Making my Aragorn Cosplay - Costume Breakdown

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  • Опубліковано 13 лип 2024
  • Walking you through the making of my lady Aragorn cosplay. While I did genderbend the costume I did not change the costume details except where necessary due to female anatomy. Everything in the costume was made from scratch by me with the exception of the metal parts. I cover the making of the leather vambraces, glove, boots, jerkin, cloak, shirt, and belt.
    For those asking how I attached the jerkin ties see here: • Aragorn Jerkin Ties - ...
    Links
    Belt buckle: www.matthewgilbert.net
    Weta evenstar necklace: www.wetanz.com/us/the-evensta...
    (Affiliate links help support ya girl)
    Knock-off evenstar necklace: amzn.to/3XI0Eoo
    Mallorn brooch: amzn.to/3XLRXtd
    Ring of barahir: amzn.to/44HhOot
    If you are looking to purchase Aragorn costume items I recommend checking out the following leather shops
    Svetliy Sudar: svetliysudarworkshop.wordpres...
    Grommets Leathercraft: grommetsleathercraft.com/
    Nib's Workbench: www.etsy.com/shop/NibsWorkben...
    My links:
    Leather pattern shop: snappingdragon.etsy.com
    Instagram: / snappingdragonleather
    00:00 intro
    00:38 tooled leather vambraces
    02:33 leather glove
    02:54 leather boots
    04:08 fellowship cloak
    04:52 pants
    04:57 red shirt
    06:08 leather jerkin
    08:51 tooled leather belt
    09:58 necklace, ring and brooch
    10:18 dagger
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  • @JillBearup
    @JillBearup Рік тому +451

    This looks ✨amazing✨

  • @punchpineapple
    @punchpineapple Рік тому +94

    This is spectacular. There is both satisfaction and not that you managed to condense years of work into this short video. So much work!
    "Not idly do the leaves of Lorien fall so I purchased these on Etsy" 😂

  • @apinakapinastorba
    @apinakapinastorba Рік тому +8

    Those White Tree inlays look amazing, would have never guessed it’s just a sharpie and some weathering!

  • @scruffy_jobe
    @scruffy_jobe Рік тому +43

    Incredible. And I love the Aragorn quotes sprinkled throughout

  • @sophieb-m1472
    @sophieb-m1472 Рік тому +5

    Some lady I don’t even know sent me here! Thanks for the discovery to Jill Bearup

  • @sivula17
    @sivula17 Рік тому +8

    My goodness, sister... You knocked it out of the park!

  • @TenaciousWorkshop
    @TenaciousWorkshop Рік тому +46

    I love your attention to detail, and, dare I say, the sheer tenacity involved! FIVE years?! Your hard work shows! You did a fantastic job! (P.S. Jill Bearup sent me here, too - plus SUBSCRIBED! Looking forward to the next video!)

  • @LuxisAlukard
    @LuxisAlukard Рік тому +4

    Jill sent me, but now I'm going to share this with Living Anachronism, he's gonna love it!

  • @Dalenthas
    @Dalenthas Рік тому +5

    Jill sent me. Very nicely done.

  • @AnnaEmilka
    @AnnaEmilka Рік тому +8

    I was sent here by Jill Bearup

  • @Tyalisse
    @Tyalisse Рік тому +6

    So funny thing...I found you video via Jill Bearup...and started watching, when I noticed "Hey, that mountain in the background looks AWFULLY familiar..." I proceeded to creep your IG profile and was thrilled to see that you're from Calgary! I live in the Bow Valley :) Love to see local cosplayers being represented :)
    And to think, I never would have found your video if it were not for a lady across the pond. Life is funny :)

  • @axbrax5697
    @axbrax5697 Рік тому +21

    Holy shit this is absolutely amazing. Dont let kramer from living anachronism see this, he is going to die of jealousy. Also as almost everyone here jill sent me your way. Your work is just incredible

  • @adoptedbythe1king
    @adoptedbythe1king Рік тому +4

    I love the community that the algorithm helps bring together!!! It brought you to Jill Bearup who brought you to me! :-)

