a 45 degree angle and with arms straight (no bend at the elbow). See the picture below for example. Three- quarter length sleeves and sleeveless outer tunics must be used with either a full-sleeved inner tunic that reaches at least the wrist of the arm, or appropriate arm wraps, armlets, or bracers. These arm wraps/ armlets/ bracers can either be over the cuff of the sleeve so you do not see the end of the sleeve, or under the sleeve so long as the wrap or armlet reaches the wrist of the arm. [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/tunic-sleeve-example-1.png "Examples of approved costumes, with the allowable sleeve lengths for each costume shown between the green lines. The location of the wrist is shown with a black line. Sleeve lengths cannot extend past the first red line)") *Examples of approved costumes, with the allowable sleeve lengths for each costume shown between the green lines. The location of the wrist is shown with a black line. Sleeve lengths cannot extend past the first red line)* Sleeve seams should be on the underside of the arm, and not visible along the sleeve. Shoulder seams (for sleeved tunics) or hems (for sleeveless tunics) should rest at the shoulder rather than extending down the bicep. The armscye (ie arm hole) for a sleeved tunic must be fully above the obi. It should extend no further than the mid ribcage, and must be proportional to the wearer. Sleeveless tunics should have smaller [armscyes](https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/armscye#:~:text=%3A%20armhole,or%20outline%20of%20the%20armhole "Tailoring term for "arm hole"") than sleeved tunics, and cannot show undergarments or excessive skin through the armhole.Note: many commercially available patterns for tunics have excessively large armscyes which may need to be altered, especially for sleeveless tunics.
### Inner Tunics Inner tunics may be colors from the secondary colors. They may have one of three styles of collar: Traditional, Mandarin, and Turtleneck/Mock-Turtleneck. They can either be full sleeved or a dickey that mimics the look. If done as a dickey, they should give the appearance of being a full under tunic, though visible undersleeves are not necessary unless specific to a character.Please note that band collars are not permitted.
[](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/inner-tunic-example-1.png) [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/inner-tunic-example-2.png) Band Collars. This style is not approvable for inner tunicsPleated sleeves are not permitted for generic Jedi, but are permitted for generic Sith.
Inner tunics are permitted to have hoods so long as the tabards and outer tunic do not have a hood. As with hoods on outer tunics, the appearance of the hood should be similar to that of a Jedi robe. If using a commercially produced shirt as an inner tunic with a sleeveless outer tunic or three-quarter sleeve outer tunic, there should be no visible t-shirt style or knit style cuffs visible. This may be achieved by hand tacking the cuff under in such a way that it is not visible (making sure that the sleeves are still long enough), or by covering the cuff with gloves, bracers, arm wraps, or armlets (please see the Arm and Hand Accessories section for more details on what is approvable). While knits are permitted for inner tunics which are commercially produced shirts, Under Armor and other athletic training turtlenecks are not allowed due to them being a high sheen fabric. ### High-Low Tunics Both outer and Inner Tunics are permitted to have high-low hems. Tunics should be tapered in either rounded or angled way and should not simply be the back panel is the longer length. For tunics that are of a high-low design (e.g. the hem of the back of the tunic is longer than the front) it is acceptable for the rear tabards to run to the rear hem instead of being equal length with the front tabards. It is also acceptable for them to go *below* the hem in accordance with length rules for tabards. [Please see the tabards section for more specific information.](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/tabards "Tabards") [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/high-low-tunic-1.jpg)[](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/high-low-tunic-2.jpg) Examples of High-Low Tunics # Pants and Skirts ### Pants Trousers, pants, leggings, and skirts may be colors from the primary or secondary colors for the appropriate faction. Trousers/pants/leggings should be opaque, including where the fabric stretches over the knees. Trousers should sit at the waist (so any pockets present are not visible), and be of a relaxed fit. They should not blouse out excessively over the tops of the boots when tucked in. No visible logos or patterns are allowed. Denim is not an acceptable material for pants except for canon characters, where applicable. Athletic pants with a shiny finish are not an acceptable material for pants. --- ### Skirts Skirts should hang below the top of the boot and are allowed to extend up to the ankle. Skirts should not drag on the floor, as this presents a tripping hazard--ankle length is a safe length for choreography. Skirts should sit at the waist, and waistline should be covered by the obi. Skirts may have up to two slits. The slits can be either on both sides, or on the front and the back between the legs. If the slits are on the sides, they can go no higher than low hip. If the slits are in the front and/or back, they must be low enough that the rear and crotch are still completely covered. Skirts should be made of similar materials as that of the rest of the costume. Denim is not an acceptable material for skirts. When a skirt is worn, legs must be completely covered under the skirt by leggings, tights or pants. Colors for the leggings or pants may come from the primary or secondary colors for the appropriate faction. Leggings/Tights must be at least semi opaque—no skin may be shown under the skirt. Leggings worn under a skirt may be of ordinarily unapprovable fabrics; however, they cannot be shiny (i.e. no vinyl), or have visible patterns in the texture (i.e. corduroy). Leggings must be a solid color, with no visible logos, patterns, or holes. --- ### Hakama and Pleated Pants Hakama or pleated pants that look like Hakama are allowed for Sith. If Hakama are used, the open areas on the side should be closed so as to not allow the under tunic or other garments to be visible.Hakama are only allowed for Sith.
# Tabards [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/tabard-canon-examples.jpg)Canonical examples of tabards Tabards are the fabric pieces worn over the outer tunic and under the robes. There are five types of tabards that Saber Guild uses: traditional, vest, hybrid/combo, scarf, and apron. Medieval style tabards that are fashioned like a loose-fitting sleeveless coat or cape and are seen on some High Republic Jedi are not allowed under this standard. The other High Republic style that is not allowed under this template is where the tabards form an X across the body. Tabards can overlap slightly at above the obi on the front and the back. Tabards should have hidden fasteners to attach them to the tunics to keep them from slipping down the shoulders. ### Colors Tabards can be primary or secondary colors. They can have up to 1”/ 2.54 cm trim that can be primary/secondary/or trim colors. Geometric patterns and other embellishments should be approved with the GCCs prior to construction/purchase. [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/tabard-width-example.jpg) ### Dimensions Tabard width should be approximately shoulder width, as defined as the length from the collar of the outer tunic to the edge of the shoulder. Tabards should end no more than 1”/ 2.54 cm centimeters before or past the shoulders. Tabard width/size should be even on the left and the right side. The width of the tabard should be consistent throughout the garment until the ends which can end in an angle or chevron, or gently rounded versions of those shapes. Length is judged from the average tabard length and not from the end when the end comes to a point/is angled. Tabard minimum length is at the hem of the tunic or skirt. Maximum length is 6”/15.25 cm longer than the hem of the tunic or skirt, whichever is longer. Tabards can be longer in back than the front so long as they are following a high-low tunic hem. Should a tunic or skirt hem be calf to ankle length the tabards do not have to meet the hem so long as they are knee length or longer. Tabard length should be even on the right/left side of the body. Length is judged on the average tabard length and not from the end when the end comes to a point/is angled. Please see the figure below, which shows some approved costumes and the allowable tabard lengths on those costumes, for examples. [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/tabard-length-example.jpg)Examples of approved costumes, with the allowable tabard lengths for each costume. **Red** (shortest allowable), **Yellow** (approved length), and **Blue** (longest allowable) ## Style Options #### Traditional Style Traditional tabards are defined as two separate pieces on the left and right shoulder. This style of tabards may end at the obi in back. These tabards should remain a consistent width throughout the length of the fabric. These tabards are seen on most Clone Wars-era Jedi such as Anakin Skywalker, Obi Wan Kenobi, and Mace Windu. [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/tabard-traditional.png) #### Vest Style Tabard [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/GaFtabard-vest-example.jpg) These tabards are seen on Tiplar and Tiplee in the Clone Wars cartoon. Vest style tabards must meet all stated rules for minimum length, but are exempt from rules about maximum length. They must still be hemmed at least a couple of inches off the ground so as not present a tripping hazard. Vest style cannot end at the obi in back. Vest Style Tabards must have a clearly defined split in the front to show the inner and outer tunics above and beneath the obi. However the applicant may also wear an apron style tabard in conjunction with a vest style tabard. The apron would be worn beneath the obi. Vest style tabards may completely wrap around the body like a vest or have a split at the side. A vertical seam is allowed down the center of the back. Upright collars are allowed on vest style tabards and a hood may be used so long as the tabard is not leather and there is no hood on the tunics. Hood should be similar in shape/construction to that on a Jedi robe. #### Hybrid/Combo Style Tabard This style is best seen on a young Cal Kestis in the video game Jedi: Fallen Order. Hybrid style tabards follow rules for vest tabards from the waist up, and rules for standard tabards from the waist down. They must have a solid back and may either completely wrap around the body as a solid piece of fabric, or have a split on the side. Below the obi, they split into two sections which subject to the length and shape restrictions of standard tabards. Like a vest tabard, they must be made of the same fabric above and below the waist.Note that hybrid style tabards may not end at the waist in the back, as this is indistinguishable from a vest tabard ending at the waist, which is not permitted.
#### Scarf Style Tabards [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/tabard-scarf-example.png) Scarf Style tabards involve a single piece of fabric that hangs around the neck and drops down on either side to give the appearance of a tabard in the front. This style is best seen with Tatooine Luke’s tabards in Return of the Jedi, or Agen Kolar in Attack of the Clones. The tabard is constructed similarly to a liturgical stole, and should rest smoothly around the shoulders and the back of the shoulders where they meet the neck without bunching up.Please note that scarf tabards constructed as one straight rectangle of fabric will not rest smoothly, and will not be approved.
#### Apron Style Tabards Apron style tabards have two styles. When traditional or combo style tabards shoulder pieces appear to meet under the obi and become one piece below the obi that is an apron style. An apron can also be a separate constructed piece that starts under the obi. This piece is worn with any other style of tabard in front and only with traditional or hybrid/combo style tabards in back. Shaak-Ti and Luminara Unduli from Clone Wars both have standalone apron pieces. If an applicant/member wants to drop the shoulder tabards they will need to look at the Consular/Sorcerer Standard. # Surcoats The Surcoat can be seen on Ki-Adi Mundi and Sarrissa Jeng in the Geonosis Arena in Episode II: Attack of the Clones. A surcoat may be worn over the outer tunic for both Jedi and Sith, must have a hood, and should be closed in some capacity in the front, though no visible fastener should exist. The surcoat must be constructed so that it is capable of covering the whole torso, even if it worn partially open above the obi. Tabards must still be worn either over or under the surcoat, as the surcoat is not a replacement for either tabards or a tunic. Surcoats may be colors from primary colors, and may have linings with colors from the secondary colors.Surcoats function as an optional accessory, as all normal costume elements are still required.
# Embellishments ### Trim If desired, decorative trim can be applied to the outer edges, or be slightly inset and run along the edge, of the tabards and obi, and to the hem, sleeve edge, and collar band of inner and outer tunics. Trim can also run down the center of tabards or obis. Trim must be no more than 1” (2.5cm) in width, unless it is being used on the neck band of the outer tunic, in which case it can be the entire width of the neck band. Trim must be neatly applied, and uniform in width.There can only be one additional color of trim added in a costume, which must be one of the primary, secondary, or trim colors for the appropriate faction. Trim can also be a color which is used in another part of the costume.
### Geometric Shapes Geometric abstractions (circles, squares, straight lines that form a pattern, triangles etc) can be used within trim for **both tunics and tabards**. Designs should be similar to what appears in Star Wars. Designs can be inspired by real world cultural designs, but should not mimic the design. Celtic Knotwork, Kanji, Norse runes, or similar easily identifiable cultural designs will be rejected for being too earth-bound. **Designs should be pre-approved by the GCCs.** While ribbon can be used for trim, it needs to be matte in appearance. Further application methods are outlined in the other embellishments section of this document.This trim should still follow the same width requirements of trim and should follow color rules for the appropriate faction of the character.
### Decorative Topstitching In place of trim, decorative topstitching can be added to the same places where trim is allowed. Topstitching must be in a simple stitch pattern, such as straight stitch or zigzag stitch; any other stitch patterns should be pre-approved by the GCCs. It must be neatly done so that the stitching is uniform, straight, and an even distance from the edge of the garment.Topstitching must follow the same color rules as trim, and cannot be done with metallic or other shiny thread.
### Weathering Weathering for Saber Guild kits should be used to show that a kit has been used in the elements in the universe of Star Wars. Weathering should be a design choice and not used to justify wear on one element of a costume, unfinished construction, or dirty and unwashed pieces. Weathering should be consistent throughout the costume; one piece should not be significantly more weathered than the rest. Fabric pieces can be frayed around the edges, showing thinning of fabric in places of high friction, or discolored from use. Leather pieces can be discolored or rough in places with high friction. All parts of the costume must still be present, and all requirements to fit still apply. Work with your LCC and the GCCs through the weathering process to ensure that your costume is not over-weathered.Light to moderate weathering is allowed for Jedi, and more extensive weathering is allowed for Sith.
### Other Embellishments Designs on fabric should look like a Star Wars Universe design and should only be used for the tabard/obi. All designs other than those listed above should be pre-approved by the GCCs before construction begins. Please supply the Consulars with reference when adding design to your fabric. If you create your own designs on fabric, make sure your lines are clean, well defined, and that the fabric underneath the design isn’t visible. Fabric paint can be used, though it should be dark enough that it stands out, and that the design is clear. Applique is also encouraged, and embroidery will help give the design more definition and depth. Beading, or inking may also be used to add details to the tabards. Jedi designs for stitching, embroidery, or beading should not be gaudy or flashy to show expense. Jedi costumes are modest and humble and are not traditionally extravagant (no bedazzling). Sith embellishments may be slightly more flamboyant, but are still expected to be reasonably unobtrusive. Embellishments must fit into the Star Wars universe. As such, they must not look gothic medieval, or earthbound in design. Designs are strongly recommended to be geometric and must not contain a floral pattern. No heraldry markings are permitted (i.e., Sith Sun, Jedi symbol, Imperial Cog, First Order Black Sun, or any animals). [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/embellishment-example-1.jpg) [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/embellishment-example-2.jpg) Examples of embellishments # Obi  Example of an Obi under a belt. Obis can be from the primary or secondary color charts of the appropriate faction. Obis should extend all the way around the body at or close to the natural waist with no visible fasteners. Obis can be up to 6 in (15 cm) wider than the belt (3 in/7.5cm above and below) excluding trim. Embellishment allowed on obis are crinkles, trim, and patterns (please have LCC pre-approve pattern with GCC). Obis cut on the bias to crinkle should still be within approvable width. Wrapped obis are allowed, so long as they have fasteners and are not mistaken for a sash. The ends of an obi may be tapered where it fastens so long as the overall width of the obi remains even and the tapering is in the back. Any vertical seams must be in the back or on the side. Fabric panels used to extend the length should be added to the back so all seams are in back or on the side, whatever is least visible.Obis are optional under Darth Maul and Imperial Knight style belts.
