The Last of Us, both the video game and HBO show, have taken the world by storm. If you’ve ever wondered which character is most similar to you or what personality type is your favorite character, read on!

Joel Miller is an ISTJ, which stands for Introverted, Sensing, Thinking, Judging. This personality type is often referred to as “The Duty Fulfiller” or “The Inspector.” They are practical, realistic, and dependable and are often seen as the strong protector or leader in a group. He is determined to protect Ellie and follows her without fail, no matter what obstacles he must face along the way. Joel’s loyalty is also unshakable, evidenced by his willingness to do anything for Ellie, even if it means making difficult or immoral choices.

Joel Miller - ISTJ the “The Duty Fulfiller”

Ellie is an ENFP, which stands for Extroverted, Intuitive, Feeling, Perceiving. This personality type is often referred to as “The Inspirer” or “The Discoverer.” They are enthusiastic, creative, and curious, and they often find themselves on a path of self-discovery. She is optimistic and has a desire for adventure. Even when faced with danger and adversity, Ellie maintains a positive attitude and seeks out new experiences. She is also unafraid of the unknown and is always looking for new ways to discover the world around her.

Tess is an ENFJ, which stands for Extroverted, Intuitive, Feeling, Judging. This personality type is often referred to as “The Giver” or “The Teacher.” They are compassionate, loyal, and generous, and they are often found in positions of leadership. She has a strong sense of morality and unwavering loyalty. Tess is always looking out for the well-being of her group and has a strong moral compass that guides her decisions. She also is fiercely loyal to her group and will do whatever it takes to protect them.

Bill is an ISTP, which stands for Introverted, Sensing, Thinking, Perceiving. This personality type is often referred to as “The Craftsman” or “The Mechanic.” They are independent, analytical, and practical, and they enjoy problem-solving and taking things apart and putting them back together. Examples of Bill’s ISTP traits from the video game are his knack for problem-solving and his independent nature. Bill is always quick to figure out a solution to any problem that arises and is not afraid to take matters into his own hands. He is also very independent, preferring to take on tasks and challenges on his own rather than relying on others.

Tommy is an ISFJ, which stands for Introverted, Sensing, Feeling, Judging. This personality type is often referred to as “The Nurturer” or “The Protector.” They are loyal, compassionate, and dependable, and they are often found in roles of service and support. Two examples of Tommy’s ISFJ traits from the video game are his unwavering loyalty and his sense of duty. He is fiercely loyal to those he loves and is always looking out for their best interests. He also has a strong sense of duty and will put himself in harm’s way to protect those he cares about.

That's it for the first installment of the Last of Us character's personality types. Stayed tuned for part 2! 

MBTI personality types for the last of us characters, Joel Miller, Ellie, Abbey

Wakanda Forever not only crushed the box office but continues to break boundaries! In the Marvel cinematic universe, Wakanda may just be a fantasy, but to many of us, Wakanda holds a very real place in our hearts. If you haven’t already, head to your local theater to watch this on the big screen! In the meantime here’s an MBTI list of some of the incredibly colorful characters from Wakanda Forever.

“Brilliance at a young age is not always accepted by the elders.” 

Shuri may be the princess of Wakanda, but she is notoriously rebellious and revels in breaking the rules and tradition. As the younger sister of T’Challa, and the daughter of Queen Ramonda, Shuri is a powerhouse leader in her own right. As Wakanda’s youthful tech genius she innovates and creates new technology for Wakanda, the Dora Milaje, and the Black Panther. Her love for her country rivals her love for her family. ENTPs are inspired innovators, motivated to find new solutions to intellectually challenging problems. They are curious and clever and seek to comprehend the people, systems, and principles that surround them.

Princess Shuri – ENTP “The Visionary”

“How is never as important as why.”  

Namor, is the enigmatic ruler of Talokan, an underwater nation of people descended from an ancient Mayan community. As the first and last Talokanil mutant hybrid, Namor possesses the ability to live on land and sea, super strength, flight, and long life. As his people’s leader Namor will stop at nothing to protect Talokan. ENTJs are strategic leaders, motivated to organize change. They are quick to see inefficiency and conceptualize new solutions and enjoy developing long-range plans to accomplish their vision. They excel at logical reasoning and are usually articulate and quick-witted.

K'uk'ulkan aka "Namor" – ENTJ “The Commander”

“To be young, gifted, and black though, right? They probably don’t say that in Wakanda.” 

Riri is a 19-year-old genius attending MIT, who in her spare time was inspired by Tony Stark, AKA Iron Man, and secretly builds her own suit of armor - look out Shuri you may have met your match! As a Wakandan outsider, Riri brings a fresh perspective to the high-tech world of Wakanda. ESTPs are energetic thrillseekers who are at their best when putting out fires, whether literal or metaphorical. They bring a sense of dynamic energy to their interactions with others and the world around them.

