And don't make the mistake I made here in Blighty by purchasing one through Jedi-Robe/Stormtroopershop. I'm currently enquiring a potential purchase from RS Prop Masters at the mo which seems best for me here in the UK although cost is still significant at around the £800 mark.
BTW, your fella's a lucky guy to have a GF lije you. Best of luck in your quest.