Guide Star Wars: How to cosplay as Boba Fett, from the helmet to the armor We've compiled a list of must-haves to create a Boba Fett cosplay based on his new Mandalorian look. March 24, 2023 Kelsey Endter
Guide Foam for Cosplay: How to begin Foamsmithing for your next cosplay armor Having trouble figuring out which foam to use for your next cosplay? Look no further! March 24, 2023 Candace Birger
Guide Cosplay Wig guide: Tips and tricks to get the best cosplay wigs if you're a cosplayer or crafter Whether you are new to wig styling, have a love-hate relationship with wigs, or are a pro wig styler, this article is for you. March 24, 2023 Lexi Ginn
Guide Cosplay wigs: the 10 best wig stores and commissioners to get your next costume hair If you're looking for a new wig, check out these stores. March 24, 2023 Ani-Mia
Guide Encanto: How to cosplay as Mirabel, Isabela, Luisa, and Camilo from the hit Disney movie Disney's newest movie Encanto has some stunning character designs and we have some tips to cosplaying them! March 24, 2023 Ani-Mia
Guide Shadow and Bone: How to make your own Kefta uniform and join the Grishaverse Create your own Grishaverse cosplay using this Kefta tutorial! March 23, 2023 Amazonian Cosplay
Feature Members Access | Livestream the Cosplay Central Costume Showcase panel from C2E2 '23 The best cosplayers in the game take the stage for the Cosplay Central Showcase at C2E2 2023, and you can livestream it here. March 17, 2023 Chris Arrant
News Emerald City Comic Con: All the greatest coverage from Popverse at the first big convention of 2023! Springtime in Seattle, and Popverse is back on the convention circuit with the 20th annual Emerald City Comic Con March 15, 2023 Chris Arrant 7 comments
Feature Full Panel Video | Watch the Amalee Spotlight panel from ECCC '23 YouTube star Amalee takes the Pine Stage at Emerald City Comic Con 2023, and you can watch it here. March 15, 2023 Grant DeArmitt
Feature Krakens, cakes, and crews: Unique Our Flag Means Death cosplays from Emerald City Comic Con The most deep cut costumes at the Our Flag Means Death panel March 9, 2023 Tiffany Babb
Feature Updated! | ECCC 2023: The best of the best cosplay from Seattle's Emerald City Comic Con Check out our gallery of the coolest cosplay from ECCC March 8, 2023 Tiffany Babb
News Celebrate the winners of the Cosplay Central Crown Championships at Emerald City Comic Con 2023! They came, they saw, they triumphed (and you can see why) March 6, 2023 Graeme McMillan
Feature Get prepped for 2023 comic convention season with Enter the Popverse! Popverse talks all things ECCC 2023, as well as how to prep for the con - or any con! March 4, 2023 Chris Arrant
Interview Meet the cosplayers hoping to be the USA Semi-Finalist in the 2023 Cosplay Central Crown Championships The winners of the Cosplay Central Crown Championships quarter finals at ReedPop shows are coming to Chicago's C2E2 2023 to chase the Crown March 2, 2023 Emma Farnworth
Interview Meet SayoChuu, one of the 2023 Cosplay Central Crown Championships finalists The winner of the Cosplay Central Crown Championships semi-finals from Wintercon, Latvia, is coming to Chicago's C2E2 2023 to win it all March 1, 2023 Emma Farnworth
Interview Meet LilithAdaryn, one of the 2023 Cosplay Central Crown Championships finalists The winner of the Cosplay Central Crown Championships semi-finals from MondoCon, Hungary, is coming to Chicago's C2E2 2023 to win it all Feb. 28, 2023 Emma Farnworth
Interview Meet Blink, one of the 2023 Cosplay Central Crown Championships finalists The winner of the Cosplay Central Crown Championships semi-finals from Magnificon, Poland, is coming to Chicago's C2E2 2023 to win it all Feb. 27, 2023 Emma Farnworth
Feature Livestream! | Livestream the Cosplay Central Showcase panel from ECCC '23 The best cosplayers in the game take the stage for the Cosplay Central Showcase at Emerald City Comic Con 2023, and you can livestream it here. Feb. 27, 2023 Grant DeArmitt
