Yep, it'll last longer and you'll have less stress during performances worrying about costume parts coming off. If you can, buy a few extra bits so if they ever do come off, or look worn, you can replace them. It's easier to buy a little extra fabric and trims for later repairs when you are first making a costume; it's a real pain to try to find matching replacement bits a couple of years down the road. Some of this stuff comes and goes. I keep a zip lock bag with scrap fabric and extra parts for each costume so I don't have to dig for what goes with what. Will you post pics when you're done?
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