What's your opinion on innacurate cosplays? Should people just have fun whether or not you look like the character/got a spot-on costume, or does the cosplay has to be perfect?
I personally feel pretty perfectionist about my own stuff, but I don't really mind how scuffed other cosplay can be. Kinda charming really, plus less chance of the cosplayer being some influencer/TikTok dipshit
IMO anything goes provided you aren't entering any competitions. Perfection and skill should be prioritized in those, but as far as just having fun goes, I don't see any reason to judge anyone's cosplay skills.
"if its not fun why play it?"
Why is there such a stigma against girls who cosplay for money? As someone who has never had a girlfriend, being able to send money to cute girls who cosplay as the characters that I love is one of the only things in my life that makes me feel like I have a purpose. From patreon to onlyfans, it's on of my biggest joys and motivations in my life. One day I hope I can give money to a cosplayer at a con in real life and not just through the internet.
qrd?
>>10868287Women can't do anything these days without backlash. If they can make a quick buck doing something they like then fair play to them. Also they wouldn't be doing it if there wasn't a market for it as OP has shown
If they actually cosplay and come have fun at cons? You do you, even if I find it odd.If they just wear a wig and do porn? Fuck off, go get blacked or some shit hoe. My only other issue is if they go to cons explicitly to just get risque pics in the general area for their OF. Go rent a studio, hotel, airbnb, whatever. Why do that shit at a con? People paying to have a good time arent your backdrop and dont consent to it, its awkward as hell having someone find you in the background of some whore's smut.
>>10868287Would 3 let me kiss her feet, tights and nylon gloves for $5 instead? So horny and lonely.
>>10925901Lying gay man
pretty simple are any of yall gonna be there and do any of you have thoughts on the con
>>10969316Did you have a bag with a pin featuring Yuki from Mayonaka Punch on it? If that is the case, then I saw you at the convention. If I you were in fact the person that I saw, then I must admit being surprised that I actually witnessed somebody else that posted here in the real world.
>>10969353>It plays well to get there on Thursday and then start talking to people early/mid Friday.This sounds as though it is good advice. This has been my fourth time going to this convention, and although I enjoy the time I spend at the convention, I have only had one instance where I had a conversation with anyone that lasted more than perhaps one to three minutes at the absolute maximum. Zenkaikon was my first anime convention, and I distinctly remember feeling very anxious about going to the convention even after driving all the way to the convention center. I was anxious to the degree that I stayed in my car for probably thirty minutes just trying to build up the courage to walk into the convention center because I was afraid of how "weird" it might be, despite being an anime fan my entire life.After the first time I made it into the convention, the anxiety around attending conventions dissipated, but I still feel a latent anxiety and discomfort around actually maintaining or initiating conversations with people. It often does not manifest itself as actual nervousness or trepidation, although sometimes that is still the case. At this point, I think I often dismiss opportunities to speak to people entirely if I feel that I do not have a chance of maintaining a conversation with them, and so as a result I perhaps feel less directly anxious than I was initially, but only because I already dismissed many social interactions that could cause anxiety. Because of that tendency to dismiss potential chances to interact with others at a convention in the first place, the conversations that I do have with others never really go beyond one to three questions about somebody's cosplay at the absolute most.Perhaps I should go to this networking event the next time I go to Zenkaikon, as my current strategy for talking to people always turns into walking around the convention by myself for hours until I leave, and that does not appear to be working.
>>10969356Oh shit yeah that was me, sup.>If I you were in fact the person that I saw, then I must admit being surprised that I actually witnessed somebody else that posted here in the real world.Desu I'm more surprised at someone recognizing MayoPan in the wild, haha. I have a Fu pin on that bag too.
>>10969359start drinking (doesn't have to be alcohol) and hang out at the hotel bars adjacent to the convention center at night
>>10969343Yes. It has been growing year over year. Programming isn’t always the best (some events can actually be arguably quite bad). But there is always some interesting people there.
Hi, I'm trying to figure out how this character's coat is structured. There are a lot of large random bits of fabric with thick outlines and different colors that suggest they're not connected, but that seems like a huge waste of fabric and the illustrator must have made a mistake. Or more likely, I've never done a military cosplay before so I just can't tell...I divided the parts roughly based on a very basic long coat pattern I have and come up with a plan to tack on the extra fabric even if it's a waste. But I only have patterns for straight long coats, so I can't figure out how I would get the waist to be tighter?If you recognize this coat in some military or have any similar sewing patterns, I'd appreciate any help! I don't really care about the military accuracy, but I would love it if there are existing patterns I could study from. Thanks!