As the leader of the Jabari Tribe, Lord M’Baku is a Wakandan traditionalist. His mountain tribe removed themselves from mainstream society and technology, priding themselves in looking over Wakanda and its original traditions. While M’Baku may not always see eye to eye with those on the Wakandan Throne or the Black Panther, his loyalty and love will always be with Wakanda.  ESTJs are hardworking traditionalists, eager to take charge in organizing projects and people. Orderly, rule-abiding, and conscientious, ESTJs like to get things done, and tend to go about projects in a systematic, methodical way.

Lord M’Baku – ESTJ “The Supervisor”

“To everyone, he was a king. But to me, he was everything.” 

As an undercover Wakandan spy Nakia was sent on missions all around the globe, which opened up her eyes to the hardships of the world and inspired her belief that Wakanda should actively help. After T'Challa decided to bring Wakanda out of the shadows, Nakia was appointed to oversee the humanitarian policy of Wakanda. While she loves her country it is her deep love for T’Challa that drives Nakia. ENFJs are idealist organizers, driven to implement their vision of what is best for humanity. They often act as catalysts for human growth because of their ability to see potential in other people and their charisma in persuading others to their ideas.

“I have given everything. Let me die serving my country!”

Okoye is the General of the Dora Milaje, Wakanda’s all-female elite warrior group, and whose loyalty to Wakanda knows no bounds! At her core, she believes in order and tradition, but as rebellious Princess Shuri’s protector/close friend Okoye must embrace change and transformation. ISTJs are responsible organizers, driven to create and enforce order within systems and institutions. They are neat and orderly, inside and out, and tend to have a procedure for everything they do.

“Are you going to be noble like your brother or take care of business like me?”

In life Erik Killmonger wanted nothing but to take the throne of Wakanda, to bring change and justice to the world. As an exiled Wakandan child who experienced and grew up in hardship, this drove Erik Killmonger to accomplish deeds that even alluded the Black Panther. As a leader, he was charming, powerful, and ambitious. ESFPs are vivacious entertainers who charm and engage those around them. They are spontaneous, energetic, and fun-loving, and take pleasure in the things around them: food, clothes, nature, animals, and especially people.

N'Jadaka aka “Erik Killmonger” – ESFP “The Performer”

“Shuri gave me these to try. You know, I like them better.”

Aneka is a Wakandan warrior and a leader within the Dora Milaje, the elite group of warriors trained to protect Wakanda. Where many follow tradition, Aneka seems to have a rebellious streak and loves trying new things. ISFPs are gentle caretakers who live in the present moment and enjoy their surroundings with cheerful, low-key enthusiasm. They are flexible and spontaneous and like to go with the flow to enjoy what life has to offer.

Wakanda Forever not only crushed the box office but continues to break boundaries! Here’s an MBTI list of some of the incredibly colorful characters from Wakanda Forever.

Do you know your MBTI type? If you're a cosplayer, or just love Disney movies, you'll want to know which Little Mermaid characters best match your personality. So without further ado, let's take a look at the Myers-Briggs types of some of our favorite characters from the sea! 

Ariel is an ESFP (Extroverted Sensing Feeling Perceiving) personality type, and she loves spontaneity and adventure. She enjoys being around people and making them happy. Ariel is always on the go and exploring new things, but her spontaneity can sometimes lead her into trouble. It's no surprise that Ariel would take a risk to follow her dreams - even if it means giving up her voice! 

Ursula is a power-hungry sea witch with a wicked sense of humor and a knack for making others do her bidding. Ursula is an INTJ (Introverted Intuitive Thinking Judging) personality type. This type is driven by logic rather than emotion, making them excellent strategists. Ursula definitely fits this description with her master plan for world domination. 

Prince Eric is an ISFJ (Introverted Sensing Feeling Judging). ISFJs are known for their compassionate nature, and Eric is no exception. He's a kind and gentle soul, willing to do whatever it takes to save Ariel from Ursula's schemes. 

Sebastian serves as court composer to King Triton and advisor to Ariel. Some think of Sebastian as grumpy, but he is actually just very protective of his family and kingdom. His loyalty to King Triton is unquestionable, and he does everything in his power to keep Ariel out of trouble. Sebastian's MBTI personality type can be best described as ISTJ (Introverted Sensing Thinking Judging). ISTJs are known for their practicality and dependability - both of which Sebastian exhibits in abundance. He is always there for his friends and family, even if that means putting his own safety at risk.

(Credits: Adam Garst - Flounder and Alison Woods - Ariel)

Finally, we have Flounder, the loveable sidekick of our favorite mermaid. He's an ENFP (Extroverted Intuitive Feeling Perceiving) - these types often have a bubbly personality with lots of enthusiasm for new ideas. It's no wonder he'd be up for joining Ariel on her underwater adventures! 

