BvS Gal Gadot IS Wonder Woman! - Part 3

[regwec]

For those who haven't seen it, I think something like this would be ideal.

I quite like that, though I would prefer her to wear grieves greaves rather than just straps over the calves. The demi-cape hanging from her belt is also a bit weird- it reminds me of a barman wearing a tea-towl.

 

[charl_huntress]

I bet they won't even show how. The costume changes will just happen off-screen (like in MoS).

NO!!!! but you are probably right. I hope not though. I do so yearn for a couple of nods like the shirt rip and the spin. I will be able to move on with out both though.

I would prefer her to wear grieves rather than just straps over the calves.

What are grieves?

 

[regwec]

Oops, sorry- greaves.

 

[charl_huntress]

No worries. I did think that is what you meant, but I wasn't sure. I only know from a friend who buys armor.

 

[ArmsHeldOut]

I quite like that, though I would prefer her to wear grieves rather than just straps over the calves. The demi-cape hanging from her belt is also a bit weird- it reminds me of a barman wearing a tea-towl.

I'm not a big fan of the cape as well. And yes, greaves would be more practical especially when the intent is to protect the shinbone. Still, I'm not terribly bothered by the look of the straps.

 

[charl_huntress]

The straps add more of a classical look to the entire outfit. If we were to even get shots of Themyscira, I'd like to see them wearing shoes like that.

 

[ArmsHeldOut]

The straps add more of a classical look to the entire outfit. If we were to even get shots of Themyscira, I'd like to see them wearing shoes like that.

Exactly. That's one of the reasons I like the design. It's also a bit uncommon. As far as practicality goes, upon close scrutiny, I noticed there appears to be some form of shinguard from the front.

 

[charl_huntress]

True...the strapping could almost be greave-like.

Seriously, that's not a bad look. It's sexy but not so sexy it make her look like a fighting VS model.

 

[Dark Raven]

What about WW wearing sandals then instead of boots? What do people think of that? In some pictures I've seen she is wearing open-toed sandals. Yes, boots are meant to protect and are the classic comic look, but sandals are closer to the ancient Greeks. Also, it's not like she really needs the protection that much anyway since her skin is tougher.

 

[charl_huntress]

I think sandals would be appropriate and add the "traditional" look. If that pic was manip'd with boots it would throw the entire look off.

 

[regwec]

Which is why I like greaves. Made out of dyed red leather, they would echo the classic boots while still making sense with the rest of the Hellenic outfit. Strappy sandals would be fine for weekends or whatever, though. I would really like to see Diana in the flowing white robes that form the "civilian" wear of her culture, too.

 

[Dark Raven]

Which is why I like greaves. Made out of dyed red leather, they would echo the classic boots while still making sense with the rest of the Hellenic outfit. Strappy sandals would be fine for weekends or whatever, though. I would really like to see Diana in the flowing white robes that form the "civilian" wear of her culture, too.

Something like one (or all) of these?

She could wear strappy sandals like these, but have the greaves over her shins.

 

[charl_huntress]

Do you want greaves and sandals, or boot-like greaves that are also shoes? I'm not familiar with the classical look. So I'm trying to imagine this in my mind.

I too want to see her in the robes, but that would be mean they'd have to introduce Themyscira, which I don't think will work for this film IMO.

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Raven...I like the second one best...sans the stripper shoes though...lol

 

[Dark Raven]

Do you want greaves and sandals, or boot-like greaves that are also shoes? I'm not familiar with the classical look. So I'm trying to imagine this in my mind.

I too want to see her in the robes, but that would be mean they'd have to introduce Themyscira, which I don't think will work for this film IMO.

Not if she just wears the white robes in her downtime as something she brought along with her to the western world.

I think either type of footwear would work for WW. I think the Greek look though is open-toed sandals, but that obviously isn't quite the comic WW red boot look. She could have more than one type of footwear.

Raven...I like the second one best...sans the stripper shoes though...lol

Stripper shoes? lol, I thought those are just Hellenic sandals. Aren't they normally strappy like that? Of course, they wouldn't have heels though.

 

[charl_huntress]

Not if she just wears the white robes in her downtime as something she brought along with her to the western world.

I think either type of footwear would work for WW. I think the Greek look though is open-toed sandals, but that obviously isn't quite the comic WW red boot look. She could have more than one type of footwear.

That could be true...and I think it would work.

I really do hope they spend some time developing a costume that will work. I appreciate the fact Synder said in one of the commentaries features for MOS that he tried to put the trunks on Supes, but it didn't work. I agree with him now after having watched the film, so I believe he's probably going to give it his best to have a "traditional" Wondy costume that works and is hopefully appropriately tasteful.

Stripper shoes? lol, I thought those are just Hellenic sandals. Aren't they normally strappy like that? Of course, they wouldn't have heels though.

Well...they are cute in a "I'm about to strut" kind of way, but I just can't imagine Amazons in heels. I hate the fact she wears them in the comics. Heels are so impractical for fighting. I mean really they are...ever seen girls fight in heels? The fight usually ends on the ground in a rolling match.

 

[regwec]

Something like one (or all) of these?