  • @MangindDerous
    @MangindDerous Рік тому +16

    God damn! 2 minutes in, and im already super impressed with your ridiculous level of attention to detail and your insanely amazing skills.
    EDIT 1: Now at 3:25 and is forever giving up the thought of ever cosplaying because *bows down* I am not worthy of milady and her skills make me hold myself cheap and without course.
    EDIT 2: 5 SECONDS AFTER EDIT 1 and your movie line/ build line mash ups are BRILLIANT and make me happy.
    EDIT 3: how to spot a cosplayer; can sew, work leather, make boots, make patterns etc etc. Etc with this level of skill but "fashion terms are not my area" GOLD

  • @SuicV
    @SuicV Рік тому

    The thought of making an Aragorn costume has crossed my mind once. Seeing the sheer amount of work it would take... Nevermind

  • @bacul165
    @bacul165 Рік тому +3

    I am too impressed to find an appropriate quote to express how great you did. Will come later and edit!

  • @krakenpots5693
    @krakenpots5693 Рік тому +3

    Ok, now I can use your video to justify to my friends why I have been "finishing" my LARP costume for the last 6 years!!!
    Great work!!! Well done!
    (p.s. am part of the Bearup gang)

  • @lukedogwalker
    @lukedogwalker Рік тому +1

    Brilliant work. Very faithful and detailed, and well executed.
    Speaking as an archer, the reason Aragorn only wears one glove is immediately obvious! He keeps his bow hand bare because if he wore even a very tight leather glove on his bow hand, his grip would have a tendency to shift (the material across his palm would move as he gripped the bow) and this would, of course, not be good for his shooting form, which would then reduce his accuracy. You can't control how the material would move, so it introduces a random element that the shooter can't control. Aragorn probably hunts to sustain himself in the wild, which makes the bow his most important kit for most of the time, and a bow hunter only gets one shot.
    I would suggest that the padded leather wrist covers beneath the "cuffs" are actually the braces, and that the cuffs are correctly named, being primarily decorative/heraldic.

  • @DavidGowers
    @DavidGowers Рік тому +5

    This is just *chef's kiss*, you did fantastic work here!

  • @sunflowerz1219
    @sunflowerz1219 Рік тому +2

    I’d love to see more detail about how you secured the braids on the jerkin because it looked like a cool method! Also great detail and such a cool look

    • @SnappingDragon
      @SnappingDragon  Рік тому +1

      I just posted a short video showing how I secured the ties to the jerkin.

  • @JamesQification
    @JamesQification 6 місяців тому

    truly inspiring! I've entered my LOTR era and planning an Aragorn-inspired outfit for hiking and camping. thanks for putting this video together!

  • @graceho7479
    @graceho7479 Рік тому +4

    Oh my god this looks so good! I never new I needed Lady Aragorn in my life until now.

  • @TheOneWithTheK
    @TheOneWithTheK Рік тому +5

    You are absolutely right, it needed to be done - and you did it brilliantly!

  • @lordmanumehl5231
    @lordmanumehl5231 Рік тому

    the amount of time i spent searching for a video like this one

  • @uglystupidloser
    @uglystupidloser Рік тому +1

    five years?! daang. dedication.

  • @MM126.90
    @MM126.90 Рік тому +5

    Just wait, the views will start rolling in.

  • @miriam4235
    @miriam4235 Рік тому +7

    That looks fantastic! Now I want Aragorn cosplay.

  • @tarnishedknight9909
    @tarnishedknight9909 Рік тому +8

    Thats a amazing amount of effort, bloody well done !

  • @EmelieWaldken
    @EmelieWaldken Рік тому

    You're gonna laugh, but despite loving that character wholeheartedly, I had never even given a thought to his clothing. The hair, the sword and well, the character himself (masterfully played) stole the whole show for me ^^ I really appreciate that you go for handstitches when visible, for natural materials more often than not. This costume looks really authentic.

    • @SnappingDragon
      @SnappingDragon  Рік тому

      I totally relate! I didn't give much thought to it either until starting this project. I've made a number of things from LotR and it never fails to help me think about the character in a different way.

