Wear it like it's 1985....

The Super Mario Brothers games  -- Mario Cart, World, Lost levels -- are the only games that have ever tempted me to buy a gaming system. When Super Mario Brothers for the Wii became available, I  told myself that the Wii was a good investment, that I would make an effort to get in shape by playing tennis, completing yoga sessions, and jump roping. Maybe I would, but I do know that I would waste an incredible amount of time sitting on the couch and trying to  save the princess yet another time.

The Wii game has become increasing popular, and I thought it would be fun to modify some of the characters' costumes into current clothing styles. (I am aware that this is the jacket for the French version of the game, but, hey, everything's more fun when it's French!)

It is easy to translate Mario and Luigi's looks into everyday fashion, but I think Gaultier best represented a new twist on Levi's overalls this spring:


                          

                                                       How to fight crime and still look feminine.

Toad is another character whose look is easily translated into a feminine look. This dress has a oversized, blouson top made from printed silk and a white, banded pencil skirt. I excluded the vest, but one could easily be added to the outfit.

The Goomba is all about earth tones, so I created this look to mirror its shape and pallete. The blouse and shorts are both silk. The blouse has asymmetrical seam lines and wide sleeves, and the shorts are pleated, with an A-line shape. I paired the outfit with a necklace of large silver beads.

Princess Peach is always dressed in pink gowns with ruffles and layers of draped fabric, but I thought it would be fun to update this style for the modern woman.  Here is my take on the look: a layered organdy gown with a cowled neckline accented with ruffles and a low back edged with ruffles. I didn't particularly want an ombre effect of the dress, but I wanted the sketch to convey that the outer transparent layers would reveal the variety of pink-colored fabrics underneath.

Lastly, I took some liberties in creating a look that is similar to Bowser's. This is a spring jacket made with tortoiseshell fabric and hidden buttons. This bullet belt, in silver or gold, is an optional addition to the outfit. In addition to the jacket, I created a helmet-like hat, another "protective shell." The hat is decorated in patterned silver links forming a detailed design that mimics the etching used on traditional armor. 

Ridiculously Silly? Maybe. Hey, I believe someone can be inspired by just about anything.