# Belts ### Basic Rules Belts should be made of leather or hard pleather which gives the appearance of leather, and should be colored to work with the costume and the pouches on the belt. They need to be firm, and not appear to be wavering while worn or let the edges crinkle. Belts should have no more than 3 visible holes, or 6 if the holes are in two rows of three or three rows of two.**Jedi may have brown belts, while Sith are allowed black or red.**
Metal work on all belts may be silver, antique bronze, copper, gold (bright brass), or gunmetal. All metal work on the belt must match each other. The belt should rest at the natural waist and should rest straight and parallel the ground. It should not be worn down on the hips or skewed to one side. Belts should be able to support a lightsaber without pulling it down. Please note that many cheap vinyl belts available online are not capable of supporting a saber’s weight, so please check before submitting a costume with one of these. Belts using velcro to secure the rear of the belt closed should be reinforced with snaps or other hidden fasteners to prevent the belt from coming undone during choreography. ### Original Trilogy Style Belt [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/belt-ot-example.jpg) For OT style belts please make sure the width of the belt is at least 2” (5cm) wide. The belt should be made specifically to the applicant’s size or designed to allow the excess part of the strap to be hidden behind the rest of the belt. Buckles on OT style belts should either be Rectangular, Oval, or Octagonal in shape and should be proportional to the width of the belt. No food capsules are needed for original trilogy style belts ### Prequel Style Belt [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/belt-prequel-example.png)Two examples of a prequel style belt with a thin and wide belt. Prequel style belts should be roughly 2-3 inches (5-7.5cm) wide, accounting for body type, and have a thinner belt running down the middle of the larger belt. The inner (narrower) belt should have a buckle or ring serving as a fastener in the middle that appears to be metallic, and secured with two sets of metal studs to the left and right of the fastener. Studs should be metallic and should be rounded. No spike-like studs are allowed on Prequel style belts. The inner belt should appear to be continuous, and may have ends secured to the fastener using small leather keepers or metallic rivets or Chicago screws. Prequel style belts must have a keeper or pouch on the back to cover where the belt is secured so the ends and any fasteners are not visible. A minimum of four food capsules are needed and no more than twelve is allowed, and they must be in even amounts of four, six, eight, ten or twelve. The thinner belt may be a different color than the wider belt, as long as all colors are from the primary colors for their faction.. Prequel style belts may also have one or two decorative grooves along each edge of the outer belt. Inner belts may have one or two decorative grooves along each edge, or one central decorative groove. These grooves must appear straight, and run parallel to the edge of the belt. All decorative grooves are permitted to be a contrasting color from the rest of the belt, provided that color is in the primary or secondary colors for their faction. No other decorative tooling is permitted. ### Combo Style Belt Combo style belt example Combo belts are allowed that combines a PT style belt with an OT style belt buckle. This is a 3 inch (7.5cm) wide belt that has an OT style buckle in the middle. The edges of the buckle should be at least 3/4ths the size of the larger belt. Luke Skywalker’s Belt from The Force Awakens is an example of this design, and is allowed for both Jedi and Sith in appropriate colors.The same rules for contrasting inner belts, decorative grooving, and other tooling laid out for prequel style belts also apply to combo belts.
### Imperial Knight Belts [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/belt-imp-knight-1.jpg) [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/imp-knight-2.png) Imperial Knight Belts are permitted for both Sith and Jedi, and follow the standard color and material rules for Jedi and Sith belts. **These belts are three layers.** - The **widest layer** lays closest to the skin and goes all the way around the body. It may be either one continuous width or have a point on the bottom. The width of this layer should be proportionate to the applicant. - The **middle layer** is one continuous width, narrower than the first layer, and ends in shallow points on either side of the buckle. There should be a notable gap between pointed ends of the middle layers and the buckle. - The **final layer** is about one inch (2.5cm) wide, goes all the way around the body, and weaves through slots in the middle layer on either side of the buckle. - It **may** be riveted to the middle layer - A keeper is used in the back. The buckle is unadorned metal, rectangular in shape, and is roughly the same width as the middle layer. Imperial greeblies are not allowed for Imperial Knight style belts for costumes that fall under the addendum. The Dark Side Military/Inquisitor template allows for the use of Imperial greeblies. Food capsules are not required for Imperial Knight style beltsPlease note that, when worn, no belt ends should be visible on the widest or narrowest layers (all ends for these belts should be hidden under the keeper or buckle).
### Maul Belts [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/belt-maul-example.png)This belt style is only permitted for Sith.
It consists of a wide base belt, which has a wider rounded section at the front of the torso, and four narrow belts that sit on top of the wide belt. The narrow belts are riveted to the wide belt, and no visible buckles are used. A keeper at the middle back hides the ends of all the belts and makes them appear continuous. # Belt Accessories #### Required Accessories The following are required ***minimum*** items based on the character type that you choose. #### Jedi - At least four food capsules (unless using an OT style belt) - At least one pouch, two recommended - One saber clip #### Sith - At least one pouch, two recommended - One saber clip ### Food Capsules For costumes requiring food capsules, a minimum of four food capsules are needed and no more than twelve is allowed, and they must be in even amounts of four, six, eight, ten or twelve. Food capsules can be in any color seen in canon, including copper, silver, gold, and gunmetal. ### Belt Clips All belts should have either a prequel style covertech clip or OT style lightsaber hanger in their belts. Sabers are not required to have the corresponding covertech wheel or D-ring. The number of clips on an applicant’s belt should not be more than the number of sabers they carry. All clips must be combat safe and not resemble items from earth cultures or other non Star-Wars intellectual property. [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/belt-clip-example.png) ### PouchesAt least one belt pouch is required for approval; two is preferred.
Allowable colors for pouches are brown for Jedi and red/black for Sith. Snaps or other metallic closures should be silver, antique bronze, copper, gold (bright brass), or gunmetal. It is preferred, but not required, that pouches are in the same shade range as the belt. Pouches should be formed and made of thicker leather. Resin pouches may be accepted if they are constructed to appear as leather or leather-like and have a secure method of attachment to avoid safety issues (i.e., durable, well-situated clips so that they are secured to the belt at a proper height). The leather must not have animal embossing or print (such as snakeskin or eel skin). Foam, canvas, or other materials will not be approved. Pouches with plastic clips, elastic sides, ren-faire style lacing, or open spaces in the bottom corners will not be approved. Pouches should not look earthbound or from another genre (medieval or Ren Faire types). Any embossing or other decorations should be minimal and should be pre-approved by the GCCs. ##### Approvable Pouch Examples To clarify how these rules translate to existing pouches, examples of approvable and unapprovable pouches are included below. [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/pouch-example-1.jpg)[](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/pouch-example-2.jpg)[](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/pouch-example-3.jpg)[](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/pouch-example-4.jpg) ##### Rejected Pouches [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/pouch-reject-example-1.jpg) While not flat, the following two examples are poorly constructed or are made from poorly constructed materials and will not be approved. Furthermore, the set on the right does not appear leather or leather-like and has an unnatural seam that ruins its aesthetic. [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/pouch-reject-example-2.jpg) Handcuff pouches can look too earthbound and embossing is usually not approved for use. [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/pouch-reject-example-3.jpg) If you are going to look for handcuff pouches, try to find a more generic version. The two handcuff pouches below would be approved. [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/pouch-cuff-approvable-1.jpg) ### Optional Accessories Applicants are permitted to add up to two optional belt accessories from the approved list below with local approval from their LCC. Additional items, or items not appearing on this list, must be submitted to the GCCs for approval. Please note that blasters are not approvable even as optional accessories. #### Approved items include - Droid callers - Commlinks - Holocrons - Extra pouches - Prequel style rebreathers - Extra lightsaber hilts beyond one (for single wielders) or two (for dual-wielders) # Boots Boots should appear to be of relatively smooth leather with no nap or animal embossing/print.**Boots must be shades of brown for Jedi and black for Sith.**
Elastic can take up to 25% of the boot’s total area. The back and inside of the leg are preferred for elastic. The outside of the boot may only have up to 2 in/5.08 cm of elastic. Boots should not have visible laces, logos, embellishments, or fringes. Boots should fit closely to the leg without significant ruching, bunching, or sagging. Boots should reach to a height between the base of the calf (where the muscle begins to curve) and the knee OR be 9 in/25.4 cm in height from top of heel to the top of the shaft. Whichever of these measurements is shorter is the minimum required height for boots. The shaft should be of similar height at the front and back of the boot, though a difference of less than 1.5 inches (4 cm), similar to traditional riding boots, is permitted. There should not be any significant gaps in the tops of the boots. Fold over top boots like those worn by Mace Windu and Ki Adi Mundi may be acceptable as long as the cuff is even across the boot, though fold-over should be pre-approved by the GCCs to ensure they don’t have a “pirate-like” appearance. Boots may have up to four straps and four simple buckles, though covering buckles with leather keepers like those seen on Obi-Wan’s boots is recommended. For safety during performances, boots with more than a two- inch (5cm) heel will not be approved. Zippers and zipper-pulls should be the same color as the boot or subdued, and may be painted to reduce visibility. Zippers are only approvable on the inner side and the back of the boot. Any Spats or half-chaps that are used must appear to be the same color and material of the boot. They have the same requirement as the boot for zippers and elastic. Spats/half-chaps must be secured tightly to the leg and should not flap when worn. Any velcro used to secure spats should not be visible when the boot is worn. A strap/elastic under the boot is permitted to hold the spat in place so long as the strap is tight to the foot and not a tripping hazard.| [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/spats-bad-1.jpg) Example of bad spats pulling away from boot | [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/spats-good-1.jpg)[](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/spats-good-2.jpg) Examples with good spats that are attached properly. |
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There are specific exceptions to this general rule outlined in this document (lightsabers and specific armor styles).
All other symbols, if they are not an instantly recognizable Star Wars symbols, such as the Jedi Logo, Imperial Cog, Sith Symbol etc., should be cleared with the GCCs and will be approved on a case by case basis by the GCCs. # Lightsabers Lightsabers should be **combat ready**, able to securely hold the blade style of choice of the Temple, and not easily break during choreography. Please see your LCC and LD for suggestions on what saber brands are and are not acceptable as there are a lot on the market. **Jedi colors** include various shades of the following: **Blue**, **Green**, **Purple**, **Yellow**, **Amber**. **Pink** is not an acceptable shade of **purple**, however. **Black** is restricted to the Dark Saber and not allowed for either side. **Silver/White** are not permitted for Jedi and should be used only for canon characters that wield them (Ahsoka, Imperial Knights). **Red** and **Blood Orange** are the only colors approved for **Sith** unless a canon character wields another color (Revan). These colors are not allowed for Jedi. Additional details such as leather or cloth wraps, o-rings, may be added to the saber if it keeps the Star Wars universe aesthetic. Lightsabers may also have Jedi Order or Sith Sun symbols etched onto them. Any other requested design should be cleared through the Global Costume Consulars, though some designs such as animals and creatures will not be permitted. Imperial Cogs should only be added to characters working as Inquisitors for the Empire. # Arm and Hand Accessories Any hand or arm accessory can be worn on one side only, or as a pair on both sides. If they are worn on both sides, they must match each other.| Item | Reference Image | Material | Additional Notes |
| Bracers (Non-Armor) | [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/arm-bracer-example.jpg) | Leather or Leather-Like | - Bracers made of harder materials than leather are considered armor and must be pre-approved in the design process. - Cannot have any visible laces or buckles. - May have up to three straps; the ends of the straps must be hidden - Must encompass the entire forearm with no visible gap. - Can be closed by snaps (must be subdued), industrial Velcro, or magnets, but this closure must be hidden on the inner forearm - No etching or designs other than basic lines or borders will be permitted. - Bracers may have a flap extending over the hand, provided - that the wrist is still capable of full range of motion. If a hand flap is present, the bracer must be worn over some sort of - sleeve or wrap. |
| Bicep Cuffs | [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/arm-cuff-example.jpg) | Leather or Leather-Like | - Completely encircle the bicep - May be worn singly or in pairs. - Same construction and materials rules as bracers |
| Wraps | [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/arm-wrap-example.jpg) | The wraps should be made of an approvable fabric (please see the fabrics section for a list of options) | - May be worn with a tunic that is sleeved, sleeveless or has three-quarter sleeves. - No Under Armor or athletic elastic material will be allowed, with the exception of boxing wraps, which are allowed so long as the logo patch is removed and the Velcro fasteners are not visible. - All arm wraps must be secured so as to not come undone during a performance. - Velcro or other method of securing the wraps should be used, but not be visible. The method should be shown in a separate submission photo. - The color of the wraps should be complementary to the rest of the costume and should reflect colors allowed for tabards. |
| Armlets | [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/arm-armlet-example.jpg) | Should be made of an approvable fabric (please see the fabrics section for a list of options) | - Similar in construction to simple bracers, but made of fabric instead of leather. - May be used in place of wraps. - Should be tailored to ensure proper fit and avoid a baggy look. - The color of the armlets should be complementary to the rest of the costume and should reflect colors allowed for tabards. |
| Gloves | [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/arm-glove-example.jpg) | Leather or Leather-Like | - Gloves must be made from leather or leather-like material. No rubber gloves, suede gloves, silk or silk-like gloves, motocross gloves, cotton gloves, or workout gloves may be utilized. - Gloves should have no logos visible. - Sith gloves should generally be black, though red or gray may be used if they complement the costume. Jedi gloves should generally be brown, though alternate earth tone colors such as dark greens may be used if they complement the costume. - Gloves should be fitted to the member’s hand without excess material or bagginess, and should not impede wielding of the saber. The cuff and the hand portion of the glove should appear to be of the same material and should not have different finishes. - Fingerless gloves are permitted. - Gloves are permitted as suitable arm coverings for sleeveless costumes, provided that they have cuffs that come up at least to the mid forearm. - Zippers are allowed on gloves so long as they are on the under arm or side of the wrist or if they are concealed in some other fashion. |
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If there is a design in question it should be shown to the Global Costume Consulars prior to construction/purchase
### Sith Capes They may be colors from the Sith primary colors. They should be made of approvable fabrics, can be varying lengths, and should not be closed at the neck. They should go over the shoulder when worn at rest. They should be fastened to the costume in a manner that prevents it from hugging the throat during performances, or have an easy release for removal before a fight. Suggested fasteners include a chain such as Count Dooku or Darth Vader. Hidden fasteners such as with Kylo Ren are also allowed. ### Ponchos Ponchos are allowed, but should be used sparingly as most characters with ponchos wear them in extreme conditions. Robes/Cloaks/Capes should be the first choice for accessorizing the costume. Ponchos may be from the primary colors for the appropriate faction. Designs on ponchos must be restricted to basic geometric shapes and must be in colors appropriate to the Jedi or Sith.Ponchos are a robe/cloak/cape replacement and not an outer tunic replacement.
