/cgl/ - Cosplay & EGL

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Where could I find a good pair of similar looking red and green contact lenses? I'm considering cosplaying as Suiseiseki and can't seem to find any that would fit together with each other or fit the cosplay.

I have pretty sensitive skin, but also have heavy beard growth so my 5 o clock shadow is fairly noticeable even a few hours in & it's hard to do makeup to really account for that. I've been considering just waxing it 2-3x over the course of con season, but am worried about potential long term issues with regrowing. If it's just an occasional thing am I probably fine? Otherwise, is my best option gonna just be get really good with makeup?

>>10855201
Post your Discord lets talk.

>>10855635
It's in the FAQ but to give you the tl;dr honeycolor or pinkyparadise

>but am worried about potential long term issues with regrowing. If it's just an occasional thing am I probably fine?
Your hair will grow back just fine. If it didn't the waxing industry would be in trouble. Focus more on caring for your skin before and after. There is such a thing as sensitive-skin waxes. It absolutely benefits you to spend the extra cash on getting your waxes from reputable salons and better products.

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Oops, dropped reply. Yours it the green text

>>10855663
>Your hair will grow back just fine. If it didn't the waxing industry would be in trouble.
anon it's a fact that waxing causes trauma to hair follicles which will kill them eventually. it varies from person to person, but waxing often thins out hair over time due to permanently killing the follicles.

>>10855500
Does anyone know where I could buy wings like these (preferably shippable to EU)? All wings I keep finding on etsy are gigantic and those on amazon.de are just extremely low quality (that one's on me through, I don't know what I expected). I'm still new to cosplay, so I'm not sure where else I can search

Can you glue/sew Velcro strips on to compression clothes?

>>10855800
Yes but glue/sew them on while you're wearing the clothes. If you glue/sew them on while you aren't wearing them, the fibers will stay in their unstretched position.

What material would be best for making Purah's clothes? The jacket at least looks like linen to me but I'm well aware that linen is a pain in the ass with how easily it wrinkles.

>>10855500
I have never cosplayed before nor have I ever gone to a convention despite living really close to Comic Con all my life.

I might want to try it at a small "fest" next year so I want to know, where do you get good high quality wigs? I hate the trashy, plastic sheen-y look of cheap wigs

I sort of asked this in the last thread but I wasn’t really pleased with the response so I’ll try a different approach how do I get my hair to look like this?

are the cosplay orgies real
have you ever heard it happening in a room

>>10856162
no retard

>>10856157
You condition them, tease them, crimp them, and/or drench them in baby powder. All synthetic fibers are gonna be shiny even the expensive ones.

>>10856177
this is a help thread, retard. your incorrect opinion isn't needed.

>>10856177
>tease them, crimp them
Is this why zoomers do this shit so often? No wonder their wigs look so bad. Also you seem to not understand the difference between the sheen of high quality wigs and shiny bright trash that tangles in minutes.

Anyone got an updated list of online wig shops? The one i got from here years ago is basically dead.

Excluding taobao cuz my google-fu is dogshit

pls post an example of a high quality wig that you* own

im looking for someone who has the zelda totk artwork book. if you know anyone who have it i need to see this pattern in full. it would help me so much.

>>10856043
I'd also say linen.

>>10856158
Start off with a long hair wig, then hold your scissors vertically to feather the tips. Lightly mist hair spray, blast it with a gentle bout of hot hairdryer, then pinch and shape the tip with your fingers. Hold it until it cools. Remember that synthetic fibers will take shape as they cool, not with heat like natural hair does. If you look up some youtube videos, it'll be easier to visualize.

>>10856200
The one in the current FAQ should be alive, but in short:
>l-email
>arda
>epiccosplay
>taobao / aliexpress / amazon

>>10856810
Try /wsr/

why don't we have drawthreads here anymore?

Ordered a custom cosplay a few months back when the con date isn't settled, so I just gave the guy "I need this done by August". I know its the same month every year so there are no surprises. Recently, the date was now settled to the last week of the month. Three months left and the guy is still working on the order of the customer after me. I want to update the guy on the deadline that now has a date but I didn't want to make it seem like a "gotcha" or something impatient related. So how would I type that?
He did told me that he would work on mines after he finishes the order. He's a lone guy so I could guess the other customer ordered something really fucking huge because going by the updates on Twitter, it was some very complex guns and military outfit I've ever seen.

>>10855647
Are you still around? bellblush#8908 if you'd be willing to help.

>>10856884
Since covid, there's been less and less users on here. The ArtistAnons likely just aren't around anymore or there aren't enough of them. If you want to start one, you're welcome to. Just know that it'll be slower than you remember.

>>10856937
To be honest it sounds like there isn't an issue with the date if it's still within the same month and actually happening the last week of that month. It sounds like you're feeling a bit nervous because you haven't received as many updates as the other commissioner. Remember that just because you haven't seen it posted on twitter doesn't mean that your commission isn't being worked on. Ask for an update if it helps.

"Hey, [commissioners name]!
The date for the convention that I'm planning to wear your commission at has finally been released. It's [date]. Now that we have a concrete date, I was wondering if we could talk about scheduling? I know that you're currently working on another commission in addition to mine, so I wanted to get a feel for your schedule and where you're at currently with the project. In order to have it in time for the convention, I would need to have it in by [date]. Does that work for you?

I look forward to hearing back from you.
Best,
[Your name]"

>>10856951
I sent you a friend request I’m at anime north this weekend. I can help more on Monday night / Tuesday. velent

>>10855500
I want to use a couple of compression sleeves in my cosplay but they keep rolling down. Is there something like suspenders/garters but for sleeves?

How much could I expect to pay for a good custom cosplay commission? The character I want to cosplay is underground enough that there's no pre-made shit on the market, and the outfit is fairly complex with a giant arm attachment, so it has to be someone who knows what they're doing.
I've contacted some sellers on Etsy but they haven't gotten back to me, and I'm also not sure where reputable cosplay makers sell their services.

>>10857421
Depends on how much work it is to do and how good you want it to look. Can you post the character design in question?

I recently ordered a mask, pic related, which looks great but doesn't fit my face super well. I'm been experimenting with different placements for padding to make it comfortable to wear but its always either squashing my nose or the sides are floating well away from my head.

The mask is made of resin (~2 mm thick), but the store I bought it from doesn't list exactly what kind. What are the odds that I can reshape the mask a bit with some heat? Is there a best practice for doing this (heat gun, boiling water, hair dryer, etc)? Or is this a terrible idea?

I feel like if I can 'bend' the mask a bit so its a bit more triangular than flat that will both bring in the sides to fit my head and create some extra room in the front for my nose.

Bad idea? Good idea? How do?

>>10857432
One quote I got is 1k.. seems like a fuck ton, maybe an investment I'd be willing to make for a very high quality cosplay. Swords would be an additional 500.
Not sure if that's a reasonable price or not for just the outfit, I would prefer an outfit with little polyster but would definitely use polyster if it took off some of the price.
New to commissioning cosplays so just looking for some idea of what is overpriced and what isn't.

>>10857460
Hmmmm. Yeah, unfortunately that's a pretty complex looking outfit to make. If you want it to look good, $1000 probably is in the ballpark for something custom made. I don't know where you are commissioning from, but when it comes to quality you get what you pay for. You don't want to pay $400 for something and when it arrives it looks like you got it from spirit of halloween, you know?

Possible option is to break up the commission into smaller parts and shop around with different sellers rather than doing it all in one place. That much work doing all by one person is a lot to ask, because its a lot of different kinds of work. But, for example, if you order JUST the dress + hat from one seller and the arm pieces from another, and buy your own black leotard? That gets you like 80% of the way there, easily enough to be a recognizeable and functional costume, and you get your cloth work done from someone who specializes in that and your armor work done from someone who specializes in that, without having to find one person who does everything. This might mean that you choose to forgo certain pieces on your first outing, like the legs, but you can buy those later and split your costs over time rather than doing them all at once.

I can't promise that doing that will save you any money, splitting your work to different places might be more expensive. But its an option I would explore.

>>10856840
No bitch my hair not a wig and why tf did you regurgitate the most basic wig tutorial known to man if I’m getting a wig I’m getting a lace wig not some aliexpress shit

>>10857560
You idiot, the methods don't change whether you're using a cheap wig or expensive one. And you can get lacefronts on Aliexpress, it's a type of wig not a brand or mark of quality. What you meant to say was synthetic vs human hair or cheap fibers vs higher quality like kaneklon. Also, the advice would be the same even if you're using your own hair. This shows how little you know and yet how loudly you bitch. I hope you go bald.

