/cgl/ - Cosplay & EGL

Who sells ringlet wigs? Dreamholic's looks like shit and I think bodyline pulled theirs some ago. I asked that semi-popular old school lolita yetaxa or whatever because hers is real nice but she ignored it of course.

Can you do a non comic cosplay to a comic con? I was going to do a Miku cosplay since I have everything for it and wouldn't mind wearing it again, but is there some written code you never do anything but comic stuff? Never been to a comic con before

>>9782635
No. If you show up in a noncomic cosplay you will immediately be escorted out. Everyone will stop what they are doing to look at you while you are escorted out and you will be banned from all future comic conventions.

>>9782638
I wholeheartedly accept your sarcasm as a wake up call to remind myself that at the end of the day I'm just some random running around in a wig, so just don't give a fuck.

>>9782635
based on how people act on here, yeah, people are gonna be pissed at you if you wear an anime cosplay to a comic con
but don't you dare say anything about overwatch, video game, or deadpool cosplayers or you're an "autist"

>>9782635
the absolute WORST case scenario is someone sneaks a creepshot and makes fun of you on cgl afterwards. no one on this board has the balls to actually be a raging asshole to peoples' faces, and this board is the only place ive ever seen people give a shit about cross-cosplaying

Why couldn't I be as cute as an anime girl?

>>9782644
Deadpool......IS a comic tho?

>>9782661
Probably meant at anime cons.

>>9782635
It doesn't matter. Plenty of comic cosplayers at anime cons. Miku isn't even anime. You're just dressing up, who cares.

>>9782660
fate is a cruel bitch

I'm going on a cruise with my gf soon and we're planning on cosplaying, but we don't know if we should do one piece theme cosplays or Mexican theme ones since it's a cruise to Mexico. Any ideas?

>>9782685
.......what? You don't have to cosplay everywhere you go.
I hope this is bait.

>>9782564
Her wig sources were in her FAQ, did you look there?

>>9782710
don't think it's bait. it's a pretty reasonable scenario with a realistic amount of dumbfuckery. THAT BEING SAID
>>9782685
under no fucking circumstances should you wear any form of cosplay on a goddamn cruise to mexico

There's no AX thread up yet so figured I'd ask here.

I have a wedding to attend July 7th, which means I'd only be able to go July 5th and 6th and head home the night of the 6th or morning of the 7th. Would that be worth it? The schedule isn't posted yet but I don't really care about the panels or concert. I'm mainly going just to meet up with friends that live out of state and to finally attend a big convention.

>>9782800
*Update: wedding is in the evening so I'll be able to leave early morning on the 7th.

>>9782800
If you're just going to hang out sure. It's worth it if you make it worth it.

I have a dumb question regarding dressing for your body type. Pic related pops up every now and then on cgl and is also on lolitaguidebook.
As someone with a V-shaped body I should avoid things that draw attention to my upper half and anything that cuts my frame in a diagonal line, which means not going to wild with frilly blouses. What exactly do they mean by decoration on the bust/blouse then? Something like necklaces and idk what else ?

>>9782898
No ruffles on the bust, no bows there. Also anon, these charts are only suggestions, no body is the same, you ought to try if you look good in something before you completly scratch it from your wardrobe. Myself, I'm a hourglass, but I look good in highcollars and I won't stop wearing them just because.

>>9782905
I'm sorry, I forgot to add the table suggests that having decoration on bust/blouse will actually help you there, judging by the separation between + and - .

But you're probably right. in the end it all comes down to trying things for yourself.

How do I fill the gaps in my sword between the tube and the foam ?
I need setting that is quite liquid so it will go everywhere but stays strong when dry to make the pipe stay still.

>>9780313
I do have a second pair with the same buckles so I might actually follow your advice on swapping them, thanks!

stupidly vague question: how do I get into foamcrafting/general propmaking? I'm passable at dividing things into segments and suggesting how to tackle sewing projects, but for some reason it doesn't seem to transfer into props. on top of that I don't know how to pick materials, make samples/trials or anything else along those lines. is there a general catch-all introductory guide, or is it just throwing shit at a wall and seeing what sticks?

>>9782721
Oh wow, I'm an idiot. I wasn't aware she had multiple accounts. Checked the FAQ for her fashion one and sure enough it was there. Thanks, anon!

How exactly do trades work? I'd like to trade a jsk with someone overseas, however I'm concerned about being scammed. Is there a safe way to trade, or is it just a case of how trustworthy the counterpart is?

>>9783039
Usually I go for trustworthiness but if you don't know the person, have them buy the dress from you, and you buy the dress from them through PayPal. If one of you doesn't send the buyer can file a claim

>>9782963
Wood filler may work. I've heard great things about poly filla as well.

>>9782635
Yes. Last year I dressed up as Yoshikage Kira at comic con and got recognized a bunch. Plus a lot of artists have prints and such for western and eastern toons

>>9783046
That makes sense. Thank you, anon!

>>9782992
>is there a general catch-all introductory guide
I know this might be the obvious answer but I'd say try Bill Doran/Punished Props' stuff; it's served me really well over the years. There's a pretty wide variety of free guides/tutorials and paid (but ridiculously comprehensive) ones on his site, plus links to other similar creators. Kamui's is pretty okay too, but honestly I dont think I've used it more than once since buying, unlike the PP/Foamsmith ones
>http://punishedprops.com/new-maker/

>>9783047
I'll look for these two.
Thanks.

>>9782710
cruises are once a yearish like anime cons...
>>9782722
why not? it's oour vacation and we want to enjoy it.

Where can I find old school pieces like pic related? I keep digging through WW and Closet Child but I can't find anything.

What kind of wig would one recommend for someone who has a decently and unfortunate oblong face? It seems like long wigs don't look good on me, short ones make my face look fat...etc. If anyone can give me some recommendations I'd appreciate it

>>9783386
Your best bets are Mercari, Fril and Y! Japan. They do come up on websites like Wunderwelt and Closet Child, but you have to be really fast.

>>9783386
There's no secret old school hoard, you just have to check those places and get lucky. Dresses like what you posted go quick though.

What do you guys do for fangs?

All the premade ones for Halloween look too small, custom made are over a hundred dollars and the only tutorials I’ve seen involve fixodent and fake nails and those tutorials are made by the kind of kids who think stacking contact lenses is a good idea

Is there anyone here who can attest to the fixodent and fake nail thing or is there better ways

To;dr sharp teeth how

Does anyone know of any other brand (asian or western) that currently has good tan/brown oxford heels? Or ones you own that you really like and would recommend? Bought these Patricia Nash ones yesterday since they had some deals going on for $130, and while that price is eh I'm not certain what else is out there. I feel like I remember someone saying they had bought some from some handmade leather company, but I cannot recall more off the top of my head.

