[C.C. cosplay] Code Geass: Lelouch of the Rebellion Qipao Look, A Glamorous Interpretation with Green Hair and Purple Dress

This time, I prepared a purple modified Qipao look, aiming to convey the languid and mysterious aura of the character C.C. through the visual language of the lens as much as possible. Having done many conventional looks in my previous works, I specifically chose this Qipao style that incorporates traditional Chinese elements this time, and it feels unexpectedly fitting for the character's own personality.

Let's start with the outfit itself. The purple fabric chosen this time features a delicate satin sheen, which reveals a premium velvet-like texture under the lights. A lot of effort went into the golden accessories on the collar and chest; they are not cheap plastic patches, but copper-colored metal with a certain weight, which looks more exquisite against the black and purple underpatterns. The cutout design around the waist and abdomen is one of the highlights of this garment, helping to enhance body proportions while adding a touch of subtle sexiness. The slit on the lower half is very high. For the sake of shooting convenience, I paired it with black lace-trimmed shorts underneath, which provides a sense of layering and prevents wardrobe malfunctions. Moreover, during certain leg-raising or sitting poses, the lace edge peeks out just right, adding a nice little detail.

The detached purple sleeves on the arms are also a design I really like. They cover the arms while leaving the shoulders bare, beautifully showcasing the shoulder and neck lines. Complemented by a strip of golden piping around the cuffs, the overall look avoids being too monotonous. For footwear, I chose a pair of black multi-strap pointed high heels. The surface of the shoes features starlight-like cutout patterns, creating a visual echo with the metal decorations on the top's collar, while making the overall lines look sharper.

Regarding the hairstyle, the iconic green bangs and the hair strands on both sides are absolute must-haves for reproduction. The wig was styled to be quite smooth this time, without a heavy accumulation at the hair ends, giving it a lighter feel. To match the makeup for the shoot, I chose earth tones and nude orange eyeshadows. Rather than using overly exaggerated colors, I emphasized the eye contours and wore light-colored contact lenses, making my gaze look more piercing.

During the photography session, I communicated a lot with the photographer. We didn't want the shoot to look too rigid or stiff, but instead wanted to capture the character's relaxed nonchalance—appearing detached from everything around her yet somehow in complete control. For the first shot, I chose to sit on a Chinese-style rosewood chair with my legs crossed, a posture perfect for showing off leg length and presence, while the red flower stand and the faux flowers on top enriched the colors of the frame. In the second shot, I leaned sideways against the flower stand, tilting my body slightly while running my hand through my hair, aiming for a stronger sense of dynamism. The third shot is a standing pose I really love, where I raise my hand and lift the skirt slightly to reveal the black undershorts and leg ring. Paired with a sharp gaze, it should convey a sense of fierce yet glamorous appeal.

In terms of lighting, we tried large-area uniform illumination from a softbox pointing downward, avoiding heavy shadows on the face to ensure a clean skin texture. Meanwhile, to highlight the texture of the purple dress, a bit of rim lighting was added from the side-back, giving it a silky, flowing look.

Embracing this Qipao look this time is actually an alternative interpretation of the character setting. In the original setup, this character often appears calm and unbothered, yet her inner world is highly complex. A piece like the Qipao inherently possesses an understated Eastern beauty, but its modified tailoring is very modern; the combination of the two happens to reflect this complex and fascinating trait. I hope this set of photos can offer everyone a different visual experience, as it stands as one of my most satisfying recent attempts regarding costume texture and photography coordination.