Cosplaying isn’t just for Halloween, and with more and more events and communities popping up that encourage cosplay, the hobby is becoming ever more popular throughout the year. But what should you do if you’re cosplaying during the cold winter months? One of the best ways to keep warm and stay cozy is to use a cosplay cape or cloak to keep your extremities from freezing. The Life of the Party in Fort Collins, Colorado is proud to be your source for high-quality capes and cloaks, so keep reading to learn more about cosplay opportunities using these cozy accessories or how to add one to an existing costume.
Caped Heroes
Dressing as a hero from a comic book, show, or movie is a great way to embody a personality you love, but spandex isn’t exactly an insulating material. Keep yourself warm by wearing an outfit that includes a cape! There are many popular caped heroes, from Batman, Raven, Superman, and Batgirl in the DC universe to Thor, Moon Knight, Doctor Strange, and Scarlet Witch in the Marvel universe. Of course, there are many more heroes in other media with capes, so do some research to find one that you love and stay warm while in your winter cosplay!
Dramatic Period Piece Cloaks
If you’re less interested in dressing as a hero and would prefer to fall back in time instead, there are many different cloaks that are appropriate for period-piece costumes. If you’re attending an outdoor Renaissance festival in the winter, you can choose a fur-lined cape that’s perfect for the occasion! Or, if you’d prefer a fancier, more civilized look for an event like a masquerade ball, try a Victorian Cloak with lace detail and velvet to keep you nice and toasty. Other time period costumes that feature cloaks or capes include Regency-era characters (think Jane Austen characters), pre-revolution French outfits (like nobles in the court of Marie Antoinette), and even a Rockabilly look using coat/cloak combinations like this Waistcoat.
Fantasy Dwellers
Escaping into a land of fantasy is often a goal for many cosplayers, and if that’s your goal, a cape or a cloak may already be part of your cosplay costume! Whether you’re dressed as a woodland elf with the Elven Cloak or you’re gearing up to become your favorite halfling with a classical versatile cape, The Life of the Party has the fantasy accessories you’re looking for! Other fantasy characters, like those who live in cold northern regions, those who are magic users, and those who are designed to be mysterious are also great choices because they usually already wear a particular type of cape or cloak as part of their signature looks.
Adding a Cape or Cloak to Your Cosplay
If you’ve already chosen or created a cosplay outfit for your event and need to add a cloak or a cape after the fact, that’s no problem, too! One of the most fun things about cosplay is the ability to customize your character and your look to express yourself and keep yourself comfortable, so adding a cape is always a viable option. If you’re concerned about whether the cape or cloak will fit with your costume, try adding accessories like belts, jewelry, or detailing to ensure that the piece fits with your character’s personality and look. Otherwise, you can also try a capelet or coque instead to keep your shoulders and neck warmer without obscuring too much of your cosplay.
Shop capes, cloaks, capelets, and everything else you’ll need for your cosplay at The Life of the Party! From SFX makeup to wigs to thermoplastics and more, we’ve got everything you need to create the cosplay of your dreams. Shop our selection in-store or online today!