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No. 6: Insha'Allah
Costumes: 1, 2, 3, 4,
5, 6, 7, 8,
9, 10, 11, 12,
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#1
Cover of tankoubon #3.
Clothing:
White shirt, very loose-fitting, open at neck, with wide,
turned-down collar, yoke, very full sleeves gathered into cuffs.
Collar and front opening are edged with looped braid, probably
silver. Cuffs and lower edge of yoke are edged with ruffled trim,
about 1" wide, probably silver. Cuffs are fastened with four small
buttons.
Black trousers, close-fitting. No details visible.
Accessories:
Very wide sash, red with thin white stripes, tied overhand at left
front of waist.
Comments:
A very dashing look; I like the swashbuckler-style shirt, though I'd
prefer the sash a bit less voluminous.
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#2
Title page of tankoubon #3.
Clothing:
Loose-fitting tunic, below hip length, medium color, front wrap
closing. Worn open to waist. Dark, turned-down collar. Very full
sleeves, below elbow length, gathered into narrow cuffs. Sleeve
caps. The collar, front opening edge, and lower edge of sleeve
caps are trimmed with narrow, light-colored lace.
Light-colored trousers, slightly loose-fitting, worn tucked into
boots.
Dark (probably black) boots, below knee length, low heel.
Accessories:
Two necklaces, upper and mid-chest length, look like chain, one
heavy, one light.
Sash, light-colored, tied in knot at left side, with trailing ends.
Fabric appears to have a sheen to it, probably a satin weave.
Three heavy, plain bangle bracelets on right wrist, and two on left
wrist.
Waving behind him what may be a cloak or wrap of some kind,
structure not visible. It is of medium color on one side; the other
has an arabesque pattern, dark on light background, possibly
brocade. Fur trim around edges.
Comments:
Another Dorianesque tunic outfit. The sleeve caps on the tunic are
a little unusual.
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#3
Title page of Insha'Allah.
Clothing:
Light-colored shirt with raised neckline; front opening with button
and loop closures. Long sleeves, moderately full, gathered into
cuffs. Neckline and front have medium-color edging, to match buttons
and loops.
Tunic or jerkin (exact structure not clear), light-colored with
either very thin stripes or a ribbed texture, moderately
loose-fitting. Low V-neckline, open almost to waist. Sleeveless.
Dark waistcoat, sleeveless, unfitted, just below waist length, worn
open in front.
Accessories:
Hat, dark crown with light-colored turban-style band wound around
it. Tassel on right.
Voluminous wrap, dark arabesque pattern on medium background, worn
draped over right arm and shoulder.
Very full sash tied around waist, with trailing end. Striped in
medium shades.
Heavy, jeweled necklace, below neck length, patterned, with oval
stones in large rectangular settings.
Ring, slightly patterned, on third finger of right hand.
A tangle of several necklaces -- pearl, chain, jeweled, in various
sizes and patterns -- held in left hand with end of strings tucked
into sash.
Comments:
One of Dorian's fantasy outfits. This one shows influences from the
Middle East and the Renaissance, without partaking entirely of either.
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#4
At home, during breakfast and planning mission to Iran.
Clothing:
Light-colored tunic, very loose-fitting, mid-thigh length. Neckline
and full sleeves are gathered into narrow bands. Front neckline
slit, closed with small button on neck band.
Light-colored trousers, fitted, with creases.
Light-colored boots.
Accessories:
Belt or sash, appears to be either twisted or braided. Medium color,
no closure visible.
Comments:
Simple lounge wear; nothing of especial interest here.
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#5
On plane, en route to Turkey.
Clothing:
Dark tank top with light-colored neck band.
Dark, short-sleeved shirt or jacket, to match tank top. Edges of
front opening, neck, and sleeves have light-colored bands.
Trousers and footwear not visible.
Accessories:
Thin chain necklace, worn tucked into neckline of tank top.
Comments:
Can't see much of this one. Looks practical and unremarkable.
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#6
During entry into Iran, in caravan.
Clothing:
Light-colored shirt, moderately close-fitting, with standing collar,
front opening (no closures visible). Narrow trim or topstitching
around neck and front opening edges. Long, very full sleeves, gathered
into wide cuffs.
Full-length, light-colored, sleeveless robe, worn open in front.