  • @SandraOrtmann1976
    @SandraOrtmann1976 Рік тому

    This is most fascinating. A seemingly simple costume...famous last words. Reminds me of something...

  • @AbigailPoirier
    @AbigailPoirier Рік тому +3

    Wowww. That is super impressive! To see how much effort and time you put into it really underscores just how terrific the costumers for LOTR were.

  • @owenfyfield3759
    @owenfyfield3759 Рік тому

    This is exactly what I've been looking for to help me craft an Aragorn look. Super impressive work my lady. Thank you so much for your time and effort putting this video together. Hannon le.

  • @AzraelThanatos
    @AzraelThanatos 10 місяців тому

    For the rock, the original is a wetstone, you can find them for relatively cheap online or in a lot of shops that sell knives/swords...and several of larger hardware stores.

  • @MatsJPB
    @MatsJPB Рік тому +1

    Awesome outfit! Love the idea of using elastic string for the lacing on the cuffs, I'd never have though of that =D

  • @IceCreamMaker
    @IceCreamMaker 3 місяці тому

    Amazing, I've been looking lately to finish my aragorn costume as well, (a process I started 6 years ago) your video is gold!!!!
    Please make more videos!!!!!

  • @jjnewbold
    @jjnewbold Рік тому

    Loved how you incorporated the movie quotes.

  • @dess_greenwood1081
    @dess_greenwood1081 Рік тому +4

    Excellent cosplay, great job on all the leatherwork and detailing! ⚔️ Also, kudos on fitting in as many Aragorn quotes as you can. 😁

  • @svenwouters9547
    @svenwouters9547 Рік тому +3

    I don't know anything about cosplay or clothes making and I only came here because jill said the words lord of the rings but I stayed for the cosplay details so please don't stop caring about those.

  • @gabrielanderson8767
    @gabrielanderson8767 Рік тому +1

    Fantastic. The beveling and overall leatherwork is inspiring!

  • @rudeminnesotan
    @rudeminnesotan Рік тому +5

    Holy shit this is cosplay goals!!

  • @sariahd5083
    @sariahd5083 Рік тому +2

    Pretty awesome! I am very impressed with your leather work. Seamstress here. Did you use a leather needle on your sewing machine? The right needle can make all the difference in the world. Also, if you have a thick seam to get through, when you start the seam, don't have the back of the pressure foot hangin off the edge of the fabric. Put a balancing piece of fabric, it won't be sewn, butted right up to the edge of the of the start of the seam. This balances the pressure foot and then your sewing machine will like you again. I use this method for any thick fabric that I sew, denim, wool, etc. I imagine it would work for leather.

    • @SnappingDragon
      @SnappingDragon  Рік тому

      I did use a leather needle but I’ve never heard the tip about balancing the pressure foot! Thanks for the tip.

  • @courtjester7778
    @courtjester7778 Рік тому +2

    Wow! Super cool! You did such a thorough job.

  • @bybookandbone
    @bybookandbone Рік тому +4

    Fantastic video and spectacular cosplay. The work you put in is mind boggling. Well done 🎉🎉

  • @Shlonzs
    @Shlonzs Рік тому +3

    This definitely looks awesome

  • @liamrobinson2084
    @liamrobinson2084 Рік тому +1

    This is some serious craftsmanship! Brilliant work!

  • @josephmiller4526
    @josephmiller4526 11 місяців тому

    You are awesome! Well done!

  • @chrystenq
    @chrystenq Рік тому +3

    This is so inspiring I love it. Thank you for showing us❤

  • @fridayweekend7775
    @fridayweekend7775 Рік тому +2

    This is more than incredible!
    It looks absolutely beautiful!❤️

  • @mikayla7233
    @mikayla7233 Рік тому

    This is absolutely stunning!!! Keep up the work 🤩

  • @ronjohnson6916
    @ronjohnson6916 Рік тому

    Glad you passed this on. I love me dedication to detail.

  • @Taracinablue
    @Taracinablue Рік тому

    Epic! What a cool project. Well done.

