Cosplay Lab features tens of thousands of anime, manga, video game, J-Rock, sci-fi and fantasy costumes created by people just like you from all over the world. If you're new to cosplay, or are a seasoned cosplayer, Cosplay Lab is your one-stop shop for maintaining your entire costume collection, organize cosplay skits and photoshoots, meet other cosplayers, get info on upcoming anime conventions, and way more! Join for FREE and take your cosplay to new levels .
Comic Book, Original, Steampunk OH MY!
After ten years on the internets, we've final gotten round to making Comic Book, Original, and Steampunk categories to our costume database. DC and Marvel fans no longer have to resort to labeling their costumes as 'fantasy'. Rejoice people.
The Future of Kigurumi
It will be interesting to see when this technology finds its way into cosplay.
Cosplay Means Self Expression
What makes a "normal" person want to cosplay? “My husband thought I had gone insane,” Mikarin said with a gentle smile. “He freaked out, but I couldn’t believe how much fun it was. I was completely awoken.” continue reading at Rafu Shimpo
Peter Mander's Elite Costume
Some might argue that this isn't cosplay in the purest sense of the word, but we beg to differ. It certainly is an artistic passion taken to new levels and we love to see videos of great costumes being built from the ground up. via Kotaku
Ironman Enters Starfest Contest
What do you get when you mix a lifetime of superhero inspiration, $4,000, and one month of production time? Find out after the jump. via POPSCI
Cosplay Family of Steel
Danny and Heather Kelley are like any typical American married couple. They are raising a son and daughter, share like-minded interests, and enjoy the same activities. Their dark secret? They cosplay as their favorite super hero. Continue reading at SupermanHomepage
Premium Membership Features
One Dollar a Month for All This and More
We're grateful to the dozens of serious cosplayers who see the value the Lab offers and who contribute to keep it running. Your $12 upgraded membership subscribes you to these nifty features:
10% discount on all contact lens orders!
See how many times each of your costumes has been viewed by others.
Enhanced search page lets you sort results for easier use.
Schedule all of your costumes for future events by date and time.
Track all of your favorite Cosplay Lab members on a single page.
Pin point Lab members in other cities you plan to visit.
View the newest and recently updated costumes on one page.
50% savings when you advertise your site in the ProShop.
LightBox - see all full-size completed costume photos on one page for any cosplayer.
Every dollar donated goes to support cosplay here at the Lab. If you have more than 10 completed costumes in your collection, we know you're serious about this art and we thank you for your continued financial support. Yay cosplay!