FASHION TIPS FROM COMIC STRIPS

Hot Topic currently has a bunch of comic merch on sale right now - here’s my haul from this past weekend. I’m especially thrilled about the trompe-l’oeil Batgirl dress and the Super Best Friends Forever* shirt.

*RIP

haniemohd:

After drawing Wonder Woman in a dress, it’s only fitting that I draw one of Wonder Girl. (also I can’t seem to kick out the Wonder Woman/ Wonder Girl themes from my head yet! and would you want to wear this dress? I would totally wear this dress.)

Back to sifting through emails and work….graghh

edit: this works as a skirt and blouse ensemble. I meant to say that instead of dress, now why did I say dress? Darn this late hours and bad TV shows scrambling up my brain XD


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Truth be told, I think that I may actually love this redesign even more than Hanie’s Wonder Woman dress! The boatneck top is a lovely interpretation of Donna’s original boxy Wonder Girl tank top, while the full star-spangled skirt creates the perfect balance (and a flattering silhouette) for the entire look.

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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 community of costuming that exists today and cosplay communities such as Cosplay.com and the Superhero Costuming Forum. In honor of the many fans who’ve displayed excellence in the mastery of homemade disguise, craftsmanship, and sartorial superheroics, ComicsAlliance has created Best Cosplay Ever (This Week), a weekly collection of some of the most impeccable, creative, and clever costumes that we’ve discovered and assembled into our own super-showcase of pure fan-devoted talent.

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Spotted at H&M: metal wristbands in gold and silver, $9.95/pair.

At 2.75” wide, these wristbands are smaller than the standard Wonder Woman wristbands; however the scale and price of these bracelets allow us to channel our inner Amazon without looking too costume-y or breaking your budget. The metal bracelets are packed in pairs (perfect!), and are available in silver, gold, and a pale rose-toned silver.

Note: I haven’t done a proper bullet test, but considering the price, I think that I can safely assume that they’re not bulletproof.

Donna Troy, by patiencerose.

Not quite a redesign per se, but this is one of the few occasions where I actually covet Donna Troy’s original Wonder Girl costume, due to the slightest clothing and design modifications.

Donna Troy’s first appearance in The Brave and the Bold, vol. 1 #60

In patiencerose’s illustration, the boat neck is softer and less boxy, which allows the top to drape better for a more flattering fit. The high neckline and loose fit of the top is complemented by a pair of comfortable high-waisted bloomers, which creates a more balanced and youthful silhouette than her original pair of spandex hot-pants. Finally, the look is pulled together by her classic gladiator sandals and wristbands.

It goes to show even that the slightest modification in fit, necklines, hemlines, coordinating, and draping can instantly revive and update your favorite pieces/outfits, as well as articles of clothing that just seem to fit a little off. You’ll be looking like a wonder in no time!