What's the best iron-on transfer paper to use for dark shirts? I wanna make a custom shirt for something silly but last time I used transfer paper, it transferred the "blank" parts of the cutout as well and had a shiny border.

>>9783415
Bangs help shorten your face

>>9783480
The fixodent thing would probably be best for photos, I can't imagine it standing up to a 6 - 8 hour con day. And if you want fangs as long as in the picture prepare to lisp unless you practice your enunciation.

>>9783093
thank you anon, something like that was exactly what I was after, I might even shell out if you say they're super comprehensive

>>9783291
you know what else is once a yearish? gynecologist appointments, Christmas dinner, and the flu, and none of those are excuses to wear cosplay either
please try to understand that you will either be laughed at or mortifying the entirety of the rest of the cruise ship
if you really want to cosplay on a cruise seek out one of the actual god damn cosplay cruises

>>9783998
We'll take the chance of being laugh at since we dgaf!! Anyways looks like we decided on asuka and shinji but only Mexican version of them. We'll be decked out in full spandex with some sombreros and ponchos XD We're trying to get some sun time in to get the skin color right but if that doesn't work out does anyone know if they have sunscreen that changes your skin tone too?

Oh I think I have another dumb question that someone here can help with. Well since a lot of seagulls ended up becoming pretty famous outside the 4chan bubble, I was wondering if anyone could give me some tips to help my gf become famous as well. She has the looks down, but she doesn't know how / never made a cosplay before. Is it alright for me to buy a custom made cosplay from someone and have my gf play it off like she made it?

This is a particularly dumb question, but what sort of stuff do they sell at anime conventions? From what I gather my local con is mid-sized. I’d like to attend and maybe buy some stuff: art, a manga or two, a nice figurine, etc. Am I likely to find legit stuff for sale there or will it all be shitty fursona art and plastic keychains?

>>9784120
I would just buy art if you really wanna buy something. Maybe some mangos but figs are really overpriced and you should just get it online.

Interested in cosplaying; never done it before. Is it better to get in the habit of trying to build a cosplay from scratch or is it okay to start out by buying one instead?

>>9784084

>>9784129
It's personal, really. Either work on making stuff yourself or buy your cosplays; the former will take practice, trial and error and effort until your costumes look good, while the latter is fine as long as you don't parade it as your own work.

>>9784129
Totally okay to start off buying cosplays. No reason you can't start learning to build while you're cosplaying in ready made. It'll give you a chance to try out different characters and seeing what you like/what suits you, without having invested lots of money/time in something you might not actually enjoy.

Hiya /cgl/ I don’t often post here but I was wondering if you guys make masks? I’m trying to recreate pic related but so far any process I’ve seen has been a bit beyond my skill range. Unfortunately I can’t find anywhere that actually sells these.

>>9783480
You can make fangs out of polymorph-type thermoplastic and attach them with dental glue. Google finds plenty of tutorials.

>>9784160
Maybe pepakura with some rondo? Look it up

Are Baby/AatP shoes still shit? Debating getting a pair of RHS. Scuffs I can deal with, but I don't want the pleather peeling after three wears.

>>9784084
you are the fucking stupidest person on this website.

What is this type of neck bow thing called? It's too thick to be a neck ribbon, too thin to be a scarf, is there even a proper term for this or is it literally just buying some really wide ribbon at the fabric store?

does anyone else sometimes wish they were an ita
to be so blissfully ignorant

>>9784468
Pussy bow

Is there any point to cosplaying if you're ugly as fuck?

>>9784468
An ascot?

>>9784652
Ahh you lead me to the answer so thanks anon! A women's ascot is similar (also called vintage neck scarf online I guess), but it also made me see the term "skinny scarf" which is apparently a thing I didn't know about and what I bet Fanny used to get that look since the ascots are too short for such a long bow. Thanks so much!

>>9784646
Yes. The point is having fun being a silly weeb.

>>9782287
How exactly does purchasing from Y! Japan auctions using a shopping service work? I realize that the services allow you to bid, but what do they do if you win the auction?
A lot of sellers list that they want the winner to contact them within 24 hours. Do shopping services handle that or would I be responsible for contacting the seller on my own?

>>9784819
It's basically like buying from eBay except that you'll pay two shipping fees: one to get it to the shopping services warehouse and one to get it to wherever you live internationally. Buyee (and presumably most other shopping services) will take care of contacting the seller.

>>9784081
Don't forget tequilla and a cigarillo.

Does anybody know a forum like cgl or about craft and j fashions, cosplay but in japanese? I would love to increase my japanese vocabulary .

>>9783030
other anon, I didn't find her faq, what is her's brand ?

>>9784646
Yeah wear a mask and no one will know.

Are Brightlele wigs thin? I mostly see glowing reviews, but I've seen a couple where the reviewer said they were thin in the back and showed netting.

So my absolute favorite pair of print tights are starting to wear out in the crotch area, I just noticed today when going to handwash them. Is there anything I can do to minimize wear there/repairs for this area since no one should be seeing it anyways? I normally wear shorts or bloomers on top to keep the tights from riding down, there is no thigh wear, and the feet portions are very well kept as I wear those no show socks for flats on the - I never suspected the crotch area would be the place to really be worried about. The print is fading out to white and there's one spot near the seam where it's getting very thin.

>>9784830
Nayrt but I also have a question about Y! Auctions. So I understand that I pay for the item + shipping to the SS + shipping again to get to me, but how do I know how much shipping to the SS will be? Is it on the items auction page and I’m just missing it, or is it somewhere else?

>>9785727
It's kind of on the auction page, but unless you know where your SS is located and depending on what kind of shipping you choose with your SS it can vary. Underneath the item description there are two sections - the one on the right is about shipping. It should say where it's from, what kind of shipping methods they provide, sometimes a flat fee.

Honestly I always just expect shipping to be anywhere from ¥300 to ¥1000 depending on how heavy the item is and how far apart the shipper / my SS are. Unless you're ordering really tiny stuff, I often got dirt cheap domestic shipping when I was buying individual trading cards.

Should i put bows for a wig on a clip or on a hairtie? And how do I hide whatever I put them on with the bow?

I bought one of those printed shirts. How should I wash it before I wear it for the first time so that I don't get black dye on my light bags while protecting the design?

>>9785833
Black dye usually doesn't run much, especially on a shirt, but wash it in cold water with other darks if you can. Turn it inside-out to protect the print.

