[ SECRET POST #089 ]

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⌈ Secret Post #089 ⌋

Warning: Some secrets are NOT worksafe.

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Secrets Left to Post: 01 pages, 20 secrets from Secret Submission Post #013.
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Next Secret Post: Tomorrow, Thursday, April 5th, 2007.
Current Secret Submission Post: Here.
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Comments

Re: 5.

[(Anonymous)]

I don't intend to sound mean, but I wish the people who are borderline morbidly obese (or over) wouldn't cosplay scantily clad characters. They're not doing themselves any favours, and I always feel embarrassed on their behalf thinking that they're going to be mocked for it. If you love cosplaying the character that much, I don't know, maybe try to diet and exercise for a few weeks before dressing up for any cons...

Same goes for anorexic-looking stick thin people. I really don't want to see your grossly prominent ribs and hipbones, it's truly just as bad as those morbidly obese people. Wear a bodysuit for padding or something. ;_;

Conclusion: There ARE ways to help you cosplay better, no matter your body/face type, if you're willing to put forth a bit of effort.

Re: 5.

[klytaemnestra.livejournal.com]

Exactly. People should choose a character that compliments them and if not do something to at least help them cosplay the character more convincingly. I don't care what your build is, just make an effort to do something well. All too often people who are ill suited to cosplay certain characters also skimp on effort.

I have a friend who should not crossplay because she does nothing to hide that she's a girl and doesn't care either. It goes for many aspects of cosplay outside of bodytype. While I'd never tell someone that they shouldn't cosplay a character unless I knew them and they asked me, I wish more people would put more effort into it. Some people put a lot of time and love into cosplay and it shows.

I'm very strict on my own cosplay, and while others are welcome to do what they want to, in order for me to have the most fun while cosplaying is to know that my effort paid off in the end.

Yes, it's for fun but I can't see what's so fun about later finding yourself being picked apart by a bunch of losers who just want to make fun of someone. It happens to even the best of cosplayers and while everyone tries to ignore it, it happens and it can sting.

Save yourself from these losers having a valid excuse and please take a little time to make an effort.

Re: 5.

[(Anonymous)]

I agree with most of this, but I still think cosplay should be about having fun. As long as you're not falling out of your costume (remember, indecent exposure is against the law in most countries!) there shouldn't be a problem.

Although if you ARE morbidly obese, for the sake of your health, you should attempt to lose weight. And if you're anorexic or have any other eating disorders/body dismorphia/whatev, seek help. :(