Here's Some Inspiration For Your Next Cosplay Opportunity
Do you love cosplay? Of course you do. It's an opportunity to dress up and show off your fandom well into adulthood. Whether old-school staples like Batman and Superman, or the slightly more obscure Daredevil and Poison Ivy you're bound to spot at least a few at any convention anywhere in the world. Whether you're into projects entailing lots of body paint or prefer a low-maintenance costume that you can achieve by digging up something in your closet, there's a character out there for you. Here are the 20 most cosplayed comic book characters.
1. Harley Quinn
Cosplaying as Harley Quinn allows you to tap into your unhinged, playful side. Plus, it's an excuse to wear fishnet stockings and dig up your outfits from when you were a scene kid.
2. Spider-Man
Spider-Man never goes out of style. Just like we loved dressing up as him for Halloween when we were kids, we like to cosplay in a spidey suit as adults too.
3. Joker
Everyone's favorite villain is also everyone's favorite cosplay villain. Dressing up as Joker allows you to act a little more crazy than usual and tap into your evil side.
4. Batman
Batman is arguably the coolest of the superheroes. He's mysterious, brooding, and deep. Plus, dressing up as him gives you the chance to wear a cape.
5. Deadpool
Cosplaying as deadpool brings out your wisecracking jokester. What's more, you get to have your face hidden which lets you horse around anonymously.
6. Wonder Woman
Wonder Woman is everyone's favorite fierce female warrior. Cosplay as her and you'll instantly feel stronger, more agile, graceful, and wise.
7. Poison Ivy
Poison Ivy is a seductive and smart environmentalist. Her red hair and corset made of leaves is immediately recognizable and fun to cosplay.
8. Captain America
Captain America is the picture of integrity, bravery, and authority. Even if you don't have those qualities in your everyday life, cosplaying as Captain America might bring them out in you, at least while you're wearing those tights and holding that shield.
9. Catwoman
Catwoman is the most sensual of all the comic book heroes. What's more, the outfit of black spandex and cat ears is an easy one to replicate.
10. Black Widow
Black Widow is a smokin' hot, ferocious warrior with a wild history. Her outfit is a low-cut body suit with a utility belt, guns, and gadgets. With that character description, we can see why she's among the top ten most cosplayed characters.
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11. Superman
Superman is the quintessential image of loyalty, integrity, and courage. He's the classic comic book hero with an instantly recognizable uniform making him a fun one to cosplay.
12. Wolverine
Wolverine is the perfect choice for the lazy cosplayer. Just throw on a white tank, put some gel in your hair, attach some claws to your hands, put an angry expression on your face, and you're good to go.
13. Captain Marvel
Captain Marvel is an extraterrestrial warrior with a cool outfit. A force majeure, she has all the best powers including super strength, agility, stamina, and flight.
14. Daredevil
Daredevil is Marvel's most tragic character. His complicated past makes him somewhat of an antihero which is always intriguing to us comic book fans. His red body suit with devil horns makes for a cool aesthetic too.
15. Storm
Her cape, leather bodysuit, and striking white hair make Storm the coolest looking of the X-Men by far. What's more, she's also one of the most powerful, confident, and wise.
16. Mystique
Mystique is a fun project for the more committed cosplayers. Her blue reptile-like skin might be hard to pull off, but if you can do it, you'll be a head-turner.
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17. Iron Man
Iron Man is another cosplay option that's great for those who like projects. In addition to re-creating his iconic suit, you'll have to be ready with your witty remarks.
18. Thor
You might have to spend some time at the gym if you really want to pull off Thor. Aside from his crazy muscles, Thor sports a red cape, armor, his legendary hammer, and sometimes a winged helmet.
19. Rogue
Rogue's ability to absorb other people's powers and memories make her one of the most powerful and complex of all the X-Men. Her vulnerability makes her deeply relatable, which is perhaps why she's one of the most cosplayed characters out there.
20. Doctor Strange
Doctor Strange is the psychedelic hippie superhero, making him a popular cosplay choice for the more mature comic fan. However, the recent Marvel adaptation has given the character a resurgence in popularity among younger cosplayers as well.
