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Recommended cosplay costumes that will attract attention at the school cultural festival

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Choosing costumes is one of the best parts of a school festival!

To make the day special, we recommend trying outfits that are different from your usual style.

Here, we’ll introduce some fun cosplay ideas.

You can enjoy a wide variety of costumes, from popular anime characters to classic Halloween looks.

If you pick an anime with lots of characters, it’s also fun to split the roles with friends and cosplay as a group!

They’re perfect for various performances and dance stage outfits, too.

Let’s make it a school festival you’ll remember!

Recommended cosplay costumes to stand out at the school festival (11–20)

dress

To draw attention at the school festival, nothing matters more than glamour—so why not wear a dress, the very epitome of glamour? You could go with a wedding dress in a white palette, or create excitement with a lineup of colorful dresses.

The amount of layering in the fabric is also important; plan with a good balance between opulence and volume.

If you pay attention not only to the dress itself but also to the surrounding accessories, the dress’s splendor will be highlighted even more.

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Ensemble Stars

Ensemble Stars, which began as a smartphone game, is an idol-training game that has garnered attention for its various media mix expansions.

Because it’s especially popular among women, it’s often used as a theme for cosplay, frequently serving as a basis for cross-dressing into male characters.

Another key point is that the distinctive characters wear a wide range of outfits, so choosing which character in which costume to portray is where your sense of style really shows.

It’s also important to select outfits suited to the occasion—whether you prioritize glamorous designs or ease of movement.

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cheongsam (qipao)

Just by wearing a cheongsam, you can add a touch of glamour to any setting.

It’s not only the sexy vibe—it’s also the sense of dynamism it conveys that really matters.

Another hallmark is the wide variety of base colors and embellishments, so the process of finding a design you love can be fun in itself.

It could also be interesting to wear different colors with friends to express a sense of unity.

If you’re not comfortable wearing it on its own, I recommend throwing on a jacket or layering it with a kung fu outfit.

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Tokyo Revengers

How about using the outfits from the anime Tokyo Revengers, based on Ken Wakui’s manga, as a reference? Since it strongly features elements of yankee (delinquent) manga, the striking inclusion of tokkōfuku (special attack uniforms) and modified school uniforms stands out; incorporating these can convey not only flashiness but also strength and momentum.

Because styling can differ by character, it’s best to decide clearly which character you want to reference and aim to get close to that look.

Paying attention to details—like matching the character’s hairstyle or using tattoo stickers—will make it easier to convey the character accurately.

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Mario & Luigi

Costumes of Mario and Luigi—characters who are practically synonymous with Nintendo—will likely resonate across generations.

The outfit is simple: layer blue overalls over red and green clothing, and you’re set once you have the hats.

The key point is that it’s easy to prepare while still clearly conveying the characters.

Because Mario and Luigi are so strongly associated as a pair, wearing these costumes with someone you’re close to can also express the bond between you.

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Yor (SPY×FAMILY)

How about a costume inspired by Yor, the mother-role character from the manga SPY×FAMILY serialized on Shonen Jump+ by Tatsuya Endo? Including the hairstyle, the outfit is predominantly black, and the character exudes a gentle aura while also being strongly sexy.

The flared, cape-like skirt at the back and the high-heeled boots are particularly striking.

While the classic choice is her black, spy-like outfit, recreating some of her everyday clothes could offer a different kind of fun as well.

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Recommended cosplay outfits to stand out at the school cultural festival (21–30)

Pretty Cure

The original Pretty Cure generation seriously tried singing and dancing [*Cosplay Warning]

Pretty Cure

When you think of Pretty Cure, you might picture it as something loved by preschool and early elementary school girls, but like Sailor Moon, it’s also popular among adult women.

Some people may have dreamed since childhood of becoming those heroines, even just once.

So why not make that dream come true at your school’s culture festival? Big ribbons and frilly costumes can make your heart flutter even as an adult.

Put on a costume, sing and dance to Pretty Cure’s theme songs, and liven up your culture festival!

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