Jod Na Nawood | Captain Silvo Costume - Skeleton Crew

[Modery]

We already have a thread covering a range of props from Skeleton Crew, and a dedicated thread for the belt buckle exists as well. As I (and others as well, from what I know), are planning to work on the full costume for Jod Na Nawood /Captain Silvo, I thought it's a good time to start a new thread with full details on all components of each costume. I've started to compile a list of pieces that are used, and took a range of screenshots of them in use.

Important to note is that there is not just one main costume, but I would define it as at least 2, with the components used over the 8 episodes as follows (skipping episode 2 as he only appears very briefly towards the end in his "prisoner attire"):

I would define the two costumes as Captain Silvo (as mainly seen in episodes 7+8, partially also episode 1; there are some differences in episode 1 with additional items worn (ammo bandolier)) and Jod Na Nawood (basically what we see from episode 3 to episode 6).

What they have in common are:

1. Blue Shirt
2. Pants
3. Boots with gaiters
4. Belt with silver decorative buckle
5. Belt with blaster holster
6. Gloves

Differences are the 2 separate coats worn (Jod Na Nawood coat in burgundy, Captain Silvo coat in earthy brown), as well as the helmet and the scarf (Silvo only).

I'll start posting my analysis of the individual items as separate comments below. Not all are complete yet, will add them in the next few days. Hopefully this will be useful for others, and of course I also hope to receive some useful feedback on anything else written here (corrections, clarifications, additions, etc.).

 

[Modery]

The Shirt

Fabric and Texture:
The fabric appears to be lightweight with a subtle sheen, possibly silk, satin, or a fine synthetic blend with a smooth finish.
The texture looks soft and flowy, ideal for a garment with a slightly loose fit.

Color:
The shirt is in a muted, solid shade of light blue. Overall, it looks worn with no visible stains but clear discolouring

Fit and Cut:
The shirt has a loose, relaxed fit, giving it a casual yet tailored appearance.
The hem appears to fall at the hip, with enough length to be tucked into pants if desired.

Neckline:
A low V-shaped neckline with no visible buttons or collar, giving it a minimalist, rustic look.
The neckline edge seems to be cleanly finished without added embellishments.

Sleeves:
The sleeves are full-length and slightly loose-fitting.
They end with cuffs that are open with a cut but without any visible holes for buttons/cufflinks. They are tightened around
the wrist to give the sleeves a more puffy look
Other Details:
There are no visible pockets or additional decorative stitching.

The shirt has generally a baggy look, but still looks well-fitted for the wearer.
On the shoulders, the fabric from the back is not just stitched together with the front, but overlays it slightly

Seam Design
The shoulder seam runs slightly off the natural shoulder line, giving the shirt a slightly oversized or draped fit.
The seam is clean and unobtrusive, without decorative stitching or additional reinforcement.

Gathering and Details
Slight gathering or pleating is visible where the shoulder seam meets the sleeve. This provides extra volume and a flowing effect for the sleeves

Sleeve cuffs seem to be open (no cufflinks, buttons, etc.)

They are tightened around the wrist to give the sleeves a more puffy look

single yoke panel extends across the upper back, visible in the back view. It is an extension from the front part of the shirt (v-neck area)

Highlighted parts here to show what should be taken into consideration

As for the colour, it very much depends on the light - sometimes it has a darker shade of blue, sometimes a bit more teal. The above colour palette is from fabrics available at a local shop that I'm planning to have a look at in person at some point soon.

 

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The Belts
As mentioned there is already a very active thread for the silver buckle: Skeleton Crew Jod Buckle

There are 2 main belts worn, the one with the silver buckle as well as the one with the pistol holster. Both look very similar, with the top belt (silver buckle) a few shades darker than the one below.

Both seem to use the same kind of actual roller buckle

As for the belt height, it was estimated around 1.75inch, but there is no 100% certainy on this.

Both belts are worn with the roller buckle towards the right side of the hip. The top belt has the silver decorative buckle centered on top, the bottom belt has a well-fit brown holster for the pistol towards the left side.

 

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The Scarf
In episodes 1 (barely seen) and 7 (much more prominently) Captain Silvo wears a scarf while he is wearing the helmet. Colours are reddish-brown with some black (or very dark brown), there seems to be some kind of pattern (lines). Fabric might be cotton.
Images are brightened a bit to show the scarf more clearly

I haven't found any matching scarf so far with this matching colour pattern. There are some with a reddish-brown colour that look similar but not quite the same.

