SkinPort
The SkinPort mod enables the use of modern Minecraft 1.8 skins in version 1.7.10 of the game. Now you can enjoy updated characters with additional layers and detail even on older game versions.
Main features:
• Support for 1.8 skin format with improved graphics
• Character appearance customization through the options menu (translations taken from version 1.8 resources)
• Work with local skins - simply place the .png file in the cachedImages/skins folder
• API for interaction with other modifications
Important operational features:
The Alex (slim) model is activated only if a specific pixel in the skin file is transparent and the 64x64 format is used. The display of items in hands differs from version 1.8. Changes in skin settings are visible only on servers with the mod installed. Players without the mod will see your standard skin without additional layers.
Compatibility: works with SmartMoving and RenderPlayerAPI mods. Available only for Minecraft 1.7.10.