>>10857746
>advice is for synthetic wigs
>it would be the same for natural hair
you're retarded

>>10857762
I'm begging you to get a clue or gtfo. The way you hold your scissors or apply hair spray doesn't change whether you're styling human hair or synthetic wigs. The only difference, in this specific example, is what temperature sets the style. I mentioned this in my original post when I explained both.
>Remember that synthetic fibers will take shape as they cool, not with heat like natural hair does.
I genuinely don't know what answer you're expecting if "cut using this technique" and "apply this product" was not the answer you were looking for. Alucard's style is extremely basic -- just wispy bangs and layered ends which are achieved using the method I fucking told you. You don't even need to build volume because his hair is thin and slick. I also directed you to more resources if that didn't satisfy you. If you're not happy with those answers, then figure it out yourself. You've gotten more than enough attention from multiple people here.

>>10857894
i'm not even the OP, you just sound retarded.

>>10857463
That's an excellent idea, actually. I found someone willing to do the clothing and shoes for a good price, so I can look for someone who specializes in crafting armor stuff for the arm piece + swords.
Didn't think about splitting it up but it's going to work out much better than putting everything onto one person. Commissioning cosplays is a lot more in depth than I thought, but that's what I get for picking a character that's not well known & quite complex. Thanks for the advice anon, really appreciate it!

I'm trying to buy 3 items from the same seller on aliexpress and the site is charging me shipping for all 3. Is there a way to combine the shipping to save on cost? I messaged the seller and they said they couldn't do it.

Will I be able to hide the headband underneath the wig?

>>10858251
Yes depending on how rigid that halo is, but you'll need to cut a hole in the wig to get it through then restyle the wig to hide the hole.

I wanna do Vulpes Inculta but holy shit the only wolf/coyote head dress I can find online are all 500-1500$
Why can I find so many good vulpes cosplays online? How did all these cosplayers get their hands on their head dress? Did they make them? How?

>>10858485
I know a way to make helmets/headdress that have fur, but it's a pain in the ass to do because you'll have to put a lot of work hours on it.

Pic attached is my inosuke mask, it could have ended better if I had more time to work on it (could have worked more on the hair patterns so they would look nicer, also the nose and ears weren't fully finished)

>>10858527
Yea thats what I feared. Seems a bit ambitious for my first cosplay. Maybe I'll just have to buy a large wolf plush, disembowl it and try to make it look okay. Kinda like picrel. I'll make up for it by putting more effort in the armor itself

what would be the best way to attach this helmet to the wig?

I have the stl for it here, but thought of editing it so it includes two clips that I can fit through the wig while putting it over the wig, or creating a head band that would go under the wig, with a slot poking out, so the helmet could snap to it after putting on the wig

>>10858532
Strong magnets on the helmet and wig to attach to one another is the easiest way.

>>10855500
How am I supposed to find new cosplayers?

>>10858700
Be more specific. Finding them online? In person? At cons? etc.

>>10858530
Try Halloween stores like Spirit (which sells year round). They likely have a prop or wolf mask

What are some good brother and sister cosplays?
We're both (wo)manlets and look pretty similar

I have absolutely no idea where to ask this, because /ic/ is more about drawing advice but not about selling those drawings.
As an artist, it's my first time making merch but I have no idea how would I start making mass-produced versions of keychains or pins. Even more so, if I could make a web shop. The shipping depends entirely on me, right? I've never done this before, it almost seems like every artist has innate knowledge of selling prints and merch but I'm completely clueless.

>>10859375
There is an Artist Alley thread, you could also ask there as well. Most of them have online shops (e.g on etsy) and are quite experienced

I've been cosplaying for 10+ years on and off and I still have no fucking idea what the (synthetic) wig meta is.
Some swear by fabric conditioner, others claim it ruins your wigs AND even your clothes.
Either way I can never restore them to their original quality. what am I fucking up?

soft water region btw if it matters.

>>10855666
>666
begone satan

>>10859196
duo/twin characters are a good bet generally, that or "(character) and (character's evil side/mirror image/etc)"
Off the top of my head I can think of the >Kagamine twins
>the MCs from genshit or some other french duo also from genshit
>Ram & Ren from re:zero
>Rin & Yukio from ao exorcist

I'm currently drafting up a pattern for this outfit, but I'm not sure what fabric I should use

>>10859435
I know that she's kind of a controversial figure here, but SarahSpaceman has a video on this particular myth. To give you the tl;dr, fabric softener doesn't really do anything and arguably makes it worse. If you want to restore wigs to close to original quality, I hear that your techniques when handling the wig (washing, drying, and combing) are more important to the end result than any one product. Some swear by Mane 'n Tail. I recently saw a video of someone restoring their wig with a steamer. I haven't tried it myself, but it did look great. If your wigs are already fucked, might as well try everything.

>>10859435
First off, at what point is your wig getting wrecked at? The brushing, styling, storing, washing, or something else?
At its core, a wig is a bundle of plastic fibers. The fibers will get warped with every heat application, even if you iron it back. If you heated up a plastic jug and bent it, then tried to reset it to original shape, there will be irreparable damage to the structure. Same with brushing out a wig, the tugging will damage the fibers over time. You can't stretch out a plastic bag and expect it to ever go back to its original shape and form. The best you can do are preventative measures, like anti-tangle sprays meant for wigs and food-grade silicone spray to minimize the fibers from tangling to start with and minimize how much brushing you have to do.

>>10859455
I don't know a lot about fabric, but i imagine that Y'shtola is a fairly popular cosplay. Look up examples of what other people have done until you find one that looks like what you want, and then see if they have any details about what fabric they used/reach out to them to ask?
Learn from the success of those before you.

>>10859541
I saw a glimpse of that video as well, and the comments surrounding it disagreeing which just makes me even more confused.
>Mane N Tail
I've used it for so long it's become nostalgic
Steamer sounds interesting. Here's to hoping I don't melt my wig or set it on fire.

>>10859564
I think it crosses the "fucked up" limit when I style with wax, spray, and whatnot. More often than not (esp with details like spikes) it becomes a frizzy, VERY crunchy and haggard mess.
That being said, I always feel like after the first wash of any wigs I buy they're not the same quality as they arrived.

Thanks for the explanation/analogy, it really helps me understand.

>>10859170
at cons

>>10859647
Go to con. See cosplayers. Compliment their cosplays and ask to follow them on social media.

>>10859620
A steamer won't melt your wig or set it on fire. It doesn't get hot enough to do either.

>>10855500
This links to a "request access" thing, and I'd rather stay anon to view a simple fucking google doc

What's a good place to get some natural looking blue contacts for dark eyes in the US? I was gonna go with pinky paradise but I'm worried it won't get here before AX and with those shipping prices there has to be a good stateside alternative right? One would hope...

>>10859729
I'm the FAQ anon. It looks like google did some fuckery with the doc's sharing settings as it was fully visible to anons before. I'll fix it when I get back from work tonight.

>>10859730
Unfortunately, the vast majority of circle lens sellers are overseas due to more lax regulations around selling lenses. Here are some stateside sellers I've found from a simple google search (can't vouch for them but they exist).
https://www.mocoqueen.com/
https://www.colouredcontacts.com/en_US/section/view-all
https://us.crazylenses.com/natural-color-lenses.html

>>10859730
http://myeotd.com/ has a big selection of natural-looking lenses & ships with dhl so it'd get to you fast but yeah it's expensive

>>10859748
update for anyone who cares: edited sharing permissions. the link should work again.

>>10858249
Aliexpress doesn't do combined shipping, which is why Taobao is usually recommended if you're buying more than a handful of things. Unfortunately you're just gonna have to eat the cost.

>>10859891
>Aliexpress doesn't do combined shipping
actually they do but not by request. some orders combine automatically after being shipped, but don't combine the cost.

Are shampoos and conditioners (allegedly) specially formulated for synthetic wigs worth it or just a scam?
I don't know if I should drop cash to give them a try or just stick to normal products

I need something to help keep an upright tail standing while holding onto a light basket like Nazrin in pic related. I tried using a bundle of 9 Gauge Anezus aluminum wire with some fishing string but that just made the tail heavy and it still kept bending away from my body. I don't want the tail to be too poseable, just how it is in the image.

>>10860219
why not use a stronger metal like steel instead of aluminum.

>>10860239
Got any brand recommendations?

>>10860219
Try heating up pvc pipes with a heat gun and bending it into that shape instead.

How would a shirt like pic related be done? I'm thinking about taking a light purple shirt, flipping it inside out, and then applying a layer of dye or acylic paint on the inside but I'm not sure if that'll have the intended effect.

>>10860244
Any should be fine just check hardware store if you want, or do the pvc pipe like >>10860247
mentioned if thats not too thick. I would just wear a mask if you heat up pvc.

>>10860133
I haven't heard of any professional makers endorsing or using specially formulated shampoos. They all recommend just soap and silicone spray (or something to the effect)

>>10860219
What's going to help keep the tail upright is the base. You could make a belt with a backplate that the bent pvc pipe goes into.

>>10860249
>flipping it inside out, and then applying a layer of dye or acylic paint on the inside
Flipping it inside out is pointless because the paint or dye is going to spread through the fibers. You don't want to dye it because the dye won't neatly stay within the lines like you're hoping. Fabric paint (or fabric medium mixed with acrylic paint) is how this person got the effect. They used highlights and shadows. You can see a dark purple, black streaks (probably created using a stiff dry brush), and light purple paint.

