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Fëanor & Curufin: Splendor. They are wearing Noldor informal daywear inspired by Baroque/Rococo European Aristocracy (17th–18th century), especially the Sun King and the extravagant courts of Versailles. Opulent, luxurious robes with theatrical flair and shimmering footwear. Fëanor is wearing the dramatic gemstones that once belonged to Míriel. Fingolfin & Turgon: Discipline. They are dressed in Vanyarin court fashion inspired by late Ming Dynasty China (17th century). I tried to portray the restrained elegance of high-ranking Ming officials and princes. Layered hanfu, structured silhouette, and minimal jewelry. Refined nobility rather than ostentatious wealth. Finarfin & Finrod: Harmony. They are the most timeless here in my opinion. They are wearing Telerin outdoor fashion inspired by Ancient Mediterranean clothing (particularly Minoan and Classical Greece) mixed with Art Nouveau. Lots of drape and movement, sandals (because the Teleri love walking by the sea), gold jewelry, olive greens, laurel-style headpieces, wrapped waists. I tried to go 'less' historical noble and 'more' idealized gods.

Close-ups of my favorite details I'm forcing upon y'all

Nerdanel and her red babies

Fëanor and his little ravens

What counsel is he giving? None can say. Yet Caranthir is not buying it, Maglor is living for it, and Curufin is agreeing with it. As ever, Fëanor and his favorite little prince wear matching jewels, naturally.

Since Tolkien gives us little detail about Curufin’s death, I drew this headcanon of mine where he’s killed by Nimloth :3

Zoomed-in faces below

Bonus: Míriel and her Favorite Grandson I felt bad about drawing Celegorm on his own, so here he is wearing matching sweaters and knitting with Míriel after a ride together. Now that Míriel has returned, he’s no longer bullied or called Arafinwë’s lost son 😆 It’s clear he takes after his grandmother; both of them are free spirits.