As this article attests (and it name drops us as well) the latex costumes we worked on for the Sukeban Japanese pro wrestlers’ matches (see here and here) are alive and well.
Which, frankly, amazes me, seeing how much action these ladies engage in.
I know all about the strength and stretch of latex outfits. I have been working with the textile now for many years and have rendered scores of both Dawnamatrix catalogue items as well as bespoke latex pieces. And, while what I create I am proud to say lasts, retains its luster (when regularly cared for and lubed) and keeps its shape, I don’t usually dress wrestlers!
I really had no idea what to expect when it came to the longevity of pieces undergoing such physical torture, worn under stage lights.
From the full array of characters the ladies of this group portray (be she a villain, good guy, even what is affectionately known as a ‘misfit’) the US is especially getting a good look at what has been a true phenomenon of Japanese culture for a while. The wrestlers took to North American shores with shows in New York City and Miami, where they brought in over two thousand fans, plus an additional audience of 1.3 million more watching from across social media portals. Following these shows, and most recently, when Commander Nakajima was crowned the inaugural World Champion, Sukeban had its first LA show in the May, at The Trinity.
The Sukeban events feature more than just what happens in the ring. There are proud and fun cultural explorations here, linked to the many characters of the squad. The event in LA featured a Japanese-style street fair where local LA vendors sold their stuff right alongside the squad’s exclusive merch. Then the matches commenced with the ladies in their costumes (some of which, indeed we made) and makeup battling in teams called Cherry Bomb Girls, Dangerous Liaisons and Harajuku Stars.
As we have all along and will surely now, we need to thank French designer Olympia Le Tan who brought us into this project.
Further U.S. dates for the Sukaban will be announced soon. Watch this blog for more news.
Wear it well ladies!