 

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The Gloves
the.rebel.agent has already identified the gloves as Cortech Heckler gloves (STAR WARS - Skeleton Crew props & costume)

Sadly they seem to be no longer available anywhere, couldn't find them on ebay/amazon/etsy/other sites, even none on any smaller motorcycle clothing seller sites. However, I managed to find a company that manufactures apparal, among them motorbike gloves, and placed an order for a couple of pieces. Hopefully this works out well, I should know in 2-3 weeks

 

[greenmachines]

The Gloves
the.rebel.agent has already identified the gloves as Cortech Heckler gloves (STAR WARS - Skeleton Crew props & costume)
View attachment 1900896

Sadly they seem to be no longer available anywhere, couldn't find them on ebay/amazon/etsy/other sites, even none on any smaller motorcycle clothing seller sites. However, I managed to find a company that manufactures apparal, among them motorbike gloves, and placed an order for a couple of pieces. Hopefully this works out well, I should know in 2-3 weeks

Put me on the spares list if you sell any.

 

[greenmachines]

The Shirt

Fabric and Texture:
The fabric appears to be lightweight with a subtle sheen, possibly silk, satin, or a fine synthetic blend with a smooth finish.
The texture looks soft and flowy, ideal for a garment with a slightly loose fit.

Color:
The shirt is in a muted, solid shade of light blue. Overall, it looks worn with no visible stains but clear discolouring

Fit and Cut:
The shirt has a loose, relaxed fit, giving it a casual yet tailored appearance.
The hem appears to fall at the hip, with enough length to be tucked into pants if desired.

Neckline:
A low V-shaped neckline with no visible buttons or collar, giving it a minimalist, rustic look.
The neckline edge seems to be cleanly finished without added embellishments.

Sleeves:
The sleeves are full-length and slightly loose-fitting.
They end with cuffs that are open with a cut but without any visible holes for buttons/cufflinks. They are tightened around
the wrist to give the sleeves a more puffy look
Other Details:
There are no visible pockets or additional decorative stitching.


View attachment 1900882
The shirt has generally a baggy look, but still looks well-fitted for the wearer.
On the shoulders, the fabric from the back is not just stitched together with the front, but overlays it slightly


View attachment 1900883
Seam Design
The shoulder seam runs slightly off the natural shoulder line, giving the shirt a slightly oversized or draped fit.
The seam is clean and unobtrusive, without decorative stitching or additional reinforcement.

Gathering and Details
Slight gathering or pleating is visible where the shoulder seam meets the sleeve. This provides extra volume and a flowing effect for the sleeves


View attachment 1900884
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Sleeve cuffs seem to be open (no cufflinks, buttons, etc.)

They are tightened around the wrist to give the sleeves a more puffy look


View attachment 1900886
single yoke panel extends across the upper back, visible in the back view. It is an extension from the front part of the shirt (v-neck area)


View attachment 1900887
Highlighted parts here to show what should be taken into consideration


View attachment 1900888

As for the colour, it very much depends on the light - sometimes it has a darker shade of blue, sometimes a bit more teal. The above colour palette is from fabrics available at a local shop that I'm planning to have a look at in person at some point soon.

I was recently looking at doing the Mel Gibson "Patriot" and the shirt was exceptionally similar. Hopefully there is a pattern available.

 

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The Helmet
The helmet appears in episode 1 and episode 7. We get a couple of good views at it, main issue here (albeit not a big one) is that the scenes are usually relatively dark. This makes it tricky to determine the actual colours used for the helmet parts

Here is a screenshot from episode 1, a bit brighter so that it can be better seen overall:

There are mainly four different colours/"metals" in use:

1. The top of the helmet has a light gunmetal effect with a bit of shine. Sometimes looks like it has a bit of a bronze colour as well?
2. the accents at the top seem a bit like "blackend silver", maybe dark gunmetal? It is not as matte as the base, but also not as shiny as the faceplate.
3. The base of the helmet has got a very dark colour. Not quite black, but close to it with a matte tone.
4. Warm Bronze/Gold on the faceplate, it is quite shiny overall

Smaller details on the base of the helmet are using silver / light coloured metal:

The helmet is already available as 3D model from 2 different vendors, though they were all published based on information from episode 1.
The one's I have access to (Patreon subscriber for both) look as follows (not sure if mentioning names is allowed?)

