While it isn’t close to the size of Comic-Con, its little sister WonderCon continues to grow, and you can run into an almost limitless number of interesting costumed fans wherever you go.
Being an avid "Star Wars" fan, I had to include these cool costumed fans in this photo collection, as there never seems to be an end to the creative--and in many cases, orthodox--quality costumes put together by Star Wars buffs.
Along with the must-have characters of Darth Vader, Princess Leia and the cool looking Boushh, there were some interesting cross-character mashups, one included in the photos below.
WonderCon and "Star Wars" fans never cease to amaze in their quality and creativity.
Mashup Convention Cosplay
WonderCon 2009's Motley Costumed Crew
Trend Themes
1. Cosplay Trends - The growing popularity of cosplay at conventions presents an opportunity for innovative costume design and accessories.
2. Cross-character Mashups - The trend of creating unique costumes by combining elements from different fictional characters opens up possibilities for creative and original cosplay.
3. Fan-made Costumes - The rise of fan-made, high-quality costumes showcases the opportunity for custom cosplay products and services.
Industry Implications
1. Cosplay Costumes - The cosplay industry can cater to the demand for high-quality, custom-made costumes for fans looking to showcase their creativity.
2. Costume Accessories - The growing trend of elaborate cosplay costumes opens up a market for specialized accessories such as props, wigs, and makeup.
3. Cosplay Events and Conventions - The increasing popularity of cosplay at conventions creates opportunities to organize and monetize specialized cosplay events.