Equip It! The Geeky ‘Star Wars’ Dress You Need

With all the booming new stores on this little thing called the internet, it can be difficult to sort through all the possibilities for purchase. So let Geekscape be your guide. In the traditions of old, we’ll help you figure out what to take to make it a little less dangerous.

So, ladies first! Etsy hosts a barrage of personal sellers, including repurposefulPUNK, a store that turned over-sized retro t-shirts into glam geek dresses and dolman style shirts. Shorts, Stormtroopers, and Tardises were also on display. Currently, the store is on hiatus, but if you head over to the link then you might be able to grab the very last of the original listings, or contact the owner for a possible custom order.

Shipping is speedy (though keep in mind the hiatus now!) and friendly, and there was even a little extra surprise when I ordered; everything you could ever want out of an online shopping experience. When she was in full business, Carmen was loose and easy with the discounts and sales codes: a true giver.

My suggestion? This vintage Star Wars dress, fashioned out of an old t-shirt and fitted with comfortable bands at the sleeves and hem. Owning one myself, I can verify that the production is top-quality and the dress sinfully comfortable to wear; the material hugs but is slightly stretchy, so I never felt like I was about to flash anyone, but it also doesn’t bag too much in the flattering areas.

When I wore it, I got photographed and highlighted in a “geek chic” article during Star Wars Celebration in Florida. I do find I have a slight problem keeping the sleeves to stay up on my shoulders all the time, but that could depend on how you wear it. Be advised, the neckline is pretty wide.

The best part about Carmen’s clothes, however, is the recycle value. With her “refurbed, reconstructed, recycled & redesigned clothing”, old articles that might have gone to waste get new chic life. It’s worth it to support that, as much as know you’re gonna look good geek-style.

So, go be one of the last ones on the block to own a repurposefulPUNK dress or shirt and stay safe out there, space explorers!