So there you have it: the Myers-Briggs personalities of some of our favorite Little Mermaid characters! Whether you relate to one more than another or want to try cosplaying as your MBTI match, now you know who best!

The personality type of little mermaid characters from disney under MBTI Myers Briggs Test Inventory  

While She-Hulk is known for its revolving door of super-powered clientele (and cameos!), there is no lack of character development. The show follows lawyer Jennifer Walters after she receives Hulk powers after an accident. As She-Hulk, Walters must learn to live as a superhero and keep her day job at a prestigious law firm. At the core of the show, themes of identity and contrasting personalities are explored. Let's dive in and discover which personality types the main characters are!

He believes that everyone deserves a shot at redemption.

From childhood, Matt Murdock has acted heroically and selflessly. He is idealistic with a strong sense of justice. With his consistent moral compass, Murdock works to achieve righteous goals while remaining true to himself. Far from having a rigid morality, Daredevil is able to read between the lines, recognize patterns, and develop long range perspectives. These flexible abilities helped Murdock see through and stop Leapfrog with the assistance of She-Hulk.

This super-powered influencer is the quintessential "mean girl". Titania is not afraid to use act energetically to get her way. She wants results and she wants them now. Titania lives for the here-and-now using spontaneity to get what she wants. Of course, she is also able to easily sway the crowd with her charisma and strong sense of fashion.

Under ISTJ, we have an expected pair - Wong and Emil Blonsky. Despite having fought each other, they maintain a friendship, perhaps because of their similar personalities. 

One man in the mortal realm has the ability to cause a ripple so great, it reverberates through every dimension.

In contrast to Doctor Strange, Wong is clear in his reverence for rule and order. Wong always fulfills his duties with seriousness and dedication. Despite being a strict rule-follwer, Wong shows that he also values loyalty and stability. With both Strange and Blonsky, Wong appreciates their friendship and bends the rules to help them - though never without a warning of caution.

I was a highly decorated soldier. You know, I was sent on a mission to take out a threat, and I thought I was the good guy, you know? I thought I was gonna be, you know... Captain bloody America or something, you know?

With his Marines background, Emil Blonsky keeps things straightforward. He is efficient and does not over-think. Blonsky is driven to be the best and accomplish goals without distraction. The same is true when he becomes the Abomination. Naturally, being a special-ops commander for so long means that he likes to go by-the-book. In She-Hulk, we see that Emil Blonsky helps his fellow inmates by creating a literacy program and leading guided meditation, showing off his introversion powers.

Wong & The Abomination- ISTJ "The Inspector"

I know you didn't ask for this, but whether you like it or not, you're now a superhero. And who's gonna protect the world if it isn't people like us?

Like many INTPs, Dr. Bruce Banner is an introspective troubleshooter who is constantnly refining his own internal rules based on new information and experiences. This was first demonstrated as Banner obsessively sought a cure to avoid transforming. After learning to see Hulk as a core part of himself, Banner was able to combine his intelligence with Hulk's strength, showing his ultimate ability to focus in depth and solve the problem. Bruce Banner is not only analytical, but flexible and adaptable.

I was angry! Which is how anyone would respond in that situation.

She-Hulk likes to live in the moment. Unlike the Hulk, she is no thinking through every action, but rather, just living life as it comes. Jennifer Walters brings passion and spontaneity to her work and in her relationships with others. ESFPs can't help but shine. Where there is She-Hulk, fun and twerking is soon to follow. Walters picks up quickly on new changes and learns by jumping right in. No manual-following here. 

Jen's bestie, Nikki Ramos, is also an ESFP and an equally magnetic entertainer.

Which character is a match for you? Which character spoke to you the most? Which other characters are also your type? Check out our other MBTI series!

While She-Hulk is known for its revolving door of super-powered clientele (surprise cameos!), there is no lack of character development. Each character of the main cast is well-defined and fits these MBTI personality types.

She-Hulk is a must watch for its disection of self-indentity. Let's dive into the inner workings of the main cast.

Since our first Lazy cosplay for Black Hair characters did so well, I'll be putting it together for brown haired cosplay today!

Like I mentioned last time, I'm a huge fan of elaborate and detailed cosplays, complete with a full face of makeup, accessories and getting every little detail for the perfect photo. But, I am also a big fan of easy cosplays where I can keep things super simple, comfortable and not even have to wear a wig (since I always have trouble keeping them on my head, plus of how hot and sweaty it gets under there). So check out this ultimate list of brown haired character cosplay ideas!

