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9 Luca Cosplays Who Look Straight Out Of The Newest Disney Movie

Dive into our latest article about these Luca cosplayers!

10 Dragon Prince Cosplays That Transport You To The Land of Xadia

These Dragon Prince cosplays are spitting images of the show's characters.

Tips For Entering The Cosplay Central Crown Championships

If you're looking to enter the championships, here's some tips from previous winners!

5 Yelena Cosplays Ready To Strike A Superhero Pose

Check out these 5 Yelena Belova cosplayers from the Black Widow movie.

The Cosplay Central Crown Championship Rules For The Final

Take a look at the rules for the final and learn more about what the judges will be looking for

Watch All Of The Cosplay Day Panels And Join Discord Here!

Here's everything you can watch and participate in for Cosplay Day on Saturday.

10 Black Widow Cosplays To Get You Hyped For The Movie

These Black Widow cosplayers would make Scarlett Johansson proud.

Alyson Tabbitha And Xephyr Studios Give Cosplay Competition Advice

If you're wanting to enter a future competition, here's some tips from our judges!

Cosplayers Attend Black Widow Premiere In Hollywood

We went to the Black Widow premiere in Hollywood and interviewed cosplayers at the event!

Umbrella Academy Costume Designer Talks Klaus' Costumes

If you've been wanting to cosplay Klaus, here's some tips from the designer himself!

10 Best Online Cosplay Stores To Buy Quality Costumes

If you're looking to buy your own cosplays, here's some sites to choose from.

Why Your Glorious Purpose Should Be To Cosplay Loki

With so many variations of Loki, which will you pick to cosplay?

12 She-Ra Cosplays Who Show Off Their True Strength

These Princesses of Power cosplayers truly Honor Grayskull.

10 Loki Cosplays Who Are Ready To Cause Some Mischief

These Loki cosplayers are filled with glorious purpose.

Deadpool Cosplayer Turned Drag Queen Is Everything We Needed

Meet Dragpool! The sensational cosplay creator who turned Deadpool into a fabulous drag queen.

Cosplayer Vampy Bit Me Talks Video Games And Cosplay

Meet cosplayer Vampy Bit Me in this exclusive interview!

Meet The Black Widow Cosplayer Who Is Also Cosplay Central's Editor-In-Chief

Captain Kaycee is both a cosplayer and the head of Cosplay Central.

10 Genshin Impact Cosplays To Bring You Into The World of Teyvat

These Genshin Impact cosplayers created amazing cosplays based on the hit game.

11 Castlevania Cosplayers Who Bring The Characters To Life

These 11 Castlevania cosplayers perfectly show off the iconic characters from the Netflix series.

Lady Dimitrescu Cosplayer Thinks of Perfect Way To Be Her Height

This cosplayer thought of a genius idea to be as tall as Lady DImitrescu from Resident Evil: Village

10 Cosplayers Who Have Made Incredible Cosplay Wings

These cosplayers are ready to fly with their handmade cosplay wings!

This Cosplayer Creates Phenomenal Star Wars Cosplays

Meet Star Wars cosplayer Rensempress in this exclusive interview!

Cosplayers Partake In "Cosplay Sew-Along" To Create Historical Stays

These cosplayers show that you can create anything with a strong, supportive community.

Bad Batch Cosplayers Explain How They Made Their Star Wars Cosplays

These cosplayers describe what made them want to cosplay the Bad Batch and how they recreated the looks.

10 Bad Batch Cosplays Ready To Take On The Galaxy

These cosplayers could create their own live action Bad Batch with these cosplays.

10 Cosplayers Who Are Also Fabulous Historical Costumers

From the colonial period to Edwardian times, these 10 cosplayers create beautiful historical garb.

10 Shadow And Bone Cosplays From The Grishaverse Series

These cosplayers bring the book characters to life.

Historical Interpreter Brings Black History Into The Spotlight

Not Your Momma's History is helping historical sites on the African experience within 18th and 19th century America.

10 Mortal Kombat Cosplays Who Bring Out The Fatalities

These 10 Mortal Kombat cosplayers take a flawless victory when it comes to crafting iconic cosplays.

Promising Young Woman Costume Designer Talks Costumes From The Film

Costume designer Nancy Steiner explains how costumes can be both sourced from stores and made.

10 Poison Ivy Cosplays To Make You Green With Envy

These Poison Ivy cosplayers sure know how to put the petal to the metal.

Is Cosplay Welcoming Enough To Disabled Cosplayers?

These disabled cosplayers think that while there have been some improvements, there is still a long way to go.

10 Unbreakable Kirishima Cosplays From My Hero Academia

These Kirishima cosplayers will make you want to pick up foam crafting with their mind-blowing cosplays.

Low Cost Cosplay Guy Makes Hilarious Naruto Cosplays

From Kakashi to Naruto himself, this guy makes cheap but effective cosplays.

This Charizard Cosplay Is The Ultimate Fire-Type Pokemon

Camislyce's Charizard cosplay includes fully functioning wings!

