Spider-Man Deluxe Adult Costume

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Reviewed by: Straightontilmorning

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Gender: Male

Age: 18-25

Visit Frequency: monthly

Title: One size fits most, but mostly big people

Date: Aug 20, 2009

The description says one size fits most but what you have to realize is that it doesn't say how well it fits. The model in the picture is apparently a HUGE man (XL indeed) to fill it out the way he does. Peter Parker-sized gentlemen such as myself (5'9" and 165lb) come out looking more like flying-squirrel-man with all the extra fabric involved. On the up side that same extra material should provide ample opportunity to shift the hems around and achieve something like the intended look. The mask is just about perfect. I don't recommend trying to read through the mesh eyes or going out alone after dark with it on but the visibility to proper effect ratio is very favorable. The only flaws I found are that the web design down the central panel doesn't quite line up with the other panels (but it's pretty close at a glance), the eyeholes are just a bit too far apart (but easily fixable), and the ventilation holes fall somewhere on the bridge of my nose, detracting from the look of the mask and not helping ventilation at all. The boot covers were apparently designed for people with no ankles creating severe bunching when worn but this can be address with some clever folding and tucking and padding them out with tubesocks. They fit best over thin soled canvas shoes like Chuck Taylors or laceless canvas shoes (I call them boat shoes). I would recommend it as a fair starting point but it will require some additional effort to become a great costume.

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