Xianghua (Soul Calibur 3) by (the) befu

Cosplayer (the) befu > Costume of Xianghua (Soul Calibur 3)

Most Recent Photo: 02-27-2014
Series: Soul Calibur 3
Character: Xianghua
Special Variation:: Alternate Costume
Year Completed:: 2013
Construction Difficulty:: Difficult
Awards: Glutton for Punishment Award (ACEN), 1st Runner Up Performance (ACEN), Judge's Choice: Best Attention to Detail (Geek.Kon), Judges Choice Group Walk-On (Anime Milwaukee)
Costume worn at:: Anime Central 2013; Anime Milwaukee 2014; Geek.Kon 2013

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Construction Details:: The shoe covers are handsewn on, as well as the rope on them. The lotuses have wire in the petals to help them keep shape. The top/jumper/sleeves were all drafted from scratch. Socks are from Sock Dreams.
Personal Thoughts:: OHGODTHISCOSTUME. It ranks up there with Touga with giving me the most trouble as humanly possible. Also, lots of stab wounds. I bled at least 4 times for this costume. After wearing it once, I know what to change/fix for the next go around.

Styling Notes: Wefted in extra hair at the temples to be able to pull it back in a half ponytail. First attempt stubbing to put a bun cover on...from there it was a downhill mess. But I made it work the best I could.