Can goo gone remove adhesive residue from vinyl prints on shirts? Like I've already removed the vinyl from a shirt using my heat press, I'm just trying to get rid of the glue. I know there are actual things that are specific for that kind of adhesive but I can't seem to find anything I can buy locally. Acetone would likely fuck my fabric up so I'm avoiding that like the plague. Sorry if this is more of a /diy/ question.

What material/shape type (or name of existing equivalent top/pants for reference) should I search for if I want to achieve this look? Specifically, the shape of the pants and the vertical creases/seams as shown are my priorities.

Planning to do roller skating Barbie for a con, but I’m torn on how to approach the bodysuit. Someone was selling it on Etsy, but the quality looks like shit.

Should I get a plain bodysuit and paint the details on or just go onto a fabric printing website and upload the design there before sewing it myself?

>>10860801
Feel like it would be more economical to just get a brightly colored leotard and some compression shorts and just use fabric paint on them. Emulating that retro 80's paint job doesn't seem like it would be that hard to do, just a bit time consuming. At least if you do the paint job yourself it will be easier to make the hat match.

>>10860755
For the pattern, look for something like jodhpurs or jockey / horse-riding pants. The lines on the pnats are either to indicate the fabric (like corduroy -- though I don't think that's the fabric used here) or style lines which are just seams added for decoration. I see that this outfit has them going throughout the entire outfit, so adding non-functional stitch lines might be your best best.

>>10860801
Definitely go with Spoonflower or some other fabric website then sew it. Painting on stretch fabric is such a pain and it isn't worth potentially having ugly cracks or breaks in the paint.

I do see the other anons point that painting is more economical and easier to match though... Maybe some paint tests are in order? Try something that have flex to it. Fabric medium perhaps?

>>10860817
Have you never used fabric paint before? It's whole purpose is that its paint that's flexible. The worst you'd have to deal with is having to paint multiple layers to get a good finish.Obviously going from light to dark is going to be infinitely easier.

Forgot there was a stupid questions thread.
>>10860826 this, but also going to mention I was considering Sabertheory. Probably just the middle tier and not the $400 one.

Would this work as an alternative to Kwik Seal?
https://www.selleys.com.au/products/putty-and-fillers/flexible-gap-fillers/selleys-no-more-gaps-bathroom-and-kitchen/
We don't have it over here and all the sealants I could find were 100% silicon, which I've been told you can't sand down.

As a pudgy man, is there any circumstance in which I can get away with wearing a full spandex costume like pudgy women can, or am I doomed to only cosplay as characters with layered upper body clothing to hide my fat?

Hey /cgl/, just some more questions on these Coraline gloves if anyone can help. They're probably basic because I don't know any better

https://www.handylittleme.com/coraline-gloves-knitting-pattern/

I've found these instructions, but I can't knit myself. On Etsy someone has their own that they sell for around £50, but someone on Fiverr says they'll do this for me for around £20 once I sent the instructions. The difference seems stark. Would there be a big quality difference or anything to watch out for? I've never even really used Fiverr or actually even ever commissioned anything.

Secondly, how do I work out sizing? I don't know if I'm missing something but the page just mentions the length of the gloves, which seems a bit useless if it's also including the wrist. How can I tell if these would be too big or small for my hands based on these instructions?

has anyone commissioned a 3d printed prop before? how much did it cost? whered you find the seller?

>>10855500
Ok so I'm trying to do the belt for a cosplay of Zelda's white dress from botw, I decided to make it from foam and paint with flexipaint. Just wondering should I glue all the pieces together then seal with a gloss top coat or seal each piece separately then glue them together? Probably a dumbass question but this is my first time dealing with foam and i wasn't sure which way would look best lel

>>10861038
Seal all pieces separately with heat and then glue them together. After that coat it with whatever you prefer be it mod podge or plastidip. Foam is pretty much like a sponge, so you have to hit it with a heat gun to prevent it from absorbing glue or paint.

>>10860975
just buy the £50 ones for god's sake you've been asking for months

>>10861038
Seconding other anon's advice. If you paint (or topcoat) then glue, you're just gluing the thin layers of paint together rather than the solid foam, making it more likely to come apart later.
It will be more difficult to paint and still get nice clean lines on separate parts but it's worth the trouble.

im triyng to do a angel devil cosplay a,d wonder where can i find wings big like this or how can i do theme

How long should my petticoat be if my skirt is 60cm long? I've never had a skirt of this length, and it doesn't look right with any of my pettis

>>10861403
You dropped your photo anon. I'm guess you mean from Chainsaw man though? You can either:
A. Buy them premade from places like PartyCity, SpiritHalloween, or Amazon
B. Commission them
C. Make them yourself following a tutorial. There's plenty of options on youtube, but to give you the tl;dr the most commonly used one uses that thin plastic sheeting that comes with packages to create feathers on a wrapped wire base. Since the Angel Devil wears a suit, you'll need to wear a harness or split the seams of your suit and button down shirt.

>>10861421
Try cross posting this question in the lolita thread. They'd probably be able to give you a more thorough answer or direct you to their FAQ. I'm sure someone will come along and answer you here too though.

When it comes to sealing EVA before painting, when would I use flexbond over plastidip? I have both available, originally I assumed you did flexbond first and then plastidip over it.

I have a pair of Daft Punk gloves I'd like to display when I'm not wearing them. What's a good way to do this?
It's a little tricky because the gloves are tight-fitting elastic fabric, I don't think something like mannequin hands are the right choice because I'd have to really try to get them on and off. Ideally I'd like to 'pose' them in the triangle position of picrel, but any display better than "laying them flat" would be great.

>>10862069
I'm not sure why you'd do both, I'd say one or the other just depending on personal preference (or cost/availability). Foamsmiths use a lot of different sealant. At least in my case the process goes
>heat-seal foam (hit it with heat gun)
>spray-on seal (plasti-dip, rustoleum leak seal), usually a black or flat color so it doubles as priming
>paint, weather, glue on addn'l stuff
>clear-coat (can be rattle-can rustoleum, though I'll use transparent plasti-dip or leak seal if it's something like a weapon that can use the extra protection)
Although it's good to seal your props, remember that more layers will cause a loss of fine detail so don't overdo it.

I have a pistol prop that I bought for a cosplay that came with a silencer. Thinking its a pretty versatile prop and I could easily reuse it.
Any cosplay ideas involving characters with silenced pistols?
For clarification, I am a white twink with a youhtful face. Agent 47 would require a bald cap and those usually look like shit. Snake would require at least some facial hair (which I cant grow).
Pic is just some random png from the internet, mine doesnt look exactly like that but close enough

>>10862069
I would only use flexbond if you have errors or bad seams to clean up. It takes multiple coats and you have to wetsand it to get rid of brush strokes. Plastidip is the lazy way to seal foam if everything looks good already as it wont gap fill much at all. For painting anything that will flex alot like armor I like to use platidip to seal and color or another flexible paint after plastidip.

I want to cosplay as Tatsumaki but how the heck do I hide the pantyline and not have it show at all?

>>10862206
Anya Forger

>>10862277
high-leg panties

So I'm printing a power sword in translucent resin and want to use crackle paint to give it the lightning patter effect. Anyone have any good suggestions on brands or ideas to better do this? Most come out looking like lizard skin then the effect im looking for.

Is aliexpress the only major site for pre-made genshin cosplay
I want more venti cosplays and I have all the ones from dokidoki and aliexpress but I want more. Making new designs is hard

>>10862277
Have you tried raw cut seamless thong underwear? Those usually don't show under tight clothing. If even that shows, probably some kind of stick on strapless panty. Not comfy but it gets the job done. For more modesty, skin tone dance tights will also work. Just make sure they're dance tights and not pantyhose.

How would I go about making a head like this?

>>10862324
Highly depends on skill level and what materials you have
You either carve some material to make it or you 3d print it
But unless you have a printer with a 400mm or larger width bed it's going to be very hard to do

>>10862277
I just got flesh-colored thongs and pulled up on the side straps to hook on top of my hip bones

>>10862317
>Aliexpress
This is like asking if eBay or Amazon third-party resellers is the only major site for shopping.

You can go to the source, the original cosplay stores on Taobao/Tmall that aren't resellers to see each store's different take on a Genshin cosplay. DokiDoki is a huge reseller as well and they source majority of the costumes from these stores, hence the different "tiers".

Anyone have any suggestions on how to make this hat? Currently following this video (https://youtu.be/ceDxKRhDt50)) but it doesn't seem to work for a hat this large and all attempts to reinforce the sewing interface have not really worked. Tried reinforcing with metal wire in a few different ways and nothing worked. Diameter is 40". Debating just ditching the fabric approach and making it out of foam...


>>10862324
Personally I would try making out of EVA foam. Get the base shape with bent/molded sheets of EVA and then get the finer details with like eva foam clay. Admittedly haven't used the foam clay but seen a lot of videos on it and it seems like it would work perfect for molding the hair and details.

