Carbon Costume Men
Blackbeard from Our Flag Means Death
Edward Teach, better known as Blackbeard, is a main character in HBO Max’s Our Flag Means Death. Show producer Taika Waititi, who also directed Thor: Ragnarok and What We Do In The Shadows, stars in this role. Inspired by the legendary pirate, he expresses boredom with his bloodthirsty life, and wishes to abandon the title. After rescuing Stede Bonnet from death, he takes a keen interest in his life aboard the Revenge. He originally plots to steal his identity and kill Stede, but the two develop a close friendship that blossoms into romance. As his name suggests, he wears all black. Use the Sharpie to darken the mustache and roots of the beard. Use a pair of scissors to cut at the shoulder on one side of the long sleeve shirt.
Bruno Madrigal from Encanto
We don’t talk about Bruno-no-no-no! Bruno Madrigal (John Leguizamo) is a character in Disney’s Encanto. He is the brother of Pepa and Julieta. He was shunned from the Madrigal family due to his mysterious prophecies that often ended in misfortune. Upon discovering a prophecy that involves her, Mirabel seeks out her uncle. She finds him behind the walls of the casita, living amongst the rats. In getting to know Bruno, she realizes he’s misunderstood, as he never intended to harm the family. When he helps Mirabel restore the magic, the family accepts him.
Camilo Madrigal from Encanto
Camilo Madrigal is a character in Disney’s Encanto. He is the son of Felix and Pepa, and the middle child between Dolores and Antonio, which makes him the cousin of Mirabel. Camilo possesses the gift of shapeshifting and he can take on the appearance of any family member. He likes using this gift to joke around and fool others.
Kingpin from Marvel Puzzle Quest
Wilson Fisk, better known by his villain moniker Kingpin, has gone through many different iterations on both page and screen. In the Marvel Puzzle Quest video game, Kingpin is the premier crime lord in New York City. He has been the leader of both the Maggia and the Hand, and he has no qualms about sacrificing his subordinates if it means gaining the upper hand in a fight. This version of Kingpin has him wearing a dapper-looking suit with a purple cravat and grey trench coat with matching purple lining. His cane includes a diamond-like gem on the top. When choosing a coat, you’ll likely want to focus on either the correct shade of light grey or the lining, as finding both in tandem can be difficult. Either way, make sure if you aren’t ready to bic your head you take time to get your bald cap right to really pull off the look.
Old Coot from The Old Coot Show
Old Coot (voiced by Ryan Miller) is the main character in The Old Coot Show, a YouTube show that follows Old Coot and his son on a series of brief wacky adventures. To recreate this simple look, you’ll want to flesh-colored zentai suit to evoke the eyeless design of the character, as well as a grey beard to wear over that. You can forgo the cross and rope accessories that come with the brown monk’s robe, leaving you with just the hooded cloak necessary for the costume.
Tom Ridgewell from Eddsworld
Tom Ridgewell is a main character in the animation, Eddsworld. Cynical and pessimistic, Tom doesn’t really get along with others. He can be smart or clueless depending on the situation. He enjoys alcohol and playing bass guitar. You can achieve the unsettling “no eyes” look with a pair of sunglasses.
Edd Gould from Eddsworld
Edd Gould is a protagonist in the animation, Eddsworld. He is the avatar and animated counterpart of Edd Gould, who created the series and also voices the character. Sometimes Edd can be carefree, or adventurous, or even self-centered, given a situation. Although what remains consistent is his obsession with bacon and Coca-Cola.
Adrian Shephard from Half-Life: Opposing Force
Colonel Adrian Shephard is the main protagonist of the video game Half-Life: Opposing Force. Colonel Shephard is a member of the United States Marine Corps sent to Black Mesa Research Facility to help eliminate alien invaders. Shephard wears white camo with a green tactical vest, camouflage helmet, and a gas mask. To recreate his mask, you can use some window tint film to update a cosplay mask with clear lenses, which is much easier to find.
Mushu from Mulan
Mushu is a character in the Disney animated movie Mulan. He fits the role of the hilarious sidekick. Mushu appoints himself in charge of getting Mulan back from the Chinese army to restore his title as spirit guardian for the Fa family. Although upon getting to know her, he understands her determination to defeat the Huns. Voiced by Eddie Murphy, Mushu is always cracking jokes and displays a comical sense of pride that often gets him into trouble. If you want to take the comfy route, you can opt for the onesie.
Gus Porter from The Owl House
Augustus Porter (voiced by Isaac Ryan Brown) is a witch on the Disney Channel series The Owl House. He is close friends with Luz Noceda and Willow Park. Gus has a dramatic flair, which serves his track as an illusionist. He is excitable and enthusiastic. When recreating Gus’ look, you’ll want to focus on either his more casual appearance or his Hexside uniform, though both rely on layering different pieces with a medieval feel to them.
