Cosplay Addict

So here we go.  Dragon Con is a scant 158 days away, and my body is nowhere near where I wanted it to be. Of course, I haven't really been trying either, so that's totally my own fault.  A weakness for beer and pasta jumped me up into plus sizes rather quickly a few years ago.  With that in mind, let's take a look at some of my cosplay ideas for this year's Con.

1.) Jayne Cobb (Firefly/Serenity)

Let's face it, Jayne's a badass.  I want to take all that badassery and translate it into a female version.  I saw one last year, but I think I can do it better.  I'm thinking of taking the iconic Blue Sun shirt and cutting it up into a halter.  Originally I wanted to use a bikini top and screen the Blue Sun logo onto it, but I don't see myself getting that thin (hey I'm being realistic).  Pair it up with some short khaki shorts and black combat boots.  And let's not forget THE HAT...gotta find one of those.  Jon is already working on putting pieces together to create Vera and the grenades (sure would be nice if we had some grenades, don't you think?).

2.) Claudia Donovan (Warehouse 13)

I rocked Claudia last year and got to meet Eddie McClintock, who plays Pete on the show.  This year he will be back along with Saul Rubinek (Artie) so I'll probably reprise this costume.  It was spot on, even if no one really caught it.  Jon made a Tesla gun for me last year which needs some minor repairs (I also used this costume for a local sci-fi con).  He's got some pieces to create a Farnsworth, which rocks my stripy socks.  My hair will be a little long to be correct, but I wound up keeping the pink streak so that at least will be right.

3.) Black Canary (DC Comics)

Jon plans on dressing as Green Arrow, so we though I might go as his wife.  The same leather jacket that I use as Claudia could work and I already have black boots.  The problem I'm running into is the leotard...I haven't found anyone locally who sells adult dance supplies, especially for plus size girls.  Hell no I am NOT planning on bleaching my hair...unless my stylist is willing to take that on for a reasonable price.  It would mean a wig for Claudia however, so one way or another I'll be visiting Sister Wig downtown (I absolutely love them.  I would buy out the store if I could).

4.) Lady Blackhawk (DC Comics)

I have found a pattern that will work for the coat, and a cheerleader skirt pattern for the skirt (thanks to  Glitter Pill for the idea and pattern!).  The black boots would do double duty, and I can find the gloves online or at Party City.  I'm figuring on trying to find the hat at a military surplus store (an advantage to living near an army base), and make the patches using felt or card stock.  As I mentioned, the blond hair would either be a good dye job or a wig, whichever I decide closer to time.

I tend to pick characters who are strong-willed and independent.  If I get to carry a toy gun, well....shiny!  I've got to get on the ball for losing weight and finding pieces. I have no willpower when it comes to sweets, and Chill has some non-dairy flavors that I just love.  I'm trying to be realistic with these costumes on what will work with my body shape and what I'm comfortable wearing.  Here starts the search...wish me luck!