>>10862348
I would definitely choose foam if I were you. Or make essentially a crinoline for your head

So I was thinking of going to AX as a Dead Beat, I've never done cosplay or anything like it. Feeling like maybe I shouldn't try it, anyone think it's too amateur that looks bad?

Is it cringe to cosplay 9S by myself if I dont have a 2b?

>>10861051
iasked months ago but i don't think i've been asking for months. i kind of had to let it lie a bit, now i'm just asking about quality from Fiverr

>>10862528
No. I've seen plenty of solo 9S's and plenty of solo 2B's as well.

I want to try out heat transfer paper and the easiest one for me to get is this one but there are a couple online reviews that are kind of making me pussy out of buying it, is there any good reasonably affordable brands of heat transfer paper that you can order online fast that you'd recommend? The designs I want printed aren't very big, they could fit in the area of a yugioh card or pocket calculator and they aren't very detailed either (just detailed enough that I would need to turn to heat transfer paper), and the material I want to use it on are both black and one is 100% cotton and the other is 65% cotton and 35% polyester.

>>10862575
I used TransOurDream brand transfer paper before and it came out pretty nice. The print was crisp and it didn't peel off. If you're a burger, you can get it in 2 days with Amazon Prime.

>>10862576
I am, I'll look into that, thanks.

>>10862575
Personally I can vouch for the Avery brand one in your picture. I've used it on t-shirts and on leather without issue.
Just make sure you follow the instructions, dark transfers are more like a VERY thin vinyl and a little different than light iron-on
>print with inkjet
>don't flip the image before printing
>cut out before ironing
>iron without steam on hard surface
>use enclosed paper between iron and fabric

>>10862584
Alright I'll keep that in mind also, they sell it at my Walmart so if I'm feeling too lazy to order anything online I'll just grab it while I buy milk.

I wanna do a You're Next fox-mask cosplay. Where can I get a really high quality one?

>>10862489
If you're having fun and feel good, that's all that matters. It's hard to remember that all cosplay started off simple now that we live in an era of easy access to mass manufactured costumes.

Speaking from experience, you'll feel better being there in an amateur-ish costume than plain clothes. And there will definitely be other people in simple costumes too. Just go have fun and live a little, anon. You're overthinking it.

>>10862592
You could try halloween stores like SpiritHalloween. Otherwise you could commission it if you have the time and money.

>>10862489
>>10862614
I'd also add that people will react positively to a striking or distinctive costume even if they don't know what you're supposed to be. Many times I've had someone take a picture of or with my cosplay and afterwards they ask who I'm dressed as.

What are some good sources for cosplay boots for men? I had the Funtasma costume boots and they did ok for a cheap and quick solution, but the pleather-y material started to flake off after a couple years just in storage.

I'm willing to spend more for good quality boots, as I can use them for different costumes (Jedi, anything fantasy, Link, etc). Heck, even real leather sounds good.

>>10862630
>real leather
At that point you have to go to a shoemaker and order a custom commission, enjoy the $600 minimum price tag

>>10862592
You make it yourself either with resin or 3d printing then glue the fur and paint it

>>10862620
You're right, thanks for the confidence boost!

>>10862630
There aren't really any good sources unless you plan to commission them like the other anon said. Most people just find a pair at the thrift store and modify them or buy a specific pair from a cosplay store. Nowadays, even shoes you'll find in stores aren't made with high quality materials.

Any tips for priming polyurethane foam? I've tried mod podge and 3M 74. Mod podge doesn't give me the coverage I need so there's huge inconsistencies between my pieces, and the 74 just makes these horrible globs all over my pieces

What's the best way to dyi the helmet? On a budget

>>10862783
EVA foam. You can get a roll at Michael's/Joann's. The shape is simple enough and seems to be the same thickness so a roll or two should be enough. Then you just need primer, filler, sanding, and paint. If you have materials lying around, it should be cheaper, and if not, you're making a small investment for future projects. You might have enough left over to make a prop weapon too.

>>10862682
Have you tried a spray primer like plastidip?

planning to do a bondrewd cosplay, thinking about the helmet. current plans are as follows :
1) get a 3d model of the helmet (either https://www.printables.com/en/model/112592-bondrewd-from-made-in-abyss#preview or https://cults3d.com/en/3d-model/art/helmet-made-in-the-abyss-bondrewd ) and get the paper pattern for it. then print it and make the helmet with foam (comfortable with it and pretty cheap BUT i have no idea on how to make the visor see through + no idea on what model to pick)
2) 3d print one of the above helmets and sand the results (no idea on the price but i guess it's more sturdy? also the aforementioned problems)
3) buy aliexpress premade helmet (last resort since it's pretty fucking expensive)
Clothes I can manage, but I have to look out also for the rest of the armor, which i have no idea so far. thoughts?

I’m searching for a high quality Megumin hat for my friend (actually for my friend). Does anyone have a good recommendation?
Most of the ones on google look kinda low/questionable quality.

>>10862958
What is your question exactly? The three options you gave are a personal preference based on your skill, time, effort, and money.

First convention since Scarlet & Violet came out. Has anyone found a place or has made this ball yet?

Hello lads, very new at cosplaying here. Is ironing on patches to a polyester jacket a recipe for disaster, or is that just an old wives' tale? Been hearing mixed reports on this

>>10855500
I’m here to ask about making a prop weapon from the fallout games, ideally fallout 4. It’s my first con without my family and I want to go in a costume. I figured a fallout vault dweller would be an easy one. I don’t have a sewing machine so I’ll have to buy a premade suit like pic related and I plan to customize it a bit by adding knee pads, elbow pads, and combat boots from a local army surplus shop. I’ve got my bottle caps to paint and I can even borrow a leather satchel from my dad. Hair and face styling is relatively simple too. The only thing I’m missing is a weapon and I wanted to make at least one part of my costume. Ideally I’d like something that I could make in a month with about 7 hours a week. Although heavy weapons look great I don’t want to have to lug one around and they’ll take longer and are more expensive. I was thinking something like a pipe pistol made from actual pipe or another rifle made from foam.

I don’t know where to start or even what foam to buy if I was going to make one. Any advice, recommendations, or tips are appreciated.

>>10863675
Polyester melts under high heat because it's, you know, plastic. Iron-on patches generally require high heat to adhere to fabric since the adhesive is heat activated. If you have no choice but to use a polyester jacket, sew the patch or put velcro on the patch and jacket instead of ironing it on.

>>10863679
Read the faq

Dumbass got the wrong sort of wig for twintails and I don't think I could pull off some of the insane styling tricks to get around this. Thinking about doing half up half down twin tails and chopping the excess. Would this look retarded? I am unable to buy twintails in time I think for my con which is in the coming weekend

>>10863705
You'd have to be really good at cutting and thinning layers to make it look good. I've cut long wigs shorter when I need a wig that's in between 2 lengths and the bottom remains really thick and full if you don't spend the time to thin it out.

>>10863352
You could try commissioning someone on Etsy for it. There are tons of stores there that do customized Pokeballs (including customizing the shape, not just colors).

Any tips on getting her longer back skirt to flare out without the structure being visible? I saw Sarah Spaceman's tutorial on making a hoop skirt specifically for this costume but I don't like the visible hoops.

>>10864051
You'll want to make a hoop skirt then sandwich it between layers of your skirt if you want it to be invisible. This will make it hard to store, but it's the only way I found to make it work.

>>10864056
Did you have issues with the hoops being visible under the lining? I really want to get that smooth unrealistic anime look.

Any recommendations for a wig like this, ideally from epiccosplaywigs? I'm not concerned about making a fake hairline, but rather I'm a bit nervous about making this slicked back look he has. I'm thinking maybe I should start from a bob and trim it down from there, but I'm not quite sure....
>>10864186
NTA but in my experience with hoopskirts, just having a separate layer of fabric that serves as a cover for the hoopskirt smooths it out quite well. You just want to make sure it's properly attached to the hoopskirt and not a loose piece of fabric on top of it.

>>10864528
For slicked back styles, you need to get a lacefront. Otherwise the wefts will be visible when you slick the hair back. Epic's Atlas or Crios look ideal for you.

I don't know anything about wigs, do I need a teasing brush to be able to back brush/back comb a wig? Or does any bristle brush work?

>>10865435
Any bristle brush where the bristles are somewhat packed together will work, but a teasing brush is best. It's like craft scissors vs. shears. They're both scissors but one is better for the job.

>>10864186
When I made mine I added some organza and tulle between the layers to hide the hoops, but it depends on what fabric you're using.

How many times do you wear a cosplay to cons before you retire it?

>>10856162
Yes, been to one.

No, we are all so introverted no one talks to each other or makes a noise.

I'm not really into cosplay but I didn't know whether to ask this here or /jp/ but would any of you have any good recommendations for making / ordering a custom Happi?
I want to put together something like pic related
I can do the art myself but getting it onto the coat is something I wouldn't even know how to begin to approach. I saw earlier in the thread some people talking about transfers and if that's my best bet I'll look into that but if I can pay somebody who isn't completely ignorant (which I am) to make a quality happi coat I'd rather go that route.
Any suggestions?

