MeVersus » A-KON http://meversus.com Who are you up against? Sat, 28 Aug 2010 05:49:12 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 A-KON everything I expected, and not too much more. http://meversus.com/2009/06/a-kon-everything-i-expected-and-not-too-much-more/ http://meversus.com/2009/06/a-kon-everything-i-expected-and-not-too-much-more/#comments Tue, 02 Jun 2009 00:37:12 +0000 citymistress http://meversus.com/?p=1078

MeVs had a chance to stop by A-KON this weekend and it was quite a sight! With the help of Charles (aka Wonder Chicken), one of the security heads, I was able to maneuver through the maze of the Sheraton. Apparently, the hotel was not equipped to handle the growing crowd. Attendees leaked over to the Westin: makeup, blood, sweat and all. After hours of aimless wandering, trying to spot the best costumes, and being vaguely interested in what sellers had to offer, I begin to question what was left to do. I was told I had to wait for the shows in the evening. I’m sure I would’ve thoroughly enjoyed that, but then what was the first eight hours or so of the convention for? A fellow cosplayer answered, “I come to see the interesting costumes, be with people that have the same interests as me, and make friends.” Of course. I can respect that.

Following is the best of the costumes I was able to capture:

anbu deathnote2 deaththekid_makaalbarn group hatake_passes kakashi2 kakashi_hatake kitsune lolita lolita_kakashi lolita_pink monster mushroom original original2 original3 redwolf_strelok unknown sittingaround bridge akon ]]> http://meversus.com/2009/06/a-kon-everything-i-expected-and-not-too-much-more/feed/ 1 To the darkness with thee! http://meversus.com/2009/05/to-the-darkness-with-thee/ http://meversus.com/2009/05/to-the-darkness-with-thee/#comments Sat, 23 May 2009 22:16:48 +0000 citymistress http://meversus.com/?p=1001

It has been decided. I am going to A-KON as Vampire Princess Miyu. It’s a classic character, and the costume was extremely easy to make.

The supplies cost about $26 and a rainy trip to Hancock Fabric. I used mainly fleece for the white robe and red inner lining for comfort purposes. I considered using cotton, but nothing can compare to the softness of fleece against your skin for the same look. For the pink sash, I opted for a chiffon to achieve a subtle and feminine touch.

The infamous black bow was the most difficult to pull off. I was hoping a thicker satin would suffice, but unfortunately, my bow fell over limply and sad. I had to resort to hanger wires to prop them up. It adds some weight, but the effect will pay off.

I’m very excited about my costume and hope to see many of you out there!

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A-KON is happening at the Sheraton Hotel in Dallas May 29-31 anime freaks, video-game addicts, and cosplayers everywhere! Some pertinent information is as follows:

Pricing: Weekend Pass: $55 | Friday/Saturday: $35 | Sunday: $20 | Children 6-12: $15 for the weekend

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And if MeVs is going to attend, we’re going to have to go all decked out. Problem is, who to go as? Suggestions?

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