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Moon's Costume BlogCostumes news, cosplay happenings, exclusive updates on custom costume designs and costume industry events. Click here for blog archives. Sunday, May 20, 2012 0 CommentsCosplay: The Art of Complete Transformation Choice Of Cosplay Shop First things first: Make sure that you visit a shop that knows about the art of cosplay. Your choice should be a shop that pays attention to details. What type of accessories does your character wear? Are the costumes authentic? Serious cosplayers aren't satisfied with run-of-the-mill costumes. They want something that will impress. A great cosplay shop understands that and will go above and beyond to fulfill your desires. Character The choice of the character you want to cosplay is very important. Try to choose something that you feel might be an unlikely choice for others. And go to great lengths to pick something unique that you can replicate with ease. Many of the items you need to add to the authenticity of your costume can be found right at home. So take some time and plan well. You'll be thrilled with the outcome. Persona Oftentimes, a great cosplay costume is accented by the persona of the person wearing it. Take some time and study the character you are portraying. What are their mannerisms? Do they have an accent? How do they walk? Learning these simple details about your character can leave others in awe of your cosplay ability. Which character do you have your heart set on cosplaying? Go for it! A little thought and originality can lead to a great cosplaying adventure. Thursday, May 17, 2012 0 CommentsPlan Ahead for SteamPunk Conventions for the Rest of 2012
One of the most fantastic types of cosplay conventions is the SteamPunk Convention. And if you spend
any amount of time on the internet looking for this particular type of
convention, you'll see that the rest of 2012, there are an incredible amount of
them in the works.
SteamPunk Conventions are characterized by the retro-futuristic cosplay costumes, activities and performances that attenders have the pleasure of participating in. Fans of SteamPunk Conventions are all about socializing with other gamers who, if you ask any of them, feel that their favorite pastime is long past due in being brought out into the spotlight. Cosplayers who take part in these amazing events have the opportunity to attend workshops, see performances and connect personally with people from all walks of life who share their gaming passions. Authenticity is the key when taking part in any SteamPunk Convention. The greatest cosplayers display a variety of futuristic, Victorian science fiction cosplay costumes that will blow your mind with their originality and intelligence. As it is with planning any good cosplay costume, specific attention should be paid to detail. SteamPunk is a rapidly growing sub-genre and those who choose to pay homage to the SteamPunk movement need to do their research. And the styles you can choose from are endless in their number. From Time Traveler to European to everything in between. If you do plan on attending one of the SteamPunk Cosplay Conventions in 2012, the opportunity to have a fantastic time is there for the taking. And no matter which SteamPunk cosplay costume you decide to wear, you are sure to have a great time, make some lifelong friends, and have a great story to share with those who missed it. Labels: Anime and Cosplay Wednesday, May 16, 2012 0 CommentsYour Pets Can Get In the Fun! Plan Ahead for Their Costume Too You can tell a dog-lover a mile
away. Whether it's the young girl who carries her pint-sized pup in a
purse through the mall, or the little old lady down the street who simply
lights up every time you mention one of her cats. People love pets.
And if you are a pet-adoring cosplayer, there is no reason why you can't bring
your pet along on an upcoming adventure, donning their very own cosplay costume. There is such a wide variety of cosplay costumes for pets. Maybe you think your beloved companion would look the best in a costume that's fashioned to compliment yours. Or maybe you want to choose something that uniquely fits your pet's personality. No matter what you choose, your pet will enjoy a night on the town by your side. If this is something you are considering doing with your pet, there are a few things you should do in order to make your cosplay event enjoyable for both of you. First, make sure that the event you are attending is pet-friendly. It would be a waste of time to plan for your pet only to find out that pets are not allowed. Second of all, choose your pet's cosplay costumes early enough so that you can give your pet a chance to get used to them. Animals can be very unruly when they try things for the first time. Especially if your pet has never worn any clothing before at all. Giving him or her several opportunities to wear cosplay costumes at home before the big event will insure that everything goes well. Have fun and take on that upcoming convention with your pet by your side. Experiences like cosplay events are certainly more fun when they're shared. And your pet makes the perfect date. Labels: Costumes for Pets Sunday, May 13, 2012 0 CommentsPaxEast The Fun You Missed!