>>10865964
Usually 3 wears = DONE.

This is the average found by companies polling in Japanese convention circles as well.

>>10866225
If you know how to sew a straight line, you can even just put the art/design together in Photoshop or similar and custom-print the fabric, sew it together for your own one-of-a-kind happi. Otherwise you can look around for commissioners or people who have made similar garments and see how they can work with you to make a custom happi.

AX inspired me to try taking cosplay more seriously and make my own stuff (or at least armor/props with foam since I can't into sewing to save my life), but due to geography I end up flying to a lot of cons. Any advice on how to make props that can be broken up a bit into suitcases? I know using pvc and breaking up weapons is an option if they're narrower, but what's the best way to do so for armor or anything else bulkier?

Can I get help getting the item components for this? I have:
-The mask
-the converse shoes

Fingerless gloves are easy, Amazon should do the trick

What about the jeans, hoodie, jacket.... etc. I'd like to do it as closely to the real outfit as possible.

The hardest will be fake machete! Where can I get this and how can I cover it in blood

>>10866265

Look into 3D printing. It allows you to segment props so its easy to just assemble them at the con.

>>10866265
Look into getting the largest hard suitcase you can and then have it so parts of the armor are removable like the shoulders. You can also stuff all the extra parts inside the chest armor.
You might also want to design around the size of the suitcase. The other option is to just use a large cardboard box and pay for oversized luggage.

For props it really depends on the size of the prop and how narrow it it but pvc, magnets or just glue at the con can work.

what do you think of casual cosplayers who don't iron their outfits?

>>10866355
They're lazy. It takes 5 minutes to iron your clothes.

>>10865964
A lot of my cosplays are more "distinctive clothes" than armor, sci-fi, or fantasy so it's not a matter of things falling apart... if I retire a cosplay it's usually due to
>no longer a fan of the series
>character has become overrepresented in cosplay
>character has become attached to an annoying meme that I don't want to be bothered about
>too uncomfortable to wear at a con, will only use for photoshoots
Because I tend to cosplay "classic" characters rather than seasonal anime, I'll regularly pull out a cosplay I've had for 5+ years. Most of my stuff I've worn at least twice but there's definitely ones that I've done five times and don't intend to retire. At the cons I go to there are a couple cosplayers who do the same thing every year and it's fun to spot "hey it's that guy!" annually.

>>10866275
I'm not familiar with that movie but I'll share my general advice and thought process for finding movie clothes:
>a note about availability
A lot of movie productions will buy modern-day street clothes off-the-rack, be aware that even if you ID "a hoodie sold at Target in 2011" it may not be easy to track down. Searching "jacket from [movie]" will probably just return low-quality replicas.
>fan communities
Search sites like Reddit or the RPF to see if fans have already ID'd anything. Sites like Spotern can be helpful, if a bit hit-or-miss.
>gather reference
Movie screenshots can be helpful but will often be color-corrected or have dramatic lighting. Try to find behind-the-scenes set photos, prop auctions, or other clear images. Take note of details - does it fasten with zippers or buttons? How many pockets? What does the back side look like? Is it new and clean or dirty and worn-out? How well does it fit the character? Are they wearing layers? Look for a scene where they put on or take off outerwear. Does their outfit change as the movie progresses, if so what particular version are you making? Learn the terminology - what's the difference between a field jacket and a bomber jacket? Levi's have a little red tag, what are distinguishing labels on other brands?
>your standards
Remember that nobody at a con is going to pull up a screenshot from the movie and line-check your fit. How much are you willing to compromise on exacting detail? If you find a shirt with a zipper instead of snaps is that okay?

RE: machete, people have been cosplaying Jason Voorhees for decades, look up what they do for weaponry

how do people usually go about doing outdoor photoshoots? i want to do one in a grungey location like an alleyway or something, but i'm not sure if i'll get in trouble. i'm also unsure about bringing my prop, a modified painted nerf gun that could look real from a distance. i honestly just don't want to pay for a photo studio as well.

How would you go about making the green chestpiece/cushions for the Kamen Rider 1 and 2 suits?
I thought about using foam as a filling and wrap some kind of green fabric around but I don't know what to use for that.
Maybe some kind of vinyl or maybe shiny green cloth?

>>10866275
Most of the clothing you could probably get at a store like Walmart or thrift it, like goodwill.

The machete you should just get online from the halloween store - ironically the quality of the nicer foam ones is actually super spot on. Just gotta weather it and add some bloodied effects and youre golden bro

>>10866848
>what fabric
something with four way stretch. There's stretch vinyl. Tbh picrel looks like it's just been painted.

>>10866573
This was discussed in the last thread (or the one before that) -- hopefully you can find it but to give you the tl;dr of what I remember the anons said was:
>get in, get out quickly. Don't loiter. You're more likely to be approached if you stay.
>Scope out your spot(s) and plan your poses in advance so that your shoot goes super quickly. One anon said they average about 45 minutes or less
>confidence. Act like you're supposed to be there. The worst they can do is ask you to leave.


>i'm also unsure about bringing my prop, a modified painted nerf gun that could look real from a distance
This might be an issue depending on where you're shooting. Just make sure you have the orange tip and maybe consider only doing quick photos with it or leaving it at home

> i honestly just don't want to pay for a photo studio as well.
Hard same. If I recall, one of the anons said you can pay certain public-ish places like gardens for a photo permit. I've also seen one cosplayer paying a diner to come in an hour early before opening to shoot. Never got word on how much though.

I ordered a custom-made cosplay and It has been four months with no update and two months left for the con. Is that enough time to ask for another update?
Thing is, seems like the guy works solo so... I'm not sure how to go at it. He did finish a really complex cosplay a month back from his twitter posts so again, not sure if he's taking a break

>>10867009
Oh shit that's >>10856937 me, thought this was a new thread and forgot about that post. Didn't get a notice that my post was replied to. I'll ask for an update

anyone know any good websites to order fur from?
I live in california so hopefully some place close to the west coast for faster shipping but ill generally take anything as long as the price is right.

no, im not making a fursuit but honestly might consider learning how since i heard it makes good money.

Could someone recommend magnets for attaching foam prop pieces (<1 pound) to a spandex suit?

>>10856974
>It sounds like you're feeling a bit nervous because you haven't received as many updates as the other commissioner. Remember that just because you haven't seen it posted on twitter doesn't mean that your commission isn't being worked on. Ask for an update if it helps.
I got an update and It was basically this, and got some pics. I was nervous for nothing.
I hope the dude wasn't annoyed or anything, I did added that I was nervous in the message.

>>10867092
Big Z in LA and Mendel's in SF both have a wide selection of decent quality fur. Mendel's has an actual storefront but Big Z only does online pickup since it's a warehouse.

>>10867241
As someone who used to do commissions, asking for an update is fine as long as you're polite and you're not asking like every other day. That being said, your commissioner should also have been reaching out with periodic updates.

>>10867389
oh cool, both sites are perfect. thanks anon.

Where can I find this hacket (outer) and these jeans?

>>10867583
*jacket

>>10867583
you seriously have no idea where to buy black jeans?

>>10867589
I want this faded-black color + loose style

How would I go about adding the branches to Madoka's bow and the part that I circled? I'm planning on making the base out of a pvc pipe.

>>10867611
Most people use foam clay. You'd just need to scratch up the surface of the pvc pipe to make it grippy.

Is it possible to use a dryel at home kit for dry cleaning lolita pieces?

What kind of dress is this?

Made bunny ears for the first time and the shape is right but they keep flopping forward/backward. How do you keep ears in place/staanding upright?

>>10856841
>buying wigs from amazon
>buying anything from amazon

>>10867883
>anon doesn't know that amazon is 99% ali/tb shit now
>doesn't know ali is the same price or more than amazon thanks to zoomers
sorry to break it to you...

what would be the most simple way to do an arm prosthetic? would i just pattern it out to sit like normal armor and only do the top side so it at least looks like it? or is there a way to do the full arm?

>>10867882
Sounds like they need more support at the base of your head. What did you use to keep the ears upright and how is it attached to your headband?

>>10867804
The lolita threads might be able to help you out more. From a sewing perspective, it's a tea or knee length dress with a gathered skirt, bishop sleeves, thin cuffs, contrasting button placket and collar, both with ruffle trim and a belt bow (also with some ruffle trim it looks like). Personally, I'd use something like the bodice from Simplicity's 3723 and a bishop sleeve pattern. The skirt, bow, and ruffles are just rectangles.

>>10867920
EVA foam. It's cheap, flexible, comfortable, and takes paint well. There's definitely some patterns you can buy out there on Etsy or independent creators' shops like PunishedProps.

Any of you know a place where I could get a borderlands 2 Salvador cosplay from?

>>10867882
Armature wire.

