/r/CosplayHelp

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This subreddit is for anyone who needs help with their cosplay. This includes armor making, sewing, wig help, etc.

This is a subreddit where cosplayers can come to get help. Treat everyone with respect. Do not harass or put others down.


If you'd like to post a question to Cosplay Help, please be sure to include a photo example of what you need help with.


Refer to the wiki for some basic tips on getting started.


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/r/CosplayHelp

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Hair extensions help?

I have no idea how to make my hair longer! It's already mid back for me but I'd like it longer and fuller for this Circe cosplay I'm doing. Any advice?

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2024/11/10
22:12 UTC

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Working on designing a new Superman costume with elements from all my favorite iterations. Help?

I love the classic Superman design, but moreso the All-Star look rather than the Reeves version. Brandon Rouths costume from Superman returns has a really nice shade of red and an amazing symbol. Mix that with Cavills shade of blue and slap it on some spandex… all you’d add now is the boot and belt design from Corensweat.

Thoughts?

Any artist wanna help draw it out for me?

When I start making it, would anyone be willing to help?

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2024/11/10
20:57 UTC

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Reusable adhesives

Hey yall I'm trying to create a face mask that doesn't have to be tied to my face but instead look like it's just attached to my face. I'm looking into silicone adhesives (like those used for pasties and stick on bras) but I'm running into the problem that either they aren't reusable or they're just the silicone gripper bands that aren't actually adhesive. What I'm looking for are like sheets of the silicone adhesive that I can reuse and don't lose their stickiness. Exactly like the pasties but sheets and reusable. Sorry if this is confusing lol anything helps. Thanks!

2 Comments
2024/11/10
20:15 UTC

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Some advice on wigs?

Hello!

So, I don't really cosplay, but I am a competitive pole dancer. I want to build an Arcane Jinx themed pole routine for a competition i have in March and I know it's going to take a lot of work.

First and foremost, Im gonna need to get comfortable doing pole with a wig on. It likely won't be as long as actual Jinx because I worry that would be a safety hazard. My biggest concern is how to keep it secure while doing dynamic tricks like flips and moves that require me to be upside down. Any tips or suggestions would be helpful!

Im sure I'll have more questions along the way, but this is a good starting point! Thank you!

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2024/11/10
19:49 UTC

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How to attach things to a wig

Hello, any ideas how I can attach the head ornaments on the wig? Happy to glue it but I'm afraid that the section between the ornaments (pink in picture) can get messy/tangled and I won't be able to fix it if they are glued.

Also on the picture it seems like there is space between the "crown" and hair so I'm not sure how good it will look if it's glued right on top of the wig

https://preview.redd.it/qmpza655l40e1.png?width=335&format=png&auto=webp&s=283779012164da3850cf5b9f9c6c91dbb4920d26

If gluing is the way to go what type of glue would you suggest?

Thank you in advance, I'm least experienced with wigs so any help is appreciated ^^

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2024/11/10
19:31 UTC

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Cosplay help

Hey guys I am having my first cosplay performance soon. And m kinda new uk. So m nervous and idk what to do. M cosplaying as Luffy any ideas and stuff?? Btw I have only watched 100 eps by nw. Hehe the thing is I was not able to find any of the cosplays of animes I have already watched can you guys pls help me out!

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2024/11/10
19:28 UTC

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How to make see through blindfold?

I know this has probably been answered a lot but I can't seem to find any results for a white/grey blindfold only for black blindfolds

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2024/11/10
19:28 UTC

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Cosplay

Hey guys I am having my first cosplay performance soon. It's of luffy and idk what to do. Kinda nervous uk. Any suggestions?

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2024/11/10
19:25 UTC

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Trimming lace moustache – top or bottom?

Hi, I recently bought a Mehron lace moustache. Its too deep for my upper lip so I need to trim the lace backing, but I don’t want to ruin it. Has anyone any tips on trimming a lace moustache? Is it better to trim lace from the top or bottom of the ‘tache?

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2024/11/10
18:56 UTC

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Cosplay by studio Boheme

Does anyone have experience with this company? I just discovered them this morning and they have EXACTLY what I’m looking for but I’m very weary of scam companies.

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2024/11/10
18:21 UTC

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Vampire fang not sticking

I dont know if this counts as make up but i made fake dangs using fake nasil and i got teeth prosthesis adhesive cream , but whatever i do its not sticking to my teeth, it is sticking to my gums however. And i believe i had made a mistake. Am i using this wrong or does this thing only sticks to gums? How can i put on these fangs 😭

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2024/11/10
17:41 UTC

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I need help for an helldivers cosplay

Hi, i'm new to this sub so I greet you. On april 25 there will be the comicon in naples and i would like to create a helldivers 2 themed cosplay possibly with a cutting edge pass armor. Do you know where to find them at a not too high price? that said, thank you,bye!!!

