I am beginning my Royal Guard build, and I've some problems selecting the correct fabric. The CRL on the 501st specifies for velvet... but the velvet I've found seems nothing like the movies. And I've found there are several type of velvet.
Now I know the correct velvet is 100% cotton velvet or 20oz. Cotton velour. But I have not been to find it here in Mexico.
So if some one could help me out to choose between what I've found I will be very thankful.
I've found 2 types of velvet. Which are actually velveteen.
"Crystal velvet" which is polyester, really shiny, really soft, "slightly furry" , plus they look quite dark, Unless it is under direct sunlight.
You can see in this picture how dark it can look, depending on lighting.
Here is a zoom of the pile length. Quite furry and smooth
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Or "synthetic velvet" which is more matte looking, but it very very "short haired", and thus has a feel kinda like suede or micro fiber. But it is very very light and polyester back lining which is kind of plasticky, I'm afraid it does not drop or drape properly as it may be to light.
Here is a zoom of the pile length. Very short and light, but dense.
Here's a comparison of the two next to each other, sheen, pile, and nap...
So which should I use? The crystal one or the synthetic one ... Considering I am looking for 501st approval.
Apparently Fabric stores don't have the correct type , and I think I should be looking into Upholstery shops.