There are some differences between the two of them, and I don't know which one is more accurate overall

 

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The Pants
The pants are mainly made out of a brown material, probably a sturdy cotton or canvas‐type fabric. There is a light orange stripe going down at the sides (from all the way at the top, likely to the bottom), and there are some relatively big pockets at each side (facing slightly forward). The pants have no visible button, likely fastened with a hook, and no zippers are visible. At the bag of the pants is a visible back yoke

 

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The Belts
As mentioned there is already a very active thread for the silver buckle: Skeleton Crew Jod Buckle

There are 2 main belts worn, the one with the silver buckle as well as the one with the pistol holster. Both look very similar, with the top belt (silver buckle) a few shades darker than the one below.

Both belts seem to use 2 belt loops. One close to the belt buckle, one at the side near the hip

 

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The Pants
The pants are mainly made out of a brown material, probably a sturdy cotton or canvas‐type fabric. There is a light orange stripe going down at the sides (from all the way at the top, likely to the bottom), and there are some relatively big pockets at each side (facing slightly forward).

Was trying to determine if the beige/orange stripe is coloured or actual fabric. Episode 3 shows it's another layer on top of the pants

 

[smithjohnj]

Just from a historical perspective, this style of pants would be called Calvary pants, Those were made from gaberdine which is a worsted wool twill. That is a warm fabric to wear for pants during most months these days. Gaberdine is still a popular fabric for outerwear and military uniforms. There is also a more durable fabric specially called Calvary Twill. It is a heavy duly, very durable, double worsted wool fabric which is meant to stand up to horse-riding. A cotton twill would provide the same historical look. The leg strips again were historically wool broadcloth. And cotton broadcloth could be a reasonable substitution. The stripe is sewn over the outside leg seam and goes from waistband to above the traditional slit at the bottom cuff. The slit was necessary to fit over the boots the horsemen wore. Pirates' with high top boots may require the same slit.

The style of shirt (less the shoulder seams which are a style element of their own) might be called men's peasant shirt. The characteristics are having wider shoulder length than normal so the shoulder/sleeve seam falls down the arm as opposed to stopping at the top of the shoulder. Giving it a "baggy" appearance without making the chest overly large. The sleeves are also cut wider along their full length - shoulder to cuff. This requires the gathering at both the armscye and the cuff and makes the sleeves "blouse" or "puff". The cuff is still a simple "barrel cuff" but instead of using a rectangular pattern, the top of the cuff is much wider than the bottom's edge. The top edges overlap (with the front edge overlaying the back edge - note that means they are mirrored - not the same) when attached to the sleeve. Also it will be much easier to sew the full sleeve seam BEFORE attaching the cuff.

With regard to the scarf, I cannot see a pattern in the fabric from the images. Is it something you can describe? Perhaps it will give me some clue where I may be able to assist. In the images provided, I do detect what I would describe as color shifts. This is best seen in a fabric which is woven with two different colors of weft threads one right after the other. Silk Dupioni is a great example. The reflective natural of the threads can provide almost an iridescent look so the fabric seems to change colors depending upon the viewing angle. There are countless two color combinations red/black is a common one and that can look like the first image in your posts. It would also make a comfortable scarf. As an aside, if anyone needs help to understand how the scarf is tied, the middle of the scarf is placed at the front of the neck and the two ends thrown over the shoulders. The ends cross in the back and come over the opposite shoulder to the front. The two ends are then given a simple overhand knot which is placed below the first wrap.

 

[greenmachines]

Just from a historical perspective, this style of pants would be called Calvary pants, Those were made from gaberdine which is a worsted wool twill. That is a warm fabric to wear for pants during most months these days. Gaberdine is still a popular fabric for outerwear and military uniforms. There is also a more durable fabric specially called Calvary Twill. It is a heavy duly, very durable, double worsted wool fabric which is meant to stand up to horse-riding. A cotton twill would provide the same historical look. The leg strips again were historically wool broadcloth. And cotton broadcloth could be a reasonable substitution. The stripe is sewn over the outside leg seam and goes from waistband to above the traditional slit at the bottom cuff. The slit was necessary to fit over the boots the horsemen wore. Pirates' with high top boots may require the same slit.