Very loose-fitting, light-colored Turkish-style trousers, worn
tucked into boots.
Light-colored boots, upper calf length, low heels.
Accessories:
Long, light-colored veil with dark headband.
Very full sash, tied at left front, with trailing ends. Patterned,
with fringe on ends.
Plain ring, worn on third finger of right hand.
Comments:
A very exotic Middle Eastern look, which makes an interesting
contrast with Dorian's obviously not Middle Eastern
coloration.
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#7
Teheran, during meeting with Haalun and his employer.
Clothing:
Light-colored tank top with low scooped neckline.
Dark jacket, below hip length, with three-quarter length sleeves,
turned-back cuffs. Lining, visible at collar, lapels, and cuffs, is
of medium shade. Worn open in front. Has back center vent and narrow
belt (worn fastened across back of jacket).
Close-fitting trousers of medium shade, jeans styling.
Light-colored boots.
Accessories:
Light-colored scarf tied around neck; dark stripe around edge.
Dark belt, rectangular buckle.
Four heavy bangle bracelets on left wrist, one or two on right
wrist.
Comments:
Tourist garb.
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#8
Iranian soldier's uniform, worn while sneaking into palace.
Clothing:
Uniform tunic, light-colored, fitted, upper thigh length, with long,
close-fitting sleeves. Pleated pockets with flaps, breast and lower
front, both sides. High collar, folded down. Front button closure;
three-button sleeve vents.
Edge of shirt cuff visible at wrist, but shirt is otherwise
completely hidden by tunic.
Uniform trousers, light-colored, fitted, with creases. Worn
tucked into boots.
Dark boots, upper calf length.
Accessories:
Light-colored veil with light head band.
Dark belt with rectangular buckle. Diagonal shoulder strap.
Small pouch on belt.
Comments:
Klaus is right; Dorian doesn't really look much like a soldier,
even in a uniform, but it's an interesting change nevertheless.
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#9
Klaus' spy outfit, worn after they switch costumes in the palace.
Clothing:
Dark (prob. black) turtleneck sweater, long sleeves.
Dark (prob. black) trousers, close-fitting.
Light-colored boots.
Accessories:
Dark belt, rectangular buckle.
Shoulder holster, dark.
Comments:
This one looks nice on both of them. Is this the only time we ever
see Dorian in a shoulder holster?
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#10
At hotel, Teheran, after escape from palace.
Clothing:
Floor-length robe, fitted through hips, flaring below into full
hemline. Wide, shallow neckline. Long sleeves, flaring to wide,
shaped wrist opening. Light color with diagonal stripes.
Accessories:
Narrow cord belt, loosely tied at left front, with tassled, dangling
ends.
Comments:
Dorian often likes classically-draped clothing for lounge wear; this
appears to be a Middle Eastern variation on the same idea.
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#11
In the garden, during meeting with Haalun.
Clothing:
Dark shirt, close-fitting. Standing collar, front neckline slit to
middle of chest. Long sleeves worn rolled up to above elbow.
Close-fitting trousers, medium color, jeans styling.
Light-colored boots.
Accessories:
Dark belt, rectangular buckle.
Two heavy bangle bracelets on left wrist.
Comments:
Just a nice, casual outfit, nothing special.
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#12
While visiting the Bekhzials in Beirut.
Clothing:
Light-colored suit jacket, worn open. Single-breasted, with three-button
sleeve vents.
Suit waiscoat, medium color, worn closed.
Light-colored dress shirt, buttoned up to neck.
Light-colored suit trousers to match jacket. Creases.
Footwear not visible.
Accessories:
Dark tie, apparently solid color.
Comments:
Awfully conventional and conservative for Dorian. The Bekhzials are
dressed up, too; they may be at a fancy restaurant.
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#13
While driving Jeep, and at Palmyra.
Clothing:
Light-colored top, loose-fitting, short sleeves, deep V-neck. Has
eagle emblem with letter 'E' on left chest.
Light-colored shorts, jeans styling, side hemline vents.
Light-colored socks, upper calf length.
Sneakers, light colored.
Accessories:
Dark belt, rectangular buckle.
Dark visored cap with "BOSS" lettered on front.
Comments:
Casual tourist garb. Very unlike Dorian's usual style, but kind of
cute.
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