Asuna Yuuki

This is a fully handmade costume, created throughout late 2014 and debuted in early 2015. I competed in this costume at Anime Matsuri 2015, earning a judge’s award from GSTQ Fashions.

Source: Sword Art Online
Debuted: April 2015
Awards: Judge’s Award by GSTQ Fashions
Collaborators: Lambent Light by Loveshina Cosplay

Making Of

The main part of the costume is constructed from white vinyl, with a removable skirt for easy travel and storage. The red straps, sheath, belts, shoe armor and breastplate are all made from vegetable tanned leather. The skirt is made of cotton sateen with ribbon trim.

All parts of this costume were patterned, prepared, and assembled by me. I used metallic spandex for the red trim and emblems to add a little shine. The armor pieces snap onto the exterior of the costume for easy wear and mobility.