/cgl/ - Cosplay & EGL

Unanswered questions from the last thread:
>>10812656
>>10814731
>>10814963
>>10814973
>>10819715
>>10819983
>>10828574

What would be a good wig from something like Arda Wigs to modify to get to pic attached (Angel Devil from Chainsaw Man)?

Having a hard time finding a good color match and not really sure what the right base would be.

>>10828777
Actually, maybe this one from Epic Cosplay?
I've never really styled wigs before (will probably ask a friend for help), so any thoughts appreciated.

I wanna cosplay Peacock. Should I make her arms thicker to fit onto my actual arms, or make them closer to her design and then just hide my arms maybe by crossing them in the little top flap part of her dress?

>>10828779
It's close, but I think the colors sky magenta or persimmon pink would suit the character better. You can go to the color page on their website to see a video comparison of each color under natural and fluorescent light. In terms of the base though, it should be fine -- especially if the bangs come uncut.

>>10828802
I think you should make the gloves and knots/eyes slightly bigger to force the perspective and make your natural arms look smaller.

>>10828840
I think you're right! Persimmon pink is a great match. Thanks for the suggestion.

How difficult does the hairstyle look? I'm hoping it won't be too bad...

>>10828964
The difficult looks pretty beginner-ish friendly to me actually. Since the spikes aren't defying gravity like Sora from Kingdom Hearts, they should be much easier to manage. I'd say if you have a friend's help, you shouldn't worry. Just look up a spike tutorial, cut a tad bit longer than you need and then you can trim as needed once you're a little more confident. You got this!

>>10828972
Thanks so much! Fingers crossed for a good result!

Is there a good way to attach wings to my back for picrel aside from cutting holes in the back of my suit?

I don't want to have huge white straps showing on the outside, it's super ugly. But on the other hand I don't want to have huge holes in the suit so I can use it elsewhere... is there some sort of removable double-sided adhesive I could use?

>>10829028
maybe something like this?

>>10829028
Fabric tape is too weak. Magnets would be better, like in this tutorial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oRHvRVKsLkg

>>10829032
Magnets are brilliant. I'll do exactly that.

What about for the halo? It looks like there are two approaches people generally use:

1. Hairband tilted upward and attached to back of head
2. Actual lightweight halo that's suspended up by a thin wire

Any clue what specific materials are used for (2)? I think it could look a lot better than (1) but not really sure. Plus, if the support is too obvious then it'll looks ugly.

Is there a good quality place to find contact lenses? I'm trying to help a friend shop around for a singular oroboros contact lens for our Full Metal Alchemist group. I've only had experience buying from uniqso which unfortunately doesn't carry it. I'd appreciate anything if you know of a reputable place.

Also this is kinda embarrassing but I'm having a hard time tracking down a good slim fit black trench coat for Greed that I can either gut out the inside lining of or is just not made of straight wool. I'll be wearing this towards the end of summer and trying to not pass out from heat stroke. I'm wondering if its a particular style of trench coat also as the ones I keep finding have the wrong kind of collar flaps or none at all. Perfectly fine modifying whatever to fit my build. The ideal thing would to find something made of cotton/linen that is purely worn for style rather than warmth.

>>10829028
You can create a harness and insert the wings into it like a flat backpack against your back. It's what people use for huge wings. See picrel

>>10829076
Contact brands and links are in the FAQ

>that I can either gut out the inside lining of
If you remove the lining from the trenchcoat, the seams will be showing. It'll be ugly. You just want a lightweight one. Honestly you're better off trying to find a cosplay trenchcoat because any real trenchcoat will be heavy and warm. Unless maybe you look for something in the techwear /goth variety which are more for style than function.

>>10829099
>Contact brands and links are in the FAQ
Aw shit you're totally right, my bad. I'll check those other sites and hopefully find something I can work with.

>Honestly you're better off trying to find a cosplay trenchcoat because any real trenchcoat will be heavy and warm. Unless maybe you look for something in the techwear /goth variety which are more for style than function.
Yeah surprisingly when I was searching around I kept finding things that were straight out of the matrix or "leather". Its why I figured modifying a thicker one would be the better route to go. But you are right, looking for cosplay specific ones might be the move. Thanks anon

Looking for fabric recommendations. I've only described this vaguely for the commissioner, but I was wondering if there any specific fabrics that would look nice for a mona costume

>>10829124
Hahahahah she is basically a full-body spandex suit. You're looking at 4-way stretch for almost everything. Cape can be regular silky fabrics, details on bodysuit are usually better off as 4-way stretch spandex/vinyl as well. 3D details/accessories on her bodysuit should attach by magnets or snaps for best fit and maneuverability. Good luck, it's probably cheaper to just buy from a higher-end Chinese cosplay store like 1/3Delusions or Miaowu cos

>>10829124
Anything you're thinking of as velvet should be stretch velvet.

I'm thinking hard about going to a convention next month and I kinda want to try a cosplay too.
Never done either, but I already think I look like this dude from Fire Force and I imagine all I really need to do is buy the getup and shave my facial hair.

Question I've got is, are there preferred sites to find pre-made stuff like this, or at least ways to find stuff that doesn't actually look like wish garbage?
Second question is if I can actually get this in 1 month, but I feel like this one might be on the more reasonable size

>>10829188
If you're on the fence about going to a convention: just do it. It's such a fun experience even if it's only a one time thing. Plus you save a boatload off of not paying taxes and shipping in AA.

>are there preferred sites
Yes. You can find reviews on each of them in the FAQ or my searching "where to buy cosplay online" and watching the top videos -- particularly the one by Sachie. Miccocostumes it the one I hear most prominently but I buy all my costumes so ya know, read the reviews. You can also get them on Amazon these days -- especially simple uniforms like for Fireforce. Most of those retailers have Amazon storefronts. That would be your best bet if you want them in a month or less because the rest will be coming from overseas.

How do I get short fangs in my mouth that will actually stay there comfortable for hours?

What does hollywood do for vampires etc?

>>10829200
Oh that's really helpful, and I guess I glossed over the FAQ right in the OP
Didn't even think to check amazon, turns out they have one that looks decent aside from the gloves
Will do some more looking though, the available sizes won't be simple for me since I'm tall and thin

>>10829211
So from what I'm looking at, I can either go Miccostumes and either get an M (Which fits my waist and chest) or an XL that would still be 6" away from fitting my height

Or try Ezcosplay and punch in my measurements, which feels dangerous timing-wise and opinion of them doesn't seem stellar

>>10829201
My friend who cosplays DIO uses Scarecrow brand vampire fangs.

>>10829143
I already have the miaowu cosplay version, however I'm having a custom one made with a corset in it because I didn't like the fitting on the miaowu one, using picrel as reference. Thanks for the advice though, much appreciated!

>>10829256
it's going to look like hot shit.

>>10829222
Get a M. The pants are so loose that you won’t have to worry about your hip measurements. On the other hand, if you can’t sew, hemming will be a pain in the ass.

>>10829256
Given what you've suggested, I recommend talking to your seamstress about materials and seeing what they recommend and is comfortable working with. This is a CG costume with impossible details that are better off custom printed onto a stretchy, thin bodysuit than to try and use velvet for.

>>10829256
>with a corset in it
That is not going to look good for reasons anons have already stated.

>>10829298
Got it, thanks

hey guys i'm planning on doing some crossplay for halloween this year, just for fun, i was wondering if i should use a bra just for the looks

I woulda asked in the millitary cos thread but I couldn't see one so I'm hoping some of those tactical gear autists are lurking in here. I'm trying to help a friend piece together a ghost and was wondering if I could get an ID on the vest and shawl

>>10829254
Those come out, you can't really keep em in for more than a few minutes

>>10829319
Eh, picrel looks good and it is a corset. The test fitting is already done and it fits well. I'll see how it will end
>>10829304
Thanks anon, I will contact the seamstress about it. She seemed to be comfortable with working with velvet but I'll ask for her input too

>>10829319
Anon probably meant boning in the bodysuit and not a corset underneath (which would look like shit).

>>10829537
your pic looks like hot shit.

>>10828624
OK, I'm going to need very specific haircut. It needs to be completely bald at top, but the sides and back need to be long enough to cover most of the ears and back of the head. Granted, what I have planned does need a hat so I could cheat a bit with it, but is there a wig like that?

