Adventures of Buckaroo Banzai Across the 8th Dimension “Movie Poster” Costume

[The Searcher]

Going back to the belt, I decided to sort out what I knew from the images, and I was able to find another photo that lines up the info I’ll explain here:

Looking around Buckaroo’s waitstline, there is just a little bit of the buckle faintly visible. Judging from the images I already have, the buckle seems to be gold, but could just as easily be a silver brass reflecting the surroundings. Using the old image of the belt, I was able to get an rough ratio/shape for the buckle:

The reason for drawing the line for the unseen edge is due to the leather inside the buckle ending (it’s possible that it’s just the suit cutting off the view, but who knows). If that’s is the case, I just need to find out the width of the belt. In the meantime, here’s a 1.5 incher that fits the bill:

It can be purchased here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/481184217/black-genuine-leather-belt-removable

 

[The Searcher]

Just to recap:

Identified:
shirt
tie (70%)
watch
belt
shoes

Unidentified:
suit
briefcase

At first glance, it seems like most of the work is already done. However, since the suit alone is so difficult, it’s quite the opposite. That’s not to mention the briefcase and a better tie.

 

[The Searcher]

I was looking back at that belt I posted earlier and noticed that it wasn’t much of a dress belt in the vein of a suit. So while going through my collection of refernce images, I found one to be interesting:

I can’t tell if the buckle is part of the regular belt or if it’s just his holster belt buckle, but from what I can tell, the buckle is silver and square with angular edges.

 

[Mike J.]

I think that's just the buckle of the gun belt.

 

[The Searcher]

Ah. That makes sense when I look at the brighter image. In other news, I’m getting closer to finding the suit.

 

[Mike J.]

Found this promo shot - looks like no belt?

 

[The Searcher]

Here’s a suit:

Apart from the beast pocket (which hangs ridiculously low on the original, even more so than Deckard’s), this one seems to check all the boxes. The notches even angle upward towards the top of the shoulder seams! As for most of the other details I’d say anything goes, since the pockets and buttons aren’t visible on the poster.

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Found this promo shot - looks like no belt?

I don’t see a belt on this one. Very interesting! Then again, I don’t think wearing a belt with jeans has the style necessity as with the dress pants.

 

[Mike J.]

Then again, I don’t think wearing a belt with jeans has the style necessity as with the dress pants.

Ha ha – my bad!

 

[The Searcher]

It’s okay, you're good! You’ve introduced me to the “Casual Buckaroo” style I never knew I needed!

 

[The Searcher]

I forgot to say so earlier, but the suit is available here: https://www.josbank.com/signature-collection-traditional-fit-herringbone-suit-3JAE

 

[The Searcher]

After searching far and wide for a tie more accurate than the one I posted, I’ve asked Indy Magnoli about whether he’s made the tie before. Apperently, he has not, so the search continues!
P.S. I may have some info on the briefcase soon (courtesy of Mr Webber).

 

[The Searcher]

Remember those badges I was talking about in my first post? They appear exactly like the photo, but may actually be way too small: they measure around 5/8 of an inch in diameter. Does anyone think that’s the size portrayed in the poster?

 

[The Searcher]

After using some proportions and suit jackets as reference, I’ve discovered the pins are the right size. In other news, I’m running out of finds to post in this thread. Just thought I’d let y’all know.

 

[Mike J.]

Belt & buckle:

 

[The Searcher]

Belt & buckle:

Thank you so much! Now all I need is to correct my findings on this and the correct tie.

 

[funboy1013xx]

nice job Mike J!! :thumbsup

 

[Mike J.]

Thanks, guys!

I'm in the middle of trying to ID & piece together some costumes myself, so I know what it's like

Good luck!

 

[Josek Lomex]

Great work! I'm thinking about doing this costume for parzival from ready player one for an 80s dance! Following closely and will post any info I find if it's not already here.

 

[oblagon]

The real question is, are you going to wear one of these masks around?

 

[The Searcher]

The real question is, are you going to wear one of these masks around?
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The budget was not kind to those masks.