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…by Catherine Fisher, was, well, sexy af. She took aim at us with her sparkly red blaster but missed. Honorable mention. This Doctor Strange genderbend, called Lady Strange by Audry Design, was every bit as mystical. This Golden Eagle Wonder-Woman cosplay by Liz McFarland dazzled us with its retractable golden wings. Winner of the San Diego Comic-Con Alan Campbell Award for best re-creation of a comics character and Art Director’s Guild Local 800…

…eason, make a great couples costume as well. Invincible and Atom Eve Not only do superheroes fly, but the sparks fly between Invincible and Atom Eve. When Mark Grayson recognizes his classmate Samantha Wilkins, they share their identities and become friends. When Eve breaks up with Rex Splode, there’s a chance for these two to work. Geralt and Yennefer Toss a coin for the second season of The Witcher — coming in December — as Geralt of Rivia and Y…

…ht, it’s Doug Dimmadome, owner of the Dimmsdale Dimmadome, with a comedically large hat. (See all Fairly Odd Parents costumes…) Taken by Alberto. Time to slay some demons with this Hashira group. (See all Demon Slayer costumes…) Check out this larger than life Ainz Ooal Gown from Overlord. Usually we don’t root for villains, but this Azula cosplay is gorgeous! (See all Avatar the Last Airbender costumes…) Maid outfits are popular in Japanese cultu…

…y celebrate Halloween with our friends, of course while still staying safe. 2021 brought an abundance of highly-anticipated new movies, shows, and media. Whether you want to celebrate at home again or attend a gathering, here are twelve group costume ideas inspired by the latest releases. The Suicide Squad Peacemaker, Harley Quinn, and King Shark — oh my! The DC villains are back for a search and destroy mission, although this time, James Gunn pro…

…The fairy godmother, portrayed by the iconic Billy Porter, is a character in Cinderella (2021). In this iteration, a monarch butterfly transforms into the fairy godmother. Introducing himself as her fabulous godmother, he says Cinderella saved her, and now he plans to send her to the ball. With a rendition of “Shining Star,” he uses magic to make one of her gown designs come to life. Of course, he pairs it with the signature glass slippers….

…treides. In Dune, Duncan helps train Paul Atreides before his death. In the 2021 film, Duncan has long wavy hair and a muscular build. He often wears a stillsuit after moving to Arrakis in the service of Duke Leto. To make your own stillsuit, you may need to get a little creative, as padded pieces that look the part are often the wrong color. Don’t be afraid to experiment with a little spray paint to get the look you want. Duncan also wears more c…

…n us. And while couple costumes are usually the stuff of Halloween parties, 2021 is a little different. A packed restaurant and a late night of dancing aren’t exactly a good idea. And that’s what makes a couples costumes a Valentine’s must-have, especially one in your style. They bring a little extra fun to the day without breaking the bank or taking you out into the crowds. And who knows, you might just have so much fun that they become an annual…

…the only way you can save your world. Its first episode, Ionia, is currently out on Steam. And if you’ve got a VR headset, we strongly recommend taking a look. The world is packed with colorful characters in fantastical costumes Some of the instruments might be a little hard to replicate (at least as playable props) but they’ll definitely stand out at your next convention! Danger Scavenger If VR isn’t your thing but top-down crawlers are, then Da…

…in Orange county, the faire occurs every weekend from late August until early October. From live music to live jousting — and of course, turkey legs and mead — merriment reigns supreme in the Shire. And with face-painting and kiddie rides, it’s an event for the whole family. Feast your eyes on the many sights, treasures, and costumes of this year’s festivities. Photo Ops While the camera wasn’t invented until 1816, the faire provides are plenty of…

…s Flynn Rider, Rapunzel, and Mother Gothel. The Demon Slayer craze definitely hit NYCC. Here is yours truly as Nezuko with Tanjiro and Zenitsu cosplayers. This Blue and Steve duo was adorable. An incredible armor and weapon build made this cosplay stand out. These Nandor and Guillermo cosplays were fang-tastic. The beard over the mask is genius. What We Do In The Shadows presented a panel on Sunday with the cast and crew. These Team Rocket cosplay…