>>10830126
Sounds like a monk wig

What do you guys think about how to get Charlie's tux? It's the only difficult aspect of the costume. I want it to be quality and form-fitting for a woman

>>10830164
If you can sew, it'll be a lot easier on you to find a red tux and swap out the fabric on the lapels yourself. If not, find a men's one and take it to a tailor. It's much less expensive than you'd imagine. Especially if you can find one with black lapels.

Any tips on how to make a floating golden halo? Obviously actually floating isn’t possible…

>>10830302
For photoshoots?
Non reflective transparent fishing wire or something similar, hoist the halo from the roof
Obviously completely impossible at a convention

>>10830307
Nah, like for an actual costume... obviously not possible to have something floating for real but how good can we get it to look?

whats the best way to fill gaps in foam, also whats a proper grit of sandpaper for making things smooth

I've got a morphsuit mask, kind of needed for a cosplay, no alternatives. But morphsuit masks always look like shit because they're loose at the chin and neck. How can I fix this? I've considered sewing a strip of elastic at the back of the neck, but there's no guarantee that'll work and I don't wanna waste an entire mask by testing it out and it failing.

>>10830408
>put mask on inside out
>use pins or binder clips to pinch the fabric like how you want it (close to your neck and face)
>mark the line of your face and neck
>sew over line with a zigzag stitch (a normal straight stitch will snap when the fabric stretches)

Cosplayed as Okuu from Touhou before and plan on doing it again, however the first time I did it I had made a boot out of styrofoam and it started to break throughout the con. what would be a better material to use to make a new boot but still have a rocky texture to them to match the character

>>10830424
disgusting faggot

>>10830424
Was your boot solely eva foam or did you use a real boot as a base?

>>10830444
>>10830424
*Styrofoam, my b

>>10830445
Bought some cheap shoes from walmart and put it on a cardboard bas and essentially cut holes out of large blocks of styrofoam to encase the shoe and platform in the styrofoam

>>10830403
Depends, oftentimes it's better to try and re-do the glue seam or just "fill" it in with more glue and scrap foam if it's a smaller flaw.

How can I tie a scarf like this? The one I bought came with very vague instructions but I can't figure it out.

>>10830616
Of course I forget to attach the image like a fucking idiot who cannot tie a scarf.

>>10830449
Hm. You could either try reattaching the styrofoam with a stronger glue or remake the blocky texture out of a better foam like EVA foam which has a higher density and is easier to carve. Other than that, I'm not sure if there's anything you can do other than just mending them after every con.

>>10830617
>>10830616
First result on Google =/

>male
>6’1”
>190lbs
I want to get into cosplay in general but I don’t know what to do
EGL? Kigu? Furry?

>>10830752
Yes

>>10830752
No

>>10830752
Maybe

>>10830752
EGL for femboy/etc.
Kigu for if you don’t mind being quiet and acting cute
Furry if you don’t mind lots of hugs

i've never cosplayed or sown before, how difficult would it be to do make something like pic related in a couple months? i love the fabric, the lace and the added details, it makes it feel a lot more like actual clothing than a costume and i want to aim for a similar vibe.

>>10830939
this was the other character i wanted to do and he's obviously way easier since i can thrift the whole outfit, but the con's in july and i don't wanna die of heat stroke lol

>>10830939
Sure you can make it in a few months, it just wouldn't look as good as your pic related. Your first cosplay project should just be modifying existing pieces or very simple skirt/shirts.

>>10830939
Picrel is a mass produced taobao outfit. Look enough and you'll find it.

>>10831037
that's fair, the top's collar is too exaggerated for me to use an existing shirt as a basis and i don't know if patterns for these things exist online. skirt should be fairly easy though, even for a beginner like me
maybe i'll stick to men and simpler outfits for now so i can practice the basics, if i cosplay something frilly and flowy i want it to be really picturesque and i'd be very disappointed if something ends up looking frumpy due to a lack of experience on my side
>>10831040
really? i had no idea they produced anything other than garish ones. that being said i really wanna express myself so i'll just try and learn sewing the hard way once i have more free time

>>10831046
Yes, half of all Touhou cosplayers in Asia use this supplier. They have like 8 different outfits.

>>10831046
>wants to espress himself by copying a mass produced design
hmmm

>>10831054
i said similar vibe, not the exact same! i'd design it myself if i commit to it, but there's no way i'd get rid of the top's collar just for the sake of making it easier to sew, it's way too iconic and all of her canon outfits have it
>>10831047
i've never noticed them wearing the same outfit. i'm a little disappointed now, i always thought most of them had added their own vision to the simple designs

>>10831191
most chinese and japanese cosplayers buy premade cosplays, anon. are you from /jp/? they probably lead you to believe something else.

>>10831191
Most Chinese/Japanese you see are buying premade. Even the really super cool unique one you saw? Premade but with a waiting list for a small group of in-people rather than mass produced. Hardly any are actually sewing their own.

>>10831191
Unfortunately it's the truth.
The general rule of thumb is, the prettier the cosplayer is, the less likely they made their own costume. Usually the most skilled seamstresses are also hambeasts.

Interestingly sewing isn't a popular hobby in China despite them being a major source of fabric and factories. For some reason relatively very few people sew clothing for personal use there.

>>10830940
For what it's worth, there are a lot of ways to mitigate temperature with an outfit like that - removing lining from the jacket and/or finding a thin one, wearing a short-sleeve shirt, keeping the scarf light and loose - but yeah July might be a hot one no matter what.

FAQ anon here. Sorry for the long hiatus, I got really busy with grad school. Just updated the following sections:
>transporting wigs
>attaching heavy accessories to a wig


>>10830424
Gonna second what >>10830653 said and suggest using EVA. You can heat it up to add texture and then weather it to look rocky. These tutorials show how to get a faux leather look on foam but it could also work for a rocky texture:
https://youtu.be/3McdlnTWq9I?t=198
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PuY8iWoKth0

Is pic rel any good for making stone textures for say a club or armor that I made with Eva foam?

>>10831248
>Interestingly sewing isn't a popular hobby in China despite them being a major source of fabric and factories.
Why learn how to sew when you have access to oodles of cheap mass produced costumes and clothes? Even custom tailored garments in China are relatively cheap.

>>10832197
You are correct, but it's so weird considering that the neighboring Japan has a much larger and more robust sewing community and demand for supplies.

One time I visited China and wanted to visit a fabric shop to see what it's like there in a city of 20 MILLION people, was told by friends and family there that there wasn't one. I couldn't believe it, not enough demand from 20 million people to have a real physical shop or chain.

>>10832305
>>10832197
Also want to add that I grew up in China and was taught hand-sewing early on as necessary life skill for simple mending of buttons and tears, and I used to play with my grandmother foot-powered sewing machine while she heated irons on the stoves. I don't know what changed or went horribly south with China that it never developed sewing as a hobby, only a faceless industry out in the poorer areas.

What do you think of using Amazon lens as a resource?

>>10832335
If it works it works, a lot of realistic video game outfits will be heavily inspired by real life clothing but changed JUST enough that there's no irl analogue so you'll have to modify something. Comparatively for movies or TV where it IS often something off the rack fan groups like the RPF and such are better for identification.

If I'm planning on painting the plastic after a 3d print, is it better to use white as a base or black as a base?
I'm planning on making metallic coloring/effects afterwards, but want it to look grungy

>>10832376
You should be doing multiple coats of filler primer and sanding. You can paint on the primer or for shinier metallic effect use a black gloss or other gloss paint as a basecoat.

Im not really looking for much. It looks like most NEET squad cosplays are just black military gear with a NEET sticker slapped onto the helmet.

I guess my main question is what is a decent or realistic price for a cosplay like this?

>>10832382
So the answer is it doesn't matter, and to just use significant amounts of primer? Want to make sure I'm reading this right.
Does advice online for painting foam apply to painting prints as well? Namely when it comes to sanding and texturing at least.

>>10832408
https://w.atwiki.jp/hgg01 looks like this is the main group page at least.

>>10832409
>texturing
why not add texture to your model instead of adding it afterward?

>>10832412
Because it's easier to print/design, and it's easier to mess with an object post-print rather than pre-print.
Also because there's a difference between tactile and aesthetic texturing and I'm striving for the latter rather than the former, and would think that painting/sanding/finishing would go more towards achieving that goal.

Any place I can get an Adult Size Slytherin Quidditch outfit?
Talking proper good quality stuff.

