Hawkeye nails, by xcalixax
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Hawkeye nails, by xcalixax
Smell Like The Man With Stan Lee Signature Cologne
One can only imagine the mixture of ingredients that went into Stan Lee’s new Signature Cologne. I’d suspect it includes hints of mustache, sunglasses, bombast, alliteration and a sprinkling of emotional strain with Jack Kirby. The 90-year-old Lee teamed with scentmaker JADS International, the same company that made last year’s series of Avengers colognes, to develop a fresh scent that actually includes “bergamot, ginger, white pepper, basil and violet, and features layers of cedar, vetiver and musk accords.”
Lee’s Pow! Entertainment took the fragrance to Wizard World Philadelphia and asked cosplayers to offer their opinions. Check out the video on ComicsAlliance!
EXCELSIOR!
Best Cosplay Ever (This Week) - 06.10.13
By Bethany Fong
Although cosplay has been present for decades within the comics, anime, and sci-fi/fantasy fandoms, social media has played an integral role in the thriving communities of costuming that exist, such as Cosplay.com and the Superhero Costuming Forum. Over the years, the cosplay community has evolved into a creative outlet for many fans to establish and showcase some impressive feats of homemade disguise, craftsmanship, and sartorial superheroics at conventions. In honor of the caped crusaders of the convention scene, ComicsAlliance has created Best Cosplay Ever (This Week), an ongoing collection of some of the most impeccable, creative, and clever costumes that we’ve discovered and assembled into a super-showcase of pure fan-devoted talent.Check out this week’s Best Cosplay Ever on ComicsAlliance!ABOVE: Stan Lee (with Stan Lee himself), cosplayed by Isabella Cracchiolo (source)
Just in time for beach trips, Romwe’s having a huge sale on their site right now (until June 15th), including these superhero bikinis.
Smash! Crop Top & Booty Shorts Combo, $48, by Haus of M
Haus of M is the new fashion line by cosplayers Roxanna Meta & Mia Ballistic (of Estrogen Force 3), with a primary focus on activewear for comic fans. This workout-ready interpretation of She-Hulk’s digs is a cute blend of costume, fashion, and athletic wear. This set is made to order and custom-tailored to your measurements.
Note: the crop top and booty shorts can also be purchased separately!
Best Cosplay Ever (This Week) - 06.03.13
By Bethany Fong
Although cosplay has been present for decades within the comics, anime, and sci-fi/fantasy fandoms, social media has played an integral role in the thriving communities of costuming that exist, such as Cosplay.com and the Superhero Costuming Forum. Over the years, the cosplay community has evolved into a creative outlet for many fans to establish and showcase some impressive feats of homemade disguise, craftsmanship, and sartorial superheroics at conventions. In honor of the caped crusaders of the convention scene, ComicsAlliance has created Best Cosplay Ever (This Week), an ongoing collection of some of the most impeccable, creative, and clever costumes that we’ve discovered and assembled into a super-showcase of pure fan-devoted talent.
ABOVE: Jubilee, cosplayed by Bea Benedicto, photographed Jason TablanteCheck out this week’s Best Cosplay Ever on ComicsAlliance!
Oh, how I’ve missed you.
Phoenix Allover Tank Tunic, $29, by WeLoveFine
But does it come in red/white?
Iron Man 3 Battle Damaged Mark VII iPhone 5 Case, available at Strapya World
In case you wanted your iPhone 5 to cosplay as Tony’s battle damaged torso?
Tutorial: Iron Man Inspired Look
By Jessiawesome
I fell in love with the champagne and burgundy paint job of Tony’s latest suit, Mark XLVII in Iron Man 3. The sleekness and beauty of that armor proves when you roll with Stark Industries, it’s class all the way.
How could I translate those beautiful colors into a wearable look?
Reds in cosmetics can often look costume-y and juvenile if not applied with a light touch, so I opted to go with cranberry (red’s refined cousin) for this look. Light brown calms and complements the red undertones and adds a nice bit of dimension to this evening smokey eye.
Cosmetics used in this look
Primer: Painterly (MAC)
Eyes: Retro-Speck (MAC), Amber Lights (MAC), Wedge (MAC), Cranberry (MAC), Velvet Plum (Bobbi Brown), Reflects Blackened Red (MAC), Honesty (MAC), Doll Lash Mascara (Lancôme)
Face: Warm Soul (MAC)
Lips: Creme D’Nude (MAC), Lipgloss 141 (Chanel)
Iron Man Leggings, by ROMWE