Behind the Scenes: Creating a Professional Cosplay

TLDRFollow along as a professional cosplay is created from scratch, with months of planning, meetings, and custom measurements. Experience the process of selecting materials, discussing designs, and seeing the final product come to life.

Key insights

🎭Creating a professional cosplay requires extensive planning, measurements, and meetings to ensure a perfect fit.

🔍Cosplay makers use reference photos, figures, and screenshots for accurate design details.

💰Professional cosplays can be expensive, costing up to $2,000 for custom-made, high-quality materials.

🎨Different teams collaborate to choose the best materials and colors for each cosplay, considering customer preferences and character accuracy.

📷Cosplay makers can even arrange professional photo shoots, complete with makeup artists and photographers, to showcase the final cosplay.

Q&A

How long does it take to create a professional cosplay?

Creating a professional cosplay can take months of planning, meetings, and measurements to ensure a perfect fit and accurate design details.

How much does a professional cosplay cost?

Professional cosplays can cost up to $2,000 for custom-made, high-quality materials and intricate designs.

Do cosplay makers use reference photos?

Yes, cosplay makers use reference photos, figures, and screenshots to ensure accurate design details for each cosplay.

Can customers choose the materials and colors for their cosplay?

Yes, customers have the opportunity to discuss and choose the materials and colors for their cosplay, considering both personal preferences and character accuracy.

Can professional photo shoots be arranged for the final cosplay?

Yes, some cosplay makers can arrange professional photo shoots, complete with makeup artists and photographers, to showcase the final cosplay.

Timestamped Summary

00:00The YouTuber has received numerous requests to try a professional cosplay, prompting this behind-the-scenes video.

00:26The video begins with the YouTuber visiting a top costume making store in Japan to have a professional cosplay made from scratch.

01:48The YouTuber and the cosplay maker discuss the planning phase, which includes choosing the character, discussing materials, and taking measurements.

04:16The YouTuber's companion reveals her cosplay, a stunning rendition of Zero Two.

07:50After two months, the YouTuber returns to discuss the design aspects of his cosplay, including materials, colors, and intricate details.

09:58The video concludes with the YouTuber and the cosplay maker discussing the next steps, including trying on the first draft of the outfit.