>>10832409
The filler primer and sanding is to get rid of your layer lines and seams you can paint raw prints but then its very easy to tell its 3d printed and the look is bad. Painting prints is probably the same as foam after you have the foam sealed. Most of my prints I just paint over the grey primer but for a sword I'm working on I plan on using a black gloss base coat for some extra shine.

What would be my best option for doing the runes on hestia knife
Carving them with a really thin bit or just drawing or painting them on after I plasti dip and paint it

>>10832494
Paint pen after you plastic dip them. unless you are really good at carving tiny letters.

Is there an itabag thread up right now?

How do you guys best find clothes for your outfits? I was thinking about doing a cosplay as Chipp as a beginner, but don’t know where to get good clothes or tools to make it. I’m really in the dark for this

>>10832593
His whole outfit seems kind of involved but I think dressing up as him would be really fun

I have no idea about anything cosplay related but I want to cosplay Yui Hirasawa for a college convention. Can I just buy the K-ON school uniform off Amazon and sling my guitar on my back and call it a day? How do women's sizes fit if I am a slightly muscular average height man? How essential is wearing a wig for cosplay?

>>10831518
It worked.

>>10832610
Post results, I was curious about it too

Does anyone have any suggestions for how I could get a good base for a staff for Marcille from Dungeon Meshi? It's supposed to be made of wood but I'm not really sure how I'd get that kind of look.

>>10832424
Universal sells them

>>10832577
No, you can look at the catalog and see or use ctrl+F

>>10832643
Unironically a broom handle. You can get them at home depot

>>10832595
>Can I just buy the K-ON school uniform off Amazon and sling my guitar on my back and call it a day?
I'm confused as to why you think you wouldn't be able to do this. You can do whatever you want, anon.

>How do women's sizes fit if I am a slightly muscular average height man?
Get measured, then compare them to the size chart. You'll probably have to look for plus size costumes.

>How essential is wearing a wig for cosplay
Very. Your hair is oily and will fall by the end of the day. Wigs stay pristine (for the most part) all day and can be styled to match anime fluff.

Now if you don't give a shit if your costume is good, you could go without a wig.

>>10832593
Well most of us on here either make our own costumes or buy premade from costume sites that are already accurate to the character so it really isn't an issue. For the few that alter clothing for costumes, they usually start by understanding the terminology for clothing so that they can find exactly what they're looking for. For example, your character is wearing a sleeveless vest with a collar. My guess would be that the character is meant to be wearing leather. So that's what I would search for. As for where, you likely won't find all of your pieces at the same place so you'll have to do some hunting. Try:
>Online: Mercari, Depop, Poshmark, Thredup
>In Store: Salvation Army, Goodwill, etc.

If you're lucky and you can find matching clothes then you won't need to alter them. If you can only find partial matches, you might need to do a bit of sewing or tailoring (or pay someone to).

>>10832594
You would absolutely have to make this one from scratch

any suggestions on how to tackle this?
the clothes are easy, but the way the hair splits, gets spiky and then turns into "horns" seems like it'd be a pain in the ass to pull off. they'd have to be lightweight, fairly stiff and also blend in with the natural look of the rest of the hair. normally, i'd avoid wearing a wig due to the heat here, but the only thing i could come up with was a two-piece setup consisting of a regular, styled wig and one that's the choker + the entirety of the horns attached to it, with the seam being hidden by the upper layer of hair. i think foam could maybe be lightweight and durable enough? dunno, if any of you have any better ideas than this or attaching huge structures to the wig's cap itself i'm all ears

and the second thing that's stumping me is how i wanna do the weird scaley skin. i was thinking of body paint and maybe DYIng some prosthetics, but i have no experience with that sort of stuff so I've no idea how feasible it'd be to maintain that sort of setup for an entire con and not just a photoshoot
the other ideas i had in mind were doing them like socks (bonus points for not having to wear shoes) and a glove, maybe out of silicon? and then just using foam and a little bit of makeup around the edges to blend it into my skin. can anyone think of any characters with a similar textured thing going on?

here's just the reference, no, there is no other (official) art of this character

Does anyone know where I could order a reverse bunny suit for my gf?

Pic rel

>>10832927
>>10832928
just realized i could instead use something like a headband and just hide it underneath the wig's layers and have that hold the entire construction together, but it sounds almost too simple to be true and i still have no idea what material would be lightweight enough

>>10833000
I don't think you can buy the whole ensemble, I think this person just used some accessories and things they had in their closet. Look for the maid cuffs, some pasties, a long sleeve that you can cut, and some opaque thigh highs.

>>10833000
Here's one. You can kind of alter it if you don't want the bra
https://www.miccostumes.com/qwxx-women-sexy-lingerie-set-net-yarn-sexy-bunny-girl-dark-set-146819p.html

>>10832927
>>10832928
This reference picture isn't doing you any favors. I'd scour the available images for this character first before attempting construction because it could change the way you approach the costume. That being said, from what I'm looking at here, I'll try to address your concerns.
>The Horns / Wig
As you point out in your reply, yes you would want to use a structure underneath the wig cap to attach and blend them with the wig. People either use a wig headband with magnets sewn in or an X made of worbla and screw that pokes through the wig and allows the horns to attach onto. As for the little thingies that poke out of the wig, I'd probably approach it the same way. Just attach it to a strong understructure and use something lightweight like stuffing then sew a pleather sleeve to go over it so it's not too heavy on your head. Kinpatsu has a great tutorial on this structure. It's her "Giant Ponytail" one on YT.

>Scaley Skin
I would grab a slick, scaley fabric (probably from Yaya Han's line of fabrics unless you can find a better source) and create gloves and boot covers from them. Then sew them onto a pair of arm socks and tights in the that grey/brown skin color. Since her feet are toesies, you'd probably want to make gloves for your feet (meaning each toe is covered) then add false nails on top. For a base, you'll want a sandal like shoe that won't have a big heel or obstruct your toes but will be better than walking barefoot.

>can anyone think of any characters with a similar textured thing going on
I'm not sure where this character is from but I honestly thought of Made in Abyss. Rather than looking for character specific tutorials though, try looking for technique tutorials instead and watch them regardless of what character is being made. That's the best way to learn.

You certainly haven't picked an easy costume anon, good luck.

Getting prepared to go to my first con but I'm going alone.
I was given the suggestion of finding a group to meet up with, even if I find them online.
Anyone know where to look for this kind of stuff? Didn't find any reddit or discords for that event or general con meetup stuff.

>>10833075
Facebook is the most helpful for stuff like this. You should be able to find groups or events for the con you’ll be attending by searching “(con name) 2023”+whatever you’re looking for (e.g. cosplay gathering, meetup, hotel sharing). You’ll also get a program guide at the con that will tell you where and when all of the events are.

Any recommendations on how to keep the collar of a cape popped up? The cape is a pre-bought one so I'm not sure how feasible it is to add wiring or interfacing

I heard that people sometimes spray a mixture of corn starch and water but I'm not sure how effective that would be.

>>10833124
Thanks, did manage to find 1 Facebook group about the con, didn't find anything specifically for meetups but I'll just ask there

>>10833263
Forgot pic.

>>10833075
If you give us the name of the con, we can do a quick search for you.

>>10833046
>>10833050

Thank you!

Yes, I figured I'd have to piece a few things together, I was just hoping the main part (leggings/shrug top) would be available somewhere but that's okay.

I love the look of how high up the legs come. If I were to buy a bodysuit and carefully cut out the leg sections to get a similar shape do you think that might work? or would that ruin the elasticity and make it hard to wear without some kind of adhesive?

>>10833284
Lvl Up Expo

>>10828624
Gloves have never fitted me. I want to make a pair out of stretchy fabric. How should I go about it?

>>10833300
No. The elasticity wouldn't be ruined but it wouldn't have anything to hold onto. It's like the equivalent of holding a rubber band between two fingers and then dropping one finger -- it's just gonna sadly hang off of the other finger loosely. You would need to add an elastic band around the high leg and ideally a silicone band too, but desu I wouldn't hold my breath on it staying up -- especially with the angles its doing.

>>10833386
>Open youtube
>gloves sewing tutorial
>acquire gloves

>>10833363
Looks like it doesn't exist. If you want to organize one, you'll probably have to use their facebook page or or something unfortunately.

>>10833386
hand turkeys

>wear glasses
>cosplay has a full face mask
>breathe
>glasses fog up
Is there an easy solution to this?

>>10833602
Contacts

>>10828624
if I just want to spray and drybrush a cheap nerf gun into a sci fi prop weapon, what are the best brands/what brushes would I need?