Makoto Kino (Sailor Jupiter) is such a strong, fierce character who is also quite easy to cosplay. Tie up your hair in a high pony tail, put on a green skirt for a closet cosplay, or head over to our listings page to grab a proper Sailor Senshi cosplay. I love the sailor scout cosplays not only because they're beautiful and fierce, but also because the costume is very easy to move around in. When I'm going to a con that I know will be packed like sardines, I can always count on my Sailor Scout cosplay to keep me mobile and cool!  

Image 1: hand-made, original design of Wendy (for sale) | Image 2: simple Wendy nightdress/costume (for sale)

Also check out these MHA cosplays available right now

Image 1: Uniform with Jacket (for sale) | Image 2: Cheerleading cosplay (for sale) | Image 3: Gym uniform (for sale)

Image 1: MHA Uniform (for sale) | Image 2: Ochako's wig (for sale) | Image 3: Styled wig for Ochako (for sale)

Image 1: Lace-up Anastasia (for sale) | Image 2: Zipper-back Anastasia (for sale)

This Mami Futami (for sale) costume and photoshoot from our own Meipan is absolutely stunning! 

Check out more of Meipan's other cosplay creations available!

Image 1: Chibi Moon (for sale) | Image 2: Simon from Gurren Lagann (for sale) | Image 3: Adrien Agreste from Miraculous Ladybug (for sale)

This Koizumi cosplay is available for grabs

Koizumi Itsuki from The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya

This costume is absolutely stunning and is made by one of our talented custom commissioners. Since it's 2nd time round, you'll be able to enjoy the beautiful craftsmanship at a steep discount. 

This stunning Cerys an Craite (for sale) is made by our own Ainacostume. Check out her other items available below as well. 

Image 1: Naofumi from The Rising of the Shield Hero (for sale) | Image 2: Morrigan from Dragon Age Inquisition Costume (for sale) | Image 3: Orange tailcoat (for sale)

Check out this unique costume on Coscove currently in search of the next Blathers!

Technically, Toad doesn't have any hair, which means you could do whatever strikes your fancy under that hat!

The Toad costume above is for sale by our incredible Khiral Cosplay! Her work is out of this work, check out a few of her creations for sale below. 

Image 1: Original Underwater Headdress (for sale) | Image 2: Jolteon from Pokemon (for sale) | Image 3: Crocodile from One Piece (for sale)

Image 1: Shuten Douji from FGO (for sale) | Image 2: Captain Amelia (for sale) | Image 3: Jean from Genshin Impact (for sale) 

Image 1: Science Uniform (for sale) | Image 2: Captain Kirk (for sale) | Image 3: Science Jumpsuit (for sale) 

And there you have it, the ultimate list of characters to cosplay if you have brown hair. Did we miss any of your favorites? Let us know! We'd love to hear from you. Join our discord for cosplay help, opportunity sharing and a supportive community: https://discord.gg/H5UknnGXFd 

Cosplay ideas for cosplayers who have brown hair and want a closet cosplay or simple cosplay costume 

The easy no-wig brown hair cosplay ideas for the lazy cosplayer (or just on a casual con day!)

This is the first year we've partnered with Matsuricon to run their headline "Night Market" Event! This convention is such a special gem, where we saw the largest proportion of cosplayers! I think I can count the number of people NOT in costume on one hand (and most of them were staff). 

The whole city of Columbus celebrates Matsuricon (from the signs at the airport, to the LED displays near the convention). We had a blast running our Coscove Night Market, hosting a panel on sustainability, and meeting the wonderful cosplayers from Ohio. Keep reading to see tips and our run down of Matsuricon!

Getting there from San Francisco, had to be one of the hardest things about this entire trip. Flight options were extremely limited, plus, all the arriving flights land in the late afternoon and departing flights leave in early morning. That's the exact opposite of what we wanted. 

So we ended up grabbing the only flight that was direct (which also happens to be a red eye). We took off at 11pm PT, and landed around 6AM ET in Ohio. 

From the airport to the Hyatt Convention center where we were staying was an easy drive. We got an Uber that took us right to the hotel in about 15 min for less than 20 dollars! It was one of the easiest and shortest trips from the airport out of all the cons I've been to. If you're from further away and need to fly, Matsuricon is a great travel option. 

Most of the other attendees were from the Columbus area, or OH/IN region, and drove to the convention. Most people are from a 3h driving distance. So expect to be meeting lots of very nice local Midwest cosplayers and fans if you plan on joining Matsuricon next year. Below is the response of where folks are traveling to the con from (sample is from my sustainability panel).

The convention was housed at the Hyatt Convention Center, which is connected to the Hyatt Hotel. I definitely recommend staying here if you plan on joining any of the late night activities. Since we were running the Night Market (5pm-midnight), we wanted to stay at a place that didn't require us to go onto the streets after dark, and is a short walk so we can just pass out. 

