Category: Anime

Inspiration: I always thought Sakura was a character I could pull off, and she wears such cute outfits! Also Catch You, Catch Me is my fave theme song for the series. This was given to me as a gift once my sewing machine was put into storage at the time (2005). Photos by Maboroshi of RisingSun.net. Costume Credits: Girl156 (who did such a lovely job!) Wig, Petticoat, Shoes, Stockings : Me

Favorite Aspect: I can really pull this character off, which is rather amazing considering my age. And the whole costume in general. And wow, the response I got as Sakura when I wore it to a con was greater than any other costume I've worn! I couldn't walk without being stopped for a picture, hugged, or people yelling out "SAKURA!" It was great, particularly when small girls came up to me! :D

Least Favorite Aspect: Nothing! In fact I want to cosplay her more now! I plan on doing a few more outfits in the future (it is mostly a matter of deciding which to make, considering how vast her wardrobe is, as any Sakura fan would know).

Easiest Task: I didn't make the dress, or anything that would be considered difficult...unless wig styling isn't something you'd call easy. But I have a knack for wigs, so it wasn't hard to get it into that style.

Hardest Task: If I decide to make the wings...then that, otherwise wig styling. But I discovered a secret to getting antennae to work that doesn't involve caulk and takes seconds to set in.

Awards:

Honorable Mention at Office Halloween Parade
First Place at Sakura Look-Alike Contest on CosplayLab (04-06)