>>10969362I would love to help, but this may be a case of an artist drawing some nonsense impossible design. What you did is pretty good already. As long as it looks similar from outside it should be enough
>>10969362Here's what I would do- CHEAT! Construct the coat as if it were a dress. Front, back, sides, zipper in back that will be hidden by the overcoat she's wearing like a cape. Or a nice long invisible zipper in a superfluous center back seam. Yeah, probably the invisible zipper. Then I'd add all the other strange straps and flaps over the top, sewing the flaps into the nearest seam.Costumes! They just have to look good, not function in any sensible way. Good Luck!
>>10969443>>10969447Thanks for the tips! I didn't want to cheat too much because I have some good white leather I was eyeing at my local craft store and didn't want it to go to waste. I'll probably try a mini 1:10 model out of some scrap fabric and see how it goes. I'm still not sure how to tighten the waist, so I might get one from Temu to dismantle, or just add a hidden belt inside.
What do you guys think about AI and Cosplay (and to a lesser extent Lolita)?Its very easy now to manipulate images to get cosplayers to do all sorts of lewd things and many cosplayers are complaining. Though some others are leaning onto it with the "grok put me in x" trend.Some cynics would say it's thots complaining about people generating sexy content of them for free instead of paying.But remember this affects all cosplayers not just e-girls.Can anything be done? Do we need new laws?
>"ugh! Boys! Don't give me attention!"
>>10968815She wants attention but also money.She wants people to join her OF instead of creating AI content with her.
>>10968840then should just do anal scenes already. her shit is getting stale and she just has terrible performance face.
>>10968840Her photos are so heavily filtered she can't even say she doesn't use AI. May as well use AI and not have to deal with the manmade horror that she isn't unfiltered.Medical science has gone too far.
>>10966468kys
What sewing machine do you use?I'm a big ren-faire guy and I have settled into wizard-adjacent aesthetics. Unfortunately, robes and cloaks are heavily marked up despite being fairly simple to manufacture. They are also typically featureless. Having no liners, pockets, clasps, or other features you would want a clothing item to have. This has led me to develop an interest in producing my own ren-faire clothing, and by extension an interest in sewing machines and supplies.The options are vast, and the takes are varied. Some machines are seen as both incredible and terrible by people of seemingly similar capability, experience, and skill. I don't want to spend too much money as I have various expenditures ahead of me.So, what do you use?
If you're just getting into sewing, an entry level domestic mechanical (non-computerized) machine is gonna be fine. You really just need a straight, zig-zag, & buttonhole stitch for most sewing, especially if you're doing historical stuff. Janome machines are pretty solid in my experience, the basic ones are about 200 bucks. You can always upgrade to something fancier in a few years if you really get into the hobby.
Singer's Heavy Duty line offers a lot of options and has worked really well for my projects. I honestly think any machine would work as long as it functions properly, but I'm no expert. Anyway, if you see a working machine at a thrift store, why not grab it and give it a whirl instead of hemming (get it?) and hawing about the type?
>>10969187Seconding this suggestion. The important thing is to start, you can get a better machine later if you find you actually like sewing.
Is anyone else here going to Dublin Comic Con next month? If so, who are you cosplaying as? I'm going as Chuuya from Bungo Stray Dogs
fuckkkkk, i didnt bother cosplaying for DCC March 2026, but i definitely will be for August. hope i'll see you there too, spudanon.
suggest anything lolz
>>10969107I could well see it under different circumstances, but also those posts are spread out by almost 2 years. I can't really see someone giving a damn for that long over something with such a subtle and minor payoff. Who knows though? Log-posting has being sustained on /b/ for what feels like a lifetime.
>>10969108>can't really see someone giving a damn for that long over something with such a subtle and minor payoffnever underestimate the power of autism. Consistent "I'm a silly girl x3" typing pattern, namefagging and bumping at page 10. Are any of these smoking guns? No. do they do anything to weaken my case that they're the same person? Also no
>>10969107looks a lot like that to me 2bh, so timestamp or GTFO should apply there
>>10968919reminderthese threads are b8 until proven otherwise with a timestamp
>>10969112Yeah this. Also I'm half backtracking here-- the two threads that say "need cosplays ideas" then list height are the same person. Those aren't up for debate
suit and tie also 4chan catchpas has become significantly worse lmfao
>>10967426Nice, gonna rape you
>>10968504you'd have to leave your mom's basement for thathttps://www.youtube.com/shorts/PKW-CCzVOBk
>>10967426I am a zealous soldier for Rei Ayanami since the age of 12, I support any and all Rei cosplayers regardless of "effort".
