What do you look for in bjd clothing?

Overall, as long as the clothes fit and match the dolls personality, I'm generally not that picky. But as far as buying clothes from the companies, I guess I would prefer to buy clothes that are of good quality. I don't want to spend money on an outfit that might possibly fall apart on me after maybe one month of use.

 

Does fit matter more than style? vice versa?

I won't even consider clothes for my dolls if the style isn't more or less working for their characters. Fit is also extremely important because an outfit that doesn't fit properly, even if the style suits them, will just look bad. Or in some cases, I wouldn't even be able to put the outfit onto the intended doll. That said, I have some dolls who can share clothes, so fit can also work on in one's favour.

Do you have lower/same/higher expectations for craftmanship of doll clothing compared to human clothing?

Hm. There's expectations, and then there's what I'll actually buy. Sometimes I see handmade doll clothing that isn't really up to commercial standards for humans, but since there are lots of people (including myself) who are just learning to sew for this hobby, that's only to be expected. I generally won't buy something if I think I could sew it myself.

Do you prefer very unique pieces vs. casual pieces or vice versa?

Oh, I definitely prefer more unique pieces. To be sure, casual pieces are more versatile, but I love having an element of fantasy in dolls clothes.

Would you buy an intricate piece of bjd clothing even if it is difficult/confusing to put on the doll?

I already have, and would do again.

Do you prefer clothing that is easy to put on and easy to care for?

Yes, absolutely, because I am naturally lazy. However, complicated, glamorous outfits usually seduce me, so most of my dolls' clothes need to be carefully stored, carefully handled, and take a long time to put on.

How much does price matter?

Tremendously. As much as I like spiffy doll outfits, I'm always on a budget.

 

I'm a bit of a snob when it comes to clothes. .___.
If it costs less than 20$ I don't buy it.

 

I do not like clothes that look like dolls clothes. I am looking for something elegant or hip and it must fit perfectly

 

The style is important. Whether it suits my doll. But sometimes I get carried away and buy clothes that doesn't suit her.

 

Something that buttons at the back! I hate pulling things over their faces.

I think it to be well made and cheap, even if I had to wait a long time for it. I like casual styles best. It's quiet hard to find stuff like that that fits the bill.

 

Does fit matter more than style? vice versa?
Both matter more or less the same. The style will "have" to fit my dolls, otherwise I won't even consider buying it now, fit is also quite important. A friend sent my slim mini a very nice outfit this summer but the clothes were too baggy and big for him so I had to give them up to his brother who is your regular slightly blockier msd size. I have less trouble with my Dollfie Dream girl as SD girl clothes fit her fine, they're just a little loose on her waist, nothing unfixable if one's creative though.

Do you have lower/same/higher expectations for craftmanship of doll clothing compared to human clothing?
I usually buy outfits that are of quite high quality and my favorite companies are (sadly) quite pricey because of this. Angell Studio and Dollheart to name a couple for example. They're pieces are highly complex and full of amazing little details.

Do you prefer very unique pieces vs. casual pieces or vice versa?
Depends on the doll since each of them dresses uniquely, but I value a unique combination when I can get my hands on one over an overly casual, simple outfit.

Would you buy an intricate piece of bjd clothing even if it is difficult/confusing to put on the doll?
Yes. Dressing dolls doesn't frustrate me, so~

Do you prefer clothing that is easy to put on and easy to care for?
I don't really mind it; it's always a welcome bonus not to have to struggle but I won't shun a piece for being overly complicated either.

How much does price matter?
It matters a lot, but I believe those really intricate outfits hod their worth.

 

I "look for" the styles I want, but since I nearly never find them, I make them myself. *shrug* That's what I get for being picky.

 

i have yet to buy clothes for my dolls ( meaning the one currently home and the ones coming from soom) so if i had to buy a piece of clothing it would be something that i couldn't make myself, was not too pricey and had some quality

 

CHEAP PRICE TAG.

Nuff said.

 

Not-so expensive clothes but with great details = instant buy!

 

I like to make my own one of a kind outfits so that way what my gang is wearing isn't what everybody else is wearing. I do prefer for them too look age appropriate too, a toddler to look like a toddler and adult to like an adult etc...

 

I look for the style but the quatity should be good too and of cos the price must be reasonable

 

Does fit matter more than style? vice versa?
Fit matters a LOT. I saw a suit that was cheap (a LOT cheaper than what they offer at Freedom Tellers) but there were bits and pieces that kind of bulged out, like the suit was too small for the doll or something and that completely put me off. I mean I would willingly pay a little extra because in the end..the doll is going to be a model so his clothes had better look good when he goes under the camera. My clothing doesn't cost as much as theirs but then I'm not the model here.
Do you have lower/same/higher expectations for craftmanship of doll clothing compared to human clothing?
If I'm going to pay that much...then the details had all better be there; pockets, lining, seams, buttons that match in size. The whole shebang.
Do you prefer very unique pieces vs. casual pieces or vice versa?
I find that casual pieces can be mixed and matched and is easy on the eye while unique pieces get tiring after a while.
Would you buy an intricate piece of bjd clothing even if it is difficult/confusing to put on the doll?
Yes. They did on the site...then I'm sure I can do it too.
How much does price matter?
Depends really. If its cheap...I expect flaws. If its pricey...it better be detailed and last forever (not withstanding human clumsiness of course).

