Carbon Costume

Sometimes a tour guide is just a tour guide. But sometimes she’s a little bit more. Sometimes she is Mary Beth, the narrator of the movie The Book of Life with an extra secret hidden up her sleeve.

Mary Beth’s costume is really straightforward, made of great foundational pieces that can be repurposed for other cosplays pretty easily. Best of all it’s comfortable enough to wear through a whole day at a convention. Just don’t go wearing it into any local museums and you should be fine.

All you need are blue heels, a blue cap, a blue blazer, a white skirt, a white shirt, and a white neckerchief. Finish it off with a long red wig and you’re ready to weave your own tale about The Book of Life.

Cecil Steadman is a character in the animated and comic book series, Invincible. He is a government agent in charge of the Global Defense Agency. Upon the slaughter of the Guardians, he attempts to find the killer with the help of Damien Darkblood. When it’s clear Omni-Man is the culprit, he teams up with Debbie to spy on him and Mark. They learn Omni Man wants to conquer Earth, and Cecil says Mark may be their only hope to stop him. Famous actor Walton Goggins voices Cecil in the show now streaming on Amazon Prime.

Amity Blight (voiced by the delightful Mae Whitman) isn’t one of Luz Noceda’s biggest fans. At least not at the start of the series. But by the time Grom rolls around she’s had a change of heart. And when Luz needs her most, Amity is there.

While Grom might sound like Prom, fashion on the Boiling Isles are a little different Rather than a long flowing gown Amity opts for a light purple undershirt with puffed sleeves, a darker purple vest over the top, and a knee-length skirt somewhere in between. Her socks match her shirt and come up to her ankles while her shoes are a little shorter than that and more closely match her vest. However that color is very hard to find and black boots are very close in color.

To finish her look you need accessories in addition to her main outfit. Her vest has a pink teardrop shape which you can recreate using fabric paint. A green wig and pointy ears give you that Boil Isles look while black triangle earrings are her only real accessory. Finally, when all is said and done, you may want a Grom crown all your own.

Monster Girl is a character in the comic book and animated series, Invincible. She’s hand-picked by Robot to be part of the new Guardians of the Globe. Her ability is monstrous transformation, giving her incredible brute strength. However, this power is a curse; every time she uses it, she becomes a year younger. After Rex teases her appearance, she transforms into a giant green monster and rightfully beats him up. We discover Robot has been closely studying her physiology. Grey DeLisle voices Monster Girl (and Azula in Avatar: The Last Airbender!) in the show now streaming on Amazon Prime. Brush out the bangs for the ponytail wig and trim them just above your eyebrows. You can skip the wig if you have brown hair and bangs already.

William Clockwell is a character in the comic book and animated series, Invincible. He is a student at Reginald Vel Johnson high school, and his best friend is Mark Grayson. He is also friends with Eve Wilkins and Amber Bennett. He is openly gay in the comics and the show. Broadway star Andrew Rannells voices William in the show now streaming on Amazon Prime.

Samantha Eve Wilkins, aka Atom Eve, is a character in the comic book and animated series, Invincible. She is a member of the Teen Team. Her ability is atom manipulation, which manifests in telekinesis, regeneration, and flight. Like Mark, she balances being a superhero with a normal life, and she attends high school as Eve Wilkins. To the disappointment of her parents, Eve rejects college and instead leaves to use her powers to help the world. Gillian Jacobs, who you may recall as Britta in Community, voices Eve in the show now streaming on Amazon Prime.

Pink Diamond (voiced by Susan Egan) is a character from the Cartoon Network series Steven Universe.  She was a member of the Great Diamond Authority and a Homeworld Gem.  Eventually, she takes the form of Rose Quartz.  Pink Diamond has bumblegum pink skin, and bright pink clothing and accessories.  A big, poofy light pink wig can top off your look.

Remy Buxaplenty (voiced by Dee Bradley Baker) is a young billionaire and antagonist from the cartoon series The Fairly OddParents.  Remy is jealous of Timmy Turner because his own parents are neglectful.  As a result, Remy often attempts to steal Timmy’s fairy godparents Wanda and Cosmo.  Remy’s costume includes a red bow tie and matching cummerbund paired with a white blazer and black dress pants.