>>10833602
Get anti-fog spray. It's designed for ski or swim goggles but will work just as well for eyeglasses, you can find it in any sporting goods store.

What's going on with Dr. Orpheus' pants? I assumed they were just dress pants, but they hook around his shoes at the base like stirrups. Is this some sort of athletic/leisure wear?
I know that cartoons are always abstracted but I'm not familiar with what the base design is meant to be.

>>10833610
if you're only drybrushing, you don't need any particularly good brushes. you can even just use the brushes used for house painting or pick up a cheap pack of painting brushes (pic rel) from amazon or your local craft store.

>>10833671
they definitely look more like stirrup pants rather than slacks
if you just look up "stirrup leggings" you should get more of an idea of what they're going for

I need some EVA foam for a hat block- where can I get it in blocks, not sheets? Looking for 10-15 cm.
I can glue it together, but if I try to use the 10mm sheets it would be mostly glue.

If I’m ordering a costume from someplace like ezcosplay and one of my measurements is a few inches off, should i ask them to alter it a little in the special instructions box? And how should write that sort of request?

Planning a Goromi cosplay, do I go with Honey (left) or Gold (right)? I'd like to get a softer shade than the actual bright yellow

>>10833779
I'd go with the one on the right. Even if you want a softer look, since the character is meant to be wearing a wig in-universe you should go for something that looks bolder rather than more realistic.

what are some good cosplays for someone with jim morrisons haircut? i dont wanna go as jim because weebs wont recognize it

>>10833774
They won’t alter it for you unless you pay for a custom costume.

>>10833843
Thanks, it makes sense! I'll go with that one then.

>>10833862
It doesn't matter because you'll wear a wig anyways

Kwik seal is my best option for filling seams and relatively small gaps in foam right? You cant really sand it though from what I've heard and how difference does it look painted compared to foam

>>10833602
I unironically got LASIK just for cosplaying.

I'm ludicrously late to the party and finally opened a tumblr account with a view to posting gothic lolita coordinates and dark aesthetic type stuff. How do I get people to know I exist? I follow hundreds of tumblrs but have zero notes, reblogs etc after a month of posting - I'm not interested in internet clout, but feeling less like I'm shouting into the void would be nice.

>>10833971
Followup question, what primer would you recommend, I've just been using plasti dip for stuff but I was sure what my options are

>>10834018
Tumblr is kind of the wild west of social media. Anyone who is popular on there is simply in that position at the random whims of fate. Just keep posting, follow other accounts, comment and use your tags. That's all you can really do. It is the void. If you want more community, you should cross post to Instagram.

What kind of jacket is this? Like if I'm looking for patterns, what would I look for?

>>10833971
Kwik seal can't be sanded because it's silicone so it'll shred. Put the kwik seal on the seam and dip your finger in water to smooth it out, and then let it dry. Clean up any kwik seal outside of the seam by wiping/scraping it off.

So I'm new to this whole cosplay stuff but I really want a high quality maid outfit, since all the ones I see are low cost with cheap materials. Is there any store that sells such a thing made with little to no synthetic fibres that are common in lower end dresses? Anything I find that might be close is also made for much shorter people.
Information to consider I guess
>male
>6'2"
>170lb currently

>>10834419
synthetic fibers aren't an indication of something being higher or lower end. and in fact, since china has cheap slave cotton, cotton is more closely associated with low end items.

>>10834433
I guess you're right, I mean more like something that has some weight and better materials to it rather than a lot of typical cosplay dresses you see that are like a single layers of polyester stitched together.

>>10834435
Just my opinion but I would get this commissioned if quality is important to you and you want nice fabric. Not saying ones don’t exist that are fine, just another idea. Good luck!

>>10833971
I like using either GapFilla on straight lines,or FlexiFiller for joints that are curved. Both products are decently costly for how little you get, so there might be better shit out there for the cost, but I like these. You can wet sand them both.

>>10834444
Yeah I was thinking this too maybe, is there anywhere you'd recommend to look for someone to commission? Thank you for the suggestion

>>10834448
Read the faq

I want to do rule 63 Kiryu Coco but have no idea where to start. I haven't seen any other versions of it even in fanart. Anyone got tips on how to handle this?

>>10834284
I don't know if there's a name for the jacket, but looking at the elements it looks like a cropped jacket with welt pockets, a standing mandarin collar, and a rounded edge to the jacket flaps. You could start off with a base pattern and add the collar, pockets, and decorative bias tape edges.

>>10834644
Having a design is the first step of a genderbend, my friend. I'd say commission an artist to draw it. It'd be a lot easier to control how your outfit looks if you do it that way anyway

What's a good way to attach plastic bits to gloves?
Got some 3D printed 'armor' pieces, only plan so far is to try double-sided fabric tape once I get them painted

how do I make the red lights from this faiz cosplay?
If I get a led strip, can I power it with batteries?

>>10835037
Should I use this EL wire thing? Just ordered one but I don't think it's going to look good

>>10834808
It depends on type of fabric, size of pieces, and such. I'd recommend gluing over taping if you're using an adhesive.
The best way to get something to stay on is by using a physical fastener, be that straps, rivets, or stitching. Because your hands are constantly moving and flexing in big and little ways you really want to make sure stuff is secured - but again it's hard to be specific not really knowing your scenario.

>>10835037
>>10835040
The cosplayer most likely used EL Wire or LED strips. I don't know the source material, so I can't say for certain but it would look a little better if they used something to diffuse the light. Whether that's a translucent film over the plastic or light filtering foam, etc.

>>10834808
Heavy duty fabric glue has been my favorite method.

Usually attaching resin pieces to tactical gloves.

>>10833669
Thank you

I've been trying to find a wig head tripod on Amazon, and all I can find on there are shitty cheap Chinese ones. Should I buy one anyways?

Thinking of this one: https://www.amazon(.)com/Mannequin-Training-Manikin-Cosmetology-Hairdressing/dp/B08G4CRKGF/ref=sr_1_1?crid=26LM438IS7Z85&keywords=gex+wig+stand+tripod&qid=1675744124&refinements=p_89%3Agexworldwide&rnid=2528832011&s=beauty&sprefix=gex+wig+stand%2Caps%2C1514&sr=1-1

I own a tabletop wig stand already, I just don't know if it'll work well as I style my long wigs. Maybe I'm just overthinking it? ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

I'm probably going to wait until Arda restocks their Fromm ones.

>>10835117
kys

>>10835117
Honestly the quality of Chinesium has gone up a bit over the years. I have a photo tripod with some nonsense no-brand name that I bought off Amazon two or three years ago that has held up just fine. I suppose follow the typical online order approach of checking for genuine, detailed reviews with photos should be good.

>>10835256
Yeah, that's what I was thinking.

since I cant find the stupid jfash questions thread maybe someone here knows... what was Atelier Boz renamed as? its like Aplesto or something. but i cant remember what it is actually called. can someone help a nonny out :3

>>10834644
agree with >>10834800, start with a solid image of what you want to make and don't be afraid to alter things as you go along to see what works and what doesn't. If you are serious about it and want a high-quality product, you may want to commission someone to draw the design and (someone else) to make the cosplay. I can definitely think of a close adaptation design, but I'd need to charge for the art.

I'm working on getting in shape, once I'm /fit/ I want to do a Wesker cosplay. Is his S.T.A.R.S. uniform shirt supposed to be a long-sleeved shirt with the sleeves rolled up past the elbow, or is it a short-sleeved button-up with cuffed sleeves? If the latter, where might I find a shirt like this? All of the short-sleeve button-ups I've looked at have sleeves too short to cuff them and have them end where his do.

My girlfriend got just the worst pre made 2B off of ali and I can't sew for shit so I was wondering is there like a recommended cosplay site like micostumes or something to get a good 2B from?

>>10835054
>>10835069
I'll go for fabric glue instead, thanks.

I am in need of a website with 3D model for printer, more specifically a shotgun

>>10836139
https://www.thingiverse.com/search?q=Shotgun&page=1&type=things&sort=relevant

>>10835547
It looks like rolled up long sleeves to me given the shape/size of the cuff and the length of the sleeves.