Speaking of short walks, there was definitely no such thing at this convention. This con was incredibly spread out. To get from one side (hotel/registration) to the other (Night Market/vendors/panels), probably took a good 10-15 mins. You had to walk through several corridors, go up and down some flights of stairs or elevators, and walk along an incredibly incredibly long main hallway to get to your destination. I recommend you either wear or bring some comfortable shoes to switch in and out of, even if you're staying at the Hyatt. 

Aside from the long walks, the convention venue was very lovely. There was a main open area were we saw lots of people gathering to shoot photos and perform dances. The vendor halls were also well spaced and not too packed. 

Now, this was the headline event that Matsuricon had been named after this year, and we were so honored to be running it!

We arrived around 3pm to set up in a room that was a medium sized panel room. By 3:30pm, our sellers began lining up to drop off their items so we could help them sell it during the night market. Sellers didn't have to man their own booths, and had the freedom to fully explore all the wonderful programming that Matsuricon had in store. 

By 4:30pm, as we were putting final touches on setup and displaying the items, we'd heard the line had started to form and attendees couldn't wait to check out this Secondhand Market Event. 

At 5pm. the floodgates were open and we had so many people come and visit our booth. It was non stop all the way until doors shut at midnight. So many happy buyers walked away from this event having found their dream costumes or items they'd never been able to find elsewhere. 

On Saturday, the madness continued from 5pm to midnight! More people came early before doors opened to drop off their items. Some sellers had sold more in one night than they had in the last year, so they went back home and cleaned out even more items to sell. Others who didn't know about this event beforehand, realized it was a perfect chance to give their items a new life and also brought items in. 

Saturday was even more busy than Friday! Many buyers came back to check out new items. They also brought all their friends who didn't come or couldn't make it on Friday. We also saw people visiting in the costumes they bought on Friday! 

Sunday was a shorter day as we were only open from noon until 4pm. Even so, we saw people who wanted to drop off new items! 

By around 2:30pm, sellers had begun to come back to pick up there items and we had a chance to celebrate their wins in the last couple of days. Our most prolific seller had listed close to 90 items and sold more than $1000 dollars worth in a weekend. Around 1/3 of the sellers completely sold out all of their items! In total, 1/8 convention attendees had come and participated in this Used Market and more than 300 walked away with new additions to their fandom collections (many of them had purchased several items)! 

There was so much excitement and happiness from all the buyers and sellers who had joined us! We're jotting down a list of which con's they'd like to see us at next, short answer, all of them! We'll definitely be back at Matsuricon next year and are excited to make it the biggest, and best event yet! 

Here are a few of our happy buyers who took home new-found gems!

Even though the Matsuricon website and marketing all say the con is from Aug 12-14, the programming actually starts on Thursday Aug 11! 

For those who arrive a little early on Thursday night, there are some panels, a con crunch party, plus a karaoke session to keep you entertained no matter what mood you're in.

Matsuricon had two rooms dedicated to group photoshoots. Starting from 9am all the way until 8pm, cosplayers can come in and take photos. Usually, meetups and photo shoots are organized by fans, which inevitably leads to a lot of searching for each other, running around and being late, and not knowing where to meet up. We loved the fact that these meetups are already organized, and so much time is dedicated to the various fandoms. A+ on this aspect! 

If you're into collectible card games, you're in luck as well. Matsuricon has several rooms dedicated to the variety of card games, and it spans all three days. You could easily spend the entire weekend here, playing various card games with other fans. 

As someone who loves dance and performing, I was a huge fan of Matsuricon's dance programming. Not only was there a formal, a masqurade, an electronic dance party, a Magic! Dance Gathering, there were also lessons to teach you how to dance! How thoughtful and incredible is that? There were also plenty of Karaoke sessions, idol programming, madlibs/comedy and and panels on so many different topics. In general I think the programming at Matsuricon is really strong. So I definitely recommend checking out this small gem of a con!  

Review of matsuricon, an anime convention in Ohio. Going over tips for comic con lovers and how to buy secondhand cosplay and the Coscove Cosplay Marketplace

Review, Tips and The Coscove Night Market

Cosplay has a long history, but many of us are discovering it for the first time. If you're new to the cosplay community, you might have a lot of questions. We've collected a handful of guides to answer those questions!

Starting Place - If you are totally new, start here!

An awesome true beginner friendly guide if you just discovered the meaning of cosplay yesterday and feel totally overwhelmed by this new world that you’re launching into. This guide goes over everything from how to get started with cosplay? Should you buy or make your own cosplay? How to choose your first cosplay? And more!

Generally, you will have the following options for each piece of your cosplay. Which one you choose will depend on your timeline and what's important to you!
- Make your own - A lot of work, but very rewarding!
- Thrifting & upcycling - Start with a simple character design and see if you can thrift it.
- Secondhand - Preloved cosplays are sustainable and convenient.
- Commissioning - Find a skilled maker to create your dream cosplay just for you.
- Factory-made - Sometimes it's just easy to buy something premade.