I'd like to 3D-print a suit of power armor for a costume. Are there any free STL files for full suits of armor that I could use as a reference?

>>10867926
That's not a lolita dress. The character is Maribel from Touhou.
>>10867936
https://letmegooglethat.com/?q=wearable+armor+suit+stl

>>10867926
Thank you for helping me out ^^

>>10867920
If you want to surround the arm there are still considerations to make like leaving space for your joints, but it's mostly the same as armor. Depending on how you put things together you can either fabric-glue the parts to a tight-fitting glove/sleeve or use velcro and straps to secure things.
I recommend searching for cosplays of characters with some sort of cybernetic arm (Edward Elric, Venom Snake, Winter Soldier, VLD Shiro, Johnny Silverhand, etc) and take in the approaches that other people take, and kind of pick and choose what'll apply to the character you're putting together.

>>10867939
most 2hus are wearing an anime-y version of lolita.

>>10867924
Cardboard base, I tried foam originally but it flopped over too. Cardboard actually stood up... for about 3 minutes before it flopped. It's sewn onto the headband

>>10867930
I'll look into that!

>>10868014
when i made bunny ears i used nails through a headband that poke into a couple inches of foamboard inside the base of the ear so that the top could be floppy while the bottom is rigid for a bit. this way you can also poke it through a wig with the headband underneath

>>10868063
o damn, I'll give it a try! Thank you everyone for your help!!

I'm trying to find a pattern to make a cape like picrelated. Any help?

>>10868391
Capes are literally just rectangles with a curve at the top for the neck so there honestly isn't much need to have a pattern, but if you really want one, each big pattern company makes one. You can use Simplicity's if you need a particular brand to look for.

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First-time hopeful cosplayer here! I have all the pieces for my first cosplay but the helmet, which I want to make out of EVA foam. Here’s what I’m planning on buying:

EVA foam
Some kind of foam glue (contact cement)
Heat gun
Primer
Acrylic spray paints

And here’s my plan: cut craft foam to base helmet pattern, heat gun to seal then glue, heat gun, add detail bits, heat gunning to fit to the curve, primer, paint, wet sand? Do I need a topcoat of some kind?
Does that sound reasonable? I don’t have much practice with crafts beside gunpla and origami… Is there anything else I should know? Sorry if this reads like my blog but I trust 4chan hobby posters, god help me.

>>10868747
get some kwik seal caulk for seams (wet your finger to smooth it out).

You don't need primer but you need to seal the foam with something, Plastidip works and is the easiest. Or you can do 5-6 layers of flexbond / modgepodge and wetsand it down.
Top coat is fine if you want to make it glossy.

Would it be weird if I cosplayed as my vtuber character and gave people business cards with my twitch channel?

>>10868808
No, people cosplay OCs all the time.
Business cards are useful, more people should use them.

Are there ever threads about historical cosplay/reenacting/larping innawoods? I'm considering putting together a Wehrmacht captain's uniform for shits & giggles.

Hey everyone. I'm going to make a curved longsword out of EVA foam soon and was wondering which of these would be good as a bendable dow rod since I can't use a straight wooden one

Gardening stick
Acrylic Rod
Floral Rod

I'm planning to have the dow run through the blade and hilt. Which one of these would be solid enough/the best to go w?

I'm searching all flat cap out there, but what is exactly the kind of cap that yasu wear? Does anyone know something close?

>>10868946
Looks like a leather newsboy cap, or "newsie", to me.

How do you handle wrinkles when you're traveling for a con? I'm trying to not bring my steamer. Does this anti-wrinkle spray work as well as a steamer?

How do you handle wrinkles when you're traveling for a con? I'm trying to not bring my steamer. Does this anti-wrinkle spray work as well as a steamer?

I'm looking to make an eevee mimikyu cosplay and I have simple ideas for the body, underbody, and fur collar, but I don't know how to make the head not look horrifying.

Ideally, I'd like to have it extend past the width of my head a bit, but I'm not sure how to do that and I can't figure out what to even google for it. Searching for helmet tutorials is only returning like Roman helms, searching for cloth masks is only returning how to make the mouth/nose masks.

There is the option to make a papier-mâché sphere with a hole in it but I think the shape would be hard. Even with a balloon as a base it would be very spherical and not clothy looking.

Any advice?

>>10869104
>Any advice?
stupid fanshit. don't do it.

>>10869075
I use the steaming iron and ironing board that comes with my hotel room, why not use that?

>>10869104
>searching for helmet tutorials brought me nothing useful
That's the funny thing about cosplay: you find the most helpful resources in the most random of places. Tutorials meant for crafty grandmas have been some of the most groundbreaking in the cosplay community. Try searching for other categories like mascot tutorials. Watch creators make projects that might be for a totally different character, but has a thin through line to what you're working on. If I recall, Adam Savage has a mascot tutorial on Youtube. Animal Crossing characters or furries might have some useful resources for you. Just go down the rabbit hole and you're bound to find something.

>papiermache and balloon ball
You would need a stronger base like chickenwire if you did papier mache. Otherwise it'd collapse in on itself and wouldn't be able to hold the ears up. A balloon ball with fabric over it miiiight work but it sounds like it'd be miserable balancing it on your head all day. Tbh most cosplayers use foam these days. It's lightweight and can support itself if you get a thick enough width. You'll definitely need a head and shoulder harness though.

>>10869104
yeah this needs a fursuit/mascot approach not a helmet approach. i would guess a chicken wire base shell covered with a layer of green puffy foam and then faux fur. an upside down plastic halloween cauldron might work as a base too

>>10869156
>>10869162
Thanks! Looking through these now, this is exactly the style I was aiming for, very helpful!

>>10869075
I know you said that you're trying to not bring your steamer but I've always had great luck with a really small handheld steamer, doesn't take up much room at all. But that doesn't help if you're avoiding the steamer for flying/other reasons.

This might not seem cosplay, but I promise it is. Are there any acceptable variants on this shoe that aren't made of fabric? I have tried, I've had no luck, and it's really tiresome to see how they need a deep cleaning after walking in them for 5 minute intervals

>>10869354
you might also get some in leather, but obviously it depends on what you're going for.

How do I cosplay this?

>>10869450
looks like regular naruto but with fangs and specialty contacts. Add some kind of orange tail. Ta da.

>>10869413
>it depends on what you're going for.
I'm going for something that doesn't get permanent stains because it touched a dirty spot for 3 seconds

I feel stuck in a rut/dated with cosplay makeup. Does anyone have solid tutorials to recommend for basic “photographs well” looks?

Not sure if this goes here but I think I fucked up. I ordered a custom cosplay, put the deadline at the date OF the start of the con but didn't think about the shipping length. I probably might be lucky and the cosplay will be finished and sent earlier but I'm retarded for not thinking ahead in the first place. I just want to type out a rant to my stupidity, its likely too late to change the date.

>>10869474
Well, I'm sorry you have to cosplay in the dirty mud fields of Vietnam. But yeah leather could work, it still gets dirty but it's easier to clean up in a pinch.

>>10869354
Unfortunately I don't have anything for you either, but have you tried sprays / sealants meant for shoes? I can't recall the exact name of the item but it's the same concept as weather proofing fabric.

>>10869490
My condolences, anon.

>>10869470
uuuuuhhhhh but how do you make the chakra cloak?

>>10869490
Just ask them, it's probably not the first time this has happened and they might be able to send it early. Can't hurt to ask anyway

Anyone have experience doing one way tinted visors like pic rel? Trying to figure if I could make it myself or if it'd be easier to get some replica astronaut helmet off etsy

>>10869750
PunishedProps has a tutorial for his Mandolorian Helmets. He lists the products and everything.

Anons, what are your criteria for a good vs. bad wig? How do you judge the color of a wig if you're buying online? I've purchased a few cheap wigs on Amazon, but I'd like something a little more natural looking for my next costume. Something in between the two price and quality points.

Just got a wig (a normal synthetic one not originally meant for cosplay) and the comb in the front tugs at my hair and gives me an instant headache. Will a wig grip solve this, or does anyone have any other tips?

>>10870073
As a fellow tender-head and frequent headache sufferer, I have fallen in love with wig grips. I have the knockoff from Amazon and not only do they keep the wig way more stead, but I find myself not needing to far less bobbypins if at all which greatly helps reduce the tension on my head. The wig grip itself isn't tight on my head either. Definitely do recommend. I'd even go a step further and say you could remove the comb at the front. I personally prefer them at the temples and back of the head anyway.

I'm buying popular anime cosplay off amazon.
It says they use asian sizes, as a 6' guy on leaner side would large be good for me?
I was worried the cosplays will either be too short or for fat people.
Should I go even bigger than asian large? I'd rather it be a bit big since I could try and take in pants, but if the legs are too short can't really fix.

Any idea how to go about getting a Charlie Brown type t-shirt? I see one on ebay but the design is only at the front inside of all the way round. Not sure how ese to get one though.

