Queen Amidala's Closet

Website
Name:	Queen Amidala's Closet
Owner/Maintainer:	Janet Miller
Dates:	1999-2000
Type:	fansite
Fandom:	Star Wars
URL:	http://www.millerclan.com/janetmiller/closet/ (Archive)
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Queen Amidala's Closet was a resource and fansite for the Star Wars character Queen Padme Amidala's wardrobe, specifically in the movie The Phantom Menace. It was aimed at collectors who wanted to recreate the costumes of the film(s) for their dolls.

It was a member of the Customized Fashion Doll Webring and the Star Wars Prequel Ring.

Site History

So what is this anyway?

Well, it all started when I went to Wal-mart, looking for Star Wars action figures. There was this 12 inch "Hidden Majesty" doll, sitting there, looking remarkably interesting. Now I don't collect dolls. Really I don't. Well, at least I didn't used to. But there was something about this one that I really liked. So, I broke down and bought it. I took it out of the box, put the Padme mask on and off, took off the cape, and generally enjoyed having it.

Then I thought "wouldn't it be nice to get the extra costumes that Queen Amidala wears in the movie?" So I looked around to see if these were available. Right. Sure. Its been a while since I played with fashion dolls. Back in my day, the idea was to change the doll's outfit. Seems that is no longer the case, instead we are supposed to buy multiple dolls, each with their own outfit. And, of course, pay upwards of $60 for each one. Collector's items, not toys anymore.

Well, its not that I can't afford it, its the principle of the thing. Besides, I was looking for a new hobby. So, these pages are dedicated to my recreation of these costumes. I haven't finished them all, so this will be a work in progress. But so far, I've had a lot of fun, and am planning on having even more in the next several months.

Oh, yeah. Queen Amidala, Padme', Star Wars, etc., etc. are all copy protected names and ideas, and all rights are owned by the Lucas folks. I don't intend to make any profit off this endeavor, I don't intend to violate any laws or rules. I'm just making doll clothes for my own enjoyment and having a good time.

Site Description

Site Contents

Contents on the site included: materials and reference guide, descriptions and pictures of the costumes and dolls, and basic instructions for making the costumes. It also included a section on Princess Leia costumes.

Padme's costumes

• Naboo court
• Black travel dress
• Padme on Tatooine ("peasant dress")
• Handmaiden outfit
• Meeting before the Senate (Japanese styled outfit with fan headpiece)
• Battle for Naboo portrait set
• Celebration outfit