On New Gyr Gyra culture is in the process of being revived by descendants and refugees that have settled there. New Gyr fashion was born out of Gyra efforts to replicate old forms of craftsmanship as well as new influences particularly from Dor Len Sono which has seen the most immigration to New Gyr aside from Gyra. Traditional Gyra fashion was varied across the small island communities that comprised the planet but due to many records of it being lost a more generalized fashion, made up of common elements from many of these cultures, has become emblematic of New Gyr.
Color Scheme:
Color Scheme:
- Deep green
- Olive
- White
- Brown
- Rust
New Gyra fashion used naturally woven and dyed materials, using many processes borrowed from Dor Len Sono. Various tones of green, brown, and cream are the most common. Clothing is generally loose fitting and highwaisted. It focuses on mobility and breathability which were both historically necessary when manning a ship in the hot sun. Clothing often wraps or ties around the body. Leather coats and accessories are common as they can be treated to hold up in the constant seaspray. Skirts were not a traditional part of Gyra fashion as they were often impractical while sailing, but due to the cultural trade with Dor Len Sono skirts and dresses are slowly being incorporated into Gyra fashion.
Accessorizing is incredibly important in fashion on New Gyr. Knot-work is one of the traditional crafts that has survived best since Gyr’s destruction since it requires no specialized tools or materials and could be taught easily on spacecrafts or on new planets. Knot-work jewelry and accessories are a symbol of Gyra pride and cultural renewal. Knot-work can be used to show affiliation with certain islands, connection to tradition, and can be used to create personal luck charms. Different colored rope, leather cord, and beads are used to create accessories with different associations and meanings. They often incorporate shells, pearls, coral, and small jars of soil from other regions they have lived in.
Accessorizing is incredibly important in fashion on New Gyr. Knot-work is one of the traditional crafts that has survived best since Gyr’s destruction since it requires no specialized tools or materials and could be taught easily on spacecrafts or on new planets. Knot-work jewelry and accessories are a symbol of Gyra pride and cultural renewal. Knot-work can be used to show affiliation with certain islands, connection to tradition, and can be used to create personal luck charms. Different colored rope, leather cord, and beads are used to create accessories with different associations and meanings. They often incorporate shells, pearls, coral, and small jars of soil from other regions they have lived in.
Clothes that are made from a middleweight natural fiber fabric are ideal. They can gather when you want them too, but aren’t particularly flowy. Look for clothes that close by ties rather than buttons. High waisted loose pants are ideal, but look towards capris over harem pants. Leather belts and pouches are a nice addition, as well as a leather overcoat for when it’s colder.
Knotwork is the most important inspiration for Gyra fashion! Look for clothes that have fabric that twists or overlaps other parts of the garment. You can also create a shirt or overlay for a shirt by knotting a fabric scarf around your body.
A simple base costume can work really well for New Gyra clothing. Especially if you’re on a tight budget, focus on having a few accessories that involve knot-work or small glass bottles. Making your own knot-work pieces is very affordable but can be time consuming. Making one complex knot out of a larger rope is also a great costuming piece. You can look up macrame guides or find some tutorials on how to make your own jewelry here: https://www.pinterest.com/sadiabies/gyra-accessories-how-to/
Find inspiration for your base costume on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/sadiabies/new-gyr/
Find inspiration for accessories on Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/sadiabies/new-gyr-accessories/
Shop for costume pieces on Polyvore: www.polyvore.com/new_gyr/collection?id=7449212
See how Gyra Fashion has evolved. See our Gyra refugee fashion post here: eventhorizonlarp.tumblr.com/post/157286532499/gyra-fashion
Knotwork is the most important inspiration for Gyra fashion! Look for clothes that have fabric that twists or overlaps other parts of the garment. You can also create a shirt or overlay for a shirt by knotting a fabric scarf around your body.
A simple base costume can work really well for New Gyra clothing. Especially if you’re on a tight budget, focus on having a few accessories that involve knot-work or small glass bottles. Making your own knot-work pieces is very affordable but can be time consuming. Making one complex knot out of a larger rope is also a great costuming piece. You can look up macrame guides or find some tutorials on how to make your own jewelry here: https://www.pinterest.com/sadiabies/gyra-accessories-how-to/
Find inspiration for your base costume on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/sadiabies/new-gyr/
Find inspiration for accessories on Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/sadiabies/new-gyr-accessories/
Shop for costume pieces on Polyvore: www.polyvore.com/new_gyr/collection?id=7449212
See how Gyra Fashion has evolved. See our Gyra refugee fashion post here: eventhorizonlarp.tumblr.com/post/157286532499/gyra-fashion