PAX East 2012 was definitely a memorable event.
This amazing three day cosplaying experience was inundated with all kinds of gaming characters. The event took place in Boston, MA in the beginning of April. People who attended were entertained beyond imagination. If you were one of the people who missed it, you missed an awesome and noteworthy production of talented cosplayers. The costumes were incredibly articulate and authentic as characters from everything from Mass Effect to Transformers were given presence at PAX East 2012. Attenders had the opportunity to sample a variety of games and activities while demonstrating their favorite characters. And many PAX East attenders this year spared no expense when making their costumes as true-to-form as possible. You would have almost expected Bumblebee to transform into a car at any given moment; or incredible battles to break out between arch rivals from several popular games. The key, it seems, is in the details. Cosplaying costumes depend on details in order to be the absolute best. It doesn't matter which character you portray, or what type of convention you plan on attending. The most authentic costumes constantly come away with the recognition every cosplayer is after when planning their attire for that special event. PAX East 2012 certainly made its mark on Boston. Those who attended this amazing convention had the opportunity to witness a remarkable amount of cosplaying talent that weekend. And for those who didn't attend, do some brainstorming and get that cosplay costume together! With talent and fun like this, make sure you don't miss the next one. And with the right planning and preparation, you may just come out the star! Labels: Anime and Cosplay, transformers This Cosplay Batman is a Real Hero to Kids with Cancer
In every sense of the word, Leonard Robinson is a true Superhero.
By utilizing his resources, as well as his big heart, he spends a vast amount of his time entertaining children in hospitals using his Batman cosplay costume. Robinson takes his responsibility as Batman very seriously. Because of his desire to brighten the bleak days of the children and families he spends time with, Robinson uses only the best accessories in order to make his appearance as Batman as authentic and unforgettable as possible. Not only does he appear exceptionally realistic as the famed Superhero, Robinson also gives out gifts to the children he visits. Upon receiving a visit from Batman, each child is given t-shirts, hats and other Batman-themed items to brighten their days. Robinson has been Batman to countless numbers of children since 2001. In addition to his amazing Batman cosplay costume, Robinson creates a true Superhero impression by driving a Batmobile, complete with every detail necessary. Right down to the floor mats in the vehicle, which proudly display the Batman insignia. Robinson is an inspiration to anyone who is interested in cosplay costumes. Cosplay can be utilized for a variety of reasons, including being a source of entertainment, happiness and hope for children, like the ones Robinson visits every day. The key to great cosplay costumes, as Batman illustrates so beautifully, is authenticity. Details are what's important when planning your attire for that upcoming cosplay costume party or event. Or maybe you're inspired to make a difference like Leonard Robinson. Whatever your reason for cosplay, one thing is certain. When you choose a beautiful, detail-oriented costume, you will make a lasting impression. Just like Batman. Labels: Anime, Batman, costumes Sunday, May 6, 2012 0 CommentsHow to Join for Complete Fun
Are you an avid cosplayer? Or maybe you've been invited to a
cosplay convention or event and you're not sure how to get started. Have no
fear. Regardless of where you fit in the cosplay world, getting your cosplay
costumes together can be easy and fun. And you can make sure that you're the
cosplayer everyone is talking about!
For starters, study the character you want to emulate. And remember, authenticity and details are the keys to great cosplay costumes. Whether you are portraying an anime character or one of your favorite movie stars, take the time to learn what makes that particular character unique and make it happen! Don't forget to pay close attention to the mannerisms of your character. Take some time and practice how he or she walks, stands and talks. With a little time and effort, you can join in the fun with cosplayers who have been doing this for years. And the best part is, if you do it right, you won't look like a rookie! If you aren't sure where to begin, Moon Costumes has everything you need to make that upcoming event perfect. And because we work with people for whom cosplaying is an art form, you can rest assured that we have thought of everything to make sure that your cosplay costume is the talk of the event. From entire cosplay costumes to accessories, we are on the job. And don't forget to check out what you already have at home that can be used in your costume to bring added authenticy to it. At www.MoonCostumes.com, we take pride in helping our cosplayers achieve their goal to make their event successful. Check out how we can help you today. You won't be disappointed! Labels: captain america, cosplay, the avengers Friday, March 23, 2012 0 CommentsWNBA Stars Share their Favorite Childhood Costumes Although you may not remember most little details about your childhood like where you sat in particular classes, or even most of the things you learned in those particular classes, chances are you do you remember your favorite childhood Halloween or Costume, Party costumes. In fact, many of us can recount what we dressed up as year by year up to our present age and those of us who can’t quite recount things that clearly, can usually at least point out which was our favorite, most memorable costume.