Cosplay 101 mentality for DIY costumes - How to think about making your own costumes

For cosplayers who are new to cosplay and want to make their own items, check out this 101 guide on the right mindset to be in to have fun making your own costumes. (Bonus: 10 tips for starting!)

Secondhand 101 - Buying secondhand costumes

This is our very own guide to help you buy secondhand cosplay costumes! It goes over everything from where to look, how to look for secondhand costumes and best practices. Plus, when you build up your stash and are ready to get rid of some, this guide has you covered on how to sell costumes as well.

Commissioning 101 - How does commissioning a costume work?

Check out this 101 guide that breaks down the entire cosplay commissioning process. It has all the answers to questions like “How do you commission cosplay”, “what does the commissioning process look like”, “how much does a commissioned cosplay cost” and more 

Buying factory-made costumes - Which sites are best and what are the differences?

Which sites are good or bad? How do you know if the costume photos are real? What if you order the wrong size; will you be able to get a new one without paying extra? What if you’re on a tight budget and want to afford cosplay without breaking your wallet? This blog will answer all that!

Black haired cosplay - Easy no wig black hair cosplay ideas

For your lazy cosplay moods or Sunday cosplay outfits, check out this perfect list of female characters to rock if you have black hair!

Couple cosplay ideas - Love is in the air, looking for cosplay ideas for couples? Check this out!

This blog includes 10 in-depth suggestions for couple cosplay ideas and 40+ in a list. It doesn’t matter which gender you are, your sexual orientation or what type of relationship you’re in – you can do any of these cosplays regardless of these things!

Rey cosplay from Star Wars - using tea do dye fabric - A step-by-step beginner-friendly cosplay tutorial

'Cosplaying isn't what others think of you, it's what you think of yourself.' Follow Kate and go through the process of how she came up with the amazing Scavenger Rey cosplay - a super easy tutorial with step-by-step instructions!

Ultimate guide to cosplay makeup - A giant list of basics and character-specific guides

This list includes a thorough collection of basic makeup tutorials, specific character makeup, and a focus on eyebrow coloring. 

Using makeup to achieve that anime look - A video makeup tutorial for Haruhi Suzumiya

This video is an anime girl cosplay makeup tutorial from primer to lip gloss. See how successful makeup can add value to the entire cosplay outfit!

Wig buying 101 - Guide to buying a wig for your cosplay!

This guide walks through a few steps to think about when you’re looking to buy a cosplay wig. It talks about how to pick the right wig, how to match colors, measuring lengths and sizes, different types of wigs like lacefront, bangs and bangless wigs. This guide also talks about how to care for and detangle wigs. Their section on how to put the wig on isn’t great so I have another link for how to wear the wig

Wig styling 101 - Great beginner guide if you want to style your wigs!

After buying your wig, you might think it’s ready to go. And for many people, it is! But, if you want your cosplay to look extra good, you have to put in some work to style your wig before you wear it. Even if it’s a wig that made for your character, it rarely comes out of the bag looking amazing. This guide has tips on what tools you need to style your cosplay wig, how to style it , how to wear and secure your wig, as well as trade offs when you’re buying the wig

Wig wearing 101 - How to actually put on your wig?

When I was putting a wig on for the very first time, I remember searching high and low for the video that show all the steps clearly, as obvious and basic as they may be! I like this video because she goes over how to prepare your hair under the wig, how to wear different types of wig caps, and how to wear and secure your wig

Attending your first convention - A survival guide! 

Going to a convention for the first time can be overwhelming. This guide includes both the basic rules and extra tips to make the best of your experience. 

Different types of conventions - What's a cosplay convention? And should you go to one?

Conventions come in a variety of forms - in size, in activities, and in atmosphere. Here is a quick breakdown of what to expect!

What to pack for cons - A handy checklist for what not to forget

Going to a convention for the first time can be a bit much. We put together this guide to help you pack all the essentials and nice-to-haves when you’re enjoying the show floor

Convention list - Our own list of conventions around the US

There are so many conventions big and small all over the country. This is our working version of the “complete” comic conventions in America. We broke it down by region so you can quickly see what’s around you and start the con planning

How to work with photographers - Best practices for your shoot!

If you’re only recently getting into cosplay, you might not have had the chance to work with a photographer yet. Maybe you want to find a cosplay photographer to get better photos, or maybe you’re getting nervous about your first real photoshoot that’s upcoming. Take some time to read this guide and cooperate with photographers for better cosplay pictures!

Getting into cosplay can be overwhelming! There are so many options and so many tools and so many skills to learn. (And so many characters to cosplay!) But it doesn't have to be that way. All cosplayers - whether beginner or veteran - will agree that we all are doing this for passion and enjoyment. Keep that in mind when you're struggling or in a con crunch! 

