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Cody from Total Drama Island
Cody (voiced by Peter Oldring) likes to think of himself as a ladies man. The ladies on the island, however, beg to differ. Still Cody has his own kind of charm. Tech-savvy and eager to help his teammates, he is a great asset to the Screaming Gophers until he has to leave the island, not to return to the competition until Total Drama World Tour.
Cosplaying as Cody is a great opportunity to use stuff you might already have in your closet. And if you don’t have the items, you can easily transition your new purchases into other cosplays or your daily wardrobe. A short sleeve yellow polo, grey long sleeve shirt, cargo jeans, and a pair of brown sneakers make up Cody’s outfit. You can add the stripes on his shirt with fabric paint. And if you want to get his messy hairstyle, you can either opt for a wig or style your own in a similar fashion.
Tommy Pickles from Rugrats
Tommy Pickles (voiced by Elizabeth Daily) was a staple in the childhood of many Millennials. He led the group of friends known as the Rugrats, usually getting them into trouble (even if some of it was just make believe). His leadership and adventurous nature drove the whole show, so it’s no wonder people might want to cosplay as Tommy!
There are two ways to go about a cosplay like this. One is to get as close as possible to the original character and the other is to put a slight spin on. To get really close to the character, go for a blue t-shirt, a costume diaper, a prop bottle, a Reptar toy, and invisible shoes like those in this YouTube tutorial. If you don’t want to go the diaper route, you can swap that piece for a pair of white pants and a pair of shoes that match your skin tone. In either case remember to use yellow fabric paint to recreate the iconic yellow tabs on Tommy’s diaper. And while you might want to ditch the bottle if you go with the jeans, keep Reptar nearby. Tommy would!
Adora at Princess Prom
Adora, aka She-Ra, is the main character in Netflix’s She-Ra and the Princesses of Power. In the eighth episode, she receives an invitation to Princess Prom, which occurs once every decade. Bow explains the event is a ball where all the princesses of Etheria meet and party. Their goal is to recruit the host, Frosta, to join the princess alliance. Glimmer teaches Adora princess etiquette and gives her a makeover for the event. The hair accessory is actually a flower comb pin, as seen in this picture of the back.
Princess Elena of Avalor
Princess Elena Castillo Flores is the eponymous star of the Disney Junior show, Elena of Avalor. After saving the magical kingdom of Avalor, she must learn how to reign as its new princess. Voiced by Aimee Carrero, Elena is the first Latina princess in Disney history.
Tony Hogburn from Nine Perfect Strangers
Tony “Smiley” Hogburn (played by Bobby Canavale) is a former NFL tight end and one of the guests at Tranquillum in Hulu’s Nine Perfect Strangers. Tony is a bristly persona with an addiction to painkillers. While his relationship with Frances Welty is rocky from the start, the two slowly start to confide in one another at Masha Dmitrichenko‘s retreat. Tony definitely prioritizes comfort over fashion, opting for gym-ready clothes paired with a utilitarian bucket hat to keep the sun off his face.
Frances Welty from Nine Perfect Strangers
Frances Welty (played by Melissa McCarthy) is a famous romance novelist and one of the Nine Perfect Strangers who attend Masha Dmitrichenko‘s expensive Tranquillum retreat. Frances finds herself at Tranquillum after suffering several personal and professional embarrassments, and while initially quite closed off, she soon grows close with a few of the other attendees including Tony Hogburn. Frances wears many glamorously bohemian outfits and jumpsuits, so opt for light, flowy fabrics and don’t be afraid to layer different pieces together to achieve her look.
Rose from American Dragon: Jake Long
Rose is a character in the cartoon series American Dragon: Jake Long. She is the love interest titular character, but she is actually a member of the Huntsclan, an organization whose aims is to take down supernatural threats. Her alias is Huntsgirl, where in contrast to her kind-hearted, modest personality, she is daring, combative, and vicious. When Jake finds out about her alter ego, they try and work together, until he wishes Rose had never been taken by the clan. Mae Whitman, who you may have also heard in Avatar: The Last Airbender as Katara, voices this character.
Masha Dmitrichenko from Nine Perfect Strangers
Masha Dmitrichenko (played by Nicole Kidman) is the enigmatic creator of Tranquillum, an expensive wellness retreat that promises its guests powerful transformation, in the Hulu mini series Nine Perfect Strangers. Masha, originally from Russia, immigrated to the United States where she became a powerful CEO. However, after she is shot and clinically dead for several minutes, Masha’s outlook on life is totally altered and she sets out to help others achieve freedom from their grief and other emotional issues. Masha is a tall, thin woman with long blonde hair. She favors all white ensembles that highlight her ethereal persona and sports a large scar at the center of her chest, a reminder of her brush with death.
GGK from Carole and Tuesday
GGK (voiced in Japanese by Misaki Kuno and in English by Mela Lee with singing vocals by Madison McFerrin) is a character in the anime series Carole and Tuesday. GGK is an eccentric contestant on the Mars’ Brightest talent show, claiming to be a vessel through which the universe itself sings. During her performances, her all black costume shimmers like it’s part of the fabric of the universe, while she claims the red dot on her forehead is actually her third eye.
Mare Sheehan from Mare of Easttown
Marianne “Mare” Sheehan (played by Kate Winslet) is the small town detective at the heart of HBO’s limited series Mare of Easttown. Set in a small Philadelphia suburb, the show focuses on Mare as she investigates the murder of a local girl. Mare’s wardrobe consists of pieces designed to keep her warm while she works in a variety of outdoor locations, including several coats and a lot of flannel, with comfortable and sturdy jeans.