Yeah, something like either of those. In general, I think the cultural aspects of WW are the key to establishing her "brand equity", and developing her mythology. I would love to see at least one scene on Themyscira.

Do you want greaves and sandals, or boot-like greaves that are also shoes? I'm not familiar with the classical look. So I'm trying to imagine this in my mind.

I think greaves and sandals are probably the way to go. Closed-toed boots, like trousers/pants/leggings, constitute barbarian costume from a Hellenic perspective.

Currently, my favoured costume would consist of:

"Soft armour" cuirass in deep red leather, with a gilt eagle emblazoned on it.

Navy blue leather strap "battle skirt", with generic metal studs interspersed with star shaped studs sewn on, echoing the classic star-spangled trunks.

Deep red leather greaves, over sandals.

Steel gauntlets on the forearms, couples with rings below the shoulder.

I am undecided about headwear. I would love to see how Weta or the like could develop the tiara into a new design, though.

 

[Dark Raven]

Ok, here are some different types of Greek or Roman sandals:

Could any of these work? Or are they too open-toed?

 

[charl_huntress]

^^I have a pair of sandals exactly like one of those pair and I forgot I had them. They are definitely being worn this coming summer. Yes...I like them. Fashionable but traditional.

I think greaves and sandals are probably the way to go. Closed-toed boots, like trousers/pants/leggings, constitute barbarian costume from a Hellenic perspective.

Currently, my favoured costume would consist of:

"Soft armour" cuirass in deep red leather, with a gilt eagle emblazoned on it.

Navy blue leather strap "battle skirt", with generic metal studs interspersed with star shaped studs sewn on, echoing the classic star-spangled trunks.

Deep red leather greaves, over sandals.

Steel gauntlets on the forearms, couples with rings below the shoulder.

I am undecided about headwear. I would love to see how Weta or the like could develop the tiara into a new design, though.

All that sounds totally awesome! I like the soft armor look and the star spangle. That's a neat touch.

I understand the gauntlets, but what do you mea by rings below the shoulder?

 

[Dark Raven]

^^I have a pair of sandals exactly like one of those pair and I forgot I had them. They are definitely being worn this coming summer. Yes...I like them. Fashionable but traditional.

Which one above? The one with the ankle wings?

WW can have something like that. Even if she wore boots, they don't need the heels. I agree that the heels aren't very practical for fighting. The only reason I can see them adding heels is to give WW some extra height, which she can't fake in flats. But then Gal is quite tall anyway.

So you'd be okay with open-toed sandals with so much of her feet exposed for WW?

 

[regwec]

I understand the gauntlets, but what do you mean by rings below the shoulder?

The kind of bangles that Indian women traditionally wear above the elbow or bicep. I think that they would compliment the gauntlets while contributing to a more exotic look, and counteracting the impression that she is naked from the armpits upward.

 

[Dark Raven]

The kind of bangles that Indian women traditionally wear above the elbow or bicep. I think that they would compliment the gauntlets while contributing to a more exotic look, and counteracting the impression that she is naked from the armpits upward.

Women have wedding dresses that are bare shouldered. I don't see it has to be a sexual look. It's not like those wedding dresses look ****ty.

 

[Angamb]

why did the Fan-Art topic dissapeared again today?

Yesterday I couldnt find it, and someone brought it up to first page, and today it dissapeared again

Is any administrator blocking it or something?

 

[regwec]

Women have wedding dresses that are bare shouldered. I don't see it has to be a sexual look. It's not like those wedding dresses look ****ty.

Yes, my thinking is borne of simple aesthetic choices rather prudishness.

I think heavy jewellery of a distinct cultural type would be an interesting way of balancing the militaristic elements of the costume while still giving a feminine appearance.

Not arguing for the nose ring, by the way, awesome though it is.

 

[charl_huntress]

Thanks for explaining that, Reg. I agree about the weaponized jewelry. I think that would be a very interesting way to dress up the armor in a way that adds allure.

Which one above? The one with the ankle wings?

WW can have something like that. Even if she wore boots, they don't need the heels. I agree that the heels aren't very practical for fighting. The only reason I can see them adding heels is to give WW some extra height, which she can't fake in flats. But then Gal is quite tall anyway.

So you'd be okay with open-toed sandals with so much of her feet exposed for WW?

Heck! I might have the one with the wings too with some costumes that are in the garage...lol. As for exposed feet, I have no problem with showing skin, or the feet. I don't think she should be covered head to toe in a burka. In fact, I actually think open-toed sandals do make her look more like an Amazonian warrior and adds to the sexiness. Sometimes is can be little things like opened toed shoes that build allure. It doesn't have to be a heavy handed in your face boobfest.

 

[Wise]

I totally see it. And that Jim Lee redesign of Huntress' costume is truly one of the worst ideas in comics. Period. Are you a bulletproof super-hero? Well, you get to show off your soft white underbelly to the world, because bullets bounce off you. Every body else? COVER THE HELL UP!! *note: Not applicable to Diana, Warrior Princess of the Amazons. She could catch a bullet if she wanted to.

Jim Lee's is still better than her early 90's costume.

Nothing beats Huntress' late 90's duds IMO. She should have kept the costume she wore throughout No Man's Land.