Costumes, Shoes and Vivi-Ann, Oh My!

[Vivi-Ann]

I just checked into the forum today and sent you a private mail msg through the Clown Forum. cheers!

[Wowza]

So Bubbles and I have become Ebay addicts. Is there a twelve-step program for Ebay? Bidders Anonymous or something?

In any event, Wowza has new duds. I'll be sure to post some pics as soon as I get it and am in clown.

I'd love to hear your feedback. I'm thinking of adding yellow or green suspenders and a collar/bib. I also need to figure out a hat. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.

[saphireSue]

cute. are those baseballs, what about a tiny ball cap. Knight's statium here uses the mini plastic caps for ice cream [dip n dots].

[Smacky]

Any update on this thread?

[Sassy Frass]

Originally Posted by saphireSue

Tony's great, LaLa too.

These are the same folks who put on the Fellowship of Christian Clowns Convention here in Indy (This Month)!
Great People!

[Sassy Frass]

Originally Posted by Wowza

Bubbles bid on and won a costume off Ebay.

I'll be sure to post a pic as soon as she gets it and we're in clown.

Now I've got to find one!

Clown jealousy is not a pretty thing.

Wowza

As I can Attest By Looking At Bubbles And Woza's New Duds!!!!!!!!!

[Sassy Frass]

Originally Posted by Wowza

Bubbles bid on and won a costume off Ebay.

I'll be sure to post a pic as soon as she gets it and we're in clown.

Now I've got to find one!

Clown jealousy is not a pretty thing.

Wowza

What area in ebay did you find these wonderful costumes????

[Wowza]

I've taken to searching for Professional Clown in Ebay.

Clownmart shoes will come up most, but there are a few dedicated clown costume makers who place their wares on Ebay as well. My costume came from Sonhotropical and Bubbles' came from Costumes by Faye.

Wowza

[Sassy Frass]

I was so excited to LOOK I went to ebay and fell in love with a pretty little thing from Suntropical!!!!
I have not found costumes by Faye YET
Thanks Wowza!

[SparkyDMFD]

The problem for most lies in the cost of true clown shoes, however any working clown on this forum will probably back up this statement, "Your clown shoes are the most valuable part of your cosume." You will get what you pay for as the saying goes.

Most clowns are on their feet often LONG hours ....usually on concrete. If you do parades, you'll wish you had good shoes.

I have 4 pair....from different makers and there IS a difference. Based on my personal experiences I will share:

Clown-so-port - beautiful in looks but will break-down fast. Not a very supporting shoe (Welcome to Clown-So-Port Custom Made Shoes with all Leather)

Spears Shoes - In my opinion the best made pair of shoes I own. Very comfortable and wear like iron. (Spear's Specialty Shoes - Clown & Theatrical Shoes [Home])

Billy Prince Shoes - These were the first shoes I ever owned and I woudln't hesitate to buy another pair. Great workmanship. I've worn a hole in the bottom of mine and need to get them resoled. I know that Billy has since turned the business over to his nephew. He had a booth at the World Clown Convention last week, but I didn't get his contact information.

Capri Shoes - This is my newest pair or shoes so the jury is still "out" on these. I loved the customer service. I love the look of the shoe but the ones I ordered are very different than most clown shoes. I've only worn them 3 times ....so too early for me to rate.(Capri Shoes)

Wayne Scott Shoes - I've never owned a pair of these, but have never heard anything negative about them either.

I would stay away from all of the imitations.......save your pennies and work up to the best!

Sparky <)
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