Entry for @masquerade-at-home!
UPDATE JULY 25, 2020: Thanks to everyone for sharing! My entry won Most Humorous! 💛💙💖
Costume Name: Sally, from The Nightmare Before Christmas (Recreation)
Comic-Con Masquerade Contestant: Liz Gotauco
Costume Description: I built the wig and dress from scratch, using second-hand materials to contribute to Sally’s “Ragdoll” persona. I used scraps from tablecloths, pajamas and clothes, upholstery samples, and even the yarn was sourced second hand. I dyed some scraps to achieve the right colors, aiming for the palette used in the movie rather than the merchandising. I used puffy paint to create the spiral pattern of the bodice. I hand-stitched the black yarn details. I purchased two pairs of tights but modified one to wear as a top. I did my own makeup using a mix of theater makeup and fashion makeup.
Bio: I’m a librarian, singer, and cosplayer from Rhode Island. I work with teens in a lovely public library where we get to host comics and fandom events. I sing in cover bands and local cabarets, currently fronting a pop/dance band. And I’ve enjoyed cons such as RI Comic Con, Leaky Con Boston, and NYCC. During RI’s shelter-in-place, I made unconventional Disney cosplays using only the supplies I had in my apartment. You can see those and more of my work on Instagram and Facebook.
My cat’s name is Louis.
Outdoor photos are by Jade Gotauco, 2018. All other photos and videos are by me, 2020. Music is “Circus of Fear” by Open Wave (courtesy of the PowerDirector app).
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