Guide Popverse celebrates Black creators and characters for Black History Month Looking for some awesome articles to read? Check out these great Popverse articles this Black History Month and beyond. Feb. 24, 2023 Tiffany Babb
Guide Discover the best cosplay from MagicCon: Philadelphia 2023 MagicCon: Philadelphia was full of fun, marvelous cosplay that you have to see Feb. 23, 2023 Veronica Valencia
Feature Free Livestream! | Watch the Cosplay Central Crown Championship livestream from ECCC '23 courtesy of Xfinity The Cosplay Central Crown Championship heads to Emerald City Comic Con 2023, and you can watch it live courtesy of Xfinity Feb. 22, 2023 Grant DeArmitt
Interview Meet AltF4cosplay, one of the 2023 Cosplay Central Crown Championships finalists The winner of the Cosplay Central Crown Championships sem-finals from PAX Aus is coming to Chicago's C2E2 2023 to win it all Feb. 17, 2023 Emma Farnworth
Interview Meet Quee the Cosfailer, one of the 2023 Cosplay Central Crown Championships finalists The winner of the Cosplay Central Crown Championships sem-finals from Austria's Vienna Comic Con is coming to Chicago's C2E2 2023 to win it all Feb. 16, 2023 Emma Farnworth
Interview Meet Ludus Cosplay, one of the 2023 Cosplay Central Crown Championships finalists The winner of the Cosplay Central Crown Championships sem-finals from Comic Con Africa is coming to Chicago's C2E2 2023 Feb. 15, 2023 Emma Farnworth
Interview Meet Matthew Barry, one of the 2023 Cosplay Central Crown Championships finalists The winner of the Cosplay Central Crown Championships sem-finals from Birmingham's MCM Comic Con is coming to Chicago's C2E2 2023 to win it all Feb. 14, 2023 Emma Farnworth
Interview Meet Alisyuon, one of the 2023 Cosplay Central Crown Championships finalists The winner of the Cosplay Central Crown Championships sem-finals from Madrid's Japan Weekend is coming to Chicago's C2E2 2023 to win it all Feb. 13, 2023 Emma Farnworth
Feature Looking ahead at 2023 with Popverse Popverse Editor-in-Chief Chris Arrant gives you a preview of what's to come in 2023 at Popverse Jan. 10, 2023 Chris Arrant
Feature The 2022 Cosplay Central Crown Championships contestants: high quality photos of all the finalists and winners Take a closer look at the incredible costumes from the global final of ReedPop's Cosplay Championship Dec. 13, 2022 Emma Farnworth
Feature The Cosplay Central Crown Championships 2022 - a story in pictures from the global finals Take a look back at all the action from the MCM London Main Stage Dec. 13, 2022 Emma Farnworth
Feature L.A. Comic Con, a local convention with (pretty much) no lines A peek into the twelfth year of L.A. Comic Con Dec. 5, 2022 Tiffany Babb
Gallery All the best cosplay from L.A. Comic Con 2022 Cosplayers were out in force at the Los Angeles Convention Center this past weekend Dec. 5, 2022 Tiffany Babb
Feature Are corsets uncomfortable? Bad for posture? Dangerous? Here are 5 myths about the historic garment Mainstream media makes it sound like corsets are bad to wear, but are they really? Dec. 4, 2022 Kelsey Endter
Sponsored The empowering potential of cosplay: Yaya Han shares her story, and how she helps others One of the world's biggest cosplay stars, Yaya Han, opens up about her path and giving back Nov. 30, 2022 Chris Arrant
Deals Cosplay gift guide: 10 recommendations for the cosplayer in your life Brought to you by hot glue. Nov. 28, 2022 Kelsey Endter
Feature Anime NYC cosplayers were out in full force this year A great variety of cosplay from Anime NYC '22 Nov. 23, 2022 Jim McDermott
Guide MCM Comic Con London 2022: Be there from anywhere with filmed panels, celebrity interviews, and showfloor reports MCM returns, and Popverse is here in London covering the news, panels, guests, cosplay, and more Nov. 21, 2022 Chris Arrant 13 comments
Feature Top fun things to do at MCM London A summary of all the activities at MCM for ticket holders Oct. 30, 2022 Louise Saul
Feature Check out the best cosplay at MCM London 2022 so far! We've collected photos of the best cosplay at MCM London this year Oct. 30, 2022 Tiffany Babb
