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Effective Tips On How To Make Your Anime Cosplay

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Effective Tips On How To Make Your Anime Cosplay

With the right anime outfits, it is very easy to make anime cosplay. With the right construction and attention to detail, you can make it look realistic and believable. This guide will give you the tips and basics of cosplaying an anime character. You will learn the best tips from deciding on cosplay to making your cosplay and adding accessories and details.

 

Choose and plan your cosplay

You should start by choosing a character. The character doesn’t have to look like you. It doesn’t even have to be the same gender as you. That is what makeup and wigs are for. Instead, choose a character that is interesting and that you would feel comfortable cosplaying as. Consider a complex character if you are a seasoned cosplayer. If you cannot decide then you can see what your friends are doing and choose a character from that. You can even start a cosplay group. If you are still facing difficulties in choosing then you should choose a character that is similar to you. You could get some suggestions from your friends.

 

Get a lot of reference pictures

There are high chances that your character will have different outfits to pick from. Choose one that appeals to you the most and find as many reference photos as possible. If your anime has a video game or a manga then you should look them up. Statues and action figures of characters also make great references.

 

Do a twist of your cosplay

There are a lot of costumes online to help you twist your cosplay. You can add a spin on your anime character, such as renaissance, post-apocalyptic or steampunk. A crossover cosplay is also a great idea. A gender-bend cosplay can also be achieved. Gender-bending isn’t the same as cross-playing. It is when you cosplay as the man version of a woman character.

 

Consider how much money, time and effort you want to put in

When a costume is more complex, it will need more time to make it justice. Do not wait until the last minute to start working on it. This is where you need to take the level of your skills into consideration. If this is your first time cosplaying or if you cannot sew then you should go with something simple. You can also try a complex cosplay if you are new to sewing but you will have to give it some extra time to learn and practice the required skills.

 

Think about where and when you will be wearing your cosplay

You should know whether you will be spending most of your time outdoors or indoors. Indoor conventions are often air-conditioned and this means you have more freedom as to what you can wear. If the gathering or convention will be taking place outside then you should choose a costume that is appropriate for the weather.

 

List down everything you need

List down everything you need for your anime outfits– shirts, skirts, pants and accessories. Accessories might include things such as makeup, wigs and undergarments.


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