Being a newbie in the cosplay world, I am still grappling with how to do things my way.
I know I can’t sew and even though I’m creative, I kind of suck with DIY most of the time if it is overly complex. This makes me have to go more traditional routes when I want to do a cosplay (i.e., store bought). However, I’m pretty happy with how my Star Lord turned out for last weekend’s Magic City Comic Con. I had wanted to do a sexy Star Lord (or Star Lady) ever since I saw a photo of a girl rocking some booty shorts and boots.
There is always that one moment as a newb cosplayer where you are absolutely terrified your outfit will flop or you won’t be recognized, etc. However, I was pleasantly surprised with all the acknowledgements I did get, whether on social media or in person at the Con. Overall, I think it was a great outfit and I’m happy to say that I didn’t spend too much money putting it together. In fact, it was pretty affordable and all the clothing pieces are things that I will wear in my regular day to day, so I thought it would be fun to share with all of you that think cosplaying is too difficult or stressful!
Shirt; Old Navy
Shorts; Old Navy {similar}
Jacket; Forever 21
Boots; Target {similar}
Walkman; Etsy
Mask & gun; Toys R Us
Hope this helped and made cosplay seem a little less scary! I’m already gearing my next cosplay for SuperCon!
B. says
I think you look great!
Ari Carr says
Great outfit!
Megan Gotch says
LOVE LOVE LOVE!!! Going to get that jacket for regular wear! I really want to do Starlord for SDCC I think! xx
Mallory @ Bad Wolf Brunch says
This is amazing!
Usagi says
Love it all! And I think I’m going to grab that jacket! I bought the nerf guns which I need to totally spray paint to match the ones from the film!
Joie_Fatale says
This is so fun! I need to get those Nerf guns!
E-Rad's Cantina says
Girl, it looks really good. And this is along the same level I do cosplay as well. I love it, and think you definitely nailed Star Lord!
Kitten says
I love it!