10 Captain America Cosplays Who Are Worthy To Carry The Shield

The real Steve Rogers would be proud of these cosplayers.

These Justice League Cosplayers Look Just Like The Snyder Cut's Superheroes

Unite the league with these six DC Comics cosplayers.

Ahsoka Cosplay Looks Straight From The Mandalorian

This Ahsoka Tano by Jedimanda is a spitting image of the Star Wars character.

10 Winter Soldier Cosplays To Prepare You For The New Marvel Show

These 10 Winter Soldier cosplayers are ready for the premiere of The Falcon and the Winter Soldier.

Scarlet Witch Cosplay Is An Incredible Transformation Into Elizabeth Olsen

Alyson Tabbitha made a cosplay transformation into Scarlet Witch and it's amazing.

Korra And Asami Cosplayers Recreate Scene In Legend Korra

These Korra and Asami cosplays look spectacular.

10 Falcon Cosplayers Who Are Ready For Take Off

These Falcon cosplayers will inspire you to make your own set of wings.

Mass Effect Aliens Designed Specifically For Cosplayers

The aliens from Mass Effect: Andromeda were created with cosplayers in mind.

Emma And Marvel Costume Designer Talks Historical Costuming

Costume designer Alexandra Byrne gives tips for making Regency-era costumes from her new film, Emma.

How To Lose A Cosplay Competition Like a Winner

Losing a competition can be the ultimate learning experience.

Monster Hunter Props Master Brings Video Game Weapons To Real Life

Prop master Kerry Von Lillienfeld explains how cosplay videos helped him create the iconic Monster Hunter weapons.

Cosplayers Want More Disability Representation In Media

These cosplayers have seen a lack of characters with disabilities in Hollywood and it needs to change.

Black Cosplayers Call For Change In The Cosplay Community

These cosplayers speak out about their experiences in the community and how we can empower others.

Superman Cosplayer Inspires Through Determination And Hope

Cosplayer Jonathan Belle has become a beacon of hope with his Superman cosplay.

Cara Dune Cosplayers React To Gina Carano's Firing From The Mandalorian

Cosplayers speak out about their disappointment with Gina Carano.

Black Anime Cosplayers Discuss Representation In Anime

Four cosplayers explain their love for anime and why representation matters.

Meet The Cosplayer Who Is Also Kevin Hart's Stuntman

LeRoyal is a cosplayer, podcaster, DnD player, and a stuntman for actor Kevin Hart.

WandaVision's Monica Rambeau Recreated By Kizuki Cosplay

This cosplayer nailed Monica's 1970s look from Marvel's WandaVision.

Sexual Harassment In Pop Culture And The Cosplay Community

Cosplayers discuss sexual harassment in the cosplay community and what needs to be done about it.

How To Prepare And Enter Virtual Cosplay Competitions

Here are the best ways to enter online cosplay competitions in 2021.

10 Katara Cosplays From Avatar: The Last Airbender That Are Amazing Waterbenders

These Katara cosplayers are ready to take on the Fire Nation.

10 Harley Quinn Cosplay That Are Both Sweet And Psycho

These Harley Quinn cosplays are ready to throw down the hammer.

The Pros And Cons Of Going Viral In A Black Widow Cosplay

I went viral on Reddit for my Black Widow cosplay and here's what I learned.

Overwatch and Diablo Fan Creates Incredible Demonic Brigitte Cosplay

Kamui Cosplay finally completed her demonic Brigitte cosplay after 18 months of work.

10 Scarlet Witch Cosplays That Will Make You Believe In Magic

With the premiere of WandaVision on the horizon, here are 10 Scarlet Witch cosplayers.

10 Vision Cosplays To Get You Hyped For WandaVision

These Vision cosplays would make Paul Bettany proud.

10 Deadpool Cosplays That Completely Embody The Character

Ryan Reynolds would be proud of all these Deadpool cosplayers.

The 5 Best Online Stores To Buy Cosplay Contacts

If you're looking for contact lenses for your next cosplay, here are the 5 best online stores to choose from.

Black and BIPOC Cosplayers Discuss Self-Esteem and Toxic Masculinity

Five male BIPOC cosplayers give their thoughts on issues regarding self-esteem and masculinity in the cosplay community.

10 Jojo's Bizzare Adventure Cosplays That Are Too Awesome

From Dio to Jotaro, here are 10 of our favorite Jojo's Bizarre Adventure Cosplays.

Cosplayers Share Their New Year's Resolutions For 2021

Whether it's learning a new skill or make new cosplays, these cosplayers have plenty of New Year resolutions.

10 Hunter x Hunter Cosplays That Are Absolutely Exceptional

Hisoka, Gon, and more Hunter x Hunter cosplays to prepare you for the new season.

10 Holiday Movie Cosplays To Put You In The Festive Spirit

From Nightmare Before Christmas to Die Hard, here are 10 Christmas movie cosplays.

