Desperately Seeking Susan Jacket replica Top 10 Frequently Asked Questions

I’m getting ready to post 2 new jackets for sale and will have a couple more ready soon, including a new leather version! People always have a lot of questions about these, so I thought I’d cover a little Madonna jacket FAQ.

When I started making this jacket I discovered a lot of people loved this movie as much as I did. I was a huge Madonna fan when I was little, and still am. While the movie isn’t exactly Oscar material, it was entertaining and really embodied Madonna’s unique 80s style. The stand-out piece in the costume wardrobe was that jacket, reportedly owned by Jimi Hendrix…or was it Elvis? Either way, we all wanted one. And now you can have your very own Desperately Seeking Susan jacket!

Desperately Seeking Susan jacket

 FAQ:

1) Is this an exact replica?

No. These are handmade and each jacket is different. I would consider them more like “artistic interpretations.” This is not a manufactured replicated copy.

2) Why don’t you take custom orders?

Each jacket takes a long time to do and each one turns out a little different. I don’t use stencils for the design. Also, fabric availability comes and goes. I want people to know exactly what they are getting when they buy this, so each jacket is made then photographed and posted with several photos and details.

3) Why don’t you sell them on ThreeMusesClothing.com?

I sell them on my portfolio site because I can include more photos and show more details for each jacket.

4) Where can I buy one?

Jackets are posted for sale when ready at:

http://www.candy-lee.com/desperately-seeking-susan-jacket

The prices include USPS Priority shipping on US orders and USPS Express on international orders.

Jackets are first come, first serve, but I do have a mailing list that I send out when a new one is posted. If you’d like to be added, just e-mail me at info@threemusesclothing.com and include what size and color you are most interested in.

5) How much do they cost?

Jackets are priced anywhere from $150 – $300 depending on materials used and how they come out.

6) Is the back design embroidered?

No. The current design is a mix of fabric paint, sequins and satin fabric.

7) What is the difference between handmade and upcycled?

While all the jackets are hand-embellished, I do 2 different types:

Handmade – these are fully handmade from scratch start to finish.

Upcycled – these are jackets I have found in thrift stores and thought they would make great Madonna jackets, so I have embellished them and usually changed the collar and cuffs.

8) What sizes do they come in?

All sizes!

9) What color are they?

The real jacket was a dark green with a metallic shimmer, but many people (including me) remember it as black. So I make them in 2 colors- an olive green and black. Every jacket is coated with a layer of very fine gold or silver glitter so it gives off a nice shimmer.

10) How do I clean the jacket?

Due to painting and embellishments, I do not recommend dry-cleaning. Try to spot clean and Febreeze. If you must wash, they are best cleaned by hand washing in cold water. You can soak them in soapy water or Woolite, rinse and then hang to dry.

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