>>9785833
Seconding cold water + turning inside out + with like colors. Vinegar also helps with "sealing" the dye in clothes that run. I usually handwash them with a cap of vinegar in a bucket of cold water and let it soak for a little bit, so I'm not sure how or where to put the vinegar in a machine.

Any suggestions on where to buy a 9S cosplay? I'm a dude if that helps.

>>9784646
make up for it with 10/10 construction

how do i make friends at conventions to hang out with? like i have friends but i feel like im not close enough with them to be able to hang out at conventions with since they all have their own close groups

>>9786270
Ask if they wanna hang out.
Or find a gull meetup at a con, they are generally cool people, if not a little awkward.

>>9786270
Cosplaying helps a lot

Is there a good website that details current fashion trends in Japan? I'm not super hard into jfash but I'd kind of like some style ideas.

Just saw this JSK on Mercari, and I've never seen this AP print before - tried to track it down and can only find a pinterest post that incorrectly names the print. I kind of hate this cut (bustle on the back) but am curious if this print came in any other cuts, Does anyone know this or know what the print is called? the Mercari listing is just vague and calls it "Violin Pattern JSK" which a search makes obvious isn't the print name.

>>9786821
https://lolibrary.org/items/ap-classic-melody-switching-jsk

>>9786837
>https://lolibrary.org/items/ap-classic-melody-switching-jsk
And here's why I posted in the stupid question thread, I'll blame a long day at work, thank you anon.

if im 4'11" will i have a problem with lolita dresses being too long?

>>9787051
Depends on what styles you like. AP tends to run quite short on average height people (5'4" or so) so it might work well for you.

>>9787062
Nah she'll look like a midget in AP.

Thankfully I dont need it any time soon but I had ordered a cosplay and the tracking hasn't changed since I first got the number. Should I assume it'll be stuck there until Chinese New Year is over?

is there a japanese website similar to lolibrary?

>>9787269
Nope. It would be easier to update if they did.

>>9787110
what should i wear then? should i even bother trying to build a wardrobe? i dont really like sweet lolita anyways...

how the hell do i style my actual hair like this?
i'm at a loss, i keep trying different methods and it doesn't work.

Does anyone know the names of these OPs? The second one is Angelic Pretty (2003/2004)

>>9787735
The left one is Meta's Velveteen Doll OP

>>9787735
The one on the left is Velveteen Doll OP by Metamorphose, although that particular one is missing some bows.

>t. Metamorphose whore

>>9787741
>>9787743
Thank you! Ended up finding the AP one myself - it’s the Rose Princess OP.

>>9787735
Right is Rose Princess OP (floral)

>>9787186
Yep, Ordered it too late.
Should be over soon though.

>>9787422
Wear skirts, and check measurements on lolibrary

Can anyone suggest some normie/western brands (online shops and/or physical stores) where I can find some dark brown shoes appropriate for classic lolita?

It's not like I'm opposed to paying $100+ for shoes, but I don't want to spend that much on PU shoes that won't hold up (lookin' at you IW).

Im writing a very autistic novel.

Posting in this thread because this is completely off topic but,
What are the stereotypes of a 4chan grill? Ive picked up on a few things lurking here (period blood bottles) but what is the platonic ideal of a cosplay femanon.

>placed an order for an item with ZenMarket
>they took too long to confirm the price so placed an order for the same item with Japonica
>mfw ZM confirmed the price now
What do? I don't want to risk missing out on it but I don't want two of the same thing either.

I'm looking to have a jsk custom made and I own a haenuli dress. How to measure for dress length? Do I just add the bodice and skirt length together?

>>9788682
Tell one you are no longer interested.

>>9788697
Do you mean you want to go by the measurements of the JSK that you own? If it fits you well and it's the length you want, ask the person making your JSK whether they need a length measurement that includes the straps or not, sometimes length is measured starting from the bodice (sometimes referred to as "back center length")

>>9788703
Japonica just confirmed that they got it for me so I'll cancel with ZM. Thanks, anon!

>>9784246
I can't be because your mom browses this website and because of that I'm not the stupidest person on this website idiot.
>>9784846
We plan on sneaking liquor on the ship but I don't know bout cigarillos since we vape. We're going to hide a couple of bottles in our JSKs (Jumperskirts).

Where can I find some black and moitie blue socks and/or tights? I've been checking all over taobao and no one seems to make that color combo and I don't really have time to hunt for moitie ones

>>9788492
Miss Mooz, American Duchess

>>9788714
Thank you anon! I just ordered some cute oxfords from Miss Mooz!

So I ordered some stuff from Fril/Mercari for the first time and used Japonica as a shopping service.
They couldn't get me 3 of the items, so they have to give me back the money I paid for those right ? But I don't know when and how they are going to do that ? This is my first time using a shopping service and i'm so lost..

>>9788935
In my experience they typically use the extra money to cover your commission and shipping expenses if you decide to close your order once all your items arrive, so you don't have to pay them again, and then they refund you the amount that's left if there is any.

What's the best way to wash old, badly stained velveteen yourself? What do professional dry cleaners do with it?

>>9785048
Marple
go to maple-wig.com/fas/shopping/index.php and search for the keyword "縦ロール"

i've been into lolita since i was like 11, but now i finally have expendable income to start my wardrobe. do i start with buying basics like pettis and blouses or do i just go headfirst into buying a full coord?

>>9788978
Figure out what style and colors you want to wear and then go for the petticoat and foundation pieces - i.e. a cupcake/bell petticoat will suit sweet or gothic, A-line suits most classic pieces and some gothic pieces as well; blouses come in all kinds of cuts, details, and colors, and even though the basic peter pan collar off white blouse will match most styles, it's better to decide what you like before you buy the first blouse you find.
Decide on the basics and build your first coord from there. If you pick versatile pieces it'll be easier for you to build a functional wardrobe, which will make it easier to coord the same pieces in new ways and also save you money in the long run.

>>9788706
Yea, that is what I meant. Ty anon. The jsk is coming from my lolita dress if that helps more.

>>9788712
Come on, anon. That was a weak comeback.

>>9782287
Here's a dumb question...
Is there any way around Pinky Paradise's prescription shit? I want a pair of lenses that comes from them specifically, but I don't have an RX. I use glasses...and my lenses are just for cosplay. Thanks.

>>9788991
thank you! i've already figured out a lot of main pieces that i want to find (all roughly in the same color family, mostly sweet), so i'll start trying to mix-and-match possible coord ideas with them to try and find versatile pieces.

