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Frequently Asked Questions
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Q. Is Candy Keane your real name?
Yes, it is not a nickname or stage name. Candy is not short for Candace.
Q. Are you also the model Candy Lee?
No! When I first started modeling, I just went by my first and middle name as one name, Candylee. Since
that domain name was taken, I took the hyphenated Candy-Lee.com for my original website domain,
which has led to some confusion due to an "adult" actress going by the name Candy Lee. Many places
go to my domain, see a blond model and assume we are the same person.
Q. What is a Cosplay Model?
A cosplay (originally short for "costume play") model is basically a character model. The character can
be from anything- Movies, Comics, TV, Books, etc.
After years of regular modeling, I got very bored and now only model when something inspires me to
create unique images based on my costumes.
Q. How did you get into the business of making costumes?
It started with my mom making my Halloween costumes, then as I learned to sew, I started making my
own. At first, I didn't want to make costumes for anyone else because I wanted to have the best one!
Then at one point I sold a bunch of my old costumes when I was moving to Florida. The feedback and
photos I got from the people that bought them was so wonderful, I realized how much I enjoyed bringing
the experience of wearing a great costume to other people. The feedback from my customers is still what
keeps me going in this business.
Q. How are you an “International” costume designer?
I have made costumes for people all over the world, and sent costumes out to some places I have never
even heard of. Costuming is definitely a world-wide past time! I love that people in far away countries are
wearing things I made.
Q. Do you make all your own costumes?
I do make my own costumes, but I also sell retail brands in my boutique. I often will start with a pre-made
piece and use that as a base and then rework or add to it. Usually that is much easier than starting from
scratch. You can read how I take the original outfit and rework it in a lot of the costume descriptions in
the Costume Gallery section.
Q. Can I get a custom costume made?
A. Due to a very busy schedule, I am not currently accepting new commissions on original costume work.
I am still creating unique pieces for others when I can, and selling those in the boutique and online. I also
have my own line of handmade costumes that are all made to order and always available through the
website. Visit the Costume Couture section of the online store to see what I have available.
Q. Can I borrow items for a photoshoot?
A. Once items are worn, they are never quite the same and can’t be sold for full price. Due to this, I do
not lend out items from the store for others to shoot except under exceptional circumstances. (For
example: I sent bracelets to Marie Claire magazine for a fashion accessory shoot) I make my prices very
reasonable and offer great discounts to both models and photographers who might send me images in
return.
Q. Can I be a Three Muses photographer or Model?
A. I enjoy working with new people, so please contact me if you’d like to shoot with me or model for the
store. The best way to get involved is to actually stop in and meet me. I find if people can’t manage to
get to the store, then they usually can’t manage to show up on time for a shoot. If you do stop in, please
bring your portfolio and business or comp card.
Got a question I haven’t covered? Please send it to CK@threemusesclothing.com
ThreeMusesClothing.com FAQ
Q. Is Candy Keane your real name?
Yes, it is not a nickname or stage name. Candy is not short for Candace.
Q. Are you also the model Candy Lee?
No! When I first started modeling, I just went by my first and middle name as one name, Candylee. Since
that domain name was taken, I took the hyphenated Candy-Lee.com for my original website domain,
which has led to some confusion due to an "adult" actress going by the name Candy Lee. Many places
go to my domain, see a blond model and assume we are the same person.
Q. What is a Cosplay Model?
A cosplay (originally short for "costume play") model is basically a character model. The character can
be from anything- Movies, Comics, TV, Books, etc.
After years of regular modeling, I got very bored and now only model when something inspires me to
create unique images based on my costumes.
Q. How did you get into the business of making costumes?
It started with my mom making my Halloween costumes, then as I learned to sew, I started making my
own. At first, I didn't want to make costumes for anyone else because I wanted to have the best one!
Then at one point I sold a bunch of my old costumes when I was moving to Florida. The feedback and
photos I got from the people that bought them was so wonderful, I realized how much I enjoyed bringing
the experience of wearing a great costume to other people. The feedback from my customers is still what
keeps me going in this business.
Q. How are you an “International” costume designer?
I have made costumes for people all over the world, and sent costumes out to some places I have never
even heard of. Costuming is definitely a world-wide past time! I love that people in far away countries are
wearing things I made.
Q. Do you make all your own costumes?
I do make my own costumes, but I also sell retail brands in my boutique. I often will start with a pre-made
piece and use that as a base and then rework or add to it. Usually that is much easier than starting from
scratch. You can read how I take the original outfit and rework it in a lot of the costume descriptions in
the Costume Gallery section.
Q. Can I get a custom costume made?
A. Due to a very busy schedule, I am not currently accepting new commissions on original costume work.
I am still creating unique pieces for others when I can, and selling those in the boutique and online. I also
have my own line of handmade costumes that are all made to order and always available through the
website. Visit the Costume Couture section of the online store to see what I have available.
Q. Can I borrow items for a photoshoot?
A. Once items are worn, they are never quite the same and can’t be sold for full price. Due to this, I do
not lend out items from the store for others to shoot except under exceptional circumstances. (For
example: I sent bracelets to Marie Claire magazine for a fashion accessory shoot) I make my prices very
reasonable and offer great discounts to both models and photographers who might send me images in
return.
Q. Can I be a Three Muses photographer or Model?
A. I enjoy working with new people, so please contact me if you’d like to shoot with me or model for the
store. The best way to get involved is to actually stop in and meet me. I find if people can’t manage to
get to the store, then they usually can’t manage to show up on time for a shoot. If you do stop in, please
bring your portfolio and business or comp card.
Got a question I haven’t covered? Please send it to CK@threemusesclothing.com