What's a cosplayer, you ask? Before we go any further, let me fill you in.
The term "cosplay" comes from the combining of two words -- costume and play. It's a chance for lovers of comics, video games and animation to portray their favorite fictional characters. Cosplay is most common at pop culture conventions and has become a great outlet for socializing, competing and showing off skills.
A hobby like this requires a multitude of different talents. If you're friends with a cosplayer, then you're a lucky person. Here are a few reasons why!
Cosplayers are incredibly creative.
A cosplayer always has to think outside of the box when putting a costume together. They're always working on something! Whether they're styling a wig, painting fabric or constructing a giant prop, cosplayers use creativity to their advantage in order to make their costumes stand out.
Cosplayers know how to handle wardrobe malfunctions.
There's nothing worse than popping a button or tearing a seam. Cosplayers definitely have their fair share of costume malfunctions, so they know the best ways to deal with them. Sometimes, that means super gluing your clothes back on. Hey, it works!
Cosplayers are great with hair and makeup.
Cosplaying is a great hobby to take up if you love transforming your appearance. More often than not, it requires wigs, makeup and other cosmetic devices. If you need help with a hairstyle or want to try a new eyeliner style, then be sure to call up a cosplayer.
Cosplayers are the best at posing for photos.
Conventions are all about snapping photos of the coolest cosplays. Because of this, cosplayers know how to work their angles and play to the cameras. They're guaranteed to be the best-looking person in your selfie!
Cosplayers work well under pressure.
When a cosplayer has three costumes to complete in under a week, they put their blood, sweat and tears into their work. Sure, they'll complain every step of the way, but you can count on seeing their costumes finished just in time for the convention!
Cosplayers understand the importance of a budget.
Cosplaying is an extremely expensive hobby to pick up. A good cosplayer knows the value of a dollar and uses it to their best advantage. Saving and scavenging are more important than ever!
Cosplayers are so much fun!
They're quirky, cool, creative, caring and fun. They let their personalities shine through the characters they portray and the costumes they create. Cosplay is for anyone and everyone, so why not join the team?
