For the record, I’m aware that there is a cosplay thread buried somewhere, but it’s months old and I didn’t want to dig up an old thread for this. If a mod disagrees, they’re welcome to move this, if possible.
So I ordered some shoes for my cosplay and realized this week that they didn’t come close to fitting me. And yes, I read the size charts thoroughly. That said, I don’t know if I can trust online retailers for this sort of thing, even if they have stellar reviews.
I’m curious to know how you guys go about obtaining cosplay outfits and accessories so that I can have a better chance of success in the future. But don’t bother suggesting that I make my own; I lack the time, skill, and patience to even remotely consider that.
Hey, unfortunately amazon is my go to but it is very hit or miss. I do make my own stuff, but usually out of exsiting things. My shoes for my samuria is a pair of comfortable flip flops that i painted. Als when it comes to shoes, wear what is comfortable. No one is going to fault you for it when you spend the day walking around a con.
I’ve had similar issues with cosplay pieces not fitting right, even when I double-checked the size charts. One time, I ordered shoes for a character I was cosplaying, and they didn’t fit at all, despite having great reviews. I ended up getting a pair from this Cosplay Store I found online, Abracadabra NYC, and they were perfect! They had really detailed size info, and I was able to chat with their customer service to make sure I got the right fit. If you’re looking to avoid the stress of returns, I’d recommend reaching out to stores that offer good customer support and reviews before ordering.