### Cowls Cowls, like ponchos, are permitted as a replacement for a robe/cloak/cape. A cowl is a large, loose covering for the head and sometimes shoulders, but not the face. A cowl does not have to be worn over the head as a hood, but must be capable of being worn in such a way. A cowl can have the hood as part of the construction or be more of a scarf/infinity scarf construction. When crafting a cowl, that hood can be constructed like the hood of a robe so long as it meets fit requirements. Cowls do not extend beyond the mid back, and should be made of textured fabrics of the types used for tunics. They must be primary colors for the appropriate faction. Face-character specific cowls (such as Kylo Ren’s TFA cowl) may be used. Caplets are not cowls and are not currently allowed for Saber Guild. ### Armor **Jedi Armor Options ** **Clone Wars Era Armor** Clone Wars era Jedi armor including shin guards, shoe guards, knee guards, gauntlets, arm cuffs, chest pieces and shoulder pieces are all approvable. Variations as seen on Anakin Skywalker, Obi Wan Kenobi and others are permitted so long as they are white. Sources for design can be from any animated, live action or comic visual reference. Color is limited to white. It can be weathered. Heraldry is limited to the following: - Jedi Order symbol - Miscellaneous battalion symbols such as the 104th Battalion. Existing battalion symbols should be in the same color as what is shown in the source material even if they are not Jedi colors for Saber Guild - Custom design for heraldry should follow the general examples of Star Wars faction designs and it must be submitted for approval prior to construction. - Colors should reference those within Star Wars media (such as the Jedi symbol in red that Obi Wan Kenobi wears), or should be chosen from the Jedi colors (Primary, Secondary, or Trim). Other types of armor **Imperial Knight** Imperial Knight style armor as seen in Legends must follow the appropriate costume standard from either Rebel Legion, the 501st or other Star Wars costume clubs with published rules. **Temple Guardian** Temple Guardians of any era will be allowed, but must follow the appropriate costume standard from either Rebel Legion or other Star Wars costume clubs with published rules. Individual pieces cannot be used. **Old Republic** Old Republic style armor should be submitted under the Old Republic Armored Jedi Template for Saber Guild. **Other** Any other Jedi armor should be submitted for design pre-approval. It should look in Star Wars Universe, be based on existing designs, and be Jedi Primary or Secondary colors. **Sith Armor Options ** **Trooper Armor** Storm Trooper, Death Trooper, and other types of Trooper armor pieces are allowed as is or with customization except for the helmets. Trooper helmets are not allowed. **Curomized Sith/Dark Side Armor** Customization and modified versions of existing Sith Lords or Dark Side character armor can be used so long as it is not iconic to the character (Darth Vader’s chest piece, Kylo Ren’s helmet, etc). - Obscure characters may have their armor used without modification if the general public would not be able to identify where the piece came from. Original armor designs based on the various armor types found within the Star Wars universe - No Mandalorian helmets. - No Mandalorian beskar hearts or similar highly recognizable Mandalorian pieces. **Fallen Jedi Armor** Any armor approvable for Jedi will be approvable for Sith if the color of the pieces is within the Primary or Secondary Sith colors **Sith Armor Colors** Armor color should be metallic or use Sith Primary or Secondary colors **Approvable Materials for Armor construction** Armor can be one of or a combination of the following materials - ABS plastic - Fiberglass or similar - 3D printed plastics such as PLA, PETG, ABS and others. No print lines should be visible in the final product. - Foam pieces need to be finished to resemble plastic, metal or other appropriate material. They cannot be obviously foam constructed. - Thermoplastics. Be careful in high temperatures to protect the armor from melting or warping. - Leather or faux leather either over foam or other material or on its own **Securing Armor** Armor must be secured to the costume. Invisible methods of securing armor such as snaps, velcro, or magnets is preferred. Visible straps attaching armor to the body should follow these rules: - Made of leather or leather-like material in color appropriate to the faction - Straps must lay smooth across the body - Straps may have one buckle maximum per strap - Shoulder pieces should have only one strap and it can cross the body or wrap around the body to connect either under the armor or on the top of the plates. - Shoulder pieces should have only one visible strap. - Hidden straps are exempt from being made of leather. [](http://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/strap-example.png) ### Masks / Helmets Masks or helmets are limited to a handful of options. Sith Acolyte masks and Temple Guard masks are allowed, with augmented versions of the Temple Guard mask usable for Sith. Masks created by certain species found in Star Wars are allowed to be used for that species. Masks that are able to fully mimic the appearance of an alien species are also allowed. Veils can be considered for Miraluka characters so long as they are designed to cover the eyes specifically. Masks should be worn with a hood so that any straps used to secure them in place are not visible and all masks/helmets should be worn with a balaclava from the appropriate faction's primary or secondary colors that is complementary to the costume. This does not count as part of the three color rule. Other masks or helmets found from Star Wars sources may be considered on a case by case basis. Airsoft masks are never allowed. Soft masks that are similar to the “Ninja” style are not allowed, unless creating a character of a Species that use something similar, such as the Kage species as found in the Clone Wars. If it is determined that you cannot safely perform in your mask/armor, you may be requested to alter the armor/mask for safety concerns.Armor and Masks that are determined not to be safe for choreography may be designated as “Trooping only” accessories to the costume.
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Goggles that are determined not to be safe for choreography may be designated as “Trooping only” accessories to the costume
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Makeup only needs to be resubmitted if it is alien.
Ie. if you are changing from blue eyeliner to green or you change your hairstyle Ie from a ponytail to pigtails or hair color you do not have to resubmit. These will not count towards the % change in your costume. Saber Guild recognizes that, regardless of media representation, trans and intersex people exist in the world and in our organization. As such, sexual dimorphism will never be enforced in approval of generic aliens. Any combination of traits shown on an alien species will be permitted, regardless of gender.Contacts are considered to be a medical device and will never be required for approval of any costume in Saber Guild. Costumers who choose to use cosmetic contacts do so at their own risk.
### Tattoos Visible tattoos are not allowed. Tattoos must either be covered up by the costume or covered up any time you are in costume. The one exception is if a Face Character has a specific tattoo; then that specific tattoo will be allowed while you are portraying that specific face character. If a given species has tattoos then temporary designs based on what is found in source material is allowed. Examples of species that have tattoos include: Zabrak, Mirialan, and Pantoran. ### Jewelry**We strongly recommend removal of all rings for safety concerns during performance for member safety.**
An injury to the finger can cause swelling and force medical attention to remove the ring. Necklaces are not to be used in a traditional costume. Necklaces can be distracting, swing dangerously, and are generally not found in the Star Wars universe in traditional Jedi/Sith costumes. Alien headpiece jewelry can be used for canon characters (i.e., Clone Wars Ahsoka headpiece jewelry). # Appendix - Reference Material This costume addendum and the Saber Guild costume templates are updated twice a year to include new costume elements as new Star Wars materials are released. Members who wish to suggest an update can do so [here](https://saberguild.org/message-the-council/). Generally, for a new costume element to be added there must be three different characters from visual canon sources with that costume element. #### Visual canon sources include - Movies - TV series - Comic books (including Legends) - Video game face characters #### The following sources cannot be used - Customizable video game characters - Fan Art # Appendix - Trooping-Only Costumes A costume may be designated as a Trooping-Only Costume. This restriction can be put into place by the GCCs, Membership Director, or Global Council based on several safety factors: - Costume is determined to be restrictive in movement - Costume is determined to have limited vision - Costume is determined to have a hindrance to safely weld a saber # Iconoclast Sith Standard Concepts for Sith that do not fall under generic or another template. # Iconoclast Sith Standard ## What is this standard? This standard is for applicants/members that wish to design a Sith and Dark Side Force User that does not follow the standards as set in the [Costume Addendum ](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/chapter/generic-standard) or in the templates [Antiquarian](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/archivist-antiquarian), [Sorcerer](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/consular-sorcerer), [Sith Acolyte (Old Republic)](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/sith-acolyte), or [Dark Side Military](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/dark-side-military) For costumes that are not currently assembled/constructed please submit a design with any references to our WIP/Design space on the forums. We don't want the applicant/member to waste time or money on things that will not be approved. For costumes that are currently constructed applicants/members may be asked to supply references with their submission. The costume team will be the authority on judging whether a design element fits the Star Wars aesthetic. The appeal process remains the same. #### Judging Criteria - Original Design: Your costume must be unique and not resemble characters from other franchises (like Assassin's Creed, Destiny, etc.). - Force User Appearance: The costume should clearly identify you as a Force User, not a smuggler, Mandalorian, or other Star Wars character archetype. - No Iconic Masks or Armor pieces: The iconoclast Sith standard is not meant to make alternate costumes for face characters. No iconic masks or armor pieces from face characters such as Darth Vader , Revan, or Kylo Ren will be approved for an original character. Armor and masks from lesser known characters may be used, if it is deemed that the average fan who thinks a Tie Pilot is Darth Vader would not recognize where the piece came from. - Star Wars Aesthetic: The design should fit within the established look of the Star Wars universe (no cyberpunk, Ren Faire, or goth styles). - Reference Material: You may be asked to provide 1-2 examples from Star Wars (ideally Dark Side characters) to support your design choices. - Required Pieces: Your costume must include all items listed in the Parts List for Necessary Pieces. - Possible Elements: Unique items not yet seen in Star Wars media may be approved if the judging team deems them fitting within the universe's design style. ### Part List #### Necessary Pieces Torso Piece Waist Piece Belt Legs/Lower Body Piece Boots Lightsaber #### Optional Pieces Cloak/Cape Surcoats Tabards Armor and/or Mask Jewelry/Accent Pieces Alien prosthetics/makeup SFX makeup ### Colors Primary colors for the Jedi cannot be used for any pieces on the costume. These colors include browns, tans, and most medium to light greens. The main color of the costume should fall within one of the following color families: Black Red or Maroon Gray (no lighter than hexcode #898D83 gray ) Purple (no lighter than hexcode #774997 purple) All other colors can be used, but should not be the primary color of the costume when looking at the design. This includes the following colors: All colors listed as ‘Main Colors’ can be used as a secondary color Blues (Darker than hexcode #00007A ) Teals (No pastels) White Green (No lighter than #09483D) Oranges (no traffic safety cones please) Yellows Ombre can be used so long as no Jedi primary colors are used (Browns, Earth Tone Greens, Tans, Creams) Metallic trim/detailing is allowed in Gold, Silver, Copper, Brass, and Bronze. Rose Gold is not allowed. ### Fabrics The costuming for Sith/Dark Side Force Users can include more ornamentation and shine than the Jedi. - Satin/Sateen can be used with shine so long as there is no glitter, no earthbound designs, and the fabric is of a medium to heavy weight (or lined to be so) - Velvet, velveteen can be used so long as there is no glitter, no earthbound designs and the fabric is of a medium to heavy weight (or lined to be so) - No wet look vinyl or patent leather. All pleather should look like leather. - Costume pieces should not be sheer or see through. Fabrics that are lighter weight or a looser weave can be lined. - No sweater knits - Quilting cotton with designs can be used for trim/accent but should not be the primary pieces of the costume. ### Embroidery, Trim, Detailing, Weathering - Colors can be Sith Colors primary or secondary - Metallic trim/detailing/embroidery is allowed - No Earthbound designs such as: - Norse runes and design work - Asian language characters and symbols - Celtic knotwork - No symbols or detailing that is recognizable from another intellectual property (IP). This includes logos, designs from anime, Lord of the Rings, Marvel Cinematic Universe or anything not owned and produced by Lucas Film. Weathering should meet the following criteria: - Weathering should look like a design choice and not unfinished pieces - Weathering must look consistent across the item or items being weathered - All levels of weathering are fine, but they cannot provide a safety hazard (hems that could trip a person, etc) - A kit can mix weathered and unweathered pieces. ### Torso Piece The torso piece can be any one of the following: #### Jacket - Inspired by the Empire/Imperial uniforms, but cannot be a direct copy - No smuggler looking jackets - these are usually canvas/heavy twill with lots of pockets - No bomber jackets, motorcycle jackets, or other iconic earth designs that fit more with the smuggler aesthetic. - Details like cording, trim, embroidery and pleats are all allowed so long as it fits within the Star Wars aesthetic and is not a smuggler coat, trench coat, or similar. #### Fitted Shirt - No sweatshirts, obvious long/short sleeve/sleeveless t-shirts with the t-shirt collar. - Any sleeve length is allowed with the longest length ending at the first knuckle on the hand. - Athletic style shirts like seen on Galaxies Darth Talon or Aayla Secura (Jedi) are allowed. If the shirt is cropped or does not cover the rear and groin, some costume element such as an apron tabard should be added to cover the groin area. - Pleats, trim, embroidery, and cording are allowed #### Tunic - Can be the style seen on the Jedi (inner and outer tunic) - Can be a one piece style that is seen in the Post Imperial era in Star Wars media. (See Ahsoka Season 1 Baylan and Shin) - Can be a robe style seen on characters like Palpatine and Snoke - Tunics should cover the butt and the groin no matter the style - Sleeve length can be any from sleeveless to full sleeve. Length should allow the fingers and the thumb to be visible, ending at the longest at the first knuckle ### Waist PieceIf an Imperial Knight or Darth Maul style belt is used that would prevent the waist piece from being seen, the Waist Piece can be dropped.