The style of shirt (less the shoulder seams which are a style element of their own) might be called men's peasant shirt. The characteristics are having wider shoulder length than normal so the shoulder/sleeve seam falls down the arm as opposed to stopping at the top of the shoulder. Giving it a "baggy" appearance without making the chest overly large. The sleeves are also cut wider along their full length - shoulder to cuff. This requires the gathering at both the armscye and the cuff and makes the sleeves "blouse" or "puff". The cuff is still a simple "barrel cuff" but instead of using a rectangular pattern, the top of the cuff is much wider than the bottom's edge. The top edges overlap (with the front edge overlaying the back edge - note that means they are mirrored - not the same) when attached to the sleeve. Also it will be much easier to sew the full sleeve seam BEFORE attaching the cuff.

With regard to the scarf, I cannot see a pattern in the fabric from the images. Is it something you can describe? Perhaps it will give me some clue where I may be able to assist. In the images provided, I do detect what I would describe as color shifts. This is best seen in a fabric which is woven with two different colors of weft threads one right after the other. Silk Dupioni is a great example. The reflective natural of the threads can provide almost an iridescent look so the fabric seems to change colors depending upon the viewing angle. There are countless two color combinations red/black is a common one and that can look like the first image in your posts. It would also make a comfortable scarf. As an aside, if anyone needs help to understand how the scarf is tied, the middle of the scarf is placed at the front of the neck and the two ends thrown over the shoulders. The ends cross in the back and come over the opposite shoulder to the front. The two ends are then given a simple overhand knot which is placed below the first wrap.

I would echo the cavalry pants. I just finished a glamour pair for my Adam Ant build last spring. If we knew the true colors of these, minus digital color grading, I am sure this item may be an ebay purchase possibility. There were hundreds when I was looking for Adam's but ended up making them. Sorry, I didn't pattern.

The shirt is similar to both the Mel Gibson "The Patriot" peasant shirt and my Will Turner maroon pirate shirt. I believe we will be finding these patterns under "pirate", "highwayman", "colonial french peasant" and "Renaissance men's shirt".

I agree the scarf is likely the shade changing crepe style weave as you mentioned with a possible second chance being wave line two tone pattern. I lean hard toward the first though because there seem to be no instances where I can decipher a clear two tone pattern on the same exposed section. This lends to the possibility that it simply changes color when crumpled. Always willing to review high def pics though to see if we find any that have a clear print separation between two colors. I actually already have my temp stand in and it is this two tone crepe but with an extra pattern as well so only good at 10 feet for poses. The other possibility is it has MANY color variants like a 5 shade rainbow of similar colors that mix when twisted

 

[greenmachines]

The large back collar of this shirt lends to a sailor uniform look. Possibly, deck hand style clothing from British colonial navy.

 

[greenmachines]

So, ya, the vintage shirt called a "cracker jack" as per the famous popcorn icon but with subtle changes at the front:

 

[greenmachines]

This just popped on the props thread

Post in thread 'STAR WARS - Skeleton Crew props & costume' STAR WARS - Skeleton Crew props & costume

 

[Modery]

Just from a historical perspective, this style of pants would be called Calvary pants, Those were made from gaberdine which is a worsted wool twill. That is a warm fabric to wear for pants during most months these days. Gaberdine is still a popular fabric for outerwear and military uniforms. There is also a more durable fabric specially called Calvary Twill. It is a heavy duly, very durable, double worsted wool fabric which is meant to stand up to horse-riding. A cotton twill would provide the same historical look. The leg strips again were historically wool broadcloth. And cotton broadcloth could be a reasonable substitution. The stripe is sewn over the outside leg seam and goes from waistband to above the traditional slit at the bottom cuff. The slit was necessary to fit over the boots the horsemen wore. Pirates' with high top boots may require the same slit.

The style of shirt (less the shoulder seams which are a style element of their own) might be called men's peasant shirt. The characteristics are having wider shoulder length than normal so the shoulder/sleeve seam falls down the arm as opposed to stopping at the top of the shoulder. Giving it a "baggy" appearance without making the chest overly large. The sleeves are also cut wider along their full length - shoulder to cuff. This requires the gathering at both the armscye and the cuff and makes the sleeves "blouse" or "puff". The cuff is still a simple "barrel cuff" but instead of using a rectangular pattern, the top of the cuff is much wider than the bottom's edge. The top edges overlap (with the front edge overlaying the back edge - note that means they are mirrored - not the same) when attached to the sleeve. Also it will be much easier to sew the full sleeve seam BEFORE attaching the cuff.