Some of the greatest basketball stars from the WNBA were recently asked to name their favorite Halloween costumes and most had no trouble doing so. Danielle Adams recalled dressing up as the yellow Power Ranger one year as a child and thinking that as soon as she put on the costume that she would have the yellow power ranger’s powers. Other players recalled clown outfits, handmade gorilla suits, Cinderella, and even late 90’s pop sensations like Brittney Spears.
If the old psychology adage is true and we really do remember the events that come with a slew of emotions most easily, this phenomenon certainly speaks volumes for costumes. From the time we are young children, most of us generally come to associate costume wearing with excitement, happiness, and fun.
Fortunately as the popularity of Halloween celebrations, costume parties, and cosplay conventions continues to grow, we now have the opportunity to continue to create the same memorable occasions and life long memories well into our adulthood simply by dressing in costume. Labels: Anime and Cosplay Wednesday, March 21, 2012 0 Comments38th Annual Comic-Con San Diego Masquerade Now Offering Exciting New Prizes The 2012 38th annual Comic-Con will be held from July 12th through 15th at the San Diego Convention Center. This year, many costume clad convention goes are going to have the chance to reap some awesome rewards simply by signing up to participate in the convention’s Saturday night Masquerade.
As Comic-Con staff notes, costumes are a vital ingredient of nearly all of the popular arts and an integral part of fan conventions. Although the intrinsic rewards of creating a costume from start to finish are often enough for many cosplayers, being recognized for their talents and efforts never hurts!
Comic-Con’s masquerade will be hosted by master and mistress of ceremonies Phil and Kaja Foglio of Studio Foglio. Along with an expert panel of judges and several exciting sponsors, the dynamic duo will be doling out prizes and medallions. Competitors will be judged in the categories of best in show, judges choice, best re-creation, best workmanship, most beautiful, best young fan, and even best original design. All costume genres are welcome.
A free four day membership to Comic-Con 2013 will be granted to any entrant who wins an award in one of these categories. Other prizes include a crystal trophy and $1,000 cash, special edition comics, limited edition Star Wars collectibles, and gift cards.
If staying behind the scenes and admiring each costume is more your style, there is still plenty of entertainment to be had at the masquerade for you. Comic-Con provides plenty of big screen televisions for masquerade audience members to check out each costume’s details right along with the judges. Labels: Anime and Cosplay Monday, March 19, 2012 0 CommentsWonderCon 2012 offers Another Great Reason to Cosplay and Enjoy! There really are so many great events for cosplay lovers in California. WonderCon 2012 took place this past weekend and was certainly a blast for everyone who was able to make it out. The event, which is just coming off of their best year ever with 49,000 attendees in its 25th annual San Francisco area event, may have tallied up even more total attendees this year.
This year WonderCon, which is always a weekend long event, was held at the Anaheim Convention Center in sunny Anaheim, California instead of the usual Moscone Center South location successful WonderCons have been held out for the last six consecutive years. When WonderCon staff found out that the Moscone Center South was due for renovations all throughout 2012, they seized the opportunity to hold WonderCon 2012 at a new location with many perks.
Since the Anaheim Convention Center is located within walking distance of Disneyland’s free downtown Disney district, cosplaying fans and their entire families enjoyed hopping back and forth between WonderCon events and Disneyland for an ultimate fantasy weekend getaway, and yes, WonderCon goers were also able to score discounted VIP tickets to all of the other Disneyland theme parks as well!
At the convention center itself, fans were given the opportunity to check out exclusive programming from the top comics publishers in the country, movie and television panels, anime, autographs, games, and more. Many participated in the weekend’s masquerades as well! Aside from WonderCon's great location, warm weather as well as great available accommodations, excellent dining opportunities, and easy transportation all made this event perfect for costume lovers and super fans. Labels: Anime and Cosplay |
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