The leotard is handmade from two layers of swimsuit lining. The skirt and collar detach with snaps. The choker, collar, and skirt are all made from Jewel Blue Casa Crepe, which has a lovely drape to it. The collar’s stripes are 3 rows of ribbon carefully sewn on. The skirt is actually a large circle skirt pleated at the top and the top and bottom shaped properly. The hiproll is stuffed with piping filler. The newer bows have been made from a cotton with two layers of heavy interfacing for stiffness. The newer brooch is made from a clear plastic sphere painted with stained glass spray paint, while the gold setting is sculpted from Paperclay. The chest armor is simply 3mm craft foam sheets and closes in the back with Velcro. The bootcovers are built from blue and white PVC vinyl around a pump shoe. The newest tiara is made from a foam sheet, 3-D fabric paint, Rub ‘n buff, and a resin cast gem. It is worn under the wig with elastic. I have been through 5 wigs with this costume! All but the last began as a white or platinum blonde wig and was dyed. Luckily, wigs can easily be bought in that color now. The most recentone is from Epic Cosplay, and I truly love it. I made my own transformation bracelet with foam, paint, and rhinestones, but have since bought an official one as well.

At Anime Los Angeles 2011, I was joined by Fuu as Sailor Mars. Isn’t she gorgeous? Gidget and Fae make an amazing Sailor Moon and Beryl as well! We had lots of fun together in those outfits, and it’s how I first met them!

Photos by SkyPirate, Jim3535, Eurobeat King