>>9789067
Good luck! And one more tip: Don't be afraid of fucking up. I know this board might give the impression that the lolita community will be at your throat if you coord badly, but making mistakes is a crucial part of learning and improving.
Go for the things you love, allow yourself to make mistakes, don't take concrit personally, and have fun.

>>9789029
You have glasses but not a prescription?
Just go to your eye doctor and ask for a lens fitting.

>>9789008
Puos is a dumbass, just ignore him.

>>9788557
/cgl/ grills might be a little different from other 4chan girl-anons. Here they're more catty and salty, whereas on other boards they're not too different from the guys.

>>9789123
>>9789123
I should rephrase, I don't know what my prescription is b/c I am a dumbass. What I mean is I don't want prescription lenses, just plano. Not that it matters on that site. It is just a pain in the ass I wanted to avoid.

Cheapest SS to buy from mecari?

>>9789192
ur mom
no I think it's japonica, but their exchange rates are weird

What have you found to be the best social media platform for posting cosplay pics and connecting with people?

>>9788940
Great ! Thanks for the answer anon

So I bought an item on eBay from Japan and heres its tracking history:
>Arrives in NY from Japan
>Makes its way to Atlanta (where I live), marked as out for delivery
>Suddenly it's in Miami
>"On its way to Atlanta" for the last week
>Today it's suddenly in Japan again
My address is definitely correct and I've received other international shipments before. What should I do at this point?

>>9789266
I've had this happen with orders from Rakuten. DreamV claimed my address was incorrect, even though I gave it to them correct. No delivery attempt was made.

I'd contact the ebay seller.

Is Bodyline officially dead?
I never see threads for them anymore and I bought some socks and one of the pairs came ripped. Luckily it was like 2 bucks so I don't really care that much, but I'm wondering if their quality has decreased even more.

>>9789208
right now, probably instagram

>>9789273
they're still alive, but not for lolita; they've been fully transitioning over to costumes and tacky lingerie/sex shop stuff now

>>9789276
going back to their roots

Want are the best hangers for lolita dresses and tops?
My crappy plastic hanger made a little hole in my parka :(

>>9789266
Hey another Atlanta anon! It's probably on the seller's side, absolutely contact them as soon as you can. They probably wrote your address or zip code wrong.

>>9789380
The rounded wooden hangers are good but can be a bit slippery, cloth padded hangers are great for knits, flocked velvet is good to not have stuff slip off.

Where can I find this amazingly cute camo seifuku?

The picture is from a listing for the backpack on Amiami here: http://www.amiami.com/top/detail/detail?scode=GOODS-00210218

>>9789380
I have these in beige so they won't bleed color and they are amazing - not to mention cute!

https://www.amazon.com/Home-Clothes-Hangers-Velvet-SHAPED/dp/B014JSCBI2

What are some good sellers for daily wear wigs?

I have really bad trichotillomania that I've dealt with for years on years and it's at the point where my hair's so patchy, I would just rather wear a wig while I try to pull myself together long enough for my real hair to grow out.

Any recs?

My question is: is it okay to dress like a girl if you are a male? I have this friend who really wants to dress up but I'm just not sure I should.

>>9789008
if we both were to enter the worst cosplay of the entire known universe at an anime convention I would win because I would cosplay as your mom idiot.

>>9789123
if we both were to enter a spelling bee at a spelling bee convention I would win because your mom is one of the judges and she likes me more than you so she gave me the questions ahead of time. I studied all of the words and when it was time for the competition your mom shouted my name and cheered for me and it made you sad so you choked and I won by default dumbass.

>>9789437
Depends on what's the reason behind dressing as a girl.
If it's purely a fetish, don't go out with it, keep it in your bedroom.
Really love lolita, but are a guy? Then being brolita is an option. Just please shave these manlegs and manarms, wear long sleeves and tights/otks. Yes, hair can still poke through them. And for god's sake, shave and apply make up.
Being trans? Then you don't want to be seen as a guy for sure. It's normal for girls to wear dresses. Just learn how to dress, use make-up, and put a lot of effort into it.

>>9789463
I already shave my body tbqh.

i somehow missed all the recent reservation periods for the babydoll jsk but know baby rereleases it fairly regularly...

when might the next rerelease be?

>>9782963
Pump it full of hot glue and trim the excess.

Are there any guides or tutorials for tying better bows. Mine always look a little sad

>>9789529
I don't think this is something we can really predict, especially since this rerelease was in-the-last-few-weeks recent. You can wait until the next one or look for this piece secondhand, it's fairly easy to find.

>>9789567
Of course, there are so many you can easily find them whether you prefer tutorials with pictures or videos.
Personally I like this one by Meta: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1Pz2A70Dfrc Naturally, it's especially useful for Meta's ridiculously long waist ties, but you can find many others on youtube if you search "how to tie a lolita bow", "lolita waist tie tutorial" or something similar.

>>9789446
at least use a real trip so i can block your posts

>>9789581
Thanks anon. I figured as much. I'll just have to be much more vigilant in the future

Unrelated to >>9789529 but this made me think - I recently won one of Baby's elastic strap JSKs from auctions, one of the designs they've rereleased recently, but only now noticed that the seller said they've bought it about 10 years ago. Normally I wouldn't mind at all because it looks practically brand new and the seller describes it as such, but what are the odds the elastic has still worn out over the years?

>>9782287
New here , so this is extra dumb. Are all of you girls? What is this?

>>9789757
Not every poster on this board is a girl but if someone posts about lolita fashion or other feminine jfash, female character cosplay, or period-related experiences, there's a decent chance they're a girl. Or a shitposter, or a crossdresser if you count this thread >>9717188
But most likely a girl. Even the
>tfw no qt cgl gf
posters are girls on occasion.

>>9789183
have you used lenses before? because if not, you will fuck up your eyes getting the wrong curvature, just go to a store and get your eyes checked + curve measured. it's not that expensive, most places do it for free if you buy a pack.

>>9789380
I've had best luck with cheapo wooden ones, stuff slips off them less because they're thicker than plastic

>>9789757
(mostly) girls who dress in cute dresses and put on costumes of different characters from games/anime/movies

Since there isn't any resin thread atm, I thought I'd ask here.

How many grams would it be needed for a simple heart charm? I'm trying to get into resin jewelry but I have no idea how much quantity to buy first, since the bottles range from 50g to 1k

>>9782685
>>9782710
>>9783291
>>9784081
>>9784084
>>9784246
>>9788712
>>9789008
>>9789446
>>9789683

You guys do realize that puos is just Soup, spelled backwards? Fucking namefag troll...

