Wearing a cosplay costume and dressing up for Halloween are two very similar activities. For both of these, you will purchase or create a costume that you will then show off to other people. While the two are not necessarily mutually exclusive, they are very different types of activities. The difference between a Halloween costume…
Going to a convention isn’t the only thing you can do while wearing your favorite cosplay. If you love this hobby that much, there are so many ways you can incorporate your costume into your daily life. Whether it be planning a get-together with your friends, or going for a stroll in the park, there…
Cosplay wigs offer a lot of advantages to those of you who want to wear flashy looks without damaging your hair, or just like the idea of wearing a wig to style your hair with zero effort. I have known several friends within the cosplay community who enjoy collecting wigs and wearing them on a…
When I was studying abroad in Japan several years ago, I befriended a Japanese cosplayer who led me into the world of cosplay in Japan. I was able to get a firsthand experience with how cosplay exists within Japanese culture and relate it to my experiences in America. The reality is, cosplay in Japan and…
Embarking on the journey of cosplay can transform you into any character you adore, but to get that authentic look, mastering the art of makeup is crucial. As a beginner cosplayer, you might be wondering where to start with your makeup toolkit. It’s the foundation (pun intended) of bringing your character to life, and with…
Most of the time, conventions aren’t just for cosplayers. They are events made to celebrate different aspects of nerd culture. But with so many people attending these events in costume, there must be something you can do all day to make the convention a little more interesting. As a whole, if you cosplay at conventions…
Depending on where you live, finding nearby events to cosplay can be rather difficult. When I was living in DC, I didn’t even know how fortunate I was to have a handful of conventions and many other small events within easy commuting distance. But now that I’ve moved away, there is a lot more planning…
Your cosplay character has a tail and you want to make one that doesn’t just hang behind you lifelessly. You’ve come to the right place! I will teach you how to create a tail that you can position into various poses to bring a little more life into your cosplay. Use a sturdy wire and…
When diving into the world of cosplay, one of the most exciting parts is bringing your favorite characters to life, and that often means crafting your own props. Deciding on the materials you’ll use can be as crucial as the character you choose to embody. You want to strike the right balance between appearance, durability,…
It’s a lot of fun to put together a costume and cosplay at anime and comic conventions. You get to share your creativity and love for your favorite characters with thousands of other people. But, there is a lot that can go wrong to ruin your fun day of cosplay. In general, you can avoid…