Would prefer it in a darker yellow/orange or even the original dark red. I think yellow is too bright for me while the others might even just pass as a regular shirt

>>10855500
Looking to cosplay Scar as I'm brown and finally fit enough to do so.

Already mangled a Tshirt and got some pants and bandages.
Got some lighter liquid concealer and dark bronzer to contour the face/help with the scars.

Looking for advice on putting arm tattoos, the wig and scars.

Dunno what wig to buy/shape. Is a first time n' I'm not the richest dude.

Tattoo wise, heard maybe use sharpies/henna?

Scars also heard about maybe utilizing special fx makeup/silicon prosthetics to help with the face/arm scar.

Thanks a bunch because I'm retarded.

>>10870470
You should take your measurements and then use the sizing chart for the most accurate fit. If no one at home can do it for you, you could try to walk into a place like a tailor or suit shop for sizing.

>>10870474
https://www.amazon.com/Peanuts-Charlie-Brown-Costume-T-Shirt/dp/B074H7JSKL

what's a good circle lens diameter that's enlarging but still comfy?

I want to make a shirt to cosplay as pic and I am thinking I'll buy a red and white shirt, and sow the red sleeves onto the white shirt.

I don't know how to get the 96 on it though, should I cutout the 96 from the red shirt and sow it on the white shirt or should I just use markers to draw it on? I've also heard of using vinyl but have no idea how that works

>>10870835
>should I just use markers to draw it on
If you want it to look bad, then yes.

>should I cutout the 96 from the red shirt and sow it on the white shirt
That's an option. The professional or best looking way to do this would be to:
>Use wonderunder to apply fabric 96 to the shirt
>Either turn the edges under before applying wonder under or satin stitch around the edges

>vinyl
Yes, you can and imo should use Heat Transfer Vinyl. It has to by that kind specifically. You will mirror the image and then you can cut it out by hand or use a cutting machine like a Cricut to cut the design out. Then you'll use an iron to apply it according to package instructions.

>>10870493
Is it feasible to walk into a tattoo parlor to have a stencil thrown?

>>10867092
Howl Fabrics. It's run by a big-name fursuit maker and they have good colors, fair pricing, and high reviews from lots of other fursuit makers. You are ridiculous thinking that it makes good money though.

>>10869226
>>10869162
Chicken wire fursuits are outdated because of rust. Look up fursuit head making tutorials. There are quite a few that can show you how to make follow shells out of both EVA foam and upholstery foam for that big round look that Mimikyuu has.

I have a black cloth face mask but I need to draw a big white cross over it for my cosplay, is it safe to use permanent markers from like artliner after letting it dry or do I need to buy special fabric markers for this?

So it turns out that the costume I ordered is polyester (the listing said cotton, so that was a lie) and as a result it traps heat like a motherfucker. Is there anything I can do to make it less hot to wear, like some kind of venting I can put in to the top/back so the heat can escape?

Best place to get prescription contacts?

>>10870922
Use fabric paint or something instead. Markers won't show up on fabric.

What might be the best way to bulk up a fake arm build? I want it to look somewhat natural, but beyond giving it a bone structure of PVC pipe I'm at a loss on how to build around it.

>>10870693
14.6-14.8. 15mm is when lenses start to get uncomfortable for me.

>>10871006
Maybe use spray foam around the structure and carving the rest of the arm into the foam?

I’m average looking (female) but cosplay wigs accentuate all my worst features and I look worse than usual. Can I fix this with makeup without it being obvious I’m wearing a lot of it? I’m not too good with makeup so if there’s any good YouTube tutorials for this that would be great

>>10871107
That might have to be the play. I'll look a bit into it since I've not used that material before, but thank you

>>10870866
Thanks for the update, anon.

>>10871108
I've heard that when in cosplay, you should exaggerate your makeup because the wig and outfit kind of steals away some of the thunder. There's this common experience of feeling like a clown before putting on the wig and then it evens out. Imo, what helps the most for me is lashes. My face looks so small if I don't wear lashes. They don't have to be birds' wings big, but just enough to give some shape back to your face.

In terms of tutorials,I do like watching Kleiner Pixel. I haven't recreated her looks though since they're advanced for my skills.

Hello semengulls, I am very retarded
Which resin is best for me, or the least probable to kill me and/or go up in flames?
I want to make a replica of a weapon prop I have with a glass/crystal/clear-ish effect.
Thank

>>10871836
just go to any craft store like hobby lobby, michaels, joaans and just buy their resin kit. theres different brands but they are all generally the same.

>>10871836
cast a silicon mold then pour the resin in shallow layers. resin generates heat as it dries so you dont want a deep pool of it.

What is threads opinion about ready made cosplays ? Like ones on Amazon or Ebay for about 50 to 100 bucks
Thinking about buying a 9S cosplay

>>10872152
in my opinion ready made cosplays are gay and not as cool as handmade. but people cosplay for different reasons so if you just want to have fun for a weekend and not worry about it then sure. it will be 100% plastic though so wear spray antiperspirant and stick deodorant

I think I can make the blindfold myself
the rest (boots, bag, top and shorts) would be a bit more difficult for me haha
another question: where / how can you find out if there are partys after a con ? like where the cosplayers get drunk and have fun

What's the best way to secure a foam bracer so it doesn't slide off? It's a closed piece like a tube

Where's the best website to go to nowadays to see new cosplayers? All of the old cosplay dedicated websites seem to be dead and my old standby of using Instagram tags doesn't work now that they only show me the top 9 tags at a time.

>>10872250
>Where's the best website to go to nowadays to see new cosplayers?
onlyfans

>>10872257
tfw

Been rereading TWGOK and I kind of want to do Keima Katsuragi as my first cosplay but the shoes and buttons seem like something I'd have trouble attempting to source. I'm not much of a fashion guy whatsoever and have no clue where to look for this kind of thing.

Also is TWGOK even the slightest bit relevant to anybody anymore?

what paint can I use to spraypaint my foam helmet that won't give me lung cancer when I wear it?
Are Tamiya TS-, PS-, and/or AS-Spraypaints okay
Also, what's the difference betweren them?
thank u

How do you maintain muscle definition through fabric? I'm cosplaying as picrel, and I don't want to look like a lanklet since I've been training specifically to live up to sol's physique. Any places should I stitch/shorten to make myself more imposing?

>>10855500
I need the biggest dwarf beard possible. None of the beards on Amazon are bushy enough. I need this thing to unironically be as big and heavy as pic rel.

>>10872314
Skip the black shirt or go sheer, same with the pants. Let 'em know you're Mr. Badguy

>>10872196
some context for the shape/type of bracer would help. but i would make a stuffed tube sleeve where the outer diameter fits the bracer and the inside fits your arm with enough stuffing to create internal pressure.
>>10872171
find a medium sizes group of rowdy cosplayers and ask if you can tag along for the day then ask if anyone's got plans later.
>>10872314
use a knit fabric and just make sure the cloak isnt baggy or long. probably trim it to above mid-bicep.
>>10872315
could you stack multiple beards, put one around your neck and one on your face? could also use a cut up wig or wefts to add length

>>10872196
A zipper! Or velcro or elastic bands. Dealer's choice.

>>10872250
Currently instagram and tiktok are the only places for anyone to post, but especially cosplayers. You kind of just trust the algorithm to show you

>>10872298
I think if you purchase from japanese websites or cosplay websites that have shoes, you could probably find those exact kinds. I haven't seen ones like the boy's outdoor shoes, but the girls' are easily accessible even in the states. They're Mary Jane's or round toe loafers with a strap. And the unisex indoor shoes are canvas slip on shoes. Vans even sells a pair like it.

desu in general though, shoes and contacts are the least important parts of a cosplay and are often unnoticed or disregarded for safety/comfort reasons so like... don't worry too much about it. Just do your best approximation.

>>10872317
>some context for the shape/type of bracer would help. but i would make a stuffed tube sleeve where the outer diameter fits the bracer and the inside fits your arm with enough stuffing to create internal pressure.
It's like a rounded rectangular tube with flared ends.
>>10872343
>A zipper! Or velcro or elastic bands. Dealer's choice.
I would have to cut it open for a zipper, but I'll try the velcro

How do I even make friends at anime conventions

>>10872366
>see interesting cosplay / booth
>go there
>ask question
>see where conversations leads you
>???
>profit
been to my first con this spring, saw an interesting itasha car and the guy told me how he did the design and other stuff for about half an hour, he seemed cool
didnt really exchange any socials or anything so its not a lasting social contact, but still felt good to do that

>>10872152
I think it can be a good way to dip your toes into cosplaying but it can certainly feel like a "bare minimum" to where even if I recognize the character I'm not going to ask for a photo or compliment them. Like, I don't begrudge the hordes of 15 year olds all wearing the same AliExpress Demon Slayer cloak, but for me a huge part of cosplay is the creativity of different approaches people have so the same-ness of premade cosplays puts a damper on that.

One thing to think about is looking for simple "upgrades" to do on a prebought - adjusting the fit or redoing an accessory, even something minor can really make you look and feel more distinct and proud of your look. At least do the bare minimum of ironing/steaming it so there aren't visible fold marks.