>>9789405
Seems like it's sold out in the original shop, so Amiami doesn't sell it.
https://store.shopping.yahoo.co.jp/tac-zombiegear/mcsailorsuit.html

They have other really cute stuff though, so thanks for the link!
https://store.shopping.yahoo.co.jp/tac-zombiegear/c9f0c1f5jk.html

>>9790143
Honestly who fuckin cares

>>9789757
men don't exist on the internet.

>>9790263
because he's been shitposting in /cgl for the last month.

>>9790322
So ignore report and move on

The board is slow enough we can afford to starve out the trolls

Does anyone know the typical size range of Liz Lisa shorts? I always admire them but worry my westerner body would make me too big for them since they're made for more rectangular bodies. My waist is 66 and hip 92, is there a size I would fit or should I just not try because only disappointment awaits me? I don't have much of a butt at least.

Is it worth buying a costume from ebay/etsy for my first cosplay at a con? Or should I attempt to make my own?

>>9790393
Completely up to you and your budget of time and money

>>9790393
etsy is generally gonna get you higher quality than ebay but also cost you a pretty penny

there's always the midpoint between buying a full cosplay and making a full cosplay, which is buying normie/generic jfash clothing pieces that sort of resemble the thing and then frankensteining them into an accurate cosplay

>>9790393
Depends on how complex it is. If its really simple then give a try if its complex then you might waste more money of supplies than a finished costume. Try Amazon or Ali express instead because you can see customer review pics more easily and usually cheaper than Etsy

Any tips for fitting choker necklaces into classic coords? Was thinking plain velvet, about 10mm thick.

>>9790513
What sort of tips are you looking for? Besides
>wear with square neck OPs
>wear with JSKs worn with a bolero on top instead of a blouse underneath
Or if the choker is long enough,
>wear with a high neck blouse

where should i get some basic starter blouses for lolita from?

>>9791025
Depends on how you define basic, but you can find plenty of nice, easy to coord Baby blouses secondhand in the Japanese market. Look in Wunderwelt or Closet Child as a start.

>>9790431
Time isn't much of an issue, neither is funding. I just wanted to invest in a costume I could wear to a con. Essentially I'm just testing the waters, see if I enjoy cosplaying and see if I can get invested in it.

>>9790438
Buying clothes and jazzing them up doesn't sound like a bad idea. I'll consider it, thanks!

>>9790460
Both of the ideas I had in mind seem simple yet complex, so I dunno. I might just buy the costumes online.

Thanks for the advice guys, appreciate it. All I gotta do now is decide on which costume I'm gonna buy.

How do i adquire a balanced poof level (with volume but no hoverloli levels)? Which brands or sources are the best?

>>9791252
Aurora and ariel on taobao has many different poof levels

i'm a very small guy trying to do a megumin cosplay, any suggestions on where to buy the costume?

>>9790164
Ahhh! Thanks for finding this, anon! This is adorable!

>>9791256
Just take your measurements and go to taobao/aliexpress.

Real dumb question here: how do I buy safely from gulls in buy sell trade thread? Is it polite to ask person create a formal LM listing?

>>9791569
Sure is. Barring that if you make a paypal payment as business/goods and not family friends, you have the right to claim it didnt come or was damaged and you'll get your money back.

Is Soufflesong's quality any good? They have some really pretty JSKs but I'm iffy on Taobao brands.
I'm mostly interested in this dress but I assume their quality is the same on all dresses.

>>9791970
i got a dress from them and the lace is shitty. it pretty much ruined the dress. do you want a photo?

>>9791978
Yes please, thank you anon!
I think most Taobao brands end up having godawful lace, but with all the praise Soufflesong gets (from people who don't wear much brand, honestly) I hoped that wouldn't be the case

>>9791983
maybe different dresses are different but this specific dress has real shitty lace

>>9791983
the lace on the shoulder straps is a completely different quality.

>>9791970
DON'T DO IT

>>9791569
Ask for feedback/proof that they are who they say they are. LM or paypal don't protect you from scammers.

>>9792009
>>9792015
Their lace is probably shit on every dress. Wouldn't make sense to give one dress terrible lace and another brand-quality lace.
That's a shame.. their designs are quite nice but cheap lace = cheap dress for me.
>>9792093
I'll probably stick to my burando, thank you for the warning

>>9782287
What anime is this from?

>>9790516
I suppose recommendations for neck decorations in general.

I have a couple sailor neckline dresses and round lower collared dresses like the pic related. With sailor dresses, I usually wear a hat with a ribbon tied under my chin, but with the more wide collars, I feel as though my neck is a little too bare. Not sure what kind of necklaces I should be looking at. Figured chokers would fit the bill, but I don't know how well it'll work? Would a simple ribbon choker in main/accent colours? Or should it at least attempt to look frilly? Sorry I'm as dumb as a bag of rocks.

>>9792604
Personally I think that chokers above big collars like this look a bit silly, but I'd say the level of detail of the choker you pick should be balanced with what you're wearing.
I.e. if your OP/blouse is very frilly, pick a more simple choker. Statement chokers look better worn with "cleaner" main pieces imo, unless you're going for an OTT look - And even then it's better to simply try it on with the coord you have in mind and consider what it looks like, so you don't end up with a mess.
For the OP you posted, I'd go with a ribbon choker in a matching/contrasting color or a delicate pearl choker, possibly with a cute centerpiece that's not too overwhelming.

I'm looking to paint a pair of bluetooth headphones for a costume, then i'll be using them regularly. How should i go about this? I want it to look nice and smooth

>>9792673
use a foam brush for a smooth finish

>>9792681
I was thinking a spray paint. i want that good-ass gloss

How do Japanese lolitas keep track of events and brands these days? Is there a new version of alicesearch.jp and lapucelle.net?

More board related, but anyone know what happened to DerpQueen? She was a tripfag from years ago. She seems to have disappeared off the face of the planet after 2013.

Really dumb question but what is Sakizou? I've been seeing these beautiful designs around everywhere for a while and I'm still not sure if they're from something specific like a manga/fashion brand or if it's just a really good artist whose work people have taken to cosplaying?

>>9793120
She's an artist. Are you too stupid to do a 2 second google search?

>>9793120
Basically people cospaly it because it's Japanese

>>9793134
Thanks I guess? Obviously I searched for myself first and found a deviantart with a small selection of their stuff (but to be fair this isn't the first time I'd seen deviantart accounts just blatantly repost official art from things anyways). Half the other results are either japanese website links that don't translate properly or artbook sales which made me think maybe the artist in question had a series or brand or magazine or something, especially since I've seen what seems to be a similar art style if not the same artist on certain lolita publications in the past? I figured that if so many people were cosplaying these designs they had to be more than just random art but I guess >>9793138 has a point.

