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Published: 2012-03-14 13:37:39 +0000 UTC; Views: 5697; Favourites: 74; Downloads: 120
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These are the alternative colour variations to my first serious attempt at fashion design, my leather jacket that I love already even though it doesn't exist yet
Here's the original submission in my main gallery:Normally when it comes to jackets and other "heavier" clothing I stay away from bright colours in favour of more neutral whites, greys and blacks. But I made an exception this time, the red was chosen to be the showcase one. But I think each has its own redeeming qualities, if I was loaded I'd have one of each made
Jacket design and artwork created by Matthew Attard. Please do not use, modify, redistribute or sell my work without my permission
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The white one would look awesome with some tight black leather pants and boots.
Just revisiting some of my favorites
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I got some tight black leather pants and boots
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I would like to see that. 
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These are my beloved bootsΒ Β I'll have more images of me in them and my pants later once I get them on my newly-created Instagram account.
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Awesome. Do you plan on sharing the account name here?
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SureΒ www.instagram.com/chromattix/
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Thanks though I did see it in your journal entry. Sorry. Also I sent you a note too
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Could you please design a blue one maybe?Β
*MAJORblueobsessionmuch?* ~ Shinobi Xx
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Eh, it's just what's there. I avoided blue and certain other colours since they're not really popular in leather clothing
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I read that you were looking to have this jacket design made; I ran into Logan Riese who seems to be doing such things. Looks very custom and possibly expensive... but perhaps the link is useful.
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Oh yeah, I watched him a while ago
That other place only didn't get my money because they wouldn't send me payment information 
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That's what I somehow feared :-S
So it's down to DIY work then...?
Good luck
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Very VERY nicely drawn, I was wondering if you would allow me to try to make this into a jacket form Microheros?
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Thanks for the compliments 
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Other than good exposure for your gallery, that's the only thing I see coming of it. Also this is a microhero, However if you wish I not use your design then I will respect your wishes. [link]
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I was thinking about the exposure thing for a bit. But I was hoping to maybe either get it made for real first (which I've been trying to do but there seem to be no legit takers) so I could model it for a photo, or create a character of my own wearing the same first
Ah, I must admit I went to your gallery shortly after responding anyway, should have done that first 
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According to my friends I have taste. I don't think of it as taste, I just make clothes that I like. xD
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I love these, especially the white and grey ones! If you ever find someone to make you one, definitely update here. I think they would make a killing off people who want this jacket, like me haha ^_^
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Lol, it would be awesome if I could get a production line going 
Though I'm not looking to get a production line going - I don't have the money or knowhow for that, plus I'd need to make up way more than 2 designs to start off with anyway. I really just wanted to get one for myself 
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Yeah, money's going to be an issue... But perhaps a faux leather would be cheaper? Though probably not enough so
As for it being too flashy, maybe if it had fewer silver studs more people would jump on the bandwagon with us, haha ^_- Now that I'm looking again, the white version reminds me a bit of an Assassins Creed outfit. Which is awesome.
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Nah, no faux leather for me, it's gotta be the real deal 
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Coming from a designer in Los Angeles, these are great in texture and composition; I would totally rock one!
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Cool! Glad you liked e'm
Sounds like you're in an ideal location 
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Where are you looking to have these made? USA, China, Bangladesh... How many do you want made? I'm located nearby a lot of clothing manufacturers in Downtown LA and can keep my ears and eyes peeled for you definitely. I do custom garments and have not the tools, yet, to produce a heavy duty jacket such as that.
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Most of the sites I came across were based in the USA 
I did get one made a few years ago from a company called "LeatherCult"...they're not bad and very affordable, but even though the site is based in the UK, the actual work is done in India and there were signs of cheapness and corners cut in a few areas...I didn't like the thin, flimsy leather it was made of too (I like them to look and feel a little bit stiff and sturdy, as if they really were safe to wear as motorcycle jackets 
I was hoping to just have 2 made for myself, I certainly don't have the money or knowhow to get a production line going. I wanted one of these here (red) and one of the similar vest I also made (black more likeley). I understand that a heavy duty one with thick leather that won't fall apart after a few years will cost a few hundred bucks to make, and I was ready to pay that. But anything in the four-digits is something I just can't justify buying
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Jobs that aren't mass will always be more expensive so that the manufacturer can keep their overhead costs down. My leather mentor charged 4digs for his custom cowboy boots. He makes Lemmy's from Motorhead which is pretty sweet. It was a real privilege apprenticing under him. Maybe in the future you could use him. riffraffleather.com. You could always source your own leather and bring it to the contractor, or get some upcycled. Try Sav-mor in LA, they have a ginormous selection of leather. Or even look up talented design students that are willing to work with you more for the experience and not so much the pay.
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Makes sense. I suppose anything that isn't mass-produced costs more. I may have to swallow my pride and pay a little more than I hoped. May be easier since I'm working now. But my main concern is if the jacket ever gets stolen. I'd never rest easy again knowing that I paid $1000 for a jacket and someone jealous of it pinched it
Anyway I contacted the guy on that riffraff leather site 
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Hah, I'd love to wear the white one... it reminds me of a "biker" kind of style. The black one is my second choice, but I already own a black jacket. :]
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It was indeed intended to have a biker style look to it. I think biker jackets are the coolest (and sexiest) thing a guy can wear 
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That would probably be the most versatile, you could wear it with anything, that's the beauty in black
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yeah but sometimes it can look tacky if you use the wrong materials, like those polyester pants that make fat
people look even fatter.
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Sweetness! I would go for a blue versions of one of these.
-WHM
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I tried blue for a bit, seemed kinda like something you'd see on a cartoon character or something
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Blue, Black and Silver works for me!
-WHM
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are you gonna have them made? I'm sure there is a leather smith who could make them for you if you wanted
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I want to have them made, I've contacted my top-priority maker that I found online, they seem to be the most legit, but I have tried but failed with them before, each failed attempt makes my possibility of getting it made by someone who really knows what they're doing lower
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I know of a group that does leather work that could help you or at least point you in the right direction. I'll PM them to you
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Awesome! since I have already run out of options. Only three places online seemed legit enough, I contacted all three but the only one that bothered replying back basically wants me to sell one of my hearts to pay for it
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that's pretty much standard but i'm not sure if you'd want to pay for shipping as these people are here in the US.
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The only company that answered me back was that expensive one, and they said it would cost between $90 to $150 for shipping alone
I guess how much I'm willing to pay for shipping depends on the cost of the jacket. I have a set price maximum I'm willing to spend, and if the jacket + shipping both fit within it then it'll be worth it
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Heh, I like the black one, looks like something Ghost Rider would wear, all you need to do now is design a crazy flaming motorbike, or... a flaming guitar!
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Lol, a flaming guitar would be cool, seeing how the motorbike idea has already been taken
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It would certainly look cool
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Greetings Matthew,
Well this is most certainly very diverse from your other art. Although the "Indiana Jones" style is more to my personal taste, these are indeed unique designs and would be a sight to see in reality. Your attention to style, function and detail is most execeptional. You have assuredly demonstated your multifaceted artistic talent and I commend you on your obvious fashion design skills. If you should find a gifted leather artisan to accept the challenge be prepared for an outrageously high fee . . . Perhaps body and soul . . .
My best,
Michael C. Turner
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Thankyou 
Many people say you need to take a course in fashion design, I guess there's a lot of extra fundamentals I would need to learn that I have no idea exist now, but for a first serious attempt by a non-college student, I don't think this is too bad a start
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