Some things to remember - having fun is most important

Do you have another resource that you found helpful?

Our curated list of resources and tutorials for the beginner cosplayer for those wondering how to start cosplaying. Learn about wigs, conventions, and the best places to source your costume.

Our curated list of resources and tutorials for the beginner cosplayer!

I'm a huge fan of elaborate and detailed cosplays, complete with a full face of makeup, accessories and getting every little detail for the perfect photo. But, I am also a big fan of easy cosplays where I can keep things super simple, comfortable and not even have to wear a wig (since I always have trouble keeping them on my head, plus of how hot and sweaty it gets under there). 

For your lazy cosplay moods or Sunday cosplay outfits, check out this perfect list of female characters to rock if you have black hair like me!

One of my favorite characters of all time is Kagome from Inuyasha! She's brave, strong, gorgeous, not to mention her outfit is also super comfortable. Let down your hair, put on the school uniform and you're ready to lounge or chill on the convention floor on a lazy con Sunday.

This beautiful Kagome cosplay (sold) is handmade by our very own Banditspurs. Check out her other intricate and cute cosplays below!

Image 1: Aurora from Child of Light Costume (for sale) | Image 2: Zelda from Legend of Zelda (for sale)

If we're talking about Kagome, how can we forget the graceful Kikyo. While we don't currently have a Kikyo on Coscove, we do have another miko cosplay available for grabs right now!

Kikyo/Miko/Dia Kurosawa cosplay (for sale)

Isabela cosplay by me! I love this cosplay because of how flexible it is. I can go full wig, makeup and high heel shoe. Or I can go with natural hair and comfy sandals. The length of this cosplay is just right and hits me a little above my ankle which is why it can be dressed up or down with ease and look great in both cases. 

I bought my Isabela from this maker and he also has a variety of other Encanto cosplays that they make at their studio. 

Credit: Sailor Mars cosplayed by Sailor Samara

Also check out these Sailor Mars inspired costumes and sets currently available on Coscove

Image 1: Sailor Mars babydoll (for sale) | Image 2: Sailor Mars set (for sale)

Perhaps one of the most popular characters of 2022, Yor (and the rest of the Spy x Family crew) are making big splashes in the cosplay communities all over the country. I can't tell you how many cosplayers I knew/meet/talked have this cosplay or are planning on cosplaying this series.

Photo credit: Sherri Cui. Cosplayers: lovely folks we met at Yeticon

In case you need some wigs or accessories, these items from Yor are up for grabs.

Image 1: Yor Wig (for sale) | Image 2: Yor earrings (for sale)

Image 1: Nezuko cosplay (for sale) | Image 2: Nezuko figure (for sale)

This Kanao cosplay (for sale) pictured above is available for any Demon Slayer lovers out there. 

This Wei Wu Xian (sold) costume and photoshoot from our own Simakai is absolutely stunning! Rated as one of the most popular Chinese historic drama of all time, MDZS (Grandmaster of demonic cultivation) has so many amazing outfits and characters to cosplay as. The best part, everyone has black hair!

Check out more of Simakai's other cosplays for sale. Her items are an absolutely steal!

Wei Wuxian from Modaozhushi/Grandmaster of Demonic Cultivation

Image 1: Einhart Stratos from Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha (for sale) | Image 2: Hannah Alexander's design of Lightning from FFXIII (for sale) | Image 3: Tenryuu from Kantai Collection (for sale)

Credit: Snowwhite cosplayed by Nikita Cosplay

Check out this costume on Coscove currently in search of the next Chun-Li!

Credit: Lady Loki cosplayed by lady-narven

Image 1: Loki cosplay (for sale) | Image 2: Oriental dancer Loki (for sale)

How can we forget Morgana from League of legends? She has quite the coiffure that's elaborately wisped, so you may not be able to go in your natural hairdo. But for anyone interested in cosplaying someone with dark hair, Morgana's outfit, makeup/hair, and wings make her such a stunning character to dress as!

While the lovely cosplay above has found a new home, these various versions of Nozomi are still in search of a new owner. Check them out below!

Image 1: Race Queen Nozomi (for sale) | Image 2: Cyber Nozomi (sold)

This cosplay will also work for any miko characters like Kikyo from Inuyasha!

If you're into elaborate dresses like me, then Yukari is the perfect person to cosplay. This award winning Yukari from our own Akanesaotome is now available!

And there you have it, the ultimate list of characters to cosplay if you have black hair or dark hair. Did we miss any of your favorites? Let us know! We'd love to hear from you. Join our discord for cosplay help, opportunity sharing and a supportive community: https://discord.gg/H5UknnGXFd 

Cosplay ideas for cosplayers who have black hair and want a closet cosplay or simple cosplay costume 

The easy no-wig black hair cosplay ideas for the lazy cosplayer (or just on a casual con day!)