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2024/11/10
17:04 UTC

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Where do i buy contacts or how do i make them

Hello , i wanted to make a realy cheap and simple cosplay of makima , basicaly i just need a wig and contacts
and thats my question where do you all buy them ?

im kinda scared to buy Temu/Aliexpres contacts and put them in my eyes or is it safe or is there a method to desinfect them ?

thanks to help

Edit : thanks you all for help <3

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2024/11/10
17:03 UTC

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Technology

i want to make a vox cosplay using a lcd screen from this guy(https://www.ebay.com/itm/266486913144?toolid=10050&customid=9e12597eab131caf0cfb3fdbb71948bf) and a raspberry pi as a microphone to detect decibel levels as to create a image that swaps back and forth as a illusion of the mouth moving how would i program that or is there a better way?

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2024/11/10
16:15 UTC

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Cross play (female to male) tips please!!

I need some help in how to make my body look more like a male for a character I want to cosplay! I got a wide hips and quite a thick thigh. It made me look like the character half up and not half down. Any tips?

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2024/11/10
13:56 UTC

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Wig help!

Hello!! I’m pretty new with the cosplay community and cosplaying in general. My only cosplay has been Princess Peach and I’ve cosplayed her twice and this always happens, this part of the wig (see photo) is like a “bump” (? And I don’t know how to bring it closer to my face/stick it to the side of my face, could anyone give me some tips?

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2024/11/10
12:41 UTC

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Jinx pants?

I cosplay Arcane Jinx.

Got the fit from Amazon and it’s mostly great, but the pants are so big on me and not stretchy at all. They seem to be made out of that cheap, silky, Halloween costume material.

I’ve figured out most Jinx cosplayers who have the form fitting pants are sewing them themselves. I don’t have access to the tools for that, nor do I have the time or talent.

Is there anywhere I can go to have someone make them for me? My small town has alteration shops but I don’t think they would make pants entirely from scratch, right?

TLDR; where can I go to have someone make me custom Jinx pants?

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2024/11/10
12:08 UTC

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Wolverine boots

Hi guys.

Got a pair of PVC wellingtons for my wolverine cosplay as I liked the shape.

https://preview.redd.it/2dc8xvi3620e1.png?width=612&format=png&auto=webp&s=fd8a643e306e2858dd5fb7e14e0bb7dc6d65d78b

I'm not sure what's the best way to go about styling them. I was thinking about painting them with the same acrylics that I will be using the for EVA foam gauntlets and helmet.
Another idea I have is first covering them with this leather imitating upholstery and then painting part of them blue and silver. However I'm not sure if acrylics would look good on this kind of material.

https://preview.redd.it/vsga0xz7620e1.png?width=756&format=png&auto=webp&s=481e4b1629384ef26b3286b3ecac26d32909a7a3

Has anyone ever done something similar? Any tips or ideas?

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2024/11/10
11:23 UTC

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How can I achieve this raised style of decorative sewing?

Thank you any help is appreciated!

10 Comments
2024/11/10
10:03 UTC

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Had a gentlemen's debate tonight. When you are cosplaying what is the line between cosplay and blackface? We are not cosplayers and want to settle the debate from the professionals. Thank you. Also no politics or hate. Just enjoying a blunt at the pub.

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2024/11/10
05:51 UTC

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Fabric Selection for Agatha All Along Tarot-Inspired outfit

Patti Lupone’s/Lilia’s tarot-inspired outfit really inspired me to take back up sewing. I’ve been looking into fabric to purchase to recreate this jacket. Therefore, spent 2 hours walking through a speciality fabric store and could not find anything that was quite right. I will need to do a great deal of embroidery for the details but I’m at a loss of where to start for just fabric. I went through clothing fabrics and even the upholstery section.

Question being: is anyone able to point me in the right direction? The type of fabric or have leads on where to find it for purchase? I’m in Atlanta, if it matters!

Thank you in advance!

Thank you in advance!j

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2024/11/10
03:35 UTC

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Never made a cosplay in my life. How do I make a space marine cosplay (warhammer 40K)?

6 Comments
2024/11/10
03:34 UTC

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Faux leather boot sewing

Bought the 2b Nier Boots from dokidoki and the shoe itself fit perfectly but the calf is HUGE. I'm confident in my sewing skills but not in faux leather and would love some tips on what type of stitch would hold better?

Pictures show where I'm going to unstitch, cut, and resew to fit my smaller legs. I'm making sure to leave enough space for the stitch and mobility👍

4 Comments
2024/11/10
02:01 UTC

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