#### Obi - Closure must be hidden - Can have pleats or other fabric detailing - Must be visible above and below the belt #### Sash - Closure must be hidden unless tied or knotted (see below) - Tied/Knotted closure is allowed - Should not be so long as to be a tripping hazard - ends above the ankles #### Battle Skirt/Kama - Closure must be hidden - Can be made of multiple layers - Can be just a front flap, a back flap, or pieces that cover the hip. ### Belt - Leather or leather like. - Leather should be black or red - Can have designs and trim so long as all within the Star Wars universe. - Holsters are allowed for lightsabers only #### Prequel Jedi style belt [See the generic costume rules](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/belts#bkmrk-prequel-style-belt) #### Darth Maul style belt [See the generic costume rules](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/belts#bkmrk-maul-belts) #### Imperial Knight belt [See the generic costume rules](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/belts#bkmrk-imperial-knight-belt) #### Original Trilogy Style Belt [See the generic standard section. ](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/belts#bkmrk-original-trilogy-sty) #### Custom Belt Design - Should be inspired from a Sith or Force User that is seen in any Star Wars media - Submit design for approval prior to purchase/construction ### Legs #### Pants - No athletic pants with athletic stripes or similar design features which make them seem very earth-bound - Pleating is allowed - Detailing such a piping, cording, pleating, and trim are allowed - Leggings are pants, so long as they are not see-through. - Tights should be opaque - Denim pants that are not blue with no contrast stitching, no visible rivets, and all pockets are removed or not visible are allowed. #### Skirts - Must have something worn underneath them - this can be leggings/tights/pants. - Shortest length is just below the knee and the longest length is not dragging on the floor. - Skirts can be split up to the waist piece - Skirts can be pleated so long as they do not look like a school uniform skirt. - Skirts can be asymmetrical #### Hakama - The sides must be stitched up and not completely open in the pocket/hip area - While wearing Hakama you can choose to tuck them into the boots or not. ### Boots - Black or Red - No higher than a 2” heel - No more than 4 buckles/straps - Boot shaft must be 8” tall or reach the base of calf, whichever is lower. - Shorter shaft boots can be used so long as their shaft height is hidden by armor, or covered by wraps or spats. - Kylo Ren boots and Dauth Maul boots are allowed. All other Sith/Dark Side face character boots should be reviewed by the Global Costume Consulars prior to submission to ensure they are not too recognizable. - Motorcycle type boots of similar style to Darth Maul’s boots are allowed so long as logos or laces are not visible. - Jedi face character style boots such as Qui Gon or Mace Windu style boots can be used so long as they are in the appropriate faction color of black or red. - Boots can have pointed or varied heights at the top of the shaft. ### Lightsaber - Must be red or blood orange - Inquisitor sabers with metal discs or other exaggerated hilt pieces are for trooping only ### ArmorArmor style should follow examples seen within the Star Wars universe with the following rules/exceptions
- Armor finish can be metallic, leather, or ABS plastic look. - The material the armor is made out of is up to the discretion of the applicant/member, so long as the finish looks like one of the allowable finishes. Print lines for 3D printed armor should not be visible. All armor must be able to withstand stage combat and be secured to the costume utilizing current addendum rules. - Cannot use paintball or off the shelf modern tactical armor without modifications so that they are not identifiable as to what they were - Masks and breather masks are allowed. If an existing canon/legends character’s armor piece is deemed to be appropriately ‘generic’ enough that the average fan who mistakes a Tie Pilot for Darth Vader would not recognize the character it is from the piece can be used without modifications. Iconic character pieces such as Kylo Ren’s helmet or Darth Vader’s helmet are not allowed. - Mandalorian armor cannot be identifiable as Mandalorian. No Mandalorian helmets. Bracers, shin guards, and shoulder pauldrons may be able to be used - Stormtrooper armor is allowed except for the helmets - Jedi armor such as Obi Wan’s chest armor, Anakin’s armor from Clone Wars, Jedi General Armor, etc can also be used in appropriate faction colors. - Jedi Temple Guard masks in ‘fallen’ colors are allowed. - Sith Acolyte masks are allowed. ### Cloak/Capes - Cloaks and capes can be closed with brooches, metallic closures, or similar ornamentation. - Clasps/buttons should follow the Embellishment rules - Fabrics have been expanded to include heavy weight satin and velvet, and brocades. - Colors can be from any color allowed for Sith/Dark Side Force Users whether main color or secondary Color. ### Tabards - Designs are limited to geometric designs that are not a recognizable and iconic design such as the fleur di lis or paisley - Tabards length must be at least one inch off the floor. - Tabards should be no more than 2 inches/5.08 centimeters off the shoulder - All tabard styles that are covered in the main rules are allowed - Tabard styles that are seen in High Republic and Old Republic are allowed as well ### Jewelry - Jewelry such as rings, bracelets, pendants, earrings, headbands, and broaches are all allowed. - Jewelry must be able to be removed for safety. If any Local Leadership or a member’s fight partner requests items to be removed prior to combat it is required that the member comply. - No earthbound designs like celtic knotwork, Asian language characters, Norse runes, or similar design. - No designs from other intellectual property items - All Sith colors are fine - All metallic colors are fine except for Rose Gold. ### SFX Makeup, Wigs, Prosthetics - Follow all rules of the main costume rules - Please secure so they do not fall off during choreography - No video is necessary to show Prosthetics, Wigs, Lekku etc will stay on during choreography. We trust our members and temples. Local temple leadership along with our individual membership should double check prior to a performance that items are not a safety hazard. - Tattoos need to be covered even if in universe. Makeup simulating tattoo designs can be approved if they fit within the design criteria. These should be based on alien racial tattoos or designs seen on Dark Side Force Users in the media. # Multi Era Templates The templates here are seen in multiple eras of the history of the Star Wars Galaxy. # Archivist / Antiquarian [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/archivist-1.png) ### Requirements - Outer Tunic - Inner Tunic - Skirt - Leggings or Tights - Tabards - Obi - Boots - Lightsaber #### Optional Requirements - Belt Accessories (Up to one each) - Large unstructured drawstring pouch - Holocron - Librarians Tool Set (like Jocasta Nu) - Covertech wheel or hook for lightsaber ### Required Items --- #### Outer Tunic Archivists (Jedi) and Antiquarians (Sith) may use any **outer tunic** approved for their faction under [Generic Standard :: Tunics](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/tunics "Tunics"). Outer tunics may either be worn over the skirt, or tucked into the skirt. The outer tunic and skirt may be constructed as one garment, provided that this gives the appearance of a tunic tucked into a skirt. #### Inner Tunic This template may use any inner tunic approved for their faction under [Generic Standard :: Tunics](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/tunics "Tunics"). Archivists and Antiquarians may also opt instead for a high, round-necked or boat-necked inner tunic. If this optional inner tunic type is used, the shirt inner tunic must be clearly visible above the neckline of the tunic in front. While this optional inner tunic type may be a knit material (e.g.: jersey), it must not have standard t-shirt style finishing on the neckline (shirt neck band). Blind hemming or a bound edge are recommended for the collar of this optional inner tunic type. All color rules from the [Generic Standard](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/chapter/generic-standard "Generic Standard") for your chosen faction apply. \[ [Jedi Colors](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/jedi-colors "Jedi Colors") | [Sith Colors](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/sith-colors "Sith Colors") \] #### Skirt Skirts should be flowy and should allow for freedom of movement. They should extend down to at least the ankle, and should not drag along the ground for safety reasons. All other rules in regards to fit, cut, and color of skirts from the [Generic Standard :: Skirts](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/pants-and-skirts "Pants and Skirts") apply #### Tabards and Obi All rules of style, cut, fit, length, and color for tabards and obi in the [Generic Standard](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/chapter/generic-standard "Generic Standard") :: \[ [Tabards](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/tabards "Tabards") | [Obi](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/obi "Obi") \] apply to this template. Tabards and obi should be patterned in a geometric pattern inspired by the “Ansata” patterns seen on face characters like Jocasta Nu and Atris. Ansata patterns vary somewhat in canon, but features include - geometric shapes - straight lines - limited use of circles and spirals - patterns applied with uniform thin lines darker than the base fabric. [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/archivist-2.png) ##### Canon Ansata pattern examples - (1) Jocasta Nu, comic; - (2) Jocasta Nu, live action - (3) Jocasta Nu, animated - (4) Tionne Solusar - (5) Atris, concept art - (6) Atris, game The application of these ansata-inspired patterns should follow all guidelines for quality and application method from [Generic Standard :: Embellishments](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/embellishments "Embellishments").Unless one of the canonical Ansata patterns is being replicated exactly, all patterns should be sent to the Global Costume Consulars in advance for pre-approval.
#### Belt No visible belt is worn with this template. A hidden support belt may be worn under the obi to support the saber and optional belt accessories. If a hidden belt is used, it must not be visible above or below the obi.Hanging belt accessories or sabers must not notably deform or scrunch the obi.
#### Optional Belt Accessories Because no visible belt is worn with this template, applicants are limited in the belt accessories permitted. All optional belt accessories should be secured from underneath the obi with leather-like or suede-like straps in a color approvable for leatherwork in the applicant’s faction. [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/archivist-3jpg.jpg) ***Applicants are not required to have any of these items, but may have up to one of each of the following:*** - Large unstructured drawstring pouch made from leather-like or suede-like material in a color approvable for pouches for the applicant’s faction - Holocron - Set of “Librarians Tools” of style used by Jocasta Nu - Covertech wheel or hook for saber suspension #### Boots All rules in regards to boots apply from [Generic Standards :: Boots](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/boots "Boots") #### Lightsaber Applicants are required to have a saber for this template. All saber requirements apply from [Generic Standards :: Lightsaber](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/lightsabers "Lightsabers") # Consular / Sorcerer [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/consular-sorcerer-1.jpg) ### Requirements - Fitted top OR outer tunic - Obi - Apron Tabard - Skirt - Leggings or Tights - Belt - Pouch - Saber Clip - Boots - Lightsaber ### Conditional Requirements The following items are required under certain conditions. - Inner Tunic - If outer tunic is worn instead of a Fitted Top - Food Capsules - Required if making a Jedi with a Prequel style belt - Choose from the following \[ Armlets | Arm Wraps | Gauntlets | Gloves \] - Required if any of the following apply - sleeveless outer and inner tunics are worn OR - sleeveless outer tunic is worn with a long sleeved inner tunic with t-shirt style hems on the sleeves OR - a fitted shirt with t-shirt sleeves is worn OR - ¾ sleeved outer tunic is worn ### Required Items --- #### Top Choices Consulars/Sorcerers may have one of two styles of tops: a traditional outer tunic or a Star Wars inspired shirt. - Both may be tucked into the skirt or extend under the obi and over the skirt. - Both shirt and tunic options must be in primary colors for the faction - Both shirt and tunic options can drop the obi if utilizing a belt style that does not require an obi. - Both shirt and tunic options can be sleeveless, three quarter sleeve, or full length. If sleeveless or three-quarter length arm wraps/gloves/or similar must be used as per the addendum - Shirts if not tucked into the skirt should extend no longer than mid-thigh. - Shirts should be high necked and fitted to the body. - Shirts cannot be plain long sleeved turtlenecks. Shirts must have some sort of fabric detailing or have a panel in the front of the shirt that contains the following detailing: - Raised geometric designs in the fabric through knit or embroidery type detailing - Pin-tucks, pleats, and similar - Shirt design approval should be obtained prior to construction. Traditional tunics follow current [Generic Standard :: Tunic](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/tunics "Tunics") requirements. Star Wars inspired long sleeved shirts must be from the primary pantones of the appropriate faction. See Generic Standard \[ [Jedi Colors](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/jedi-colors "Jedi Colors") | [Sith Colors](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/sith-colors "Sith Colors") \].All designs must be approved by the Global Costume Consulars in advance of submission.
##### Examples| [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/consular-sorcerer-2.jpg) | [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/consular-sorcerer-3.png) |
If using a fitted top, the undertunic is omitted.
### Gloves, Arms Wraps, Bracers If using a standard tunic that is sleeveless, the member must wear either a set of gloves, arm wraps, or bracers per [Generic Standard :: Arm and Hand Accessories](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/arm-and-hand-accessories "Arm and Hand Accessories"). All shirt sleeve cuffs must not have t-shirt style or knit style cuffs. If using a mock turtleneck or tight sleeved top, the member must wear either gloves, arm wraps, or bracers to cover up the cuff. If a top is used that has a jacket like cuff, no gloves, arm wraps, or bracers are required. #### Obi This template follows all current requirements from [Generic Standard :: Obi](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/obi "Obi") #### Belt Consulars and Sorcerers may have any belt allowable from their faction described in [Generic Standard :: Belts](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/belts "Belts") . These belts must have all the same belt accessories that are required for the belt style and faction. Darth Maul and Imperial Knight style belts cannot omit the obi, as it is needed to attach the apron tabard They may also create custom belts inspired by Asajj Ventress, Luminara Unduli, and other canonical sorcerer and consular characters. Custom belts are not required to have belt accessories.All custom belt designs must be approved by the Global Costume Consulars in advance of submission.
#### Tabard Consulars have a single tabard that extends down the front of the skirt. The tabard must fit the following requirements - Extend to at least the mid-calf - Between 6 to 9 inches wide - It can be made out of leather, leather-like material, or thick textured fabric - Appliques may be added to the tabard Designs on the apron tabard do not have to follow the three color rule. Any number of primary colors can be used. Any number of secondary colors can be used so long as they are all in the same color family (all blues, all purples, etc).Designs must be approved by the Global Costume Consulars in advance of submission.