Andromeda Latex isn't taking orders and is also slightly out of my price range, does anyone have any recommendations for where to get Evangelion plugsuits (specifically Asuka's) that aren't completely flat? It's one of my dream cosplays and I finally feel like my body is close to the point where it will look good.

>>9792747
Twitter.

Where do I buy oldschool gothic pieces?
I really love Moitie, but I rarely see Moitie pieces pop up on secondhand sites. Other gothic brands are fine as well.
Mostly when I look up lolita clothing on places like fril/mercari, it's just AP, Baby, and Meta, which aren't very gothic at all save from a few pieces. If I search moitie, a few things do pop up, but not much.
Is there some better search to do for gothic pieces?

>>9793450
Some brands just pop up less often than others on the secondhand market. Boz is similar. Really the only thing you can do is keep searching for moitie periodically and hope something pops up that you want.

>>9793286
>>9793120
Sakizou does fashion artbooks. That's just it. They're not characters from a manga or anything, just designs she makes.

I see gulls talking about Japonica and Tenshi, but has anyone used Buyee? I’m new to buying from Yahoo Japan Auctions, and I’ve found something I really want, the listing has two days left. Buyee seems pretty straight forward, but I’m not sure if I’m just being a newfag and Buyee could be bad??

>>9793562
Iirc buyee is more expensive, but fine. It's run by the same company as tenso (well known forwarding service).

>>9793562
Iirc their fees are irrationally high and not worth it. If you're going for auctions I suggest you try ZenMarket: They only charge ¥300 per item, they give you ¥300 when you start your account so basically the first item has no commission fees, and you can control the bids yourself. If the seller you're buying from doesn't accept shopping services, then you can try Japonica or Tenshi Shop.

>>9793450
Moitie is slow as fuck dude. Very little is added to the market in a week or even a month. The same stuff will stay up for months and when new stuff comes up it either goes at the speed of light or joins the regular lineup for months. Mana makes you work, since you have to have the timing and the money on hand. Personally I just have a MmM war coffin to pull from.

If you're looking for a specific old dress that isn't a print I wish you the best. People have gone mad searching for that one elusive Moitie dress.

>>9793562
Buyee's only really worth it if you're using it to bid on a yahoo auction at the last minute, imo. Two days should be enough time for another SS, but if you need to, using buyee isn't going to kill you.

>>9793570
>>9793574
>>9793588
Thanks anons! I’ve checked out ZenMarket and that looks like the way I’ll go, thanks for the info!

Can anybody recommend me a service that you’ve use that isn’t tenso?

>>9793652
What kind of service? A forwarding service?

>>9793652
Look up a few posts above your own.

>>9793658 >>9793659

Yes a forwarding service, not buyee because it’s owned by tenso. also no shopping services

>>9793562
>>9793570
>>9793574
Buyee can be very cheap, you just have to pay attention. They have coupons for free service or free shipping fairly often.

>>9793382
I mean like a database, like alicesearch.jp and lapucelle.net

>>9793840
White Rabbit Express has a forwarding service too under the name blackship.com .

I have a question about body shape. My body has always been very straight. Even though I am thin, my waist lacks definition, and my hips/ass never seemed to get any bigger. I have always considered myself a "rule" or "banana" type.
However, many guides I look at say that if you have about 10 inches of difference between your bust/hip and waist measurements, you are an hourglass.
I am currently 32-23-33, but I really just look like a box. I look thin from the side but wide from the front. So I am still a "ruler," right? Is there anything short of surgery I can do to look more curvy or feminine?

>>9793918
Try to build muscle on your butt and thighs. Also do core workouts to see if the issue is that you are retaining water in your gut. Eating some more high fiber veg can help.

Don't do laxatives or skinny tea. It works for a day or so, but it comes right back. Long term use of those is a recipe for gut problems. (Plus it's a slippery slope to EDs.)

>>9793918 You can pad like drag queens do, otherwise putting on some weight can put curves where your bone structure doesn't. For butt curves hit the gym and work on your glutes.

>>9793932
I already have thighs from years of endurance running and am on a high fiber diet for IBS. I'm pretty sure I'm not retaining water since I know what that feels like.
>>9793933
Are there specific squats that are supposed to help? I did strength training for a while and saw no difference, not sure if I wasn't using enough weight or what. And I don't get any more shapely with weight gain, just look more like a potato.

>>9793918
I have the same issue and nearly the same measurements. The only real surgeries you can get are butt/breast implants or lower rib removal (for a smaller waist).

For workouts, you'd want to look into lunges rather than just squats; squats will just give you massive thunder thighs (unless you're looking for that). There's not a whole lot you can do with your actual hips.

Can someone point me to a pattern or tutorial that explains how to install lacing strips next to a back shirring panel like in >>9791708? It looks pretty simple but a good tutorial never hurts.

>>9793918
Bitch please. It sounds like you have body dysmorphia or something, there's no way you look boxy with those measurements. Are you sure you're seeing yourself correctly?

>>9793918
The 10" rule is bullshit. I'm 35-25-39 and I look pear-ish, but definitely not like an hourglass. I think it only works that way if you're short.

Thoughts on going to small first year cons? Is it generally a bad time waiting to happen?

>>9793980
No, I am honestly pretty happy with my body. I would, however, like to be able to pull of "sexier" or more "womanly" cosplays.
Obviously I have some curve, but it's still not very pronounced. My underbust, waist, and top of hip measurements are only a couple of inches different from one another.
Pic related makes me look curvier than IRL because my arms are stretched/raised.
>>9793983
I am short, and I think that's part of the problem. Not a lot of room between my ribs and hips.

>>9789713
I had the same problem with pic related, it's a 10 years old dress and the elastic is completely stretched out in the straps and some parts of the back, does anyone know how to replace it?

>>9794055
How handy are you with a sewing machine? If you feel confident in your abilities, there are plenty of tutorials out there for replacing elastic in waistbands and shirred garments.
Otherwise I would take it to be fixed professionally.

>>9794058
I dont have a sewing machine, so I think i'll take it to a professional. I wanted to try doing it myself but i'm scared of ruining it

What can I wear on my legs, when it's horribly cold (and I'm kinda sick)? I don't want cold wind to make my legs freeze.

Where is the best place to buy Japanese bras from if I'm located in the US?

