So, you want to cosplay, but you’re not sure what character to choose? Well, have no fear because we’re here to help! In this article, we’ll be discussing some great cosplays for beginners, as well as some tips on how to make your cosplay look its best.
First things first, let’s take a look at what cosplay is.
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What is a Cosplay?
Cosplay is short for ‘costume play.’ It’s basically when you dress up as a character from your favorite anime, movie, book or video game. It’s not just limited to Japanese media either; cosplayers have been known to dress up as characters from all kinds of Western comics and movies. So there really are no limits when it comes to choosing a character.
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One of the great things about cosplay is that most characters tend to be wearing some pretty flashy clothes. This means that with enough time and effort, you can make some pretty amazing costumes, even if you don’t consider yourself to be particularly crafty.
The best part is that the most difficult part of cosplay is often just finding clothing that fits the character. If you do happen to be crafty, then making your own costume can be a lot of fun too.
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But enough about all that! Let’s get back to who we should choose characters from.
How to Get Started
Cosplay can be a really fun and interesting way to express yourself and show your love for your favorite characters. However, it can also be a little daunting to think about what cosplay you could do. If you’re not sure where to start, here are a few ideas to help you get started:
- If you love anime, consider cosplaying as one of your favorite characters. You can either go for a classic look or try something more original. If you’re not sure where to start, there are plenty of resources online that can help you choose the perfect cosplay.
- If you’re a fan of comic books, why not try cosplaying as one of your favorite superheroes or villains? Again, there are plenty of resources online that can help you choose the perfect cosplay.
- If you’re a fan of movies, why not try being your favorite character from a popular movie? You could even try a cross-over and go as two characters from two different movies.
- If you love TV shows, you have even more options. You could cosplay as a character from a popular TV show like Stranger Things, Game of Thrones, or The Big Bang Theory.
- You can even try something completely different and go for one of your favorite TV characters like Sheldon Cooper or Mindy Lahiri. If you’re not sure where to start, there are plenty of resources online that can help you choose the perfect cosplay.
Cosplaying is a great way to show your love for the characters you love, so start practicing your best poses and Han Solo lines today.
Some Cosplays to Try for Beginners
Some of the best cosplays you can try to include dressing up as your favorite character from a movie or TV show. You could also dress up as a celebrity or even as a character from a video game. If you’re feeling creative, you could even try making your own original cosplay.
If you’re still not sure what type of cosplay to try, we’ve found some costumes that we think you’ll look amazing in. They would be perfect for Halloween or a cosplay convention.
If you’re new to cosplaying, these costumes are simple enough that you’ll look like a pro in no time.
Let’s start with everyone’s favorite cyborg detective: RoboCop! This edgy costume is bound to get you some attention at your next Halloween party. To rock this classic 80s cop look, all you need is a blue jumpsuit (you can dye a white one), a utility belt, knee pads, and some reddish-brown boots. RoboCop’s signature silver stripes on the sleeves will also add to the effect.
Another costume you’ll look great in is Link from Nintendo’s “Legend of Zelda.” All you need is a green shirt and pants, a brown tunic, a belt with a pouch and a sword. Brown boots will complete the look.
If you’re looking for something even simpler, try the Scarecrow costume from “Batman.” All it takes is an old burlap shirt worn over black pants and black gloves. Stick some straw in your sleeve to add authenticity. Wear a burlap mask and a tall black hat, and you’re all set.
How do Cosplayers Create their Costumes?
In general, cosplayers use a variety of techniques to create their creations. Depending on the complexity and size of the costume, they may do things like buy a pre-made costume and modify it, commission an artist to make a custom design for them, or draft their own designs from scratch.
Some cosplayers are content to wear the costumes they create themselves. However, for people less confident in their abilities or not sure if making a costume is worth the time, effort, and money it requires, there are other options available.
Buying Pre-Made Costumes
One option you might consider is buying one of the many pre-made designs that professional artists have made for sale. Although they may not have the same personal touch that something you’ve made yourself would have, these costumes are usually of a high enough quality for you to wear them at conventions without looking out of place.
If this sounds more suitable to your needs, there are lots of websites where you can buy pre-made costumes online.
If you’re not sure what type of costume to buy or just don’t know where to find one, some cosplay webpages have polls that let their users vote on the costumes they’d like to see more of. You can browse these polls for inspiration before deciding if buying a costume is right for you.
Making Costume Yourself
Finally, if making the costume yourself sounds more fun, and you’re willing to put in the work to make a good quality design, then drafting your own designs might be the way to go. Although this does take time and effort, there are lots of templates available online that will help you draft a cosplay at a higher quality than you might be able to do by hand.
In Conclusion
Remember, cosplay is for everyone! If you love a character and want to dress up like them, then go for it. Just make sure to have fun and be safe.
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