#### Skirt - Skirts should be flowy and allow for freedom of movement. - They must extend down to at least the ankle, but should not drag along the ground for safety reasons. - Skirts may be Straight, A-Line, Circle and a Half, or Pleated. - They must be of a single color, from either the primary or secondary pantones for the appropriate faction. See Generic Standard \[ [Jedi Colors](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/jedi-colors "Jedi Colors") | [Sith Colors](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/sith-colors "Sith Colors") \] #### Boots This template follows all current requirements from [Generic Standard :: Boots](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/boots "Boots") --- # High Republic Era # Temple Uniform [ ](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/high-republic-formal.jpg) High Republic formal temple uniforms are worn by Jedi in the High Republic era for formal occasions where combat is not expected. They are generally clean, luxurious, and highly ornamental. ### Requirements The following minimum items are required for approval: - Outer tunic - Inner tunic OR midcoat - Tabards - Obi OR sash - Trousers OR skirt - Belt - Boots - Lightsaber These items are also required in certain conditions: - Leggings or tights - Required IF a skirt is worn ### Colors All items that are not made of leather must be shades of white, cream, or gold. All fabrics should be unpatterned and appear as solid colors. While rich golds are permitted, yellows and oranges may be too bright. Leather/ leather-like goods must be shades of brown or gold, and may have gold metallic trim. FOR PADAWANS ONLY: sashes may be bright blue or green in shade that match references. ### Materials Fabrics of the high republic formal uniforms are generally more luxurious than those of other types of Jedi. They still have rich textures, but may in some cases have a higher sheen. As such, some fabrics that are normally permitted for Jedi will not be permitted for High Republic Formal Temple uniforms, and while some fabrics that are NOT normally permitted for Jedi are appropriate. #### Permitted Fabrics silk dupioni, silk twill, silk matka, matte silk taffeta, wool crepe (single and double), fine linen #### Possibly PermittedThese fabrics may be permitted but should be reviewed by GCCs before use
Raime, coarse linen, silk noil, synthetic dupioni, synthetic twill, cotton suiting, wool suiting, wool or synthetic melton (for cloaks only), silk or synthetic georgette or crepe. #### Disallowed Fabrics Smooth satins including habutais, velvets, velveteens, most other cottons (including cotton gauze and osnaburg), leather for items other than boots/belts/belt accessories, any other fabrics referenced in the main addendum as being unapprovable**Belts, pouches, saber holsters, and boots must be leather or leather-like.**
### Required Items High Republic Temple uniforms must at minimum have an outer tunic, an inner tunic OR a midcoat, tabards, an obi OR sash, a belt, and boots. #### Outer Tunic Outer tunics are worn over inner tunics and pants/skirts, and under all other layers. [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/high-republic-formal-2.png) Outer tunics follow all construction and and rules from the main addendum, except for the following: – Tunic skirts may be slit up to just below the obi as long as a skirt is worn underneath – Tunic skirts may have no visible wrapping below the belt and instead be a solid section, though this is not required – Outer tunics may not be shorter than inner tunics – Outer tunics may not have sleeves that are tapered inward to the wrist, and may have sleeves that are wider than those of tunics approved under the main addendum. – Outer tunics may have metallic trim, braid, or piping (though they may not have any other ornamentation) – Outer tunics may have visible vertical darts to achieve a tailored shape. – Outer tunic hems may come to a point in the front and back. – If a midcoat is worn instead of an inner tunic, the outer tunic may not be sleeveless. – If the outer tunic sleeves are ¾ length, then either armlets must be worn, or else the inner tunic must have full length fitted sleeves. Outer tunic must be cream or white rather than gold. Tunic may be lined in a contrasting color within the gold/white/cream color palette. #### Inner Tunic [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/high-republic-formal-3.jpg) Formal temple uniforms must have either inner tunics OR midcoats, though they may have both if desired. Inner tunics, if worn, follow all construction and fit rules from the main addendum, except: – They may not be longer than the outer tunic in the skirt area. – If a sleeveless outer tunic is worn, inner tunics must have sleeves. Those sleeves may be wider than those of tunics approved under the main addendum, and may not taper inward to the wrist. – If a sleeveless outer tunic is worn and the inner tunic sleeves are ¾ length, armlets must be worn (see optional items). #### Midcoat [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/high-republic-formal-4.png) Formal temple uniforms must have either inner tunics OR midcoats, though they may have both if desired. Midcoats are worn over the outer tunic and under the obi and tabards. They should slip on over the head and may be visible above the tabards at the neck. They can either have a v neck or a wrapped neckline like a standard tunic. They can either be closed at the sides or fully open, though they should at minimum be wider than the tabards at most visible points. They may extend up to 2 inches beyond the shoulder, so as to ensure their visibility under tabards. Midcoats may be as short as lower hip length and as long as 1-2 inches longer than the tabards, provided that they are at least an inch off the ground. Midcoats may have any of the following ornamentation in cream or gold: piping along edges, trim along edges, simple geometric ornamentation in the corners. They should have no other ornamentation beyond that. #### Tabards Two types of tabards are permitted for the formal high republic uniforms: Y tabards, and medieval tabards. These are both unique to the High Republic, and may not be used for any other era. Both types may have ends that are either chevron shaped or rectangular. They should be at least knee length, and may extend to the midcalf. They should not extend more than an inch beyond the shoulder. High republic tabards must have heraldic designs and ornamentation in the white/cream/gold color palate. These designs must be symmetrical. It is recommended that these designs be at least somewhat contrasting within that color palate. Designs may be implemented as combinations of applique, machine or hand embroidery, vinyl transfer, piping or soutache, or stenciled fabric paint, provided that the technique used is neat and regular in appearance. Symbols used must either appear on existing High Republic Jedi uniforms, or must be pre- approved by the GCCs. It is strongly recommended that full tabard designs be pre-approved before construction begins. All tabard types are permitted, though not required, to have a standing collar which is open in front. They should have no visible closures, and must be open on the sides. They should also have no visible seams other than collar seams, though hidden seams at the waist are permitted as long as they are covered by the obi. ##### Medieval Tabards [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/high-republic-formal-5.png) Medieval tabards are a single piece front and back. They should have an opening for the head that is either v-neck, square, or shallow round. Medieval tabards may taper somewhat in the body, but should still cover most of the chest. They may also taper back out somewhat below the obi. ##### Y Tabards [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/high-republic-formal-6.png) #### Pants of Skirt Pants and skirts follow all rules of construction and fit from the main addendum, though they are limited to the gold/cream/white color palate of the High Republic. Pants and skirts should be a solid color and have no trim or ornamentation. #### Obi or Sash Obis or sashes are worn over the tabards and under the belt. Knight and master character must have an obi, while Padawan characters must have sashes. Obis and sashes are never worn together. ##### Obi Obis follow all rules of fit and construction from the main addendum. [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/high-republic-formal-7.png) ##### Sash Padawan characters may choose to wear a sash instead of an obi. Sashes should fully circle the waist and be visible above and below the belt, and have a long tail that hangs down to the knee at the front or on the right side. They should have no ornamentation, and appear to be made from a single piece of fabric. Sashes should not be stiff and should drape freely on the hanging end. [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/high-republic-formal-8.png) #### Belt High republic belts are brown leather with metal accents and gold buckles. Like belts from the main addendum, they must appear continuous. They can feature ornamentation in the form of metallic trim and metallic studs or loops in gold or silver. Buckles may be plan geometric plates, geometric plates embossed or stamped with designs reminiscent of the heraldry on tabards, or be novel shapes based on said heraldry. The leather of belts is not embossed with patterns or heraldry. Two general styles may be made without pre-approval: Original Trilogy, or Prequel ##### Original Trilogy Based Belt These belts feature a single strip of leather at least 1 inch wide and no wider than 2.5 inches, with a single large buckle in the middle front. Like original trilogy belts, they do not feature excessive holes or large keepers. They may feature metallic bands or rings to attach the leather to the buckle. ##### Prequel Based Belt Prequel based belts feature the classic two-layer construction with a wider belt and a narrower belt.. The wider belt should be between 2 and 3 inches. The narrow belt end ends at a buckle in the middle front, and the wider belt ends at the back with ends hidden by a keeper. The ends of the narrow belt may be tapered to where they meet the buckle. Other novel belt designs are also permitted, but must be pre-approved by the GCCs. #### Boots Boots follow all rules of construction and fit from the main addendum, except for the following: – Wraps may not be used in lieu of properly fitted leather/leather-like boots #### Saber Sabers follow all rules from the main addendum. High republic features such as gold ornamentation are permitted but not required. For Padawan characters using a sash rather than an obi, it is recommended (but not required) that the saber color match the sash color. ### Optional Items High Republic Temple Uniforms may have any or all of the following optional items. Please note that no other optional items from the main addendum are permitted. #### Cloak, Cape, or Robe Capes, cloaks, and robes follow all rules of fit and construction from the main addendum EXCEPT – They may end at calf or ankle length and instead of ending a couple of inches off the ground – They may be lined in contrasting fabric within the gold/white/cream color palate – They may feature metallic trim, piping, or braid, though other types of patterns are not permitted. – They may fasten with gold toned brooches and/or chains. Other types of visible fasteners may also be permitted if canon references from the High Republic are provided. If brooches are used, then the jewelry standards below apply. – Capes and cloaks may fasten asymmetrically – Capes and cloaks may have an added capelet layer in the shoulder area. If this layer is included it should be the same color as the rest of the cape or cloak. – Robes may have ¾ length sleeves. #### Saber Holster Saber holsters hang from the belt. They are made of leather or leather-like material with metal accents, and should functionally suspend a saber hilt when it has no blade attached. All saber holsters should either replicate an existing design from the high republic or be pre-approved by the GCCs. #### Belt Pouch Pouches follow all rules of construction and ornamentation from the main addendum, except for the following: – Pouches may feature gold metallic trim #### Jewelry High republic Jedi may have subdued jewelry in the form of brooches, tiaras, cloak chains, and/or earrings. All jewelry should be gold tone, and may feature subtle gemstones. Jewelry designs should either be simple geometric shapes, or based on existing Jedi symbols in the high republic. All jewelry designs must be pre-approved by the GCCs. #### Armlets Armlets follow all rules of fit and construction from the main addendum. They may feature metallic trim, piping, or braid, but should have no other ornamentation. # Mission Uniform [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/high-republic-mission-1.jpg) High Republic mission outfits were worn by the Jedi during the High Republic era when they go into the galaxy and expect action. The colors are browns of varying shades for the outer tunic, white for the under tunics, and a variety of browns for tabards and obi. ### Colors All items not made of leather or metal share similar color schemes of brown and white/cream across mission outfits except where otherwise stated. Tabards should be a medium brown to slightly reddish brown. Outer tunics should be a darker shade of brown than the tabards, and can border on dark enough to appear almost black. Cap sleeves on the outer tunic should be the same color as the outer tunic. Shoulder pads should be the same color and material as the outer tunic if both are in the same costume. Pants/skirts should be white, cream, light to medium brown, golden brown or golden. **For Padawans only**: Sashes are recommended to (But not required)match the color of your lightsaber blade. ### Materials Materials used should be durable since Jedi get into trouble when wearing these uniforms. Boots should be leather or leather like, as should gloves. All clothing parts should be of a durable material of medium to heavy weight and not be see-thru in any capacity. Materials used should not have additional patterns and patterned textures as concepts show a lack of excessive decoration. ### Recommended Fabrics Heavier, durable textured fabrics such as cotton twill, medium to heavy linens, duck cloth, wool suiting or melton wool, raw silk, microfiber, or other similar fabrics. ### Disallowed Fabrics Anything thin enough to be see-thru, shiny, has a sheen, or has a raised pattern. No quilting cotton, cotton sateen or sheer linens. ### Required Items Jedi mission outfits must have at minimum an outer tunic, an inner tunic, bracers, tabards, an obi or padawan sash, a Jedi belt with one pouch and a lightsaber clip, pants or a skirt, and boots. #### Outer Tunic Outer tunics are worn over the outer tunic and pants, but under tabards, obi and belt. The outer tunic should be a darker shade of brown than the tabards, and can border on dark enough to appear almost black. Any cap sleeves on the outer tunic should be the same color as the outer tunic. Shoulder pads should also be the same color and material as the outer tunic. [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/high-republic-mission-2.png) [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/high-republic-mission-3.png) There are two common outer tunic styles found in concept and official art: Crossover and Surcoat. The Crossover outer tunic is the standard crossover-style tunic seen across eras for Jedi, just made of more durable materials. The Surcoat outer tunic can be either a plain or segmented tunic with no visible front or back opening that typically has a mandarin collar. Segmented outer tunics may have between 3-5 segmented sections that can be on the front section only. outer tunics are darker than tabards. They can range from darkish-medium brown to dark brown outer tunics **follow all rules of main addendum with the following exceptions**: ● outer tunics must be long enough to cover the crotch/backside ● outer tunics are either sleeveless, or have short single layer cap sleeves that extend less than 2 inches from the shoulder. Cap sleeves must be stiff and may be rounded or come to a central point. ● outer tunics may also have stylized cap sleeves in no more than two layers that extend to the middle of the bicep. ● outer tunics may have metallic trim, braid, or piping (though they may not have any other ornamentation) ● outer tunics may have visible vertical darts to achieve a tailored shape. ● outer tunic hems may come to a point in the front and back. #### Inner Tunic Inner tunics in the High Republic era are white. They are all long sleeved and should be tucked into the pants or skirt. They share the cross-over design of the standard Jedi over tunic. When worn with a standard cross-over outer tunic, the inner tunic’s collar should be visible. When worn with a segmented outer tunic, then only the sleeves need to be visible. [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/high-republic-mission-4.png) #### Tabards Tabards for the High Republic are a way of individualization for the Jedi. Across concept art, book covers, and comics there is a huge variety in styles of High Republic era tabards. Generally the tabards are made of fabric, but can be leather or leather-like material. In the case that the tabards are constructed of leather or leather-like material, the obi does not need to be of the same material and may be fabric (***please note this is a departure from the main Generic Jedi standard***). The standard draping over the shoulder tabards remains the most common style. This style can be worn a number of ways such as standard parallel lay, crossed over the chest, or closed below the obi in an apron style. ##### Tabards may also be - Y-front with apron bottom front and back-embellishment does not need to extend to the back apron but does need to be on the tabards; - Hybrid style per the main Generic Jedi standard; - Medieval-style front and back with either a mandarin or v-neck collar and open sides. - Vest-style with a mandarin collar and any of the following: - Open sides, - Closed sides - The back wrapping around to the front above the belt; - Y-style front and vest back with closed sides and a wide apron front and back [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/high-republic-mission-5.png) All tabard styles EXCEPT vest and medieval may end at the obi in the back. [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/high-republic-mission-2.png) Tabards should be of a lighter brown than the outer tunic and are typically of a medium or reddish-brown color. In rare instances, they can be light brown, so long as they are lighter in color than the outer tunic. - Tabards should be longer than the outer tunic and range in length between the mid-thigh and knees - Tabards may have metallic trim, braid, or piping so long as the trim does not exceed 1” in width. Trim may have simple geometric designs. - While not required, a High Republic Jedi design on the bottom of the tabards is allowed. For the medieval style tabard the design may also be on the chest. This can be applique, embroidery, painted or vinyl so long as it is done neatly with no fraying, bunching or splashes. - Simple lines or scrollwork may be used on the