With regard to the scarf, I cannot see a pattern in the fabric from the images. Is it something you can describe? Perhaps it will give me some clue where I may be able to assist. In the images provided, I do detect what I would describe as color shifts. This is best seen in a fabric which is woven with two different colors of weft threads one right after the other. Silk Dupioni is a great example. The reflective natural of the threads can provide almost an iridescent look so the fabric seems to change colors depending upon the viewing angle. There are countless two color combinations red/black is a common one and that can look like the first image in your posts. It would also make a comfortable scarf. As an aside, if anyone needs help to understand how the scarf is tied, the middle of the scarf is placed at the front of the neck and the two ends thrown over the shoulders. The ends cross in the back and come over the opposite shoulder to the front. The two ends are then given a simple overhand knot which is placed below the first wrap.

Thank you so much for those detailed comments on the pants and the shirt!

For the scarf, the more I look at it now the less I think there is an actual pattern, just 2 different colours used. Maybe a red-brown scarf as a base with some darker coloured dye in stripes/smaller patches.
As for how to tie it, I need to try it at some point (think all my scarves are in storage again, as I rarely need them). But instructions are very clear and close to how I expected it to be

 

[Modery]

Captain Silvo Coat
The first of two coats, worn at the beginning of episode 1 and during episodes 7 and 8 again.

Fabric seems to be some slightly thicker material, maybe melton wool?
Colour is an earthy brown with a slight olive tone (when light shines on it)
Style is what duster style
There are no visible buttons. On the coat where three buttons and button holes are expected, there are rectangular fabric straps covering the respective button areas.
Shoulders and cuffs have visible customisations (See below)
Size wise it seems to be one size too big for the wearer - it has a slightly loose fit but still looks matching.

3 Fabric Straps

The coat features a stand-up collar behind the 2 lapels at the front

Arms have some “leather” like attachments around the cuffs.

Top: 6 small “rings” facing sideways
Middle: 3 bigger rings with orange-brown/grey/orange-brown highlights facing sideways
Bottom: lots of smaller rings facing up-down

Square Patches are on the left and right upper arms.
Medium to dark gray base colour, 12 light-beige coloured lines from left to right

The back of the coat has a back strap at the waist area and a back bent/slit at the bottom

The shoulders have some black leather covering with some "leather panel flaps" on top.

The flaps are only sewn on to the left and right, the middle part is a bit loose:

The flaps consist of (from outside to inside) 3 panels, one panel with 6 lines (front to back) and a final panel.

 

[smithjohnj]

There is one patterned "fabric" that is repurposed several times on the coat. It is the "fabric" which you identify as "small rings". I will use the term fabric but it could be leather, etc.

This is a striped fabric made up of equal width stripes in alternating colors. Again for simplicity I say the colors are tan and brown. At the bottom of the cuff the stripes run perpendicular to the ground. Above the three wide bands, the same fabric is used, this time turned 90 degrees to run parallel to the ground, forming the rings that go around the cuff. A small rectangle of the fabric (wider than long) is used to produce the shoulder patch. Here the stripes again run parallel to the ground, and the edges of the patch have a border (embroidered? or bound?) in the same darker (brown) color. An even smaller rectangle is used on the epaulettes (fourth segment from the end) with the stripes here running front-to-back.

The front straps may just be stylistic, but I wonder if this is a "found" garment and the straps are used on one side to cover the buttonholes and then placed on the other side for "balance"? It would be difficult to make existing buttonholes disappear, but it is easy to cover them.

The "leather" yoke with attached epaulettes would also be an easy overlay on a "found" garment. I cannot tell if it is one single piece which has a thin connection right behind the neck and beneath the collar, or there are two pieces which end at the collar on either side. The fact it does not integrate with the collar but merely stops at the collar seam again makes me think it is an add-on.

Also I would make the entire cuff as subassembly, even on a custom garment. Vertical stripes, three bands on a base fabric, then horizonal stripes. This could then slip over an existing cuff, or more likely, trim several inches from the bottom of the sleeve (or the sleeve pattern) and attach the new section. Again if there were existing functional buttonholes, you have now gotten rid of them.

 

[teecrooz]

I was able to find a pair of gloves. Let me know if you need any photos.