Carbon Costume Posts by Sarah
Lee Abbott from A Quiet Place
Lee Abbott (played by actor/director John Krasinski) is the father of Regan and Marcus, and the husband of Evelyn in A Quiet Place. A utilitarian survivalist who was an engineer before the arrival of the extraterrestrial creatures responsible for the decimation of Earth’s population, Lee’s sole purpose is trying to keep his growing family safe. Lee’s most memorable outfit includes a cozy dark red sweater, and beige pants. Don’t forget to pair your survivalist gear with a rugged beard to match.
Brad Meltzer from Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum
Brad Meltzer (voiced by Wyatt White) is friends with Yadina and Xavier on the PBS Kids show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. Brad is often nervous about participating in adventures because time travel makes him dizzy. His interests include action heroes, comic books, and butterflies. He is named after author Brad Metzler, who wrote the books upon which the series is based with illustrator Chris Eliopoulos.
Ari Jin from Flowering Heart
Ari Jin (voiced by Nancy Kim) is one of the three main protagonists of Flowering Heart. Ari is friendly and energetic, and cares deeply for her friends. Her flower is the pink azalea and her gemstone is the ruby, while her transformation is the Romantic Lip. Ari’s cheerful disposition compliments her pink hair and outfit.
Aron Ralston from 127 Hours
Aron Ralston (portrayed by James Franco in the film 127 Hours) is an avid outdoor enthusiast and hiker best known for amputating his own arm to survive a hiking accident. In 2003, Ralston’s right arm was trapped by a boulder. After several days without food or water, Ralston removed his arm in order to extricate himself and seek help. The events of his ordeal were turned into a movie directed by Danny Boyle in 2010. This costume could be recreated with your own hiking gear if you have it, just don’t forget to bring your trusty multi-tool pocketknife for emergencies!
Lili Ryu from Journal of the Mysterious Creatures
Lili Ryu (voiced by Aya Susaki) is a werewolf and one of the main character in the anime Journal of the Mysterious Creatures. Lili is the new roommate of Yoshihito, a 23-year-old man without a girlfriend or job. As Lili is viewing the house, she is attacked by the vampire Vivian. Lili’s outfit shows off her affinity for dogs, and can be super fun for a dog lover to put together. If you cannot find a crop top that suits her outfit, you can always purchase a normal t-shirt and then cut it to the exact length you want.
Husk from Hazbin Hotel
In the YouTube series Hazbin Hotel, Husk (voiced by Mick Lauer) is a pansexual cat demon with a casino card theme. Husk is perpetually grumpy, a bit of an alcoholic, as well as a proficient gambler. Husk is friends with Charlie and Niffty, who he works with at the Happy Hotel. To create a Husk costume, you’ll first want to find a cat costume that you like and then add details do it. You can upgrade a simple cat onesie by tying or gluing red feathers to the end of the tail, as well as onto the eyebrows on the hood or on a separate mask if you’d prefer to cover your entire face.
Kurapika from Hunter x Hunter
In the anime series Hunter x Hunter, Kurapika (voiced by Miyuki Sawashiro and Erika Harlacher in the 2011 series) is the lone survivor of the Kurta clan and a Blacklist Hunter. While Kurapika’s blue and yellow outfit is easily found pre-made, there are several options available from both the 1999 and 2011 series, depending on how creative and crafty you want to be.
Mickey Pearson from The Gentlemen
Mickey Pearson (played by Matthew McConaughey) is the main protagonist of The Gentlemen. Mickey has risen from poverty in his home country of the U.S. to become an exorbitantly wealthy cannabis farmer and dealer in the UK. Mickey decides to sell his business in a bid to retire, which runs him afoul of several prominent characters including Dry Eye and his associates. Mickey’s clothing is often a little eccentric or over-the-top in either color or print, making him a fun character to emulate.
Melvin Sneedly from Captain Underpants
Melvin Sneedly (voiced by Jorge Diaz in the TV show and by Jordan Peele in the movie) is the central antagonist of the Captain Underpants series. Melvin is incredibly smart, but is also a tattletale, which often puts him at odds with his fellow classmates, including Harold Hutchins. There is some variation in Melvin’s costume, depending on which version you choose, but he always wears oversized glasses and a bow tie.
Zdrada from Helltaker
In the game Helltaker, Zdrada is the fifth demon girl encounter. Zdrada’s name means “betrayer” and she is also called “the Bitch Demon.” Zdrada’s look is similar to many of the other demon girls of the game, with pale skin and white hair that she wears short and wavy. Zdrada’s outfit consists of a red shirt, black jeans and boots, as well as a choker, wrist cuffs, and a cross necklace.