Disney bounding is the term used for a way to dress as a particular character in a fun and fashionable way with everyday clothes. So, for us cosplayers it’s just another way to cosplay, but in our everyday lives! Disney store, Hot Topic, and tons of other stores now have character-inspired or geeky clothing options. But, today we want to inspire you to Disney bound with everyday clothes. 

We challenge you to put together a fun Disney bounding outfit for your next outing, even if it’s just to the store! Enjoy these simple tips and fashionable inspirations, which will hopefully inspire you to create your next Disney bounding outfit. 

I personally have a relaxed sense of style, so whenever I look to Disney bound a character, I begin by searching through what I already own to create a relaxed and comfy outfit! For my Disneyland bachelorette party yearssssss ago (don’t ask how old I am 🤐) I requested my guests to Disney bound with me. And this tip right here is how I helped those in my bridal party who wouldn’t do this normally! It helped everyone to feel included and comfortable. It all starts with YOU and your comfort level.  Below, I paired up a green tunic blouse, with a green scarf, floral accessories, and special matching ears. Do you know which princess I was bounding? Can you figure out who some of my friends were casually bounding?

Here's a pic of my bridal party at Disneyland - bounding yet comfy! My sister even created a special matching green bow that read “Getting Married.”

Color blocking a character means that you pull the most prominent colors from that character and coordinate using those colors throughout your entire outfit.  For one of my most recent trips to Disneyland I wanted to Disney bound as Sisu in her dragon form. And, since I’m not a dragon, this meant I needed to not only color block, but also needed to look for textures and patterns that I felt would convey my love for Sisu. I had a great shiny blue windbreaker which I used as my key item, then I found the ombre shirt and scaled pants. Plus, I went the extra mile to create my own light up ears to match, along with buying a Sisu necklace from a friend who makes jewelry... which leads into our next tip!

Me at Disneyland in 2021 bounding as Sisu. I really spent time hunting down the right fabric and blue fur for my ears! I really wanted the different blues to be spot on. Overall, my outfit is very “chill” with hints of things that light up.

While color blocking helps you lay down the base for your character, the accessories and details truly breathe life into that character. Whether you are hitting up Disneyland and rocking a great pair of ears to match your Disney bounding outfit or if you are doing this in your day-to-day life, the accessories are the cherry on top. For me personally the accessories are my favorite part of any Disney bounding outfit! So, take a good look at your character and discern what details or iconic accessories you absolutely want for your outfit.

Here’s my Disney bounding look for a character I actually cosplay, America Chavez (who I’ve cosplayed for years, way before she was debuted in the recent Doctor Strange movie 😉) I obviously didn’t want to wear my ACTUAL cosplay, but I did decide to include the vest that I painted, which is an iconic accessory for America Chavez. Then for some added details and touches I added a pair of fun American flag glasses, cheap dollar store 4th of July jewelry, and of course I created ears to match. One additional detail I really love to add is having my makeup match my character’s colors! If you get this opportunity, take it – you never know what you’ll create! 

Me Disney bounding as America Chavez at Disneyland with my husband and daughter. My husband bounded as Deadpool, he added fun touches by including unicorns and rainbows whenever he could. Lol he even had a unicorn backpack he carried around! My daughter decided she wanted to get a last hurrah out of her Squirrel Girl cosplay which she was outgrowing, so we cut it up to fit her for that trip.

For instance, you personally prefer light and airy fashion, but want to reimagine one of the Disney princesses in more punk rock looks for Halloween – this is the time to do this! Look up “punk rock” styles and go from there. You can even google “punk rock (insert princess name)” and see what comes up, you may be inspired by the fan art you find. And if you do choose to be inspired by an artist tag them in the photos of you in your finished outfit. 😉 

Belle by scottssketches, Merida by Anoosha Syed, Cinderella by aita92

Thrifting for regular clothes or even buying “well-loved” cosplays can give you great bases and/or accessories!

That’s right, head to your favorite thrift store for pieces to create your Disney bounding outfit. Or you can even look for affordable Halloween costumes and pieces, like jewelry or generic accessories, that you could alter with your cosplay skills. Or you could even find a “well loved” cosplay right here on Coscove that comes with a costume piece or accessory that would be perfect, plus now you have a whole new cosplay 😉. There are so many fun ways to create your bounding looks, just keep your eyes open!

🕶 Expert Tip: Thrifting can give you a great base

Don't limit bounding to just Disney characters or trips to Disneyland! You can do this EVERYDAY for ANY CHARACTER.

With the above tips you can create ANY outfit based around ANY character you want, whether it be a TV show, anime, book series, etc. – ALL your fandoms are within your grasp! Whether you wish to be loud with your fashion statements or more conspicuous, bounding is for YOU. 

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