Cosplay Ideas and Inspiration

Information about the Renaissance and medieval period, with medieval and Renaissance costume ideas. Photos from Renaissance Faire included!

In this article you'll find advice on how to get involved in Civil War reenactment for women. Learn from the author's experience and you might just find a hobby for life!

Why are so many superheroines just copies of their male counterparts? Here's a look at how they were created and how they have been interpreted in real life.

Not sure where to start? This article covers all the major basics in terms of cosplay for people new to the whole thing.

Though many of their names are lost to us, the stories of the most successful actresses—like Isabella Andreini—live on as a testament to the fact that women are, and always have been, integral to gaming culture. Read on to learn more.

A guide to the 13 most popular pet peeves of cosplay.

Learn some phrases and words to use at a renaissance festival.

As Spider-Man, Peter Parker’s original red and blue costume is his most recognizable, but he has switched up his appearance on more than one occasion. The following are the ten best Spidey costumes worn by everybody's favorite webslinger.

A guide to common phrases and terms you might encounter at a Renaissance faire.

Are you looking for a last-minute, easy cosplay that will blow everyone away? This is an easy DIY devil costume.

Quadsuits, fursuits and gijinkas—all three are cosplays people like to do, and they also take lots of planning, crafting and sewing.