Back with some news:
I almost got a cease and desist from YSL-Paris because of the RAM Daft Punk glitter boots I made. Basically, I lost Facebook for a week (where the complaint originated from YSL thinking I was going to sell them.) So if you want a pair...make your own! That said, I am 99% sure this new glitter and glue will be much more true to the originals.
I have also reached out to a 501st seamstress in Texas who works on costumes professionally. I plan on getting new RAM tuxedos, black, gold and silver. The idea this second time around is to layer the sequins as opposed to laying a flat plane. When I made the first RAM costumes, there was less than a month and half lead time into leaving to debut at Dragon*Con 2013 (8/29/13-9/2/13). There is no rush this time, and I want to nail the looking perfectly. Plus she has worked at a tux shop and has a lot of experience working with tuxedos specifically...which is a huge plus! I don't know how much they will be, but you pay for quality. I am thinking off offering my current RAM tuxedo which is the most accurate replica that exists (correct sequins and pattern). It was custom tailored to me (I am Guy's size, 5'7" about 160lbs). So think a 40S in US suit sizes. Not perfect, but the best out there until I make my new ultimate ones. Interested? Drop me a PM.
I have also been plugging away at a Mogaui V2 Guy-Man for a friend of mine. I am also doing a pair of Volpin's gloves for him too (he is the same size as me, so I will make it to fit me and then show all of you what it looks like versus my Sorenzo lid/FIRE_WIRE gloves).
Acme 12/13 by
TK9336, on Flickr
The glove pull isn't very sharp which left me to a "guesstimate" on a few cuts. Having done two pairs of gloves already it was a no-brainer, but if your just getting started...take your time, or get FIRE_WIRE's. They are far more defined and forgiving. I say that only because in my builds I like to strive for 99% accuracy and like to know it's as close as possible. If I mess up, it bugs me wayyyyyyy too much that it's not perfect (which explains why I have done things twice, and thrice over on my Daft gear.)
I do have a question and would like a second opinion from the veteran Daft Punk purists and researchers on what they think that neck guard is on Guy-Man's HAA helmet. The V2 Moguai and my own Sorenzo GM are both HAA, and I still need to add this on. Take a look. I wanna to say it's foam-
Foam Back by
TK9336, on Flickr
Nothing to speak of regarding my Discovery build, still all drawings and a pile of construction materials. I am tossing up ideas for my Daft Trooper helmet, and armor...right now I have three versions...but I am most excited for a twist on the Encore suits since TK armor has many highlights and geometrical shapes that would respond well to that style.
Anyways...it's cold.
Stay daft my friends.