upper tabards, but design and placement must be presented to GCC prior to construction. - Tabards can end in a flat or pointed style (points must be symmetrical) #### Obi Obis share the same design as found in the main addendum. They are square in design and are larger than the belt up to 3 inches past the edge of the belt. They can match the brown of the outer tunic or the tabards. They should be plain with no design or ornamentation. [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/high-republic-mission-7.jpg) #### Padawan Sash Padawan characters may choose to wear a sash instead of an obi. Sashes should fully circle the waist, be visible above and below the belt and have a long tail that hangs down to the knee at the front or on the right side. The knot of the sash must be below the belt and lie as flat as possible. They should have no ornamentation, and appear to be made from a single piece of fabric. Sashes should not be stiff and should drape freely on the hanging end. They are recommended to (but not required to) match the padawans blade color. [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/high-republic-mission-8.jpg) #### Belt High republic belts are brown leather with metal accents and gold buckles. Like belts from the main addendum, they must appear continuous. They can feature ornamentation in the form of metallic trim and metallic studs or loops in gold or silver. Buckles may be plain geometric plates, geometric plates embossed or stamped with designs reminiscent of the heraldry on tabards, or be novel shapes based on said heraldry. The leather of belts is not embossed with patterns or heraldry. Belts must feature at least one pouch and a lightsaber clip. Three general styles may be made without pre-approval. Other belts may be used with approval from the Costuming team: ##### Original Trilogy Based Belt These belts feature a single strip of leather at least 1 inch wide and no wider than 2.5 inches, with a single large buckle in the middle front. Like original trilogy belts, they do not feature excessive holes or large keepers. They may feature metallic bands or rings to attach the leather to the buckle. ##### Combo Belts Combo belts share traits of both OT and PT belts such as a wider belt with a geometrically shaped buckle in the middle. Some also maintain the middle belt, and some do not. ##### Prequel Based Belt Prequel based belts feature the classic two-layer construction with a wider belt and a narrower belt. The wider belt should be between 2 and 3 inches. The narrow belt end ends at a buckle in the middle front, and the wider belt ends at the back with ends hidden by a keeper. The ends of the narrow belt may be tapered to where they meet the buckle. Other novel belt designs are also permitted, but must be pre-approved by the GCCs. ##### Belt Pouch Pouches follow all rules of construction and ornamentation from the main addendum, except for the following - Pouches may feature gold metallic trim - Pouches may be suspended slightly below the belt by hidden straps or o-rings. ##### Forearm Covering - A required layer that goes either over or under the sleeves - Minimum length covers the wrist - Maximum length is just below the elbow. - Made from leather or fabric. - Color is medium to dark brown - Fasteners must be either hidden or along the inside of the forearm. Lacing must be concealed if used. Adornments are limited to gold trim/gold detailing along the edge [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/high-republic-mission-8.png) #### Boots Boots follow all rules of construction and fit from the main addendum. The exception being that wrap boots are not allowed for this template. [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/high-republic-mission-9.jpg) #### Pants, Skirts and Leggings Pants, skirts and leggings follow all rules from the main addendum **EXCEPT**: - They must be in shades of white, ivory, tan, cream, light to medium brown, or dark gold. - Skirt hems may have simple gold trim or braid around the hem. #### Saber Sabers follow all rules from the main addendum. High republic features such as gold ornamentation are permitted but not required. For Padawan characters using a sash rather than an obi, it is recommended (but not required) that the saber color match the sash color. ### Optional Items High Republic Mission Robes may have any or all of the following optional items. Please note that no other optional items from the main addendum are permitted. #### Jewelry High Republic mission robes may include simple metallic gold jewelry such as forehead tiaras or circlets, necklaces, bracelets, earrings, arm bands, brooches, hair clasps and hair beads. - Jewelry may include one gemstone per piece. - Necklaces must be choker-style or on chains under 16” to avoid coming off or striking the wearer during choreography. - Bracelets may not be thin chain, ribbons or thin leather. Bracelets may slide on or have a secure clasp. - Earrings may not dangle more than 2” below the earlobe for safety, and must be securely fastened to the ear. - Brooches must be securely fastened to the fabric and not be of a weight that pulls the fabric #### Cloak, Cape, or Robe Capes, cloaks, and robes follow all rules of fit and construction from the main addendum EXCEPT: - They may be made of lighter materials than the main addendum, such as silks or linens. - They may end at calf or ankle length instead of ending a couple of inches off the ground. - They may be lined in contrasting fabric within the gold/white/cream color palette. - They may feature metallic trim, piping, or braid, though other types of patterns are not permitted. - They may fasten with gold toned brooches and/or chains. Other types of visible fasteners may also be permitted if canon references from the High Republic are provided. If brooches are used, then the jewelry standards above apply. [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/high-republic-mission-10.png) ##### Capes/Cloaks - Capes and cloaks may fasten asymmetrically - Capes and cloaks may have an added capelet layer in the shoulder area. If this layer is included, it should be the same color(s) as the rest of the cape or cloak. ##### Robes - Robes may have ¾ length sleeves so long as the outer or inner tunic is long sleeved. #### Kama or Battle Skirt The kama must be made of heavy duty fabric or leather/leather-like material in shades of brown. The kama/battle skirt must be open in the front and may fall from a minimum 3-5 inches below the belt to just above the ankles. The kama may have simple, unornamented trim and/or lining in a different shade of brown that coordinates with the rest of the costume. The fastening must be hidden at the waist under the belt. If the kama falls below the knees, the top of the kama may be pulled out to flip over the belt. [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/high-republic-mission-11.png) #### Saber Holster Saber holsters hang from the belt. They are made of leather or leather-like material with metal accents, and should functionally suspend a saber hilt when it has no blade attached. All saber holsters should either replicate an existing design from the high republic or be pre-approved by the GCCs.| [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/high-republic-mission-12.jpg) | [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/high-republic-mission-13.jpg) |
This template was developed independently from the Rebel Legion Costume Standard. It is advised that any applicant or member looking for cross-approval review both standards. It is our intention to NOT have any costume element that outright contradicts the Rebel Legion standard. Where the standards do not 100% agree, we have left an option for a Rebel Legion compliant color or item.
### Description The mission uniforms seen in *The Acolyte* are distinct from both the preceding High Republic Era and the following Prequel Trilogy Era. Mission Uniforms from *The Acolyte* show much less individuality than those in either the High Republic or Prequel Trilogy era. A group of Jedi from *The Acolyte* era look largely the same, with small details differentiating characters. This standard depicts the costumes as they appear in “present day” during the show. The costumes in the flashbacks are slightly different, most notably the tabards.  ### Minimum Requirements: - Outer Tunic - Inner Tunic - Trousers - Tabards - Obi - Belt - Saber Clip - Comlink - Food Capsules - Boots - Gloves (Not Applicable for Padawan) - Forearm/Hand Armor (Not Applicable for Padawan) - Lightsaber ### Optional Requirements: - Pouch - Cloak ### Fabrics Although not as ornate as the costumes seen in the High Republic Era, the fabrics for the Mission Uniform from *The Acolyte* show much less variety than those of the Prequel Trilogy Era.| Recommended Materials | Weave/Type |
| Linen and Linen Blends | Hopsack, Suiting, Twill, Muslin, Upholstery-Weight (no vinyl backing) |
| Silk | Tusseh, Noile |
| Cotton and Cotton Blends | Canvas, Duck, Suiting, Osnaburg, Crinkle Gauze\[1\], Twill |
| Wool | Twill, Suiting |
Color charts are meant to be a guideline and not an exact match. Any color that matches the wording within the standards is fine.
The Outer tunic is of classical design, similar in cut to the Prequel Era Outer Tunic with no customization. The outer tunic must be long enough to at minimum cover the groin and rear, with a maximum of knee length. High-Low Tunics are not permitted. Most, but not all of the Jedi on the show wear outer tunics with no trim at the neckline (None of the main characters have the trim). Therefore this feature is optional, with up to a 2 Inch (5cm) trim permitted at the neckline. Outer tunic should be a medium khaki color, similar in shade to the color depicted above. The bottom of the “V” where the front of the tunic crosses over should fall notably above the obi. Tunic fit should be adjusted to fit the applicant’s body type. Outer Tunics cross left over right in *The Acolyte*, but so long as they cross the same way they are approvable. Outer tunics should have slits up the sides. Slits up the side can reach up to the obi. Outer tunics must have full sleeves. Sleeves should be narrower than prequel-era “bell” sleeves. Sleeves must reach at a minimum the wrist but not exceed the first knuckle in the hand when arms are held out to the sides at a 45 degree angle and with arms straight (no bend at the elbow). #### Inner Tunic The inner tunic is of classical design. The inner tunic has a trim around the neckline. The trim is up to 2 inches (5 cm) around the neckline. ****Color charts are meant to be a guideline and not an exact match. Any color that matches the wording within the standards is fine.
The inner tunic is a medium dark brown, similar in shade to the color depicted above. Optionally, the inner tunic can be the same gold fabric used for the tabards. If brown fabric is used it may optionally have a ribbed pattern with the ribbing running parallel to the neckline. If gold color is used, no pattern is permitted. Inner tunics can either be full sleeved or a dickey that mimics the look. If done as a dickey, the dickey should give the appearance of being a full inner tunic, though visible undersleeves are not necessary unless specific to a character.  *Note: Optional gold inner tunic. This appears to be worn by Knights/Masters only.* #### Pants Pants follow all rules from the main addendum EXCEPT: They must be in shades of tan or brown. Pants should be opaque, including where the fabric stretches over the knees. Pants should sit at the waist (so any pockets present are not visible), and be of a relaxed fit. They should not blouse out excessively over the tops of the boots when tucked in. No visible logos or patterns are allowed. Denim is not an acceptable material for pants .  *Note: Pants*Be like Jord and steam or iron your kit before missions!
### Tabards ****Color charts are meant to be a guideline and not an exact match. Any color that matches the wording within the standards is fine.
Tabards for *The Acolyte* temple robes are made of gold silk or fine linen, self lined, and with a visible but neat texture. Tabard minimum length is at the hem of the tunic or skirt. Maximum length is 6”/15.25 cm longer than the hem of the tunic. ##### Jedi Knights and Masters Tabards Jedi Knights and Jedi Masters wear traditional shoulder tabards. Shoulder Tabard width/size should be even on the left and the right side. The width of the tabard should be consistent throughout the garment until the end.Optionally, Tabards are decorated with a gold border trim along the outside edge and inside neckline, front and back. The trim should be spaced just inside the outside border of the tabards. A military style trim with raised edges is preferred.
Optional: Jedi Knights may wear Vest-Style Tabards following the construction rules below.
##### Jedi Padawans wear Vest-Style Tabards Vest style tabards must have a clearly defined split in the front to show the inner and outer tunics both above and below the belt. The rear of the tabard is solid across the back, running down the back. For the front portion of the vest-style tabards, the width/size should be even on the left and the right side. The width of the front portion of the tabards should be consistent throughout the garment until the end. The width of the rear portion of the tabards should be consistent throughout the garment until the end. Vest tabards have a split all the way up the side and are not permitted to wrap around the body. Padawan Tabards have no trim. **** Note: Padawan tabards have no trim #### Obi ##### Jedi Knight/Master Obi Obis are square in design and are larger than the belt up to 2 inches past the edge of the belt. Obis should close in the rear. The obi is dark brown.Optional: The Obi should include two narrow strips of the same fabric, set on either side of the belt in back. They hold the belt in place and are held in place themselves by brass rivets just above and below the belt.
##### Padawan Obi Obis are square in design and are larger than the belt up to 2 inches past the edge of the belt. Obis should close in the rear. Padawan characters wear a dark green instead of brown obi. ****Color charts are meant to be a guideline and not an exact match. Any color that matches the wording within the standards is fine.
The Obi should include two narrow strips of the same fabric, set on either side of the belt in front and back. They hold the belt in place and are held in place themselves by brass rivets just above and below the belt. The canon fabric for the padawan obi is wool felt, but any of the approved fabrics are suitable. **** *Note: Padawan green obi.* #### Belt Belts are brown leather with metal accents and gold buckles. The preferred color for accents is brass, but we do not require brass. Belt construction should be based on prequel based belts, featuring the classic two-layer construction with a wider belt and a narrower center belt, with studs. The wider belt should be between 3 and 5 inches. Note this is wider than standard prequel belt sizes. Wider belts include parallel lines of etching along the upper and lower edge. The leather of belts is not embossed with patterns or heraldry Both the narrow belt and wider belts end in the back, overlapping to close with stud attachments through punched holes. The wide belt closes first and the narrow belt closes over the top of it. Buckles may be round, oval, or rectangular and are embossed with the jedi order symbol. **** *Note: Belt examples. Note the rear closure.* #### Saber Clip Belts must feature a lightsaber clip. The clip hangs from a short brown leather strip, attached just under the narrow overbelt. The clip is covertec style.. The covertec clip should hang just below the bottom edge of the belt. Covertec clips may be silver, gunmetal, antique brass or black. **** *Note: Covertec on strap and covertec clip.* #### Commlink The commlink is carried in a leather loop attached to the center belt. The commlink is cylindrical, approximately 4 inches (10 cm) tall, and silver. The commlink is ridged.  *Note: Commlink Examples* #### Food Capsules Food capsules are metallic silver in color There are two different styles Jedi wear one set of food capsules Prequel Era food capsules are not permitted:  *Note: Food Capsules* #### Boots Boots follow all rules of construction and fit from the main addendum. The exception being that wrap boots are not allowed for this template. Boots may include a narrow strip of matching leather that covers the inside zipper.**** #### Gloves/Forearm Hand Armor (Not Applicable for Padawan) Forearm/Hand Armor (Not Applicable for Padawan) Jedi Knights and Masters wear gloves and forearm/hand armor Gloves are leather or pleather Gloves extend to mid-forearm over the outer tunic. A shorter glove with a leather bracer may be used to simulate this look. Gloves have no stitching or details Forearm/hand armor is dull silver metallic with raised detailing Armor is attached to the forearm over the glove via visible black straps.  *Note: Glove and Forearm/Hand Armor* #### Lightsaber Lightsabers should be combat ready, able to securely hold the blade style of choice of the Temple, and not easily break during choreography. Jedi colors include various shades of the following: Blue, Green, Yellow, Amber. For this era, lightsabers are limited to standard hilts. Saber staves, saber pikes are not permitted. Although we do see a lightsaber whip, it is limited to a face character and is not permitted within the scope of this standard. **** Note: Acolyte Era Lightsabers ### Optional Requirements: #### Optional - Pouch As we only definitively see a pouch on Torbin in the flashbacks, pouches are optional for this standard. If worn, the pouch should be formed and made of thicker leather or pleather. Pouches should be securely attached to the belt Pouch should be square or rectangular in shape, and no taller than the width of the main wider belt. Pouch should have a flap closure with a metallic snap. Color of the snap should match the color of the hardware on the belt. No more than two pouches should be worn.  *Note: If you look REAL close, you can possibly see a pouch on Sol’s belt. Torbin definitely has pouches.* #### Optional - Cloak Although all of the Jedi with the exception of Kelnacca wear cloaks throughout the series and do not remove them when fighting, for the purposes of practicality and safety, cloaks are optional under this standard. Cloaks should be dark brown in color. Cloaks should be either brushing the ground or no more than ankle length. Sleeves of the tunic should not show below the sleeve of the cloak when arms are hanging naturally by the sides. It is preferred but not required that cloak sleeves be narrower than prequel-era cloaks to more closely match the on-screen examples. The main characters have narrower cloak sleeves, the supporting characters have both narrow and wide (prequel style) cloak sleeves. Hood should be large, and should sit in folds on either shoulder. Hoods should not have a pointed top and should not look as though they came out of Assassin’s Creed. Cloaks should be voluminous, but should not be so large that the applicant gets “lost” in it. Witches cloaks/robes, vampire cloaks, or bathrobes are not approvable.Recommended fabrics are those that are heavier weight and made out of natural fiber. Lighter fabrics with little to no weight are not recommended.
