Out of all of the filmmaking tips, buying wardrobe for independent films has not been the most recommended. Free gear works many times, but there are other instances where realistic looking wardrobe items are necessary. I found a useful online store called 5.11 tactical that provides police gear that could be used in many film scenes. This will especially come in handy for action movies.

There are a few story outlines that I have involving police officials and those characters should look the part. Instead of buying cheap, used and dingy clothes from the thrift store, 5.11 tactical will be on the list of movie wardrobe destinations to shop at for tactical and police gear.