I plan on cosplaying Noah from Xenoblade 3 and I want to have his sword on me. Ive found one from "ezcosplay.com" and "AliExpress" anyone have experience with these sites? They seem kinda sketchy not gonna lie, cant find it any where else and I have no skill to make my own

>>10836198
Thanks Anon, that’s the conclusion I have reached as well. Now I just gotta figure out what color his pants are. Can’t determine if they’re black or charcoal or grey or what

>>10836261
The answer to your question is in the faq

>>10835796
Tbh all premade costumes are pretty shitty, especially for costumes that should be form-fitting like 2B. They try to cut costs wherever possible so sizing and materials are not good at best, total shit at worst. If you want a really high quality one, it’s best to commission one from a cosplayer or seamstress instead of buying one from China.

>>10836261
What about finishing a 3d print of it.

>>10835419
It’s called Alpstola now. https://alpstola.theshop.jp/

Okay, one more question about my upcoming S.T.A.R.S. Captain Albert Wesker cosplay: Should I prioritize contact lenses or sunglasses? His shades are arguably more iconic than his glowing red slit-pupil eyes, but I don’t really want to have to wear sunglasses indoors at a convention center. This is really entirely opinion-based, I guess, so any thoughts and inputs are welcome.

>>10836587
Prioritize sunglasses. They're way more iconic. If you're indoors, you can pop them back on when someone asks for a photo.

How is this for Aki? I'm new to cosplay and having some issues with the ponytail.

1. What are these types of wigs with the built in parting called?

2. Any suggestions for good base wigs (white, heat resistant so they're dyeable, also with bangs) which have this parting already?

Any recommendations on how to transport those 104 cm swords? Material is supposedly wood.

They are too big to fit in carrying trunks so it seems like the only solutions are to use some sort of longer case (gun, instrument, or ski maybe?) or shipping them but that's like at least $80 to $40 every con

How easy would it to disassemble these so they can fit in a trunk for transport?

>>10836730
no specific name, searching on ali look for "fake scalp wig with bangs"

>>10836783
a lot of cosplayers use golf bags.

>>10836329
Generally for video game cosplays I like to look up if there have been model rips (searching DeviantART for XNALara ports, models-resource, Nexus model ports) to get a clean look at the character without the ingame filtering or stylized poses. I was able to find this one pretty quickly, the pants texture looks more black than charcoal gray.
https://www.deviantart.com/efrajoey1/art/Albert-Wesker-STARS-1998-625628088

>>10836905
Oh shit, thanks, great tip Anon.

>>10836920
>>10836905
Just realized though, that’s for the 1996 original version where he basically did wear all black, I’m shooting more for the 2002 REmake version where his outfit is a bit different in terms of coloration, but still great tip, I should hopefully be able to make use of it for this

>>10836730
They're called skin caps. Depending on the dye you use the skin cap might also be dyed so I'd recommend trying to find a wig in the color you want rather than dying. Both the skin cap and the wig fibers are plastic so dyes that will work on the wig are very likely to dye the skin cap. They're fairly expensive but both Arda Wigs and Epic Cosplay Wigs have lots of color options with skin caps that are heat resistant. Their shorter wigs don't typically have skin caps, but most of the longer ones do. If you have to dye the wig I'd recommend getting a wig without a skin cap. It won't be as realistic, but most people don't look that close anyway. Worth noting that most wigs from Arda and ECW have long bangs that you'll need to cut yourself.

>>10836795
>>10837168
Thank you anons! Thank you for the dying tip, I'll try hand dying with sharpies to avoid dying the skin cap

I’m trying to fix a bald spot on faux fur/add freckles.

I’ve figured out a technique that requires a tool that i don’t have and also don’t know the name of, but it’s a very very small tool that has this going on on the eyelet. i can’t remember if it’s a needle or a tool with a handle. does anyone know what this would be called/where i could get one? bonus points if the hinge opens with a button in the handle

>>10837255
Latch hook needle?

i have everything i need for an octoling cosplay besides their weird shirt, you guys know anything similar to this shirt i could wear? i dont think anybody makes even regular ass leather/latex long sleeves like this

Tried to do a crossplay of Jill from Va11halla but idk if it turned out that well. Any thoughts?

So I need to cut out a design in the chest area of a leotard, what's my best way to approach it? Pic related for the one I'm cutting

>>10837321
Cute but clean and brush your wig

>>10837363

I can't remember the exact order of operations but you have to reinforce the cut out area properly.

I saw a tutorial on youtube ages ago. But I cannot find it now. Look for the term keyhole. That is what you are trying to do.

Maybe these will help?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZI9Yarn5QRA

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i54KDj8yiG8

Ever see a green/yellow jacket like this before? I've been searching and have found nothing comparable. I think it's probably more of a parka/windbreaker type of thing since it's hooded like that.

>>10837363
I'm assuming you're wanting to cut a hole in a bought leotard. As the other anon said it's called a keyhole. I don't think you can get 100% professional results by cutting a hole out of a pre-made leotard. For best results it would need to be patterned with the keyhole in mind. That being said, this is how I would go about cutting a keyhole out. I'd get a nude colored stretch mesh that matches my skin tone decently. I'd trace the shape out onto the leotard and then pin the nude mesh onto the inside of it. I'd sew along my marking with a stretch stitch, sewing the two pieces together. Then I'd carefully cut out the hole of the leotard while avoiding cutting the nude mesh. This should give decent results.

>>10836664
The tail end seems fine but the base is very limp and I'm sure that's what's bugging you about this ponytail too. Since it's gravity defying, you could approach this using the same techniques as a spike (like Sora from Kingdom Hearts) or approach it like an ahoge. With the latter, you can create a thin foam base (or thin wire and tape, etc. etc.), paint it black, and then glue hair to it in the desired shape, then stick it through the wig cap so it sticks upright. Whichever method you chose, there's some good youtube tutorials on it.

>>10837316
It looks like a leather/pleather shirt with a useless silver zipper and one of the sleeves missing. You could find a shirt with a similar material, cut a slit to embed the zipper, then cut off the sleeve and hem the armseye. Sewing would be neatest, but you could accomplish it with glue or hemtape,

>>10837443
ntayrt, but this is the best method I've seen. You essentially create a facing for the keyhole. I've heard adding interfacing can be helpful for the integrity of the keyhole too.

>>10837463
ayrt. interfacing can definitely help, but if you're going to use it on something like a leotard you'll need knit interfacing, which does exist but can be hard to find.

>>10837395
>>10837443
>>10837463
>>10837653

Thank you for all the advice, it's definitely been helpful. I found some knit interfacing at our local shop so I think I'll go that route and just cut the hole and see if the interfacing can do its part.

>>10828624
I want to order a custom cosplay but it would be my first time. What is the usual expected budget for pic rel, the character I want to be?
Also, is Esty one of the good places to lurk around?

>>10838036
If you're talking about ordering a premade, you'd be looking at sites like Micocostumes. And be aware that you'd only be receiving the fabric parts of the costume. The guns and armor very likely wouldn't come with it even if you could find this seemingly niche character.

You're likely going to have to commission a seamstress / sewist. You have to seek one out yourself. You can look at places like Facebook groups, twitter, and instagram through the tags. And again, you'd likely only be buying the fabric dress and maaaaybe some of the belts unless you can find a prop maker too.

I can't give you a specific price estimate because I'm not the maker but the entire costume would be a small down payment on a car most likely. If you reduce it just to the fabric components and maximum the head and shoulder armor, it could be a couple hundred dollars.

What happened to the Crossplay thread?

>>10837321
sorry anon you need to sculpt your body more and use some makeup. Also your legs look good

>>10829188
Since the thread is still up, I guess I might as well report back
Had a good time at the con and a good time cosplaying. Got a LOT of compliments on it, even from people that didn't know the series. Did buy the pre-made costume, but I didn't like some parts about it so I made modifications as well as props.
Really happy with how those came out and I'm already thinking about how to get started doing a full armor cosplay (And how to find a friend that can sew and might need a prop-maker).

I did not do a good job taking pictures of myself though

Now that Aranea Black is dead, is there any other website with good free corset patterns?

>>10838667
Looks like no one has started another one up. Same with the Aliexpress thread. It seems we're slowing down a bit more than usual lately.

does anyone have a bamboo/ silk wig liner they would recommend, or know where to buy one that is quality? Price doesn't matter, I just want something that a gull has experience with.

>>10838667
Sculp my body more? Do you mean get in better shape or pad certain areas?

