Kuroshitsuji (Black Butler)

Our first set of Kuroshitsuji costumes was a deliberate found item challenge — we assembled Sebastian, Ciel and Grelle without making anything specifically for the set (all consisting of vintage and modified clothing pieces).  Sebastian’s tailcoat is an authentic antique Victorian piece; his trousers are vintage button-front military pants from just after WWII.  Ciel’s costume includes a purchased coat, thrift store “knickers,” and lots of ruffles.  Grell’s shirt and vest were modified from a thrift store find and his red coat was borrowed from Mark’s Dante (Devil May Cry) costume.

Later we made additional costumes from the series, not only remaking the principal characters’ outfits, but adding new ones. Undertaker’s black crepe ensemble was crafted from scratch, including the jewelry and prosthetic scar makeup; Lizzy’s zombie-fighting attire is a combination of made-from-scratch pieces and modified found items.

Awards

  • First Runner-Up Masters Craftsmanship, Anime Crossroads 2011 (Undertaker)
  • Best Performance, Anime Crossroads 2011

Characters

  • Laura as Ciel Phantomhive
  • Alena as Sebastian Michaelis
  • Alena as Undertaker
  • Alena as Elizabeth Middleford
  • Mark as Grelle Sutcliff