 

***Style matters more than fit for me.

***I expect same level of craftsmanship for doll and human clothes alike. Depending on pricing and brand names.

***I used to prefer casual clothes but lately, I'm planning to rebuild my BJD wardrobe to be more focused on European and Asian 18th-19th Century pieces.

***Outfits from historical periods may be difficult to put on as the parts may be confusing, that is alright with me although I prefer outfits that are easy to wear, easy to clean and store. I send some of my BJD man's clothing for dry cleaning and ironing.

***If the outfit requires removal of hands and/or head to wear, I won't have it. I hope sellers clearly state these requirements. I feel silly having to take off a doll's head to put on a shirt or vest. It's troublesome.

***Recently, I've seen OOAK BJD dress sets (for SD girls) sell easily for $300-400 per set. I think this price range is too high for me. The highest I've paid for an outfit was $260. I paid this amount in 2008 for Version1 2004 Isao Nanjou's full set original outfit with boots (excluding original wig), price includes DHL shipping from Malaysia to Canada and Canadian customs tax.

I'm responding to this discussion because my doll acquisition phase has ended and I am planning to rebuild my BJD wardrobe, reorganizing my dolls, clothes and wig wardrobe. It's a drastic makeover to transform a modern casual boys' wardrobe into a 18th-19th Century wardrobe. I'm starting to realize it's hard to collect certain types of historical clothing in the styles that I want and the cost could be prohibitive. The issues brought up in this discussion is of great interest to me.

 

Does fit matter more than style? vice versa?
Fit, fit and fit. Style is always compromised and cheapened by poor fit. My dolls are displayed works of art, so poor fit would be like hanging a picture crookedly on the wall.

Do you have lower/same/higher expectations for craftmanship of doll clothing compared to human clothing?
Same, same and same. Some human clothes look shoddy and I don't buy those either. I'm big on craftmanship.

Do you prefer very unique pieces vs. casual pieces or vice versa?
It depends on the doll and what I have in mind. I have seen some gorgeous unique pieces. I love them but can't imagine my doll wearing them. I like my dolls in tailored clothing, and basics that can be mixed and matched. I'd commission all my pieces so they would be unique if I could find a tailor who specialized in making what I was looking for.

Would you buy an intricate piece of bjd clothing even if it is difficult/confusing to put on the doll?
I find that I have stayed away from buying clothing that looks confusing to put on. I'd choose a well tailored suit over an intricate avant-garde piece for my dolls, mostly because all of my characters are just regular dudes.

Do you prefer clothing that is easy to put on and easy to care for?
Hum...well not at the sacrifice of accuracy. Basically if I want my doll clothing to be exact miniatures of human clothing. My boys suits are wool and lined and I'd probably dry clean them. But I'd never buy clothing with velcro. I'd prefer that I have to take my dolls head off to get a top on verse having a snap or velcro closure up the back.

How much does price matter?
Well, I'm looking for price appropriate for quality and detail. The better the fabric quality, accuracy to detail, tailoring and fit - the more I am willing to pay.

 

Thanks for waking me up on this issue. The problem is, I'm looking for historical clothing, some of which are hard to find in the size I want. So, I was thinking of sacrificing the fit for style. They're all not cheap. May be, I had better not sacrifice fit for style, instead wait for the right sized clothes to show up! The good thing is, some historical clothes are not the tight fitting type, flexible to wear amongst different size dolls.

 

Hmmmm....yeah I want some historical pieces too but the really good-looking ones are either limited, sold out or crazily expensive.
But I recently found this seller at taobao:
http://miyawork.taobao.com/shop/view_shop.htm?spm=a1z0d.1.1000638.20.RX8nMu&shop_id=33296534
They have a large catalogue of male clothing and most of them come in all sizes (including SD17, UncleS, UncleL, EID/Idealian).
Anyways...on their "Agents" page they have this (which I find kinda cute):
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Msn：[email protected]
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I haven't bought anything from them yet coz I'm too broke (currently trying to acquire the dolls I want) so I can't give you any feedback but their good feedback comes in the thousands. So if you're desperate...go check them out.[/FONT]

 

When I go shopping for clothes or sewing them. I usually find one of the main key is versatility, so I can make different ways to use the clothing for different outfits out of it. I feel like it'll be a waste of money to buy an outfit to only to be use/worn together

 

yuan_mdx thanks for the link, I don't read Chinese. Although I am Chinese, I'm not from China. Although I can't read, I can already sense they' are also crazily expensive. I might try to contact them to look at their catalogue. Some of these historical clothes are overly decorated while others are too contemporary and plain. It's very hard to find something that is right. I have been doing some research on 19th Century men's clothing. Not being familiar with the fashion during that era makes it hard to mix and match. Knowing how to mix and match can save money. I'm still at the initial research phase and looking around. I'm already impressed many BJD companies, tailors and costume designers are historically accurate with their designs.