>>10870498
I went by sizing chart and the legs are a bit short (the pants are supposed to be like mid calf but they're hitting my at the knees) this is not deal breaker but waist is way too big.
Is this just curse of being 183cm and on skinny/leaner side?
Too big is at last fixable, will try to alter it to make it passable for con.
If I have fun I may try to make totally custom one, for making custom cosplays how do you guys handle getting printed designs onto cloth? Is thee standard process like silk screening or services to do it for you? Lotta new characters have some complicated floral print or whatevr

I'm styling a 2B wig right now, how do I get the hair to curl more towards my chin? It'll stay for a few moments but when I brush it out again it goes back to being straight.

>>10872407
post a pic maybe ?
I have no idea about wigs, though
I do plan to get a 9S wig, though

how do you make wigs fluffy or spiky?

>>10872378
> how do you guys handle getting printed designs onto cloth?
Some people are really dedicated and learn various processes for printing fabric like you mentioned. However most of us with crafting skills in different categories just use SpoonFlower.com. You can upload designs (or even search for premade ones) and buy in a fabric of your choice.

Sometimes independent makers will sell character specific fabric too. Like the DangerousLadies.

>>10872432
There's some tried and true tutorials on youtube -- even from wig companies like Arda. Just type "cosplay wig spiking tutorial" and you'll find plenty of options.

are cheap chinese wigs worth it ?
are there any better vendors for good wigs somehwere ? seems like all the wigs are cheap chinese ones, although rebranded and sometimes sold for more $$$
>pic related is what I am currently considering to buy

>>10872504
> seems like all the wigs are cheap chinese ones, although rebranded and sometimes sold for more $$$
This is my understanding too. Any wigs that aren't part of an official big company like Arda and EpicCosplay, etc. are chinese wigs. I haven't heard any big names aside from those.

Arda, EpicCosplay and other western brand wigs are overpriced and worse quality than most cheap chinese wigs.

Japanese brands are the best, but their wigs are mostly sold at Taobao or other obscure sites that are only available in Asian languages. They were available in English websites years ago. But those English version websites got closed because most cosplayers only buy cheap chinese wigs from aliexpress or expensive western wigs that look zero like any character's hair.

My favorite brands are Cosplay Wigs Japan, Ayanami Satoru Wigs and L-email for anime and Asian videogame characters. Their wigs have complex hairstyles and colors that are impossible to achieve with regular western wigs.

>>10872519
>My favorite brands are Cosplay Wigs Japan, Ayanami Satoru Wigs and L-email for anime and Asian videogame characters. Their wigs have complex hairstyles and colors that are impossible to achieve with regular western wigs.
quick google search brought up no real result...

>>10872506
arda and epic are japanese though

>>10872474
thanks, anon!

>>10872524
I said that most wigs that aren't from those two companies are likely chinese. Not that Arda and Epic are chinese

>>10872520
ntayrt, but l-email's website is https://www.wig-supplier.com/
If you type in "l-email wigs" into google, the first result is their website. Why is it configured that way? Idk but I also have heard they have good quality wigs, especially pre-styled.

>>10872519
Anon you are talking out of your ass, just about everything you mentioned are Chinese wig resellers, with some having more exclusive production lines with higher quality control. The store fronts you mentioned from AliExpress are all reselling from Taobao, usually Manmei but also a couple of other wig shops, which, again, pretty much all source from the same couple of massive factories in China. I have you assume you don't speak any Chinese or Japanese.

>>10872504
Yes, unless you have a giant head.
Even the nicer Chinese wigs are competitively priced in China because they're up against all the other cheap wig sellers, and thanks to the cheap cost of labor and without the middleman mark-up, pretty much all wigs sold within China are going to be cheap in price. As for actual quality, go directly to the original sellers and storefronts and read the reviews from other people. A lot of reviewers will mention if a wig is true to accurate colors or not, and how much styling is needed out of the bag.

Should I use spray paint to color a spandex bodysuit like picrel? I'm trying to go for a teal gray color to make Solid Snake's sneaking suit.
>>10872314
Based HOS cosplayer

>>10872679
No, adding a non-stretch material to a stretch material is going to make it crack and chip off. Also it's just going to look awful. If you can't find the bodysuit in the color you need, buy a white one then dye it using a synthetic fabric. Rit has a color formula guide and easy to follow dying guide on their website.

>>10872679
>>10872695
Please dye using Rit is is genuinely easy. Does require a fairly large pot but aside from that it's all in one place.

so im doing a shanks cosplay, ordered a wig and the seam shows right at the hairline, what would you guys suggest to cover that up? i would sharpie it red but i assume with my head sweating it would just rub off on my forehead

Bros, I need some help because this is some odd situation. Custom cosplay ordered, discussed over it, yadda yadda.
Here's the deal.
I asked for the price of extras and the guy gave me the price. I said yeah and I'll pay the extras + outfit.
Few minutes later, I went over to the price and corrected my mistake, thinking the price was everything, not the extra added on top. I said I'll pay for the main outfit.
Guy understands.
Months pass.
Guy finish outfit. I said great, and sent payment.
He then says I'm missing extra money for the extras. I was thinking that I thought I corrected my order before but the guy revealed that he made the extras already, pics and all.
I can pay up for the extras after a week, they do look nice, but that was unexpected. I already paid for the main outfit, so I think the guy knows I can be trusted. And the guy is trustable, I looked him up and did research before placing a order. It seems like he kind of forgot that I said 'no' to the extras earlier on but it was already made. What can I say to this? This is the first time this sort of misunderstanding happened.

>>10872785
If you like the extras I would get them. Could possibly ask for a discount because he did make a mistake.
If you don't want them at all just show the guy where you said you cancelled them.
He might have checked back the chat log where you did want everything or just remembered that part and that's where the misunderstanding came from.
Just confirm a few times in the future if you cancel stuff like that to make sure there's no misunderstandings and follow up on it later.

Does anyone know where I can find and buy Van Darkholme's jabroni outfit from Lords of the Locker Room or something similar to it? I'm planning on wearing his fit for a convention coming up in a month. I've been trying to work my core out a lot so my abs will almost be at Van's level.

I feel like a suit cosplay would be a pretty easy and good looking first cosplay? I don't know if i'm underestimating it but its pretty easy to look good in a formal attire and its not hard to get good quality clothes.

I was thinking of the CSM characters, are there any other shows that have that style? is it not a good idea to do formal clothes cosplay? Thanks

>>10872921
I do a LOT of different suit cosplays and think it's a great type of cosplay to do, like you said it's not hard to get nicer quality.
One thing I'd recommend is trying to get secondary details beyond just "wearing a suit". Are they a rough-and-tumble character with a rumpled collar and loosened tie (Spike Spiegel, Constantine, etc) or are they image-obsessed with every button buttoned and their fit precise (Patrick Bateman, Yoshikage Kira, etc)? Does their outfit have any secondary elements (tie clip, lapel pin, cufflinks, etc) that would make it more obvious what character you're cosplaying?

>utterly creatively bankrupt
>still want to make things
>intrigued by small-scale metal working and jewelry making
Is there a market for selling real metal replicas of jewelry and accessories to cosplayers looking for the perfect on-model piece?
I'd much rather have someone point to a piece to recreate than have to try to come up with an original design on my own
>inb4 don't get into a hobby for the money
I'm not, this is more idle curiosity than anything else.
If there isn't it doesn't really bother me, I'd just copy shit I think looks cool.
Half the fun is trying to figure out how to translate designs from anime or games to real materials anyway.

And to be clear, I'm under no delusions that I'm gonna pick this up and just start shitting out masterpieces. This is just a forward-looking question of curiosity.

>>10872781
Use foundation or concealer that matches your skin tone and it'll blend in

>>10872792
If google gives you nothing, you'll have to commission it from someone and you absolutely can't do that in a month.

>>10872942
Some people are very particular about wanting real metalwork for their costumes. Bisoulovely has made a very successful brand off of anime inspired pieces. Howl's earrings sell well no matter who makes them.

>>10873046
thanks i might give that a try, i also was thinking food dye might work if i do it red it'll just bled with the hair

>want to make a CRT monitor head with some LED matrices for the eyes and mouth
>realize that everyone will think I'm a fan of that zoomer-alpha skibidi shit on youtube
it's fucking over, I just wanted to be a random dude with a cool TV on their head, not be inadvertently FOTM. Any ideas on how to shake the aesthetic up, my current basic bitch idea would be to go wizard mode, with some robes and a giant hat but I feel like that could get a bit out of hand in size.

Aeiou

I'm making an ODST shoulder piece in pepakura to use as part of an airsoft kit.

I printed and cut out all the parts from the printer paper, my question is, since im going to apply the fiberglass, filler, etc, is it worth doing it out of cardstock? I have a sheet but cutting out all the little parts gain will be a pain in the ass.

it's my first time, any help is appreciated!