Let's Get Dirty!

[veniceparrish]

I've seen several posts asking about how to get "that dirty look" and all sorts of very good suggestions were always given, but as a result of a notice I received yesterday regarding a Hollywood costume house sale, I discovered this product called, "Schmere

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[doctor_caduceus]

Very cool, and relevant to my interests!

[jazzynightowl]

brilliant!

[curiouschilde]

It is really great stuff.... though, you may not always get expected results. Especially on darker colored clothing. So if you can, try a test piece.

[veniceparrish]

There was a white one, too, I noticed, so that you can get that dusty look on dark clothing....

[crescentwench]

I have a similar product from my theatrical days called "Scmutz" aging crayon. It's basically a slightly softer crayon (colored wax) which you can rub into your clothing and which can be drycleaned out at a later date. It came in a variety of colors, but it seems to be limited production anymore. I found this link: https://www.wardrobesupplies.co.uk/shop/product?usca_p=t&product_id=45670

and another to a great list of distressing supplies:
http://sites.google.com/site/costumedistressingworkshop/Home/distressing-supplies

[nightshadow405]

The Ben Nye Stage Make-Up Line also offers three different "dirts" for weathering effects... http://www.bennyemakeup.com/image/2007_BNC_Catalog.pdf

Of course, if you're in a pinch Cocoa Powder works perfect for dirt. XD My Competitive Drama class used it to dirty up some Soldier Uniforms for a production. You'd open up their costume bag and get hit in the face with chocolate scent. ^^

[dreamland_tree]

LOL! I can't think of anything better...hmmmmm...chocolate....