  • @memomagic3480
    @memomagic3480 Рік тому

    Awsome work ! Thank you for the video it helps a lot to see you do everything so flawlessly !

  • @llareanna8287
    @llareanna8287 Рік тому

    A really great run through of everything you did. Amazing job.

  • @JosiahBradley
    @JosiahBradley Рік тому +3

    Great work and explanation. I'm not big into wearing costumes, but this looks cool and a true work of passion.

  • @williamcanavan3318
    @williamcanavan3318 Рік тому

    That is fantastic work! also i loved the little easter eggs you worked into your commentary.

  • @fomasfaith
    @fomasfaith Рік тому

    Fabuluous work. The skill and attention to detail.

  • @dwdillydally
    @dwdillydally Рік тому

    Mesmerizing! Thank you for sharing ❤️

  • @crescentfellcollecting
    @crescentfellcollecting Рік тому +1

    Fantastic video and breakdown! This is so inspiring, thank you so much for sharing your process!

  • @dudetheman3
    @dudetheman3 Рік тому

    Amazing job!

  • @nos2342
    @nos2342 Рік тому +2

    Great work!

  • @kirstenpaff8946
    @kirstenpaff8946 Рік тому

    I love it!!!! Thank you for this awesome video.

  • @ericpeterson8732
    @ericpeterson8732 Рік тому

    the cinematography is Excellent!

  • @volsten8721
    @volsten8721 7 місяців тому

    Amazing! 😍 I wish I could by that vor myself. You're really talented!

  • @boldnotbald3705
    @boldnotbald3705 Рік тому

    Wow. What an excellent video. So detailed and so skilled. Thank you for sharing!

  • @EllaAngeli
    @EllaAngeli Рік тому +3

    Looks great

  • @barberaradford7349
    @barberaradford7349 Рік тому

    Absolutely amazing skill and imagination. Wow

  • @limitedtime5471
    @limitedtime5471 Рік тому

    Incredible, i love it so much!

  • @jebatman756
    @jebatman756 Рік тому

    Amazing!

  • @DigitalPetrol
    @DigitalPetrol Рік тому

    Bravo! Great work and thank you for the video

  • @Glaswalker1001
    @Glaswalker1001 Рік тому

    Practical costumes, living it.

  • @rubinaaimin578
    @rubinaaimin578 Рік тому

    wow! this is amazing

  • @Buster-Sharp
    @Buster-Sharp Рік тому

    That is so cool. Nice work.

  • @TheTwitchyBrownGuy
    @TheTwitchyBrownGuy Рік тому +3

    This is cool!

  • @Wooddweller
    @Wooddweller 3 місяці тому

    Nice !

  • @ahirzy007
    @ahirzy007 Рік тому

    Those boots sooo good everything else too

  • @julecaesara482
    @julecaesara482 Рік тому

    this is sooooo cool

  • @PolishBigfootCircle11
    @PolishBigfootCircle11 11 днів тому

    I'm currently trying to create daily outfits that are modeled after some of my favorite movie characters. I've got Han Solo figured out, next is Aragorn!

    • @SnappingDragon
      @SnappingDragon  11 днів тому +1

      Love this!

    • @PolishBigfootCircle11
      @PolishBigfootCircle11 11 днів тому

      @@SnappingDragon Aragorn is difficult because he has many layers impractical for everyday use. However, a red Ghillie shirt coupled with a brown BDU jacket, jeans, and boots should fit the bill. Aragorn wears blue, red, and brown frequently so those three colors should embody his character while staying practically modern.

  • @PleaseNThankYou
    @PleaseNThankYou 10 місяців тому

    All your appropriately used "quotes" have me beguiled. ❤

  • @fizzlebug
    @fizzlebug 4 місяці тому

    Awesome! This is why UA-cam exists!