>>10838348
I did find two people: the first offered it for a two thousand dollars range and the other offered it for $500. Like I said, this is my first time commissioning custom cosplay so I don't know if I'm overpaying, underpaying or what. The $2000+ one sounds like a scam, since it would be the average price of a costume in general, and I checked the pictures that some costumes they made definitely do not fit that price range from how average(?) they look. I feel like $500 range fits, from how 'simple' the costume looks. The only thing that would be likely hard is that big case to her hip, which is included in that price.

>>10838803
If they're offering the costume and props, the $2000-ish one actually sounds more reasonable given the cost of materials and labor that would of into making everything. It would be vastly overpriced if they're only making the clothes though.

>>10838785
yes

My group's looking to go as the Dungeon Meshi crew. Any clues on what to do for wigs? Places we've bought from before have been of dubious quality and difficult to work with.

I think I heard something about Priscilla wigs big good?

>>10839036
They're pricier, but both Arda Wigs and Epic Cosplay Wigs are good. They both have lots of styles in lots of colors. Arda has two fiber types, a silky one that is semi tangle resistant and their classic that is good for spiking and lots of volume. Epic is fairly tangle resistant in my experience.

If I have a felt hat I want to change the color of, would it be better to paint or cover with another material of the color

Does anyone here know of resources for dress design similar to the style and era seen during the carnival of venice?


Also any tips for crossdressing as a guy for said event

>>10839227
If you have no sewing experience then painting would be easier, but I'm not sure how well it'd turn out. I'd do a spot test with paint to see if you like the look, maybe on the inside. You'll need to use fabric paint or regular acrylic paint mixed with fabric paint medium. If you don't like the look of the paint then you can cover it instead.

How do you deal with conventions that forbid bringing in bags/purses/backpacks?

I bought a bag to go with my cosplay then found out last minute I couldn't bring it in. My cosplay didn't have any pockets so I had to leave behind my bag that I was going to use for holding merch , batteries, sanitizer, props. I had to put my phone/wallet in my socks :C

Next time how should I prepare better to bring in necessities while cosplaying as a character that doesn't have a lot of pockets?

>>10839585
fold up a reusable bag and hide it somewhere on you?

Curious noob

If I bought
https://www.amazon.com/Lightweight-Fleece-Outdoor-Recreation-Pockets/dp/B098D1Y2XP?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1&psc=1
could I cut sections of white fleece and glue them to the sides to make Holland's patterned jacket? Or should I get a white one and then dye the black parts black? Or cut up a black one to sew on white sections?
No way I can make one from scratch unless I find someone else to do it for me. Even sewing together segments will be a task of mythic difficulty for me considering I fiddle for awhile just to put buttons back on and they always snap off again soon because apparently I never use enough thread. That's why I was thinking of fabric glue using the black jacket itself as the base for adding the white sections, but maybe that's absolute madness I'm simply unable to see.

It took me a two months of sniping to find the mid-calf sneakers. Holy fuck I hate that his design uses a reference to a contemporary sneaker line that is now out of production. I delved into the amazon mines hoping that someone decided to make a knockoff. I found only one, for women, and almost all of their sizes were out of stock, including the size equivalent to my men's size shoe. After a couple weeks checking in on their page I finally saw them in stock so I snapped a pair up.

>>10839585
i always sew a secret pocket under the skirt or top.

I want to start crossdressing and I'd like to do so as a gothic lolita, are there any cheap stores for crossdressers so I can see how I feel about it?
I'm somewhat of a rectangle so I doubt women clothes would work on me.

>>10839651
I even like that the blue is a bit darker than the original because I kind of want my costume to look a bit more rugged than bright

>>10839651
>could I cut sections of white fleece and glue them to the sides to make Holland's patterned jacket?
Yeah, you could do that. Will it look neat or finished? No, but if that's the skills in your wheelhouse then you can make something manageable if you work cleanly and neatly. If you know someone in your life who sews, it'd be a very simple change for them to make. Just pay them instead of asking for a favor.

>Or should I get a white one and then dye the black parts black?
No, you can't partially dye that strictly. It'd bleed into different sections and would be a mess to deal with.

>Difficultly putting on buttons
Yeah, buttons use a lot more thread than they look! Going over each section 4 times and then using a thread shank (aka a very big knot then wrapping the thread around it to hold it down) is usually how they're held down. Also most sewists use stronger thread than the rest of the garment if they want to ensure it won't fall off. It's not a hard skill at all if you're willing to try it, but if not, fabric glue could... work? Maybe "passable" is a better word.

>>10839659
I'd suggest looking through some older archives to find the crossdressing thread. There was some resources in the opening post that good be helpful to you. I'd also suggest checking the lolita threads for resources (don't ask them questions though, they very much do not like male crossdressers). Youtube is also a great resources and way more beginner-friendly than here for baby lolitas.

>>10839674
Thank you anon, will do

>>10839659
> cheap
You already failed. Lolita takes investment. If you aren't ready to commit, don't do it. Buying garbage isn't worth it.

>>10839659
Hi anon, lolita here: I'd caution against starting your crossdressing journey with lolita since the fashion has a lot of rules that can be hard even for female wearers to get right at first. Idk how familiar you are with the fashion, but I recommend doing a lot of research on the dos and don'ts of lolita before wearing it. Here are some really good resources for beginners:
http://www.fyeahlolita.com/2009/10/how-to-avoid-being-ita.html
https://lolita-tips.tumblr.com/post/25657675882/a-beginner-lolitas-guide-to-getting-started
https://thelolitaguidebook.tumblr.com/thebasics

Unfortunately, a lot of /cgl/ lolitas are very narrow-minded and insist that only women can wear lolita, but I'd say the community at large is actually pretty accepting of crossdressers and GNC people once you leave 4chan.

I can't give much advice about crossdressing since I'm a girl, but femininity and elegance are very important in lolita regardless of gender. Makeup and wigs can help achieve that, but they might not be necessary depending on how feminine you already look.

The image attached is a good example of a crossdresser (Sena from the band Jiluka) wearing gothic lolita. I'm sure the picture is heavily edited, but you get the general point about the power of hair and makeup.

If you just want to try it out but aren't sure if you'll like it, you can find lots of cheap lolita on Taobao. It probably won't be very good quality since good lolita is pretty expensive, but it might be good if you just want to test the waters and not waste $200+ if you end up deciding that lolita isn't for you

>>10839693
I forgot to mention, this video might also be helpful: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vERhLMvJwwc

So in my cosplan for Flower Fairy Miku, I need some advice of what flowers to get for her dress. They will go around the hems of the sleeves and the skirt, both are similar to the shape in the sketch, but the plumerias on the right are foam, where the daisies are fabric. Should I get the fabric flowers and dye them, or the foam plumerias and paint them by hand?

>>10839733
You won't be any to just dye the white part without also dying the yellow center. If you want the yellow center then I'd get the foam ones and paint them.

>>10839827
Ok, thanks.

I'm a complete noob, any ideas on how can I make the roach arm?

I may be attending Anime Boston this year. I know nothing about make up, and usually my sister does it for me, or I pay a cosmaker to do it at the day of the con.
Where could I find someone to pay to do my cosplay make up? It's my first time visiting the US and I'm a bit lost.

>>10839905
You're going to want to make it out of eva foam and have the top part hallow with something in it for you to hold on to. I'd recommend looking at Odin Makes on youtube for videos about eva foam. I think you'll learn more from his videos on how to layer, glue and sculpt eva foam than I can put into a comment, but the basics are that you cut multiple layers of 10mm eva foam that are the basic shape you want, glue them together with contact cement and then dremmel it into shape. You'll probably also want to put either wire or a carbon fiber rod in it to help it be more rigid.

im 5'4 should i get a cosplay katana thats 80cm or 104cm?

How many cosplays does the average con goer have? I started going to them last year and I only have 2 so far

>>10839733
When I look at the illustration, I see fabric flowers with a gold bead threaded on.

>>10839974
People lead totally different lifestyles and con attendance per year, so it's hard to say. It's also different if you buy vs make your own. In my personal opinion, it sounds like you're worried about fitting in and the comparing yourself to others. That's the antithesis to the point of the hobby. It's meant to be about YOUR fun. If one new costume a year is what constitutes that for you, then that's your magical number. Some people like to have a new costume every con, some wear a new one every day, most rewear old costumes so they only have x amount of new ones each year. It really depends on your lifestyle.

>>10839963
Depends on the character you’re cosplaying but cons are more likely to let in shorter props.

I'm using EVA foam to put together a set of armor and I want to use snap buttons to connect certain pieces. What's the best way to attach/glue them on and should I do it before or after painting the pieces?

