Share those nightmares come true whether it's crazed stalkers or accidentally dumping your container of hemming pins into the carpet.
Dumping some caps to get it started.
Well, have any of you goobers incorporated 3d printing into your costumes?
I'm considering buying one so I can build Enclave power armor from Fallout 2, but I'm worried the shoulder piece will be too big to make, even if split up.
well everything can be split up, you just need to put it back nicely. i wouldnt recommend printing full armor to be honest. i have used it for smaller things though. goggles,belt buckles, other props.
JFC, 3D printing something that big is retarded, unless filament has gotten a hell of a lot cheaper and I didn't hear about it
>>9100431
>not knowing about the 3d printed Space Marine costumes
It's possible, anon. You just gotta use your imagination.
I'm going to my very first convention and would like tips on how to not seem so new
>>9099684
don't know how to properly make a thread?
literally no one will notice/care that it's your first con so don't sweat it
some tips:
1.) bring a cosplay repair kit if you'll be in cosplay
2.) don't forget to drink water and feed yourself; pack food if you want to minimize spending costs
3.) also get some sleep at some point
4.) download the scheduling app if there is one, otherwise
5.) if the map/guide is only on paper, take photos of the maps and panels you're interested in with your phone
6.) stay away from people that rub you as creepy or unsettling
7.) have a budget and try to stick to it
8.) don't ask cosplayers for photos if they're eating or actively busy with something else (if they're just talking to friends it's usually ok to ask though)
9.) if you want to go to a main event like the masquerade, line up early
10.) carry around a phone charger just in case
that's all i can think of off the top of my head, let me know if you have any other questions
>>9099684
For the love of God, shower and use Deodorant. The lack of hygiene at cons is a nightmare
so it seems acparadise got breached?
>>9099060
>using a word like "pwned" in an email about your info's security being compromised
Oh my god, how unprofessional. This is why I will never have an ACP account.
>>9099089
The email is really obviously from an external website that tracks address dumps, not from ACParadise...
There's a service that notifies you about breaches like this called "have i been pwned", thus the pwned.
Post about lolita shoes here. Ex: Brand vs replica quality and all that jazz.
I like my brand tea parties. Suck it poorfags.
>wearing a women's 11
>>9096017
I'm going to upgrade to them after I inevitably destroy my replicas.
Share some of your favourite, most inspiring coords here.
Wondering if anyone here's around Oklahoma and area going to TnT this year.
>>9094413
Going, excited mostly for the bands, especially Chanty since I'm a huge fan of Akuta. Only thing I don't like is we finally get a "Jfashion" booth, but it's Dynamite "I cheat and abuse all my musicians" Tommy's and DADA "I hate all my international fans"'s lazy, half-assed attempt at lolita. $1000 for dresses and $50 for tights that we don't even know what quality is actually like.
I am going! very excited to be dressing in j-fashion and cosplay :D
Oh! So there are at least 2 other people from /cgl/ going! You'll find me as Chihiro on Saturday.
>>9100755
It's suppose to stay in the mid-90 with chances of rain (muggyness!) so make sure to stay hydrated.
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I'm looking to buy a new button maker. I have a old hand held manual one but I'd like one with interchangeable sizes and that is a bit larger/better quality.
Any recommendations?
OP, if you're going to make the AA thread, include all the resource links.
>Resources
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>Taobao/Alibaba services
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People who were selling at AX, how did you do (if you're comfortable with sharing)?
HI 4CHAN!
I'm a Japanese guy that works at a costume shop in Tokyo.
Were really interested in the cosplay scene in America and I have several questions.
1.Where do you guys get those costumes/wigs?
2.Are there any demands or differences in costumes/wigs from Japan?
3.Whats the HOTTEST manga/anime cosplay right now in the US
Thanks for watching, looking forward to your replies!
>>9089613
1. Arda Wigs, conventions, ebay out of desperation, Epic Cosplay, Aliexpress. Costumes handmade and commissioned mostly it seems. Otherwise, Aliexpress...ebay..second hand.
2. Not sure how to answer this. Maybe better quality? I've felt fibers from Japanese companies and they're niiiice. I see a lot of front lace wigs lately.
3. Hottest...I'd say Idol stuff, sports anime, One Punch Man, Magical Girl stuff. Retro animes are a bit hit. I'm seeing mostly video game cosplays though.
Thanks!
about videogames, can you be more specific?
like finalfantasy7 is epic right now!
thanks
Showing your oppai is super popular
Previous thread: >>9032901
Supercon is one week from today! Anyone have their lineups set? Entering the contest? Feeling con crunch?
I'm not going.
I had spent weeks making and designing props for all the costumes that I was going to take, and for people that commissioned me to make props as well. However: with this new prop weapon policy the owners put out, many of the people that asked for props want a refund instead, and I essentially wasted time on a cosplay.
>>9069116
That seems extreme. Did you honestly think that Supercon (or any con) wouldn't have made changes to their prop weapon's policy after Pulse? I personally think it's the right call for the con and they're abiding by the recommendations (or requirements?) that Miami Beach laid out.
I don't think the weapon's policy is that terrible. You can't have realistic fake weapons, no conceal/carry, no metal props, nothing that could reasonable hurt someone - foam and soft props are encouraged. Yeah, we're all used to seeing airsoft rifles, fake handguns, pulse rifles, etc but it would be really easy for someone with bad intentions to sneak in a real firearm. The benefits of having a perfect cosplay are not worth the risk.
For some costumes, like umbrella dudes or colonial marines, it does kinda suck, but you can still wear everything else. Use props for photoshoots or to have on display at home, it's not a total waste (remind your customers of that as well).
Can someone explain to me why people hate/boycott the Broder-cons? There seem to be a lot of people with animosity towards these conventions and take a stand on not attending out of some sort of ethical reason.
What's the deal, banana peel?
I think we have a winner for "I've been into lolita for ___ years" contest.
>>9066355
This girl annoys me to no end.
>>9066355
I want to see her and wonderfinch fight now lol
Where was this posted?
Anicomics just came to an end. New space, activities, ECG.
Thoughts?
I don't really cosplay and I have trouble talking to people, so all I want from an event is to have something to entertain me besides paying to go in cosplay and meet friends (which I don't do or have).
I think they delivered. The auditorium was hugeee, well air conditioned, comfy, and had stuff going on all the time. Kept me entertained.
I hope more events follow suit and start planning more activities, then maybe I'll start attending again.
Who won ECG?
>>9061654
unknown people!
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>>9051348
homeless kei general*
I want to do a Dio Brando cosplay. Specifically from when he fought JoJo in the burning mansion.
I want to do his hair without a wig. What hair products/styling methods would you guys recommend?
Also, should I dye it or bleach it?
Pic is my hair. The only product I used was a leave-in conditioner
shave your hair and do a bald dio cosplay because why not fuck it up a step further
>first year in cali
>first year dating girl interested in anime
>first year going to AX
>excited even though it was last minute.
>GF goes as Rukia from killa la kill, lots of people pose with her and shit
>go as john marstan because I just re-played RDR
>spend the entire expohearing "IT'S HIGH NOON" and how my Mcree cosplay is off
What was your worst con experience? also i'd post pics but they're on my camera at home
>>9097642
>Rukia from Kill la kill
>>9097657
Our friends surprised us with passes like the week before. we had zero time to plan, so just just put on a black sailor uniform and dyed some of her hair, I had cowboy stuff laying around and what not. the whole process was a mess
>>9097642
>Russia
Anyone else find it funny how so many guys assume cosplayers are fake geek girls, when we have men coming to this board all the time who don't even know the names of the characters they're talking about?