  • @gmontagu1274
    @gmontagu1274 Рік тому

    Highly impressive

  • @RHCole
    @RHCole Рік тому

    Nicey nice! Stellar work, can't wait to see what you do/have done next!
    Edit: "I sewed the pouch out of scrap..." humble brag like an OG 😆

  • @freya002YT
    @freya002YT Рік тому

    awesome

  • @theamazingbatboy
    @theamazingbatboy Рік тому +2

    Fascinating. Not into cosplay at all but this was great!

  • @tconnolly9820
    @tconnolly9820 Рік тому +1

    That is just so totally cool and hot!!! Amazing work.

  • @Runel713
    @Runel713 11 місяців тому

    for the dagger, maybe buy one from a 3d printer, won't cost much and if you're patient enough it could look awersome and shiny :)

  • @AndromedaCripps
    @AndromedaCripps Рік тому

    Super cool 👀👀👀

  • @eenalley
    @eenalley Рік тому

    Loved your video and the work! All well done and interesting. I do recommend slow down your voice over as you sound like you're racing a clock to get it all said. Otherwise, very enjoyable and thanks to Jill Bearup for the link!

  • @roftherealm3418
    @roftherealm3418 Рік тому

    This is my absolute dream

  • @LegacyFable
    @LegacyFable Рік тому

    I'm making my own version of aragorn using games book details and most importantly the movies that way I'm not bound by little details and can have fun with it

    • @SnappingDragon
      @SnappingDragon  Рік тому +1

      That's awesome! Being creative with it is a super fun way to enjoy cosplaying.

    • @LegacyFable
      @LegacyFable Рік тому

      @@SnappingDragon I'm still really new to it but me and my wife has just gotten into it last year and we love it

  • @chefkochjay
    @chefkochjay Рік тому

    This video needed to be done, indeed.

  • @sockgoblin2942
    @sockgoblin2942 Рік тому

    The mountains of Alberta really do make the photoshoots perfect! Did you take some of these pictures at moraine lake?

    • @SnappingDragon
      @SnappingDragon  Рік тому

      Not specifically at Moraine but in that area! Most were along the icefields parkway at Bow Lake and Waterfowl Lake.

  • @ObservantDog
    @ObservantDog 5 місяців тому

    Milady...
    You bow to No One.

  • @jonathanwall5784
    @jonathanwall5784 Рік тому

    Terrific work! I was wondering what color leather did you use for the quilted vambrace?

    • @SnappingDragon
      @SnappingDragon  Рік тому

      Hmm I’m not sure of the name of the color, I just found it in a local shop.

  • @zannolin
    @zannolin 5 місяців тому

    Do you have any tips about making the red shirt? I've been trying to find a decent pattern or resource anywhere and failing for agessss

    • @SnappingDragon
      @SnappingDragon  5 місяців тому

      I made my own pattern off of a yolked button down shirt I had & modified the heck out of it. Unfortunately I didn't document the process as it was long before I did UA-cam. The yolk isn't really necessary. If you aren't too picky a basic viking tunic pattern could work just fine, they have a similar neckline. I just gathered a bunch of movie screenshots for references.

  • @xipoteclazarus9239
    @xipoteclazarus9239 Рік тому

    Could you share how you made those knots in the jerkin? You mentioned a shout out to M Sheradin...does he have a tutaorial?

    • @SnappingDragon
      @SnappingDragon  Рік тому

      I just posted a short video showing the process. Hope that helps!

  • @dvn9890
    @dvn9890 Рік тому +5

    a nerdy amount of research😂😂

  • @piddlepooh2378
    @piddlepooh2378 Рік тому

    MAKE THE DUSTER !

  • @danielblair5970
    @danielblair5970 Рік тому

    ...dammit, this is giving me ideas now

  • @yeetstrzd3819
    @yeetstrzd3819 Рік тому

    How long did this take???

  • @joshhalkay
    @joshhalkay Місяць тому

    Where did you purchase your leather?

    • @SnappingDragon
      @SnappingDragon  Місяць тому +1

      I get my leather from one of the stores in town. If you have leather supply store in your area I'd try that first before going online. I like being able to get a good look at a hide before purchasing.

    • @joshhalkay
      @joshhalkay Місяць тому

      @@SnappingDragon Good idea. Now to only find one. :)