With Mario Day quickly approaching on March 10th, you may be looking for ways to prepare as a cosplayer. Have no fear, I’m here to help. Whether you played Smash Brothers or Luigi’s Mansion, there’s bound to be something here for you. I’m provided a list of Nintendo cosplay ideas for Mario day that is sure to wow your friends and fans. There is sure to be a popular cosplay character for you to try on this list.
Mario Nintendo Cosplay Ideas
The following cosplay ideas come from games where Mario Bros characters are playable.
- Mario – The main star of the franchise, whether you’re fighting for stars in Mario Party or racing across rainbow road in Mario Kart, he’s any easily recognizable character to cosplay. You can either sew a whole costume, purchase one or even try to create a closet cosplay.
- Luigi – The number 2 of the franchise, Luigi has similar cosplay opportunities as Mario but with additional games to pick from like Luigi’s Mansion.
- Peach – If you’re looking for princess cosplay ideas, don’t shy away from Peach. She’s the leading lady with a costume that can be sewn or bought. You have tons of options with her standard dress from the Mario movie or Smash Bros.
- Daisy – Daisy, like Luigi, has similar opportunities as Peach. If you’re looking for something a little unique for the princesses though, check out their tennis outfits or racing suits.
- Rosalina – Another iconic lady of the Mario franchise, Rosalina has a simple dress that is a little easier to sew or purchase if you so choose.
- Toad/Toadette – Looking to cosplay as more of a side kick? Then this character is just perfect for you. We have Toad and even Toadette for those looking to dress more feminine.
- Bowser/Bowsette – If you prefer to cosplay as the bad guys of a franchise, then don’t miss the main antagonists of
Mario games. You can cosplay a unique Bowser design or try your hand at the fan-made Bowsette for something a little sexy. - Boo/Booette – Continuing with the villains, we have King Boo and the fan-made Booette. Take the simple ghost concept and create something all your own for this character.
- Wario/Waluigi – Looking to create a cosplay that’s a little more cringe? This Nintendo cosplay idea is just perfect for you. Create something extra silly by cosplaying either Wario or Waluigi.
- Kamek – Interested in playing a magical villain? Kamek is just for you. The simple costume is easy to make or purchase and you can be recognized from Super Mario games or the movie.
- Donkey Kong – A little less Mario, but still a member of the franchise is Donkey Kong. Whether you choose the main man himself or explore Diddy or Cranky, These gorillas are bound to be a fun cosplay choice for Mario day.
Nintendo Cosplay Ideas
If you’re not super in love with Mario but want to get a cosplay idea for the holiday, try these other Nintendo cosplay ideas.
- Princess Zelda/Link – If you loved the Legend of Zelda as a Nintendo gamer than the main characters Link and Zelda are perfect cosplays. You can also find them fighting Mario characters in games like Smash Bros.
- Samus Aran – Samus Aran is the perfect character to cosplay from Metroid. Whether you choose the fully armored suit or the iconic zero-suit Shamus look, you’ll wow everyone on Mario day.
- Inkling – Another character available in Smash Bros, Inklings are the way to go. This character is more commonly known for Splatoon, but they make for a great close cosplay.
- Isabelle/Tom Nook – Animal Crossing is a popular franchise for Nintendo. With years of games stretching from New Leaf and New Horizons, you have a variety of options with characters like Tom Nook or Isabelle.
- Bayonetta – With her own Nintendo game series, and appearances in Smash Bros as well, the bad ass Bayonetta is a perfect cosplay to create or buy.
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