**** *Note: Nobody likes a wrinkled robe.* # The Acolyte - Jedi Temple Uniform ## The Acolyte - Formal Temple Uniform ### Description *The Acolyte* formal temple uniforms are worn by Jedi in the later High Republic era at the Jedi temples and on official business. They are generally clean, luxurious, and elegant. The colors are ivory or white for the outer tunic and the under tunics, obi, and cape, rich gold for tabards, and tan for the pants.This template was developed independently from the Rebel Legion Costume Standard. It is advised that any applicant or member looking for cross-approval review both standards. It is our intention to NOT have any costume element that outright contradicts the Rebel Legion standard. Where the standards do not 100% agree, we have left an option for a Rebel Legion compliant color or item.
### Minimum Requirements - Outer Tunic - Inner Tunic - Tabards - Obi - Jedi Belt with The Acolyte style lightsaber clip on a leather strip - Pants - Boots ### Optional Item For the purposes of Saber Guild, the cape is optional for both Jedi Knights and Padawans.If going for cross-club approval include the cape.
### Colors All items not made of leather or metal share similar color schemes of gold and white/cream across temple outfits except where otherwise stated. Tabards should be a rich gold ranging from honey to turmeric to gold. Outer tunics and obis should be an ivory or off white color and capes should be of a matching color and fabric. Inner tunics are also off white to ivory colored but should be a different shade from outer tunics. Pants should be light brown or tan. For Padawans only: obis are a dark green color to indicate padawan status. No three color rule exists within the Later High Republic (Acolyte)Color charts are meant to be a guideline and do not need to be matched exactly. Any color that meets the wording of the standards will be approved.
#### White/Ivory/Creams Used for inner tunics, outer tunics, obi (for Knights and Masters), and cape. Inner and outer tunic should have variation between the two shades. **** #### Golds Used for tabards and trim. Tabards should be a rich gold ranging from honey to turmeric to gold. **** #### Dark Green Padawans have a dark green colored obi to indicate their rank within the Order. **** #### Light Brown Used for pants. Most commercially available tan and khaki pants would fall either in this range or slightly lighter. ** # Materials Materials should be fine quality silks and linens, particularly silk matka. Boots and belts should be leather or leather like. All clothing parts should be of a durable material of medium weight and not be see-through in any capacity. Materials used should not have additional patterns. #### Recommended Fabrics Fine linen, silk matka #### Disallowed Fabrics include: Anything thin enough to be see-thru, shiny, has a sheen, or has a raised pattern. No quilting cotton, cotton sateen or sheer linens. Rough, worn fabrics including homespun cottons and slubby linens and wools. Smooth satins including habutais, velvets, velveteens, most other cottons (including cotton gauze and osnaburg), leather for items other than boots/belts/belt accessories, any other fabrics referenced in the main addendum as being unapprovable Belts, pouches, saber holsters, and boots must be leather or leather-like. #### Outer Tunic Outer tunics are worn over the inner tunic and pants, but under tabards, obi and belt. The outer tunic should be a shade of ivory or off white. Outer tunics should have a crossover neckline with an optional approximately 2” border of the same fabric and top stitching along the border o f the neckline. Some tunics can also have a crossover front with no border trim and no top stitching. Outer tunics should follow all construction rules of the main addendum unless otherwise stated. Outer tunics must be long enough to cover the crotch/backside and may extend to the knee. **** #### Inner Tunic  Inner tunics in the High Republic era are white or off white. They are long sleeved and should be tucked into the pants or skirt. They share the cross-over design of the standard Jedi over tunic. When worn with a standard cross-over outer tunic, the inner tunic’s collar should be visible. They can include pleats running the length of the neckline. #### Tabards Tabards for the Acolyte temple robes are made of gold silk or fine linen, self lined, and with a visible, but neat texture. Tabards are decorated with a gold border trim along the outside edge and inside neckline, front and back. The trim should be spaced just inside the outside border of the tabards. A military style trim with raised edges is preferred. Tabards can be shaped as one of two styles for Jedi: The standard draping over the shoulder tabard or apron style tabards. Padawans must use the Padawan style vest tabard. ##### Standard Tabard This is the ‘modern Jedi style’ draping over the shoulder tabard. This style can be worn as standard parallel lay or y-shaped. Tabards should be the same length as or longer than the outer tunic and range in length between the mid-thigh and knees.  ##### Y Front Tabard Tabards may also be Y-front with apron bottom front and back. If this style is used, the top back portion may be cut as a medieval style or also as a crossover, falling into the apron bottom below the obi. Tabards should be the same length as or longer than the outer tunic and range in length between the mid-thigh and knee. s ##### Padawan Tabard Padawans exclusively wear vest style tabards, which are cut in two pieces draping down in the front and a solid top and bottom in the rear. Tabards should be the same length as or longer than the outer tunic and range in length between the mid-thigh and knees. #### Obi Obis are square in design and are larger than the belt up to 2 inches past the edge of the belt. They match the ivory of the outer tunic. They should include two narrow strips of the same fabric, set on either side of the belt in front and back. They hold the belt in place and are held in place themselves by brass rivets just above and below the belt.  #### Padawan Obi Padawan characters may choose to wear a dark green instead of ivory obi. The canon fabric for the padawan obi is wool felt, but any similar style fabric is suitable. Obis should be of similar construction including the strips running perpendicular to hold on the belt.  #### Belt ##### Construction and Design High republic belts are brown leather with metal accents and gold buckles. Buckles may be round, oval, or rectangular and are embossed with the jedi order symbol. The leather of belts is not embossed with patterns or heraldry. Belt construction should be based on prequel based belts, featuring the classic two-layer construction with a wider belt and a narrower belt. The wider belt should be between 3 and 5 inches. Note this is wider than standard prequel belt sizes. Wider belts also include parallel lines of etching along the upper and lower edge. Both the narrow belt and wider belts end in the back, overlapping to close with stud attachments through punched holes. The wide belt closes first and the narrow belt closes over the top of it #### Lightsaber clip Belts must feature a lightsaber clip. The clip hangs from a short brown leather strip, attached just under the narrow overbelt and has a silver covertec style lightsaber at the bottom. The covertec clip should hang just below the bottom edge of the belt. **** #### Boots Boots follow all rules of construction and fit from the main addendum. The exception being that wrap boots are not allowed for this template. Boots of the acolyte era may include a narrow strip of matching leather that covers the inside zipper, but it is not required. #### Pants Pants follow all rules from the main addendum EXCEPT: They must be in shades of tan or light brown. #### Saber Sabers follow all rules from the main addendum. High republic features such as gold ornamentation are permitted but not required. #### Cloak or cape (Optional for Saber Guild)  Capes are cut as a half circle with an attached hood. Hoods should include pleats where attached to the cape and should fall to just below the shoulder blades. Capes include a 2 to 3 inch border trim of matching fabric along the front edge. Cape can also have a 2 inch border trim around the bottom edge optionally. They may end between calf length and ankle length. Capes and cloaks may fasten with a white or similarly colored hook and eye closure just below where the hood meets the cape edge in the center front.  Less commonly capes could be a straight cut rectangle that falls down the back just below knee length. The top of the cape fits over the shoulders in an oversized cowl neck collar. Cape should be made from the same material and ivory color as the outer tunic. # Old Republic Era # Armored Jedi [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/tor-armored-jedi-1.png) ### Requirements - [Accurate to Star Wars: The Old Republic Jedi Armor](#bkmrk-armor) - Chest - (Optional) - Amber LED circle at the center of the chest armor - (Optional) - Two small amber LED lights at bottom of chest armor - Forearm / Wrist - Hand - Thigh - Shin - [Undersuit](#bkmrk-undersuit) - [Boots](#bkmrk-boots) - [Robe](#bkmrk-robe) - [Gloves](#bkmrk-gloves) - [Lightsaber](#bkmrk-lightsaber) ### Conditional Requirements The following items may be required based on certain choices of costume pieces. - [Belt](#bkmrk-%C2%A0) - [Codpiece, tabard, or Apron](#bkmrk-codpiece) ### Optional Items - Armor Pieces - Shoulder Bells - Boot Armor --- ### Required Items --- #### Armor Accurate to Star Wars: The Old Republic Jedi armor should include the following pieces at a minimum: Chest, Forearm/Wrist, Hand, Thigh and Shin armor Armor should be painted in a spruce green or earth tone color scheme, with metallic silver/gold/bronze trim similar to source images. The LFL blue ‘release’ color scheme is also allowable. Armor should be well fitted to the wearer without excessive gap between chest and cod plate. An amber LED circle at the center of the chest armor and two small amber LED lights at bottom of chest armor may be included, but are not required. Light weathering to the armor is allowable but should be consistent with weathering to the entirety of the costume.See the [Generic Standard :: Armor section](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/optional-outerwear-and-armor#bkmrk-armor) for detail on allowable materials for armor.
#### Codpiece If no codpiece armor is used, a long apron style tabard or loin cloth style drape should be used instead. The style of the loin cloth/apron style tabard matches the TOR style, and the color of the fabric should match the undersuit. #### Belt - **If Codpiece armor is used** it must include - faux belt that has 2 to 4 pouches on each side of the buckle (total of 4 to 8) - **If Codpiece armor is not used**, then costume must have a belt in one of the following styles - **OT** style belt with - At least two pouches (One on either side of middle buckle), - **prequel** style belt with - At Least two pouches (One on either side of middle buckle) - 4-8 food capsules in even sets - **combo-style** belt similar to what is worn by Luke Skywalker in The Last Jedi with - At least two pouches (One on either side of the middle buckle).See the [Generic Standard :: Belts section](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/belts "Belts") for more details on allowable belts.
#### Undersuit Full body undersuit- One or two piece, but the join must not be easily visible. Heavier spandex is allowed, but a thicker, more durable material is recommended. The undersuit must compliment the armor and tie together to be a coherent costume. Allowable colors for the undersuit include the following: Dark Green, Dark Brown, Dark Blue #### Boots - Brown boots that should match the color of the belt pouches and/or Jedi style belt. - Boots are ankle high, slip on style boots, with no visible zippers or laces. - Boots are able to be tucked under shin armor. #### Robe ##### Option #1 Traditional brown heel length Jedi Robe. - The sleeves should finish at the elbow or wrist gauntlets. - The robes contain a deep hood. - The robes may be lightly weathered to match the armor. ##### Option #2 Cloak or robe variant that fits Jedi style. - The robe must be a brown or variant earth tone. - Armor gauntlets should be visible.If there are questions regarding the design of any cloak or robe variant please consult the GCCs with your design.
#### Gloves Brown full fingered gloves matching the leather work on the costume. #### Lightsaber Combat ready lightsaber that meets the [Generic Standard :: Lightsaber](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/lightsabers) rules for the Jedi faction. # Sith Acolyte [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/tor-acolyte-header.png)This standard is meant as an option instead of the 501st CRL. The 501st CRL is approvable in Saber Guild as trooping only. The below rules are meant to provide an applicant with more options that make it easier to move in.
### Requirements - Mask and Balaclava - Neck Seal - Undersuit - Neck Robe - Armor Pieces - Chest Armor - Forearm / Wrist Armor - Shoulder Armor - Loin Cloth / Apron Tabard - Belt - Lightsaber #### Optional Requirements - Sith provide no options, only absolutes. ### Required Items --- #### Mask and Balaclava A mask **and** Balaclava are required for this costume. - The mask is made of a rigid material such as plastic or fiberglass. - The mask has either a grooved tribal pattern or paisley pattern (Lord Adraas), consistent with the video game references. - The wearer’s eyes are concealed by either a tinted lens or mesh material. - Mask is painted a metallic gray that is weathered in a pattern consistent with the rest of the armor. - The gray can be the lightest color seen in the trailers or the darker color seen in the Eradicator Armor set used in actual game play. - Mask must be secured to the head and it is advised to be secured to the hood to hide any straps that secure the mask in place.**Airsoft masks are not acceptable.**
#### Neck Seal - It should be either dark gray or black composed of either latex or fabric. - Horizontal ribs are allowed, but not required. #### Undersuit - The undersuit should be a non-textured material, - One-piece or two-piece construction with no visible zippers or logos/designs. - Should be fitted. - Color can be any of the Sith Primary colors per the [Generic Standard :: Sith Colors](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/sith-colors "Sith Colors"). #### Neck Robe - The robe must be constructed from a heavy, flowing material that is not see through. - It may be any of the **Sith Primary** colors per the [Generic Standard :: Sith Colors](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/sith-colors "Sith Colors"). - No flaps, pockets, zippers or ornamentation (other than required sleeve stripes). - The robe should clear the ground by at least 2 inches/5 centimeters if intending to fight in it as the robe is not removed for choreography. - A hood is required. - This is a large hood which must cover the head and drape on the shoulders, with no visible seams. - The sleeves of the robe terminate just below the elbow so that most of the forearm is visible. - On each sleeve there must be two stripes that are painted, dyed, or sewn-onto the robe fabric. - The stripe closest to the edge of the sleeve should be approximately 2 to 3 inches/ 5 to 7.75 centimeters wide - A second stripe approximately 2 inches/5 centimeters higher on the arm with a width of approximately ½ inch/1.27 centimeters. - **Stripe Color** can be any of the **Sith primary** or **secondary** colors from the [Generic Standard :: Sith Colors](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/sith-colors "Sith Colors"). #### Armor The following armor pieces that are accurate to the images from the cinematic trailer for Star Wars the Old Republic are required: Chest, Forearm/Wrist, and Shoulder All other armor pieces are optional with the exception of the codpiece which is omitted. A long apron style tabard or loin cloth style drape should be used in place of the codpiece. Stripes and trim matching the stripes on the Neck Robe are allowed.Any designs or heraldry such as the Sith Symbol **must** be preapproved by the GCCs.
