by theladyfriend1 | Nov 11, 2024 | Costume Design
If you hope to not only model and create cosplays but also design, there’s a few things you need to know. One such thing, is costume design terms so you can talk the talk. This guide will take you through some more basic terminology that can be essential while...
by theladyfriend1 | Nov 4, 2024 | Wig Styling
Table of ContentsWhy Wear a Wig Cap Under a Wig?Wig Cap Vs No Wig Cap Wigs can help bring a cosplay to life and add to the accuracy of the costume. However, it’s not as simple as taking it out of the packaging and putting it on. Things like washing, styling,...
by theladyfriend1 | Sep 30, 2024 | SFX and Makeup
Table of ContentsBlocking Eye BrowsEyebrow Pencil or CreamMascarasFace Paint or CrayonMatte Eyeshadow Wearing vibrant colored wigs or just one that difference from your natural hair color, can look out of place when paired with your eyebrows. The mismatch of colors...
by theladyfriend1 | Sep 16, 2024 | Cosplay Buying Guides, Cosplay Crafting
Table of ContentsWhat Set Up Do I Need to Start AirbrushingWhat Are The Tools Needed for Airbrush PaintingNecessary SuppliesOptional SupplesAirbrush Cleaning & Maintenance SuppliesAirbrush PPE Painting and weathering your costumes can be done efficiently with an...
by theladyfriend1 | Aug 12, 2024 | Sewing and Fabric
Table of ContentsSewing Options How to Stop Fabric from Fraying Without Sewing Nothing is worse than frayed fabric. Unfortunately without finishing the edges of your cosplays after sewing the pieces together, it’s bound to happen. This poses an issue because...
by theladyfriend1 | Jul 29, 2024 | Sewing and Fabric
I was able to create a Bombshell Catwoman cosplay to wear for a day at C2E2 2024. It was so awesome to bring to life and also get to meet the creator of the artwork, AntLucia, in the costume as well. I wanted to share the whole process though of how to cosplay...