>>9794145
OTKs or tights. If you mean upper legs those wool-lined bloomers that were so big on Taobao a few months ago might be worth picking up.

>>9794145
Depends on what you're wearing and how cold it is, but if you're wearing black, try wearing fleece lined leggings and layer plain black OTKs on top of them. Add bloomers or drawers on top of it all for extra warmth.

>>9793984
Every con had a first year, they grow when people give them a chance.
Nothing wrong with attending, just keep your expectations low. Take a friend or two.

How easy is it to spot if shoes are replica?

Does Jane Marple ever restock their strap shoes or am I doomed to try and find second hand ones.

>>9794166
>>9794225
The tricky part is that the coord is shiro, and the temperature lately goes as low as -5°C through the day. If I will be lucky, it will be around 0°C when I will be out.
I will check out the white thigh-high socks and tights I have, and see whichever feel warmer.
I tried to find white leggings, but no luck.
>tfw still don't have bloomers
I guess I will cross my fingers (and legs), hoping that there will be no wind and I will have to stay outside as short as possible.

>>9794836
Well shiro doesn't make it trickier, if anything it makes it easier because you still need to stick to a single solid color.
When in doubt, layer your OTKs and tights. Keep in mind your OTKs might be stretched out a bit afterwards so it's best to do this with a pair you can easily replace if need be. And consider getting a pair of bloomers eventually, even if you don't use them all the time, they're really good for extra warmth.

>>9782564
maple

>>9791970
genuinely, how do I get as skinny as this girl? I don't want to starve myself because I'll end up putting my weight back on when I start eating normally, so is there a sustainable way to be skinny or is it genetics? I eat fairly healthy as is.
I'm not from the USA, but I'm sure someone will call me an amerifat/triggered fatty anyways

>>9794145 Figure skating tights in your skin tone, super warm and pretty much invisible, esp if you're wearing otks

>>9794873 shapewear, you can get a corset or a waist cincher for pretty cheap. Otherwise if you want lasting results you gotta work out regularly. You can also eat portions a bit smaller but you have to commit because
as you said, if you go back to normal portions you'll get the weight back

how would you gulls recommend storing AP's Color Heart Pearl OP? I currently have it hanging, but the dress is fairly heavy and the entire neckline has elastic in it so I'm afraid it will stretch out

>>9794894
Padded clip hanger, clip the shoulders

>>9794894
Is it too heavy for clip hangers? That's what I use for pieces that have a risk of stretching out on regular hangers.

>>9794894
As an alternative to clips, you could fold it over a hanger at the waist line. I have a rack for this that I use for my heavier velveteen pieces.

how do you guys keep your socks in good condition? im too scared to wear brand because of foot sweat and i dont wanna ruin any expensive socks or stockings.

>>9795204
I usually wear see through tights underneath them. They're pretty useful, as they make my legs look nicer, keep my socks in better condition, and it helps my socks stay up

>>9795204
I always wear a pair of those little invisible socks in beige OVER my brand socks. They don't peek out of my shoes and also keep the heels from getting stained.

>>9795204
Antiperspirant on my feet, a small amount of boric acid (kills the bacteria that make your feet smell), and if I'm really worried then I do no-show socks both under and over my socks

>>9794902
>>9794903
>>9794936
thank you, anons! i really appreciate it

Ok, so i have a very cute wig, but its gotten out of hand. Its frizzy and tangling and i dont know what to do. I've heart mane n' tail works well, but we dont have the detangler here. Would the conditioner work instead? Shipping is a bitch here, and i dont want to order online unless i have to

>>9795890

soak it in fabric softener diluted with water

>>9795890
Before doing >>9795918 make sure you are not allergic to fabric softener. It's a good method but if you are allergic you will never be able to wear the wig again, not even if you wash it thoroughly.

>>9795918
For how long and what ratio?
>>9795924
I have some that i know im not allergic to, thank fuck

Probably super dumb question here, but I had a look on IW's online store and they have sizes listed as medium or large. Is there ever, or has there ever been a size small? I tried asking google, but I'm an idiot so no luck there.
Just curious.

>>9795929
no. go by your measurements, not by letter size

>>9795929
Yeah, IW has an S size, usually in blouses iirc.

I wanted to cosplay since I was a teen, but being white, overweight, and balding, I never had the confidence nor appropriate character.
Recently it occurred to me, fuck it, why not go for a Suchet/Ustinov inspired Poirot?
Given that I have no experience with dressing up whatsoever, where should I start? What skills should I start practicing to work towards this costume? Could it be achieved with just shaving, moustache wax, and an expensive suit?

>>9795956
Yea, just the suit, mustache and hat. Practice posing in the mirror and maybe get powder foundation so you're not too shiny in photos

>>9795941
I've only ever gone by measurements, so no worries there. The listed sizes were just interesting.

>>9795943
Thanks! Just thought it was odd, is all.

>>9795956
I would love to see this. I never really see agatha christie-related cosplays. maybe you could even teach yourself a little french so you can speak with a convincing french accent if needed.

>>9795943
I’ve seen it in skirts, too, I think. Could be wrong.

Do all shopping services require a deposit before I bid or buy something from Japanese sites? Are there some that require none, or 50%? Or do most require full payment in advance?

>>9796542
Tenshi shop

When is the best time (aka the cheapest, haha) to buy San Japan tickets? Would ask in the Texas general, but I can’t find it.

What is the real term for "mochi" filling for plushies? I want to make my own bean bag chair out of that mochi fill. Pic semi related

Could I get a price check on this dress in black?
I might sale it because it's to short for me.

https://lolibrary.org/items/meta-solid-color-chiffon-frill-pinafore-jsk

Asked in DD thread, should probably ask here - what exactly are AP sample dresses? Were they test models/initial ones made? The dresses used on display in store? Ones used in shows? Also, is the quality any different than the regular release? One I'm looking at also has a care tag that says do not wash basically, can you not wash sample dresses?

>>9797110
Early as possible. The rate goes up as the con gets closer.
Right now is the cheapest you can get them for 2018. Check back a month or so after the con to get the 2019 tickets as low as they'll be.

Does anybody else use a fake FB to post to COF? I want to make one because I want to keep lolita posts away from my personal life, but it won't have many friends. Will the COF mods care?

There's a lolita dress that I want to buy from a Japanese Yahoo auction. Which shopping service should I use?

>>9797644
Japonica or Tenshi. Tenshi is more reliable, but also more expensive. Since she's just one person and not a company, sellers basically never reject her.

>>9797644
>>9797657
I'd resort to Japonica or Tenshi if the seller doesn't accept shopping services. Otherwise ZenMarket gets the job done well for very little fees.