The color of the fabric (including stripes or trim) can be any of the primary or secondary pantones from the [Generic Standard :: Sith Colors](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/sith-colors "Sith Colors"). Armor must be painted a metallic gray that is weathered in a consistent pattern. Color of gray can vary from the lightest shade seen in the trailers to the darkest shade seen on the Eradicator Warsuit Armor set seen in actual game play.Armor should be well fitted to the wearer and secured for combat.
#### Belt ##### Option #1 - Sith Acolyte Belt - Made of Gray, Silver or Tan webbed material **or** leather - Includes an armored buckle plate with a grooved pattern. - Two small black or grey pouches on either side of the buckle that are made of either nylon or leather or another similar material must be present. - Canister greeblie optional ##### Option #2 - Printed / Resin belt Made with ABS Resin of filament, it must approximate the look of the Acolyte Belt detailed above. ##### Option #3 - Generic Sith Belt Instead of options 1 & 2, you may choose to you a belt that meet the [Generic Standard :: Belts](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/belts) and [Generic Standard :: Sith Colors](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/sith-colors) #### Lightsaber Combat ready lightsaber that meets the [Generic Standard :: Lightsaber](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/lightsabers) rules for the Sith faction. # Galactic Empire Era # Dark Side Military| [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/darkside-mil-1.jpg) | [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/darkside-mil-2.jpg) |
Stylized military jackets cannot be standard Imperial Officer uniforms.
They should be made to fold either left over right or right over left, with the end of the fold being clearly visible along one side of the body. The front of the jacket should have a diagonal cut across both the left and right sides, which creates a triangular or trapezoidal gap in the bottom of the jacket. Military jackets may be lined in red or grey.| [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/darkside-mil-3.jpg) Second Sister Tunic | [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/darkside-mil-4.jpg) Seventh Sister Tunic |
Other armor designs can be approved by the GCCs
Visible straps may be used for shoulder or chest armor. Shoulder armor may have max one strap per shoulder, extending either diagonally across the torso, or vertically down and under the arm. These straps may either cross over or under the armor plate. Chest armor may have a maximum of one strap that goes from one side of the chest plate to the other, extending horizontally around the body. Straps should be made of leather or leather-like material and fitted to the applicant so that they lay smoothly on the body. Straps may have a maximum of one buckle per strap. **Examples of Straps**| [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/darkside-mil-5.jpg) | [](https://holocron.saberguild.org/uploads/images/gallery/2024-05/darkside-mil-6.jpg) |
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**All helmet designs should be pre-approved by GCCs.**
A helmet does not count towards the minimum armor requirement of this standard. # Costume Submission Ready to join Saber Guild? Here is a guide for Temples and for applicants without temples to submit their costume for approval. # Photo Guidelines The photo area should be well lit, but avoid direct sunlight. If inside, ensure it is well-lit. Avoid having the member under partial or inconsistent shade/shadows. Don’t let the lightsaber or any ambient lighting do all the work. The GCCs need to be able to see all details. Photos should be taken in hi resolution (between 5-8 megapixels in quality – higher is fine if your camera’s default megapixel setting is greater than 8) to ensure the ability for GCCs to zoom in to see details. Preferably with a digital camera as opposed to a mobile device. A digital camera will have better light gathering and a higher quality lens. Ensure that the settings on the camera capture the colors in as close a manner as possible to the actual colors of the costume. REVIEW the photos to ensure this before submitting the photos. Best practice is to review the photos if possible while the applicant/member is still in costume, so as to conveniently reshoot if necessary. Submissions with poor resolution photos will be returned to the LCC or temple representative. Only submit pictures of the member alone against a plain background (a blank wall, hang a sheet, or use a green screen). Ensure that the photos are all full body shots at the member’s chest level, with at least 75% body-to- background ratio to maximize resolution. Please do not crop photos you have already taken for the belt, boot, or any photo needed for a specific part of your costume; take a separate close- up photo for each. Photos of any armor, helmet, or mask should have photos taken with these items, both, on and off (if applicable). ### Necessary Photos Please group all of the photos into one album and share the link to the album in the application. The required photos are listed below. For a detailed guide on how to take appropriate submission photos, please see [How to Take Submission Photos](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/how-to-take-submission-photos "How to Take Submission Photos") #### Main Shots Action Shot (This is the photo used for the website. The costume should be presented in a way that highlights the costume) Front (both arms out to the side pointing down at a 45-degree angle, arms straight, elbows not bent.) Back (both arms out to the side pointing down at a 45-degree angle, arms straight, elbows not bent.) Left side (both arms straight out at the shoulders so not to block view of the belt) Right side (both arms straight out at the shoulders so not to block view of the belt) Shoes/Footwear (two shots that show all sides of the shoes - one shoe front and second shoe side; then shoot from behind - one shoe back and second shoe side). Belt (laid out neatly on the floor with all accessories attached in the appropriate areas or close-up on body that captures all pieces). This can, of course, be excluded for face characters that don’t wear belts. Lightsaber (Lit and laid down on its switch/kill key side up). Please note that all saber guild submissions are required to have a lightsaber, even if they are face characters submitted under a 501st CRL/RL standard where the saber is listed as optional. #### Additional Shots Cloaks (4 shots are required; 2 with hood down front and back, with both arms out to the side pointing down at a 45-degree angle; 2 with hood up front and back). #### Armor, Masks, and Eye coverings 4 shots required - close up front, left, right, and back shots with the armor/mask/blindfold on. NOTE: Armor and low vision inducing costume elements \*will\* be judged as Trooping Only unless a video is submitted of the applicant and a fight partner demonstrating that the costume element will not fly off, and that applicant has adequate field of view while wearing said costume element. (for a detailed guide on how to film an appropriate choreo approval video, please see: [How to Take Submission Photos](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/how-to-take-submission-photos "How to Take Submission Photos") #### Wigs, Lekku, Montrails, and Horns 4 shots required - close up front, left, right, and back shots with wig/lekku/montrails/horns on. NOTE: costume elements \*will\* be judged as Trooping Only unless a video is submitted of the applicant and a fight partner demonstrating that the costume element will not fly off, and that applicant has adequate field of view and mobility while wearing said costume element. (for a detailed guide on how to film an appropriate wig and/or choreo approval video, please see [How to Take Submission Photos](https://holocron.saberguild.org/books/costume-standards/page/how-to-take-submission-photos "How to Take Submission Photos") #### Makeup and Prosthetics Close-up photos must be sent of the costume makeup to fairly judge the quality, material, shading, and texture. Additional comments may be made by the applicant about the makeup/prosthetics in the additional comments area. #### Additional Elements Any other required costume elements that are not visible in other photos. For example, a face character with multiple required layers should ensure that each layer which is not clearly visible in the main photos is included in the additional shots. #### Reference Photos In the case where the costume diverges from the standard it is being submitted under, or where no published standard exists, reference pictures should be submitted to reference your design. ### GENERAL APPEARANCE As a LucasFilm Limited (LFL)/Disney preferred organization who has done, do, and shall continue to do much in the way of creating millions of smiles through charitable work, we must all do our best to present ourselves in a professional manner. The costume submission is the applicants first step into our organization. We endeavor to uphold the standards entrusted to us by LFL. This submission should be treated as a portfolio showcasing the applicants hard work. Therefore, the costume photos should reflect the quality of its components, construction, and appearance. We consider the costume submissions as a representation of how the applicants will be appearing on behalf of Disney/LFL and Saber Guild. A disheveled, unkempt appearance is not what should be presented within the submission photos. Additionally, it may hinder the GCCs ability to judge the costume fairly. To avoid applicant disappointment and LCC frustrations, we suggest the following pre-photo guide : - Ensure the costume is clean. - Iron the costume. - Prepare the photo area. Pictures should be on a background. Ensure there is good lighting and minimal shadowing. Do not photograph outside. - Do not let the applicant dress alone. Assist in the placement of the obi, tabards, belt (and accessories), and pant/trousers at the boot. - Shoot the photos in accordance with the guidelines above. - LCCs review photos with the member before submitting to ensure that the applicant’s costume meets all standards and the costume is represented accurately. We recommend reviewing the photos before concluding the photo session to identify any photos that may not be of quality or have wardrobe malfunctions. # How to Take Submission Photos ### Greetings from the Saber Guild Costume Consulars! We’re excited to see the new costumes that you have been making. In order to make sure we see your costume at its best, we’ve made this guide to help you take the perfect photos for submitting your costume. May the Force be with you! Thank you to Rain Borges, SG-393, for the photos used in this guide! [**Para instrucciones en Español**](https://holocron.saberguild.org/attachments/12) --- ## Submission Photo Set ### Photo Requirements - ##### Head to toe photos - Front - Left - Back - Right - ##### Close-ups of the belt - Front - Back - ##### Close-ups of the saber on the ground or floor - Lit - Unlit - ##### Close-ups of the boots - Front - Back - ##### Action Shot - Show off your character! --- ### Example Photos #### Head to toe photos from the front, left, back, and rightOnce 25% worth of updates are made, further changes cannot be made within six months.
If further changes are desired before six months is up, they must be submitted to the Global Costuming Consulars. This does not apply to costume repairs, such as fixing rips and tears. Costume repairs or replacements that do not change the fabric, color, fit, or construction of the original garment do not need to be submitted to the Global Costume Consulars; they may instead be locally approved by the temple’s Local Costume Consulars, and do not count towards the 25% costume upgrade allowance. LCCs may also locally approve a member swapping costume elements between globally approved generic costumes of the same faction without submitting the changes to global, providing the worn costume still meets the current standards. All swapped elements should be previously approved on the member requesting the swap. Such swaps would not count towards the cumulative costume change percent. If Global Costume Consulars, the Costume Director, or the Global Council see a change that a Local Director/LCC has approved and disagrees with the quality, then they have a right to require a submission, evaluation and any modifications. If this happens three times within one year within a temple, the temple will lose their local costume upgrade approval privileges. When an upgrade is sent in for review, the costume MUST MEET current standards. If the costume does not meet the latest published standards, the Global Costume Team has the authority to require the costume be brought into compliance with current standards in addition to judging the upgrade.If you are deviating from our costume standards or going for something out-of- the box (i.e. designs on tabards), you should still have your LCCs check with the Global Costuming Consulars before moving forward.
Face Character upgrades: Any changes to the costume of a face character, ie: A known, named character with a costume specific to that character, must be presented to the Global Costume Consulars for Review. ### Process for Resubmission For COSTUME UPGRADES/species changes/etc, the Subject Line to the forum post should be completed as: MM/DD/YYYY Costume Upgrades \[Username: Forum User name\] Standard Name Send clear, full body shot and close-up shots of additions/upgrades (front, back, and both sides) to LCC, who will post on forum thread if they feel the changes are ready to be approved. Remember to include updated information in the post including the bio if updated from original. Note: Global Costuming Consulars will be evaluating upgrades/additions only. ### Appeals Sometimes despite your LCC’s best intentions your member’s costume may not get approved. If a submission is denied and you wholeheartedly believe that it met all the criteria mentioned on our website and within this amendment, you have the right to appeal the decision to the Global Council. This should be done in a formal, well-thought- out letter written by your Local Director (or by the applicant if not attached to a Temple) to council@saberguild.org. The letter should contain at least three visual references and justification as to how the costume fits within standards. Informal PMs on Facebook will not be accepted as a formal appeal. For clarification on anything in this document, please feel free to contact any of the GCCs via the LCC Facebook Chat or email at costuming@saberguild.org and we will be happy to assist you # Previously Approved Exemption (PAE) For members/applicants who have a Saber Guild eligible face character approved in a different costume club # Previous Approved Exemption Submissions (PAE) Face characters are defined as named characters within Lucas Film/Disney/Marvel/Dark Horse/etc. properties whether they are current canon or not. If an applicant wants to submit a face character costume that is approved in another Star Wars costuming club in which they are currently active they can submit a request for Previous Approval Exemption (PAE) so long as it was approved in the last 3 years. The process uses the following steps: The Local Costume Consular (LCC) will submit a costume submission to the forums with a link to the Costume Resource Library (CRL) or Costume Rules/Template in the LFL Costume Club that the costume is approved in. The Temple may request a PAE or request the applicant go through the standard application process. Under notes the LCC needs to list which LFL Costume Club the costume is approved and that they are requesting a PAE. The LCC will provide a link to an official website (Such as Base/Garrison page) or a copy of the approval email that was sent to the member. Other forms of proving official approval may be considered on a case by case basis. The applicant must provide a new front, back, and both sides pictures for the costume. They should also submit any photos they have of the previous costume submission, if any. For applicants with no Local Costume Consular or Temple they should speak to the Global Membership Director (GMD) who is also the acting LCC for Wayseeker Temple. Once the application has been submitted with these conditions met, the Global Costume Director (GCD) will work with the Global Membership Director (GMD) to confirm it is the same costume and that it is approved in the organization listed within the last three years. A Global Costuming Consular (GCC) can be assigned by the GCD to act in their stead. A Global Costuming Consular (GCC) can be assigned by the GCD to act in their stead. If there is disagreement between the GCD (or their delegate) and GMD Lead GCC, then the Assistant Global Director will serve as the tie breaking vote. If it is determined it is the same costume the GCD will then grant approval of the costume. If it is determined that it is not the same costume, then the costume will have to go through the standard Saber Guild costume approval process. For all members for whom this is their first costume with Saber Guild, they will be awarded a Saber Guild number and given the rights/responsibilities of a full member.