>>10840075
Glue the snaps on before painting. Your best choices for glue are generic superglue or hot glue.

What is the collar that Shinobu is wearing called? I've seen this before on school uniform designs from a VN i'm almost certain but I have no idea what its called or where to find one

Here's another pic from the front

Stupid question: What is this? A specific style or outfit? Where can I find more stuff like this?

>>10840390
it's a (kawaii) dirndl

>>10840391
It looked like a Dirndl but those don't usually have that type of blouse/top with the dress?

>>10840390
Reverse image search says this is from a book on how to draw national costumes from around the world. According to the moonrunes, this is their depiction of Portugal's national costume.

>>10840272
This definitely looks like fantasy nonsense. I don't think it exists irl. It looks like a mandarin / standing collar but it doesn't make much sense if we're to believe that the tie is tied beneath it.

>I have no idea what its called or where to find one
You're 100% going to make or commission this piece or buy a character-specific costume from a premade shop.

>>10840404
There isn’t a place for Americans to buy these outfits is there? Norway also has beautiful Bunads for example but you can’t just find an online retailer that’ll ship to the US.

>>10840390
do you mean where to buy it or just for more information? if it's the latter, folkcostume.blogspot.com has done a fantastic job at cataloging costumes from all around the world.

pic is hungarian

>>10840272
It's a mash of a Mandarin/standing collar and a modified cape/pilgrim collar, possibly a sailor collar for the backside. AKA it only exists in fantasy. You can make it by modifying patterns for a Mandarin collar + upper half of the bodice. It should not be tough to make.

holy fuck, im retarded
I was commissioning a custom cosplay and we're both ESLs.
>Ordered a prop: $300.
Yeah, that seems good. I want to add an another prop to it because my budget is more than that.
>$350
And I assumed that was an extra $50.
We selected on a monthly payment, and I just realized that $350 is supposed to add on that $300.
It's more of my fault of assuming things instead of asking to be sure but damn, I wish I can walk back on the adding the extra prop. I'm not sure if I can add "Can I pay for the first prop first?" or "Sorry, I misread the price, can you put the extra prop on hold/can the extra prop be taken off?"

>>10840625
Ask if they’ve started on it already. If they haven’t, just tell them there’s been a change to your budget or some other white lie. If they’ve already started, you’re SOL.

>>10840777
I admitted I misread the price and asked the guy to put the extra prop on hold, but I can do monthly payments on the prop I ordered first. The guy agreed on both of them. I guess honesty pays off more than white lies?

Where could I buy a Suigintou cosplay?
On Taobao I see these two:
https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a230r.1.14.213.648252f0DxUgza&id=691504065685&ns=1&abbucket=8#detail
https://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a230r.1.14.1.648252f0DxUgza&id=697211350530&ns=1&abbucket=8#detail

But I'm not very convinced. Also is there a second hand store like Lace Market but for cosplay?

>>10841011
Well I used the archive and Icos looks shit tier, disappointing

>>10841011
>is there a second hand store like Lace Market but for cosplay?
No but there are tons of secondhand fb groups you can scour.

>>10841231
to add, the closest thing i can think of is the mandarake cosplay shop. you'll sift through a lot of trash though

>>10841011
There's Lumikha Cosplay Resale if you're looking for a secondhand marketplace. I've never used it though, only gotten ads for it on Instagram.

Where do I find shoes like this? Thrift shop? Also any tips on making boots from shoes is appreciated.
Source: http://www.gyakuyoga.com/bset/bset-kurauza-san-kutu_En.html trying to do Krauser from DMC.

>>10841332
Am located in the US btw

Don't know where else to post this. Black fabric dye rubbed off on my rare as fuck light gray fandom purse (faux leather) and now it's looking mucky as hell. I want to kill myself right now. Do any of you have any suggestions for getting this crap off? So far I've tried dawn soap + water and lightly rubbing it with a magic eraser, unfortunately I don't have any white vinegar but I can get some tomorrow.

>>10841332
I wouldn't recommend those shoes as a base. They don't have the necessary heel. To make the shoe armor, you'll want to look up tutorials on "boot covers" and EVA foam armor. EvilTed, PunishedProps, KamuiCosplay, KinpatsuCosplay, etc. will have full tutorials and even patterns on the matter for you.

>>10841436
I would try taking it to a professional. A dry cleaner, leather worker, or purse restorer maybe?

>>10841445
Good idea, I'll try that. I just saw that magic erasers are abrasive and can damage the finish on faux leather so now I really want to die. I really hope it didn't get damaged, it didn't even take any of the ink off....

Where can one commission a similar mask? Or are there stores that sell generic cute robot masks?

I am absolutely obsessed with her butterfly hair bows.
And while they seem like a simple thing, I can't find anything remotely similar. Not even just a monarch butterfly-patterned ribbon that I could make into a bow myself.
Please help.

Hi, I'm pretty new to all this. Using wigs in cosplay seems to be very common, almost to the point of exclusion. Does anyone ever just style their hair for cosplays, with temporary color or the like? Assuming that it isn't some impossible geometry hair style or something.

I'd prefer to work with my own hair over a wig, am I falling for a noob trap?

>>10841591
>am I falling for a noob trap
yes. use wigs always.

Are there any good resources for finding local people who cosplay/want to cosplay?
I want to try doing more, but I'm no good at sewing or fitting.
I'm really just hoping to find someone that is willing to help with the parts I'm not good at in return for prop work I guess

Hello! I am currently working on a Gwyndolin cosplay and wanted to know where people get stuff like this for jewelry, I'm not sure where to ask.

>>10841488
In the first row of results on etsy: https://www.etsy.com/listing/845714186/dark-orange-monarch-butterfly-hairbow?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=monarch+hair+bow&ref=sr_gallery-1-4&cns=1&sts=1&organic_search_click=1

>>10841591
Do people do it? Yes. Does it look good? No. It's not so much that people can't possibly have similar styles to anime characters, it's that human hair doesn't have the volume nor ability to stay oil-free for an entire con day. It's at best, something for pictures only.

>>10841622
Facebook groups, instagram/twitter hashtags. You're looking for someone to commission. I doubt anyone would prefer a prop over just being paid for their time and effort though.

>>10841626
My guess would be that they 3D print it (using their own file or one bought online from sellers like The Dangerous Ladies) or make it and paint it with EVA foam.

>>10841636
I should maybe have been a bit more clear on the photo, that is a model from a video game that I'm working on as reference, i was thinking it would have been too small for Eva foam but i am pretty newbie.

>>10841637
I would just make it out of 2-3mm eva foam that would be easier to make and more comfortable to wear than 3d printed parts.

>>10841322
I can vouch for having used Lumikha to both buy and sell. Sometimes people don't check their email and I've had to nudge them on social media but I've never gotten scammed or felt a listing misrepresented what was for sale.
>>10841591
At least from a male perspective, 9 times out of 10 you should use a wig. You can maybe get away with using your own hair if the style is short, very similar to your day-to-day look, something you are experienced with styling, or intentionally messy. Like, I've seen natural hair used for Kaneda, high-hold styling done for Wolverine, or growing out hair for months to be Winter Soldier. But if you want ANY sort of anime style or color get a wig - real hair isn't going to hold its shape all day on the sweaty con floor and a 5-buck can of Party City spray-on color isn't going to get nice even coverage. Plus with a wig you can spend time styling and prepping it long beforehand, then put it on and be done with a minute or two of primping day-of rather than spending an hour in your hotel room in front of the mirror.

What is the name of this upper part of the dress? I would like to buy this really plain one (that I'd sew to my skirt) but I apparently don't know what to put to search fields, it always yields some overdone polyester blouses

Any air brush pros here? I got a decent compressor and guns/nozzles, but the paint continually gets stuck and fucks it up, no matter how much I thin it. Whats your go-to brand of ready to go air brush paint?

I have a cloak that I'm pinning together with a large brooch. Because I have to open and remove the clasp to take off the cloak, I'm thinking I'll need to reinforce the fabric in some way and it would be nice to mark the spots where I insert the pin.
Would adding small (~1/8") grommets to thread the pin through be a good solution here? Or should I work with something simpler like interfacing behind the fabric?

