Hello from Rockhampton

[Galaxy rider]

Hey mate welcome.
Cost vs quality of costume is the key here. If you want to troop and become a member there really aren't any shortcuts, unless you buy an already 501st approved costume from someone else. We have all learnt the hard way that membership does involve research and cost, but it is well worth it.

You can always go for a black 'soft costume' that's not armour. Reserve Tie Pilot or Imperial Officer are great costumes and easy to wear. Not as pricey as hard armour. It's up to you!

I am after quality to be honest, but if the quality is not there, but the expense is then I am not at all interested, that is why I have posted my question about approve able sites, after all I think it is not much good buying an $1100.00 costume that is not going to be approved, as opposed to a lesser priced item, so to speak, that may be approved. it may take a while, but I will get there.

Clive.

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I may still try for a soft option to start with as it will open up a couple of doors that are not yet available to me just yet.

Clive.