Feature Streaming Video | Costumers Unite! The 501st UK Garrison comes to Comic Con, stream the panel here! The 501st UK Garrison is a non-profit costuming organization whose goal is to put realism into costuming and good into the world. Oct. 26, 2022 Grant DeArmitt
Feature Full Panel Video | Watch the finals of the Cosplay Central Crown Championships live from MCM Comic Con! The finals of the 2022 Cosplay Central Crown Championships take place Saturday at MCM Comic Con - and you can watch it live! Oct. 26, 2022 Chris Arrant 1 comment
Feature Streaming Video | Watch MCM's Yaya Han - Beyond Social Media: Long Term Success in Cosplay panel live Cosplay mainstay Yaya Han heads to London to talk about what it takes to make it in cosplay in today’s ever-shifting digital landscape. Oct. 26, 2022 Grant DeArmitt
Guide New York Comic Con 2022: Watch 30+ filmed panels, read numerous interviews and news reports, and hear conversations with celebrities NYCC is here, and Popverse is in full force covering the news, panels, guests, and more Oct. 24, 2022 Chris Arrant 38 comments
Video Highlight Video | Re-live the best of New York Comic Con 2022 with NYCC Insider from Popverse See the best from the NYCC 2022 show floor, the biggest stages, and backstage with Popverse's NYCC Insider 2022 Oct. 21, 2022 Chris Arrant
Feature The lessons learned from, and the questions never asked at, New York Comic Con 2022's Q & A panel Sunday afternoon brought convention organizers face to face with fans, with one shared mission: making NYCC better Oct. 21, 2022 Graeme McMillan
Feature Know before you go | A cosplayer's guide to MCM Comic Con Wanting to cosplay at MCM London? Here’s our helpful guide Oct. 19, 2022 Louise Saul
Feature Discover the best cosplay from New York Comic Con 2022! Once again, NYCC is home to some of the wildest, wackiest, and most fun cosplay on the convention circuit Oct. 18, 2022 Graeme McMillan
Guide Meet the Cosplay Central Crown Championships 2022 Finalists Find out more about all of the Finalists taking to the stage at MCM London Comic Con Oct. 17, 2022 Emma Farnworth
Gallery Clan Outlander is in the House at NYCC Outlander Cosplayers Show Their Colors (and Kilts!) at NYCC Oct. 9, 2022 Jim McDermott
Feature Streaming Video | Stream the Cosplay Central Crown Championships here! EuroCosplay Championships and the Crown Championships of Cosplay present the ultimate Cosplay Competition - see it begin at the Javits Center’s Main Stage. Oct. 8, 2022 Grant DeArmitt 2 comments
Feature NYCC 2022 Cosplay is Starting Strong Talking to Cosplayers at NYCC 2022 Oct. 7, 2022 Jim McDermott
How to Enjoy Popverse without any ads All the things you love from Popverse - without the ads. Oct. 5, 2022 Chris Arrant
Feature Cosplay and conventions: how being a fan helped me rediscover myself On the power of cosplay and having something for yourself Sept. 21, 2022 Andrea Towers
News All the best cosplay from Disney's D23 Expo 2022 Whether it's the Magic Kingdom, the Marvel Cinematic Universe, or Star Wars' Galaxy Far, Far Away, the best cosplay from every world can be found here Sept. 12, 2022 Graeme McMillan
Feature Full Panel Video | Watch a showcase of the best cosplay from Emerald City Comic Con 2022 Full recording of Seattle's ECCC Cosplay Central Showcase Sept. 1, 2022 Chris Arrant
News Re-Live Emerald City Comic Con 2022 with 40 filmed panels, over 20 articles, and video interviews with Jinkx Monsoon, Bendelacreme, Harvey Guillén Popverse went to Emerald City Comic Con, and has alot to show for it Sept. 1, 2022 Tiffany Babb 7 comments
Interview "I kind of live con crunch" YouTube star creator Odin Makes shares his passion for cosplay & conventions Bringing your favorite things to reality with YouTube star creator Odin Makes Aug. 26, 2022 Ashley V. Robinson
News Celebrate the winners of ECCC 2022's Cosplay Central Championships of Cosplay! The winners and photos of the amazing costumes from the Cosplay Central Championships of Cosplay tournament at Emerald City Comic Con 2022 Aug. 24, 2022 Chris Arrant
