I loved the aesthetic of this design and decided early that I wanted to make a slightly fancier version with extra beading and details.
Dress: I converted the low-backed design into a corset for support, and embellished it with lace and crystals. The skirt is 2-layered and embellished with rose lace and heavily beaded "blood". It is supported with a large bumroll and stiff petticoat which snap onto the corset. The bolero is stretch lace on which I pieced the seams to create a seamless look. The brooch is goldwork embroidery.
Leggings & Gloves: They are attached to the shoes and have quilted applique on the backs. The gloves are hand-painted and snap onto the bolero sleeves with illusion mesh.
Armour: EVA foam (larger pieces) and Worbla's Black Art (smaller pieces).
Roses: Made by fusing Worbla's Kobracast Art between layers of synthetic taffeta and then heat-shaping. They snap onto the back of the skirt and are very durable!
Wig: Styled by me. I somehow ended up with the eartail on the wrong side, but can't be helped now.
I considered making the sword but it would be such a pain to travel with that I didn't bother.
Photos by Elemental Photography and Design.
Awards won: Best Construction Advanced, Crunchyroll Hime's Cosplay Cup 2022
Dress: I converted the low-backed design into a corset for support, and embellished it with lace and crystals. The skirt is 2-layered and embellished with rose lace and heavily beaded "blood". It is supported with a large bumroll and stiff petticoat which snap onto the corset. The bolero is stretch lace on which I pieced the seams to create a seamless look. The brooch is goldwork embroidery.
Leggings & Gloves: They are attached to the shoes and have quilted applique on the backs. The gloves are hand-painted and snap onto the bolero sleeves with illusion mesh.
Armour: EVA foam (larger pieces) and Worbla's Black Art (smaller pieces).
Roses: Made by fusing Worbla's Kobracast Art between layers of synthetic taffeta and then heat-shaping. They snap onto the back of the skirt and are very durable!
Wig: Styled by me. I somehow ended up with the eartail on the wrong side, but can't be helped now.
I considered making the sword but it would be such a pain to travel with that I didn't bother.
Photos by Elemental Photography and Design.
Awards won: Best Construction Advanced, Crunchyroll Hime's Cosplay Cup 2022