>>10967426bash ur face in if ur cute
reminder that these threads are b8 until proven otherwise with a timestamp
Are aliexpress vkei/anime wigs good?t. EuropoorKonnichiwarts looks pretty cool in them.
>>10968787They are low quality but can look decent enough if you treat them with care and brush them a bit.
March 13-15, 2026 Walter E. Washington Convention CenterI haven't seen one and it's a little more than a week away...https://awesome-con.com/
Bump:3 anyone going?
I went last year or the year before that. Was nice, saw Andy Serkis who made the gollum voice for my wee sister.I've never been to any other convention before, I was surprised at the volume of anime-related stuff. But I guess that's to be expected by people who touch grass more than I do.
>>10968874Yes , but only to document the convention and take hall photos.
March 6-8, 2026 Baird Center Milwaukee, WI Do you have a cosplay picked out yet?Any particular events or panels you're hoping to catch?What part of the convention floor are you most drawn to?Are you traveling in from out of town or staying nearby?Will you be attending solo or with friends?
>>10968846first time?
Going with 2 friends, same con group for the last few years, all old as balls.Hoping I can scrape together the last bits of my Pure Vanilla cosplay for the con, but odds are low so it might be a super casual con.Swap meet will be great, got a lot of junk to unload. Other than that nothing stuck out too much, 'Hear Me Out' might be fun just to hear people get really passionate about obscure or 'weird' series.Hoping the guy with the custom scenery figs shows up this year and has another good garden/flowing water Holo. I'll bite the bullet and buy it asap day one because all the Holo's he makes sell by Sat morning.
>>10968851First time since a certain... event happened. Mainly going solo to avoid all that noise is my hope.Looks like it's going to be shitty rain all weekend, at least my hotel is close by
>>10968864What was the event?
Anything going on today Day 0? Who all there?
I'm unsure if I should go to this con and most of it comes from the fact that I'm not sure what to cos. I'd appreciate if one or more people would be nice enough to look at a few pics of me to recommend characters, I'm not sure who to try and I'm equally unsure how to pull it off since I'm somewhat new to the hobby, so recommendations to that are welcome too. My Discord handle is mustard1863. If that's a no go, I can post stuff here as well, but I'd prefer to stay somewhat anonymous here at the very least.
>>10968981Surely you have video games or anime you enjoy that you can pick a character from right
>>10968982Absolutely, yeah. I've been a weeb since I was 4 and I'm obsessed with a game called Deadlock right now, but I'm a bit of a perfectionist and a manwhore, so I definitely want the cosplay to look good enough, so I wanted to have a few people's opinions on what would work well for me specifically.
Is it common for cons to deteriorate overtime and be shadow of their former self? I have just been to my local one mostly and once to a smaller nearby city. The first five years were cool because they really try. There was variety, the panels were decent and many happening even at the same time so there were choices. They gave free small gifts when entering the con or give special gift bags to the first 100 peoples, lots of cool things like that. Con is like 14 or 16 years old now. Then they halfway progressively started to get worse and worse and very repetitive, so bad that they don't even have a front tables for the persons talking in panels, they used to record every panel proffesionally they even stop filming their most popular event which is cosplay. Entrance prices at the gate are too expensive. Vendors used to had nice prices now they sell more expensive than buying at the store. A figure that will cost you 23 at the store costs you here 30-35. The organizers lost their passion and the attendees grew tired of the same old or grew out of cons. I kind of blame con goers too because they didnt support or attend many of the good ideas the organisers had at first. They had art contests, multiple panels, bonus after con party, bidding auctions, and other stuff.
>>10968753>Then they halfway progressively started to get worse and worse and very repetitive,What likely happened is the staff who poured their heart into it for the first few years started getting replaced by new people who didn't have nearly as much motivation.Same sort of shit happens to University clubs after the people who start them graduate and move on. It only takes a few years of new execs swapping in and out for them to fall apart.
>>10968818Nta is that really happening with the real Leon and where?
>>10968820I think they are the same people, the key people that I seen since the beginning are still there. The ones the host panels and the guy that seems to organize the whole thing. They had more people, I think but those get switch. They also seem to mention that they run the ones from the nearby cities too. Maybe they over extended. We only had a summer edition but they also made a wintet edition which is less popular than the summer one.
>>10968753maybe we are just old curmudgeons but I feel like most things have gone downhill from increasing corporate influence and the enshittification that comes with itsome time ago my cunt even released a scientific paper that proved this was happening everywhere so I don't see why cons would be spared
>>10968753The guy on the right is too young to be cosplaying as Leon. Give him 7 years.