Feature All the best cosplay from Emerald City Comic Con 2022! All of Emerald City Comic Con's very best cosplay Aug. 23, 2022 Chris Arrant 1 comment
News British convention ICE canceled just weeks ahead of its 2022 event The Birmingham show was permanently shuttered due to economic concerns, says founder Aug. 23, 2022 Graeme McMillan
Feature This cosplayer crochets her cosplays! Jae showed off her new Poison Ivy costume at Emerald City Comic Con Aug. 23, 2022 Tiffany Babb
News SheProp! celebrates female, non-binary, and transgender cosplayers by building a supportive cosplay community SheProp! is an inclusive community for people of marginalized genders of all levels of cosplay expertise Aug. 22, 2022 Tiffany Babb
Feature Full Panel Video | Watch the full ECCC Crown Championships of Cosplay competition from your home! The Crown Championships of Cosplay competition returns to ECCC Aug. 21, 2022 Chris Arrant
Feature Problem with your cosplay? Don't despair—head over to Cosplay Repair! The Cosplay Repair room is a lifesaver for cosplayers who have run into mishaps Aug. 20, 2022 Tiffany Babb
News Save the date: The Chicago comic convention C2E2 has revealed its 2023 dates The Chicago staple C2e2 returns in 2023 - and returns to spring! Aug. 12, 2022 Chris Arrant
Feature Streaming Video | Watch the C2E2 Cosplay Showcase live like you are here! C2E2 celebrates the fantastic cosplayers of this weekend with a live showcase on its biggest stage Aug. 7, 2022 Chris Arrant 1 comment
Feature Streaming Video | Watch the full C2E2 Crown Championships of Cosplay competition from your home! The Crown Championships of Cosplay competition returns to C2E2 Aug. 6, 2022 Chris Arrant
Feature Plus size cosplayers find confidence in cosplaying These cosplayers show that cosplay is for everyone, regardless of race, gender, and size. Aug. 4, 2022 Kendra Beltran
News Cosplay Universe aims to be the definitive cosplay documentary Cosplay Universe is about what goes into dressing up as characters you love - and also the big business that surrounds it June 30, 2022 Chris Arrant
Feature Disney's Hercules cosplayers celebrate 25th anniversary These cosplayers put the "glad" in "gladiator" with their Disney cosplays! June 10, 2022 Kendra Beltran
How to Stranger Things: Cosplay characters from season four... based on clothes you already own The costumes in the latest Stranger Things season are perfect for putting together closet cosplays! June 9, 2022 Ani-Mia
Guide Answering questions for the Cosplay Central Crown Championships We've created a FAQ regarding all of your questions for Crown. June 6, 2022 Emma Farnworth
How to How to join the Cosplay Central Crown Championships In 2022 Check out our directory of qualifier events. June 6, 2022 Emma Farnworth
Feature Star Wars: How Attack of the Clones inspired a cadre of Clone Trooper cosplayers Episode II was the catalyst for cosplayers to create Clone Trooper suits. May 20, 2022 Andrew Liptak
Video Feel the excitement of attending a convention with ReedPop's Hall Pass video series Join comedian/baker Jessica Grant as she plays tour guide to the world of New York Comic Con with Hall Pass May 18, 2022 Chris Arrant
Guide Obi-Wan Kenobi: Say Hello there to some our favorite Star Wars cosplays These are the Obi-Wan Kenobi cosplays you're looking for May 16, 2022 Andrew Liptak
Guide Doctor Strange: Cosplay as the Sorcerer Supreme from Marvel's Multiverse of Madness Want to cosplay Doctor Strange? Then check out this guide! May 6, 2022 Ani-Mia
How to Star Trek cosplay: How to boldly go to the next strange new world... of costume design Want to create your own red shirt? Or perhaps Captain Kirk? Then check out this guide! April 19, 2022 Ani-Mia
Feature Game of Thrones: Sansa's coronation dress gets a breathtaking remake Meet Beth Malcolm, the cosplayer making a nearly-identical replica of Sansa's dress from the Game of Thrones finale, The Iron Throne. April 13, 2022 Kelsey Endter