>>10841635
Ah, gotcha

>>10841720
The top part of dresses is called a bodice. A bodice with no skirt is just a blouse. I've never heard of buying just the bodice part to sew to a skirt. If you want a simple button up bodice like in the picture, you might look at thrift stores for collared button up shirts. They're very common, and you can remove the collar pretty easily to get something similar to the picture. A lot of them are 100% cotton and can be dyed any color.

>>10841794
Many thanks, I just realised that bodice is also a part of the local costume, which could make it even more likely to find. I thought of the sewing because the seam would be covered by apron anyway, but I'll look into it further. Also where can I find the cuts (as in the parts of the fabric that I cut out printed on paper. I thought I could leave my obvious esl vocabulary behind me but apparently not) for maid dresses?

>>10839659
If you're still around reply to this comment. I don't mind giving you some advice (been there 10 years ago), but if have you already fucked off or changed your mind I don't want to write for nothing.

>>10832305
This is very interesting. Because while I found places that have good and varied fabrics in Japan I can't say the same for laces. Sure, there are a few that have some (even Japan made laces), but they pale in comparison with China and Taobao, where there seems to be literal millions. In fact laces.taobao alone trumps anything I saw in Japan. A shame because I know [some] Jap and navigating Japanese internet is infinitely better than the utter shit that is Taobao, which lately has become unbrowseable. Rakuten on the other hand is a pleasure to use (well, except the few stores that don't take gaijin CCs).

I haven't looked for laces for a while now. I'll give Japan another shot next time.

I'm aiming to make this, but I'm a bit uncertain about the pumpkin head. Would it be better to make two hemispheres and then cut into them to add the pumpkin grooves, or should it be individual parts that curve and I should stick together?

Wondering if I should ask this here because I plan on cosplaying it or on /fa/ because I need something similar for the cosplay.
But this Blouson went out of production in roughly 2018 and I'm wondering if it's possible to get something similar to it or custom made? Otherwise I'll have to look into doing this myself for a FPA cosplay.

>>10841848
I think the word you're looking for is pattern. Etsy is a good place to look. Lots of people sell patterns you download and print out on your own printer. Here is a princess seam bodice pattern https://www.etsy.com/listing/986690634/princess-seam-bodice-block-pdf-pattern?click_key=e4016dd107abaad31482304508d1f475ae5e410e%3A986690634&click_sum=f11e5ecb&ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=maid+dress+pattern+pdf&ref=sr_gallery-1-2&organic_search_click=1&pro=1&sts=1&from_search=1 A princess seam refers to the seam across the bust. A fitted dress either has princess seams or darts. I also found a maid dress pattern on etsy here. https://www.etsy.com/listing/1016105791/diy-maid-basic-dress-fantasy-japanese?click_key=e2eea278e6b4836615f5627dde3c8597ba95267a%3A1016105791&click_sum=d2511519&ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=maid+dress+pattern+pdf&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&organic_search_click=1&from_search=1 If English is an issue and your country has fabric stores, they will sell patterns with instructions in your language. Just look for a basic princess seam dress pattern.

>>10841912
I would make the pumpkin halves out of eva foam and then dremmel the grooves in. Pepakura could also be an option.

>>10841926
Nothing about it looks especially more complicated than an average jacket for a commissioner to do if you have enough specs and reference material. Not sure if you could find a generic version but it'd be worth spending the time browsing for double-breasted jackets anyway.

>>10842024
Do you have a good place to start looking for this sorta thing? I'm not much of a /fa/ggot but you can also just tell me to go fuck off and read their sticky.

What's the best primer for a 3d print that I'm going to paint white? I've seen people recommend rustoleum filler primer but it's a medium/dark gray color and I don't want to have to use a shit ton of paint to cover it up.

Can foreigners make accounts on bcy.net?
I want to look at Chinese fanart for my husbandos more than the cosplay.
Why is this "latest" page on bcy.net taking so long to load?
I just want to look at all the hidden Chinese art gems but it's not loading?

How would I go about making the blouse for this? I've tried twice but I get a strange fit and a ton of puckering on the seam between the white and blue portion.

>>10842608
It would be helpful if you attached a pic of the one you already made or told us more details about it so we can help you troubleshoot.

>>10842608
Okay anon, did you use 4-way stretch knits with EQUAL amounts of stretch for the blue and white parts AND did you stabilize the shit out of the fabric before you started sewing? Did you make mock-ups and pinned and marked to see where fabric should be taken in before making the final pattern pieces?

>>10842608
idk but have sex with me after your cosplay is done

I'm thinking of making a nurse Makima cosplay. Where is the best place to get the dress?

>>10842706
>open youtube
>where to buy cosplay
>pick one of the first videos, the one by Sachii is helpful
>pick one of the websites
>search for nurse costumes
>read reviews
>purchase

>>10841786
Interfacing is a good solution that's both easy and cheap as the cherry on top. It'll still wear down over time but it's easily replaceable and you don't have to make visible alterations to the outside of your cloak.

>>10842706
>makima
Unironically go to actual hell for having shit taste

>>10841786
Pin through a piece of felt

Looking for an advice about kitsuke / kimono.
I’m looking for tabi socks, but the actual real socks, not the stretchy stuff you can find on amazon that feels like your normal puma socks.

Any idea where I can get that?
I’m located in west eu

>>10842903
I got a cheap pair to take home after staying at a traditional Japanese inn one time

>>10842651
embarrassing to post because its so crappy but it looks like this
>>10842660
I can't find 4-way stretch in that blue/indigo color locally. Is that a make-it-or-break-it thing? How would you recommend I stabilize the fabric? I'm guessing interfacing but I'm overwhelmed with the options to choose from. I'm a beginner at sewing so I don't really have a lot of technical knowledge or skill.

>>10842987
>because its so crappy
It's really not that bad, friend. Don't be so hard on yourself. It's just in the working stages before being finished. It's not an easy fabric or shape to work with.

I'm ntayrt, but before taking your garment apart, I'd suggest trimming the seam allowance and clipping the corners (ie. clipping vertically into the fabric every half inch or so along the curves and taking triangles of fabric from the corner parts to allow the non-stretch fabric to ease around those corners). If that doesn't work, try experimenting with stitch length on some spare pieces. If THAT doesn't work, try using a walking foot and monitoring the amount of tug the stretch fabric is getting because it does look like some stitches are not evenly spaced or in the same direction.

I have no idea who I should cosplay

>>10842832
>>10842893
Thanks for the tips!

>>10843224
Think about your time, skill, and money. That will help narrow down your options.

i'm playing a concert on saturday and i'm thinking of doing a cosplay as genderbent power since our opener is kick back
i'm working with a friend of mine to 3d print some horns
i'm not really sure what to do about my hair though. it's long and brown. is there any good way to temporarily dye it blonde?
also i'm the drummer and sat in the back, is there any point in getting rx contact lenses just for the show?

>>10843279
*rx power contact lenses, i saw these online
https://www.mocoqueen.com/collections/chainsaw-man/products/chainsaw-man-power-red-yellow-costume-contacts-rx

>>10843279
Why go through the labor of ruining your hair when wigs exist, are cheap, good quality, and available on Amazon

>rx lenses
No, they look cool but they're uncomfortable and limit your visibility if they're even safe to begin with.

>>10843483
>why going through the labor...
honestly i just didn't know that temporary hair dye wasn't that temporary until i did a bunch more googling last night lol...

>no, they...
noted, thank you

I styled a rather cheap amazon wig I got for the first time and it turned out well, but then just as other reviews complained about, it got tangled. Apparently some had it tangle straight out the package so I got lucky. I just ordered a different one, but could I have salvaged it? :( I boiled it and put it in fabric softener as seen online but it didn't do much.

>>10842987
Okay it doesn't look as bad as I thought it'd be.

Your main issue appears to be stabilizing the fabric. It's basically getting stretched out during the sewing process.
Ways to work with it (you can use any one or mix of the techniques):
1) stabilize the fabric. Stay tape, wash-off stabilizer, spray-on fabric stiffener, etc etc. There are lots of products out there and different knit fabrics handle them to varying degrees of success.
2) walking foot for your sewing machine. Unfortunately the pressure of the foot squashing delicate knits again the feed dogs is enough to warp some fabrics.
3) the right stitch/right needle. Given how it doesn't look like you have skipped or loose stitches, I assume you're already using the proper needle for the job. The right stitch might mean longer stitch length, a narrow zigzag stitch, and/or dedicated stretch stitch setting on your machine so that the thread doesn't warp and push the fabric. Again, this part takes experimenting on scraps to find the right length/width of stitches for your fabric.