Embrace your inner Twi'lek as we battle for our freedom against the vile Hut gangsters in a famous scene from the Star Wars movies, but with a Key West twist. [TOP SECRET] Principle riders on the float will be the three singers from Jabba's Palace Rystall Sant, Greeata Jendowanian and Lyn Me. 
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THEME and Dresscode will be "Twi'Leks", the Star Wars aliens with two tentacles coming out of their heads. Considered one of the most exotic and alluring species in the galaxy, Twi'leks come in many different colors and styles. Check out some of the suggestions below to inspire your own Twi'lek crush. 
Male Twi'leks 
HOW TO MAKE A Twi'Lek headpiece. Crew are encouraged to make their own costumes to their own taste and style, however all crew must wear a Twi'lek headpiece. If you cannot make a headpiece of your own, please contact us as soon as possible and we will make a headpiece for you. The simplest and easiest way to make a Twi'Lek headpiece is to buy a pair of leotards and stuff it with fiber-fill or some other light weight material. Put on the leotards (on your head) then put on the headband which can be fastened with a Velcro clasp or chin strap. If you want to make the headpiece extra secure, you can attach the two pieces together with Velcro or hot glue. You can buy a bag of fiber-fill at Ben Franklin's for about $9, which is enough to make several headpieces. 
Click to enlarge Girls, we suggest you wear a form-fitting body suit with colored tape or ribbon, wrapped around the arms, legs and headpiece. Guys can make whatever type of body suit they want, but we suggest you incorporate tape or ribbon wrapping of some kind. JUMP SUITS If you can't make a costume, the default uniform for the crew will be these light blue disposable overalls from www.mfasco.com for $2.50 each. Uniform, lightweight, cool, comfortable, water repellant. These make a great base to add gack and bling to. Utility belts, shoulder straps, leggings, gauntlets, patches, insignias, racing stripes, a canteen full of Jawa Juice whatever. Since these are so cheap, it's a good idea to buy more than one in case one breaks or someone shows up without a costume. www.mfasco.com 
SIZES I got a size Large. At 5'6, 130 pounds it fit perfectly. Anyone bigger than that you will probably want an X-Large or XX-Large. FACE and BODY PAINT 
The fastest and easiest way to apply face paint is to buy a couple of cans (at least 1 or 2 backups) of Party Success® colored hair spray (Kmart $2.99) and spray it on just before the parade begins. Colored hair spray is hypoallergenic and washes off with soap and water. You can also apply liquid body paint with a damp cloth or sponge, but aerosol delivers a much smoother and more even finish and only takes about 3 seconds to apply.
BEADS 
The primary color scheme for the float will be metallic orange. If you'd like to donate beads to the float we strongly urge you to buy the metallic orange 36" 10mm available from www.beadsbythedozen.com or other retailer. We will be supplying the first 4 cases of these which are intended mainly for the 3 singers on the float and as a starter supply for the walkers.
These are premium quality beads that just feel great in your hand and should be rationed responsibly. You will want to save a nice little clutch for yourself as a souvenir too. http://www.beadsbythedozen.com/p-2746-36-10mm-round-metallic-orange.aspx 13.5 cents per bead. www.emardigrasbeads.com/33in-10mm-round-metallic-orange-beads-ef960.aspx 13.3 cents per bead www.mardigrasoutlet.com/catalog/2085.html 13.3 cents per bead If you want to get more beads for your buck, the 33" 7mm are only 4 cents per bead, but again are kind of skimpy. REHERSAL Practice your Twi'Lek Battle Call. 
When Twi'Leks are about to enter into battle they summon other Twi'Leks to their side with their universally renowned Battle Cry which some say has been known to shatter glass, blind adversaries and even cause spontaneous bolts of lightning. The Twi'Lek battle cry sounds similar to the Sponge Bob Jelly Fishing call, only more frightening. In the heat of battle against the vile Hut gangsters, if you hear the call, respond accordingly to let others know you are a proud fierce Twi'lek. MUSIC for the float will be "Lapti Nek" and "Jedi Rocks". If you'd like, you can also practice lip-syncing to these tunes, especially the 3 singers on the float. A modest donation of $25 is appreciated but not required, however all crew must comply with the mandatory dress code (Twi'Lek headpiece). We are also grateful for any donations in the form of building supplies and materials, beads, drinks, throws, bottled water, every little bit helps. Want to earn extra Minion points? Download and distribute as many recruit posters as you want. We would like to play host to a plethora of Twi'Leks. The more the merrier. Give to friends, post at your favorite retailer's, bar, work place, bathroom stalls, or hand out to complete strangers on a subway. :-) Twileks_RESIST_8.5x11.jpg Twileks_UNITE_11x17.jpg Twileks_UNITE_8.5x11.jpg About Twi'leks Twi'Leks are considered to be the "sexy" exotic alluring species of the Star Wars universe and are known for their talents as "companions" dancers, musicians and entertainers. Some are fierce warriors, the most famous being light saber wielding "Aayla Secura" , Jedi Master and defender of the Republic. 
Twi'leks are also highly coveted by the vile Hut Gangsters who are known to kidnap and enslave Twi'leks for their own fiendish desires. Twi'leks are noted for their tentacle like appendages which are used for communication and sensory input. It is said they can convey complex emotion and communication with just the slightest change in attitude and posture. This is why many Twi'leks are fitted with restraining caps that cover their "ears", to prevent them from sharing escape plans with other Twi'leks. We predict Jabba and the Twi'leks to be an easy, fun, colorful and somewhat "sexy" costume for the Parade and we wish you a safe and enjoyable Fantasy Fest 2015. Twi'leks unite! |