Feature Cosplay etiquette for conventions and online Here's what you should and should not say to cosplayers, wherever you encounter them. April 8, 2022 Kelsey Endter
Feature DC's Batman: Cosplayers on the evolution of the Batsuit What makes the Bat-man Batman? April 6, 2022 Andrew Liptak
Feature 8 Catwoman Cosplayers Sharing Her Iconic Looks In Film & Television Check out these cosplayers as Catwoman throughout the years. April 5, 2022 Lexi Ginn
Feature Hunger Games cosplays to celebrate the film's 10th anniversary The Hunger Games film series turns 10 this year and we are celebrating with these 13 incredible cosplayers. March 23, 2022 Kendra Beltran
How to Ms. Marvel: Cosplay the MCU's biggest new star Here's our guide to cosplaying Ms Marvel from the upcoming Marvel show. March 17, 2022 Ani-Mia
Guide Star Wars: An up-close look at the villainous Inquisitors (and their costumes) Here's our guide to the Inquisitor's costumes from the Star Wars universe. March 16, 2022 Andrew Liptak
Feature Black cosplayers on characters and representation In pop culture media Cosplayers are standing up for more Black-centric pop culture in media. Feb. 28, 2022 Kendra Beltran
How to Lord of the Rings: Cosplay characters from Tolkien's world Here's our guide to cosplaying Galadriel, Elrond, and more Feb. 25, 2022 Ani-Mia
Feature These Cosplay Couples Share The Love This Valentines Day Couples that cosplay together, slay together. Feb. 14, 2022 Kendra Beltran
How to Disney's Encanto: How to make a Bruno cosplay and take the animated hit into real-life We don't talk about Bruno, but we will talk about how to make his costume! Feb. 12, 2022 Ani-Mia
Feature Frozone to Frozen: cosplayer rocks Elsa cosplay amid snowstorms Viral Frozone cosplayer keeps it cool the second year in a row by transforming into Elsa. Feb. 4, 2022 Lexi Ginn
How to Moon Knight: How to make a Moon Knight cosplay just like in the MCU Disney+ show The newest Disney+ show, Moon Knight, is out and here's our guide to cosplaying the new superhero! Feb. 1, 2022 Ani-Mia
Guide League of Legends' Arcane: How to re-create those Vi and Caitlyn looks in your real life with cosplay These Vi and Caitlyn cosplayers share their guides to recreating their Arcane cosplays. Jan. 31, 2022 Lexi Ginn
How to Can cosplay be a job? Some helpful tips to answer that question Want to add cosplay to your professional resume? Here's some tips to help! Jan. 28, 2022 Captain Amelia
Guide Belle anime: How to cosplay as the heroine of this Beauty & The Beast remake This new Japanese animated movie has some truly incredible costumes looking to be recreated. Jan. 27, 2022 Ani-Mia
Feature Star Wars cosplay: Boba Fett cosplayers have recreated every one of his costumes Ahead of The Book of Boba Fett's premiere on Disney+, we take a look at the many faces of the galaxy's most notorious bounty hunter Jan. 25, 2022 Andrew Liptak
Guide Catwoman: How to cosplay as The Batman's Zoë Kravitz Here is our buyer's guide to getting your own Catwoman cosplay for the new Batman movie! Jan. 24, 2022 Lexi Ginn
Feature A father & son Green Goblin cosplay based on Spider-Man: No Way costume goes viral Logandominiccosplay and his father recreated Norman Osborn's Green Goblin. Jan. 18, 2022 Lexi Ginn
Guide Star Wars: Tusken Raider costumes are expensive! Here's how to make your own Hey Star Wars fans, here a full (free!) guide into creating your very own Tusken Raider cosplay. Jan. 14, 2022 Andrew Liptak
Guide Suicide Squad's Peacemaker: cosplay as your favorite DC Comics D-Lister This guide will give you all the tips and tricks to putting together a Suicide Squad costume that will make John Cena proud Jan. 13, 2022 Lexi Ginn
Feature Best cosplay prop materials to start crafting your own accessories Prop making doesn't have to be daunting as long as you have the proper supplies! Jan. 12, 2022 Trent Cannon
Feature Cosplay makeup: The best brands for pros, amateurs, and con goers Here are our favorite makeup brands to use for all your cosplay needs! Jan. 5, 2022 Lexi Ginn