>>9797657
>>9797668
Why not Buyee/Tenso?

I have a pair of real abilletage tights, and I really like them, but they really don't feel like better quality than cheaper taobao tights. Would it be OK to buy some abilletage replicas for everyday wear? Failing that, what are some good taobao shops with creative tights and socks?

>>9797939
Are you seriously asking us if it's okay for you to buy print replicas?
1. No. The answer will always be no.
2. Get a grip and quit seeking validation for everything. If you're going to be an illegal skeezeball, at least keep quiet about it.

does anyone know the name of this cosplayer?
already tried google and tineye and nothing

>>9797938
Buyee has high fees, Tenso is a forwarding service, not a shopping service.

>>9797589
Honestly most of us in my comm do anyways, it's not a bit deal

>>9783489
Try Shoe Embassy - it's a British brand. They have heeled Oxfords but I can't remember the colours they currently do.

How doesn’t wondercon sell as fast as SDCC despite being managed by the same people/somewhat similar content but only smaller venue/population

>Mixed some Easy Cast epoxy resin
>was told that heating the two parts up first helped keep out bubbles and increase viscosity
>Heated up bottles in hot water
>Mixed a large amount for large gem
>Do the two step mixing
>Start to add color and it isn't going in quite right, kind of seperating into tiny globes instead of mixing
>Get up to see if I have another color dye
>Come back and cup is melted and the thing is already cured in some parts

WTF did I do anons? Too much pre heating? I've used this stuff a lot cold and this never happened

>>9798273
Normies don't know it exists. SDCC is household

What is the name of the dress which is a dark blue velvet and has a utensil print? I've completely forgotten...

>>9798420
Meal Time OP?

>>9798423
>Meal Time OP
Thank you so much! That is it. I honestly thought it was brand.

Is it possible to cut bangs into this wig? Has anyone ever cut bangs in these wig styles? They dont have to be really thick. But I'm kinda doubting.

is it okay to wear a lolita dress without being a lolita? there are so many gothic lolita dresses i'd love to buy and wear but since i'm not a lolita i'm hesitating...

>>9798517
Who the fuck gets to tell you what to wear? What do you mean 'is it okay?' Is it socially acceptable? Probably not, because lolita isn't either. Is it morally right? Yeah, don't see why not. Live your own life, girl.

>>9798493
yes probably and why would you buy a lacefront to cut bangs into it? isnt a showing hairline the whole point of a lacefront?

>>9798517
as long as you look good no one will mind

>>9798517
Yeah, wear whatever your like man, just don't tell people you're participating in the fashion if you aren't really and just wearing things here and there.

If you like some of it but are thrown off by how complex the fashion can seem there's always styling it like otome/soft lolita/whatever term people are throwing around now.

>>9798517
It's just a fashion.
Usually only lolitas are committed enough to throw down $300+ on a single dress, but if you want it, no one's stopping you.
Just don't post yourself on lolita communities when the only lolita thing you're wearing is that single dress.

>>9798493
Why would you pay for a lacefront and then cut bangs into it... Get a normal one, it's not worth paying extra.
>>9798517
Do whatever you want. Gulls here may shit-talk you, but that's just what gulls do.

What's the cheapest shopping service for mercari and fril?

How the hell do I go about finding a cosplay photographer that isn't a creep when I'm completely detached from con culture (I haven't been to a convention in 5 or 6 years) and don't know anyone? I just need someone to take my photo damnit

>>9799054
Browse the tags for local conventions and look at who took the pictures you like best. When you find someone whose work you like, look them up or ask people who have worked with them how the experience was. Take a friend to the shoot with you for safety, and at least let someone know where you're going and the name of the person.

Closetchild lists the bust of one item I am interested in as ~45cm. What does that mean? Is that a flat measurement?

>>9799339
Yes.

What year did Angelic Pretty start releasing tea party shoes?

>>9799346
So does that mean I have to double it? It would fit a bust of 90cm?

>>9799454
The ~ means "approximately" afaik, as in "approximately 90cm". Does the piece you're looking at have shirring? It could fit a 90cm bust if it does, though depending on how forgiving the shirring is.

>>9799363
I want to say 2006 but I'm not 100% sure.

What's a seagull and singulls

>>9799574
"Seagull" or just "gull" refers to frequenters of this board, it's a pun on "cee gee el".

Quick question regarding tights and OTKs. I'm a rather fit and naturally stocky person (I'm half Samoan), particularly in my lower legs, so my calves (and legs in general) are pretty large due to working out some, along with genetics. I'm honestly afraid of buying printed tights, in fear I might be too big to wear them, and I'd tear them. Any brands to recommend that would fit? I know about TejaJamilla, but I've also wondered about Yihdra, Ruby Rabbit (I don't know how these fit), and other possible ones I don't know about.

Can I cover EVA foam with newspaper and then paint it? it's extremely hard to find plastidip or colored eva foam sheets in my country (there's only black ones)

>>9799671
Newspaper won't look good, but you can prime it with regular white glue that they sell in big bottles

>>9799586
I've only had one pair of Yihdra tights but I was really impressed with them as they were very thick, a lot better quality than the AP tights I own.

>>9799581
Thanks

>>9799684
Thank you! I just wanted to ask before I made a purchase. Thanks again!

What's the Japanese name for the furry thing you sometimes see worn with kimono? I think in English it would be called a "stole" but googling "kimono stole" isn't bringing up any relevant results

>>9799767
Apparently it is stole.
Searching for 毛皮ストール着物 (fur stole kimono) seemed to work for me.

I bought a long wig from Epiccosplay and usually I don’t have a problem with their wigs, mine gets tangled and frizzy very easily. Is there anything I can do to help it? Straightening it helps a little but it goes back to being frizzy after 1 minute of wearing it.

Fairly new to cosplay in general. Would this be a decent sewing machine to use for it? https://www.amazon.co.uk/Brother-Metal-Chassis-Sewing-Machine/dp/B00IH8JC6A/ref=sr_1_4_m?s=kitchen&ie=UTF8&qid=1519778971&sr=1-4&keywords=sewing+machines

What is everyone's opinion on cosplaying as Dva from Overwatch, but in bunny form? Is it trashy or should I just go with it?

>>9799966
Brother is generally good quality, it looks like an okay beginner machine.
>>9800337
I'm cool with it as long as the execution is okay and you can wear it well, meaning it fits you and everything stays in place. Fashion tape the hell out of it if you need, but nip slip at a con is not good, even if you're hot.

>>9788953
thank you a lot anon !