How To Elevate Your Cosplay To Be Holiday-Themed

From Spider-Man to Black Panther, here are some tips to create your very own holiday cosplay.

10 Frozen Cosplays That Lead Us Into The Unknown

From Elsa and Anna to Kristoff and Sven, these cosplayers knock it out of the park.

Umbrella Academy Costume Designer Gives Cosplay Advice

Christopher Hargadon discusses the elaborate costumes from the hit Netflix show.

10 My Hero Academia Cosplays That Show Off Their Superpowers

Check out these cosplayers that brought the My Hero Academia superheroes to life.

10 Cyberpunk Cosplays To Celebrate The Game's Release

Welcome to the future with these 10 Cyberpunk 2077 cosplays.

Tips For Cosplaying Boba Fett's Armor In The Mandalorian

We've compiled a list of must-haves to create a Boba Fett cosplay based on his new Mandalorian look.

Five Myths About Corsets And The Truth Behind Corsetry

Mainstream media makes it sound like corsets are bad to wear, but are they really?

Overwatch Sombra Voice Actor Cosplays As Mercy For New Film

The VA becomes Mercy in a new film about cosplayers in quarantine.

The Best Black Friday Deals For Cosplayers And Crafters

Cosplay duo Cowbutt Crunchies has compiled a list of all the best Black Friday deals.

10 Ahsoka Cosplays To Ready You For This Week's Mandalorian

In the anticipation of possibly having Ahsoka in this week's episode, here are 10 Ahsoka cosplayers that look spot-on!

16 Final Fantasy XIV Cosplays So Good They Look Straight From The Game

These Final Fantasy XIV cosplayers certainly put in the work to craft these amazing looks.

10 Supernatural Cosplays To Prepare You For the Final Episode

Tonight marks the premiere of the final episode of Supernatural, so here are 10 cosplays to hype you up.

5 Simple Historical Stitches You Can Use For Cosplay

Whether you are recreating a historical gown or just wanting to level up your handstitch game, here's five stitches to help you get started.

20 Tangled Cosplays To Celebrate A Decade Of The Hit Disney Movie

These Disney cosplayers all showed their love for Tangled with these beautiful cosplays.

Let's Go Retro: 11 Cosplays Inspired By 1980s Movies, TV, and Games

From the A-Team to the Thundercats, these cosplayers are heading back to the future.

10 Assassin's Creed: Valhalla Cosplays That Are Straight Out Of The Game

These cosplayers took Eivor's viking looks from the game and into real life.

Halloween Costumes Originally Started On Thanksgiving, Not October 31st

America's original costume holiday was Thanksgiving, so why did it change?

This French Cosplayer Is A Real Life Rapunzel From Tangled

Cosplayer Lily on the Moon is a real life Disney princess in her Rapunzel cosplay.

Cultural Appropriation In Cosplay and Costuming Communities

Five cosplayers discuss appropriation while cosplaying and during Halloween season.

10 Things To Consider When Buying Fabric For Cosplay

Whether it's looking at drape or how fabrics stretch, here are 10 things you should know for buying fabric for cosplay.

Latinx Cosplayers Discuss Representation In Pop Culture

Four Latinx cosplayers share their thoughts on representations of their culture in the media.

Amber Arden Cosplay - The Real Life Disney Princess

Cosplayer Amber Arden is a spitting image of Disney's Snow White.

Judges Prepare For Virtual Cosplay Competition Powered By SYFY WIRE

The judges for Cosplay Central's Virtual Championships of Cosplay share their tips for judging the competition.

10 Adhesives You Can Use To Help Glue Your Next Cosplay

Looking for an adhesive to help glue your cosplay together? Check out these 10 options!

The Perfect Costumes for Conventions in a Post-Coronavirus World

These cosplays may prove useful when conventions come back again.

10 Mandalorian Cosplays To Ready You For The New Season

From the Mandalorian himself to Baby Yoda, these cosplays are sure to get you excited for the hit Star Wars show.

Veteran Cosplayer Gives Back To The Community Through Charity Work

Eric "The Smoke" Muran has gone from professional wrestler to being a prominent member of the cosplay community.

Interview With Founder Of Lumins Workshop: A Cosplay Supply Store

The cosplay supply company has supplied cosplayers such as Kamui Cosplay and Cinderys.

25 Cosplays From Movies That Turn 25 Years Old In 2020

Ace Ventura, Jumanji, Toy Story, and Pocahontas all turn 25 years in 2020. Here are some of our favorite cosplays from these classics!

Top 10 Recommended Power Tools For Your Next Cosplay

If you're looking to take your prop and armor skills to the next level, check out these tools!

Announcing Cosplay Central's Virtual Competition for October's Metaverse

Sign up for our second virtual competition and win cosplay supplies worth up to $300!

Cosplay Spotlight: Cosplay Melee Contestant and Mentor Becka Noel

Ani-Mia interviews cosplayer Becka Noel on her accomplishments in the cosplay community.