Narrow Posted June 12, 2017 Share Posted June 12, 2017 1 minute ago, shofmon88 said: If you have to explain what the uniform is supposed to represent, you have failed as a designer. I certainly would have missed a lot of the connections without the explanation, so what happens to the casual fan who knows nothing about Boston or their show? The casual fan doesn't care and doesn't need to know about what the small details mean. You act as if it's that detrimental. This info is just for the people who are interested in the thoughts behind the design. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DrumManTx Posted June 12, 2017 Share Posted June 12, 2017 To me it's pretty obviously puritan/late 1600s inspired but maybe that's just me. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRASSO Posted June 12, 2017 Share Posted June 12, 2017 (edited) 13 minutes ago, shofmon88 said: what happens to the casual fan who knows nothing about Boston or their show? I don't know. Nobody does. You're asking an unanwserable question at the moment. We could pose your question to any Corps. In the end, I'd imagine that all these Corps shows will live or die with audiences by how well or less well it communicates its show theme messaging to its audiences. To that extent, I suppose all these Corps duds they have on will have some effect, but I would imagine in the end, its marginal at best. If a Corps... any Corps.. show is a meh for you, does it really matter to you if the duds are a hit or a miss with you ? I don't know. It doesn't to me anyway. I hated the Bluecoats 2016 attire. hated it. Loved the show though. And for me, thats all that really mattered. Same with most Corps for me. Edited June 12, 2017 by BRASSO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wonker Posted June 12, 2017 Share Posted June 12, 2017 He did say for the next couple of seasons......looks to me like parts can be changed out under the coat/vest and with the shako overlays.....kind of similar to what Cavaliers introduced last year? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poppycock Posted June 12, 2017 Share Posted June 12, 2017 18 minutes ago, BRASSO said: I would think so. Attire that is worn is such a personal taste thing anyway. What some like in clothing, others don't.. and vice versa. It's not important how you feel but how you look. And they look marvelous. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
craiga Posted June 12, 2017 Share Posted June 12, 2017 I have a couple of points, and bear in mind that I spent most of last week in Castleton in the very uniform room where these were all fitted. First, trust me when I tell you the show is by far the most bad ### show BAC probably has ever done. Save this post, and a week from Saturday remember where you heard it. Second, you should know the kids love them...they can move, breathe and do all of their body responsibilities. Yeah, BAC has more brass and percussion body resp this year than in the last 5 combined. Thirdly, is it just me, or are there precious few drum corps even wearing shakos and plumes this year? Well, Boston is! Finally, I believe the most common comment we'll see here on ol' DCP in two weeks will be some version of, "I've haven't always been a Boston fan, but HOLY #########! 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BRASSO Posted June 12, 2017 Share Posted June 12, 2017 (edited) 28 minutes ago, GUARDLING said: Think so? Remember besides the fashionistas you will then have the critique about the visibility, integration of costuming, costume verses theme, die hard no change needed fans , comparisons to others. You may have underestimated the subjective set ..lol If some people are talking and comparing all the various Corps attire in a couple of weeks here on DCP as a big deal for them, well swell for them..... lol! Edited June 12, 2017 by BRASSO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poppycock Posted June 12, 2017 Share Posted June 12, 2017 28 minutes ago, GUARDLING said: Think so? Remember besides the fashionistas you will then have the critique about the visibility, integration of costuming, costume verses theme, die hard no change needed fans , comparisons to others. You may have underestimated the subjective set ..lol Exactly! Drummers and brass is back ground music to the talented auxiliary of performers translating the theme. You can't take the big toys home without color, pageantry and flare. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
emc2 Posted June 12, 2017 Author Share Posted June 12, 2017 11 minutes ago, craiga said: I have a couple of points, and bear in mind that I spent most of last week in Castleton in the very uniform room where these were all fitted. First, trust me when I tell you the show is by far the most bad ### show BAC probably has ever done. Save this post, and a week from Saturday remember where you heard it. Second, you should know the kids love them...they can move, breathe and do all of their body responsibilities. Yeah, BAC has more brass and percussion body resp this year than in the last 5 combined. Thirdly, is it just me, or are there precious few drum corps even wearing shakos and plumes this year? Well, Boston is! Finally, I believe the most common comment we'll see here on ol' DCP in two weeks will be some version of, "I've haven't always been a Boston fan, but HOLY #########! C and B have to agree with you. People will be impressed with this years (BAC) show. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Precious Roy Posted June 12, 2017 Share Posted June 12, 2017 38 minutes ago, shofmon88 said: ...so what happens to the casual fan who knows nothing about Boston or their show? Assuming they just watched their show, they would either declare they fully enjoyed it, or did not fully enjoy it. Based on a bunch of "stuff," a small portion of witch is probably costuming details. Or...they just read about the show in the program they just bought. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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