The Definitive Captain America "Avengers" Costume Thread

[Mr.Spider]

Alright, with new photos and videos out, let's get this ball rolling, here is where we can keep all out findings on parts, material, sizing, ref pictures .....etc.

When new information arrises this first post will be updated to reflect the new information. So let's start the discussion


Capt. Steve Rogers has a new suit in "The Avengers " more form fitting and streamlined for the 21st century.





HELMET :

the helmet retains alot of the old lines and shape of the TFA helmet, simply streamlining it,sharper cheeks, removing the leather liner and inlaying what appears to be metal wings and "A" on the forehead.



SUIT :

Having yet to identify the suit fabric, whether it be an actual fabric or screen printed like the spiderman suits. We can only guess until clearer shots appear online. though the suit maintains the blue color along with red and white stripes across the abdomen, the stripes DO NOT wrap all the way around the body though, only wrapping about 3/4 of the body.

The main colors appear to be a dark Royale Blue, White , Red , and alighter shade of blue. along with silver accents on the shoulders. Zippers in the thighs and abdomen.


Chest Star Template by Gemini Khan :

http://www.therpf.com/f24/cap-americ...mplate-122003/




GLOVES :

The gloves being mostly Red with Blue accents on the palms and silver accents on the forearm guards. They look to be made from mostly Leather with fabric between the fingers, palms , and elastic strapping. The gloves look to resemble motorcycle/sport gloves with the added knuckle guard and padding in the fingers.



BOOTS :

the Boots are the same red as the gloves, however being cobbled together from found items, the Upper section of the boot appears to be custom, while the bottom sole is actually from an Oakley boot or shoe sharing similar design.

OAKLEY S.I. ASSAULT BOOT™ 8 INCH

Oakley OAKLEY S.I. ASSAULT BOOT™ 8 INCH | Oakley Store

Shoes:
http://www.oakley.com/products/s-i-a...shoe/11097-001


SHIELD :

the Shield retains the same look it had in TFA, a 26' Diameter aluminum ( Vibranium ) Shield,.

Comic Con shots :

http://www.therpf.com/f9/captain-ame...-shield-91997/


Lovely Fan made from our own Chris F. :


http://www.therpf.com/f9/captain-america-shield-119947/



REF PICS :


Avengers: Captain America's Uniform and Locker - a set on Flickr


Comic Con 2011: Captain America Original Costume | Facebook


http://www.therpf.com/f24/avengers-n...poster-118431/


http://www.therpf.com/f24/captain-am...ostume-124704/


A drawing of the layout of the suit from what we have seen, generously provided by IronWarrior777. :

[IronWarrior777]

I have blueprints that I drew, would that be of any help?

[Chris Fields]

If anyone is willing to help with the body suit for this suit, I have a nice shield here with their name on it

[Mr.Spider]

Anythin you guys think would help , please do either post it or pm me and ill update the first post as neccessary , with all of us working together we can produce the best result !

[GBrittelleJr]

Originally Posted by Chris Fields

If anyone is willing to help with the body suit for this suit, I have a nice shield here with their name on it

In what way do you need help? Maybe we could help each other?

[Mr.Spider]

I know alot of people seem to think the material is printed, if so , maybe we should start knocking out a tiling pattern for the material. Even if it wasn't I still think that would be the best place to start. until a more official resource presents itself

[Chris Fields]

I don't think it's printed. Had a bunch of folks who saw it in person at SDCC say it looked like what a typical patterned jersey looks like at walmart or target, that Champion dryfit shirt type pattern on it.

[Mr.Spider]

Really ? hrmmmm, ok. guess it's time to hit the internetz... HARD... " susan ?!.. bring me coffee, it's gonna be a long night ! "

[Kevin Gossett]

It certainly looks printed to me...

[Mr.Spider]

it looks like there's 2 diff types notice the lower material under the chin... looks like it has a... " -) " kind of pattern

[cavedwellar]

I have a friend who saw the suit at SDCC, and he said it was "athletic foam" material, leading me to believe it may be a thin printed neoprene material.

[JLeezy23]

Found this marble taffeta, looks somewhat close to the suit's main parts. Not much color selection though

Marble Taffeta,Taffeta Lining $1.00 - $4.25 per yard on Sale NOW

full pic of fabric in a light blue below
http://www.morexfabrics.com/files/taffetaliningblue.jpg

or this http://www.pinkchalkfabrics.com/inde...oducts_id=2729

[FirstAvenger]

Originally Posted by KevinG

It certainly looks printed to me...

This is absolutely not a printed pattern. I have examined these pics very closely, and enlarged them substantially. Looking at the light patterns, shadows and highlights.

Definitely not printed.

[cavedwellar]

If not printed, how did they get the texture on there?

[Jango Wes]

Originally Posted by FirstAvenger

This is absolutely not a printed pattern. I have examined these pics very closely, and enlarged them substantially. Looking at the light patterns, shadows and highlights.

Definitely not printed.

I think it's printed on a matte fabric, that's how it's shiny and looks like texture.

We just have to agree to disagree.

Wes

[FirstAvenger]

Originally Posted by cavedwellar

If not printed, how did they get the texture on there?

Fabric with textures are extremely common, I looked at several this afternoon looking for a match and found several that appear very close, but possibly not close enough for my level of nit picking.

[Mr.Spider]

new promo shot just released... not the highest quality yet, but it does gives us a look a the knee section of the pants.

[dbalschi]

Anybody else notice that Cap has his ears showing in the above pic?

[IronWarrior777]

Yes, I think the ears showing is a concept art part, and the ears covered are the actual movie.

[Ham]

I like how Sammy has the classic SHIELD uniform in that pic. Hope he does in the movie too.

[Chris Fields]

Originally Posted by GBrittelleJr

In what way do you need help? Maybe we could help each other?

Sorry, I missed this... I don't have a sewing machine.. yet... and I have not way to make the base suit.. yet.. I can do the gloves, boots, metal accents, and I'll probably get one of maulfett's hoods, but the base body suit is what I'll be looking to comission. Thanks

[Ichigo]

I currently have the suit in the workis and will have progress pictures soon.

[Puzzlehead85]

Anyone have a link to TheRPF flickr photos of the C.A Suit? Or are they only currently available on the FB Page?

[CoachA]

I would love to do this costume but trying to find/make custom buckles that form stars on the back seems like a long shot!

[dbalschi]

Originally Posted by CoachA

I would love to do this costume but trying to find/make custom buckles that form stars on the back seems like a long shot!

What buckles?