[Cheshire Cat cosplay] Event photos from the Azur Lane Bilibili World Godox booth are here! The design of this costume captivated me at first sight: pale ice-blue satin spliced with a mandarin collar and sheer tulle, delicate gold embroidery at the chest and waist, paired with signature gray-silver hair and teal-green highlights, plus that wide-brim sun hat adorned with lace trim and ribbons. The entire look exudes elegance and classic playfulness. The Godox booth setup complemented this aesthetic wonderfully, with gilded frames, white porcelain planters, wheat stalks, and decorative birdcages providing a fantastic atmosphere for shooting.
The highly reflective flooring used during the shoot posed a real test for lighting technique in convention photography. However, thanks to the professional lighting gear provided at the Godox booth, the setup was spot-on. The soft light not only faithfully captured the satin texture and fluffy volume of the plush shawl, but also made my makeup and skin tone look remarkably clear and radiant. I wore cyan contact lenses to match the highlights at the hair ends, and the layered wig with forehead-grazing bangs framed my face into a petite silhouette. When seated at the booth, the two-piece design, over-the-knee white stockings, and black patent leather heels beautifully outlined my figure before the lens.
Cosplaying this look at a convention was both exhausting and thrilling. While the thick white plush shawl was an eye-catcher and kept me warm, posing and walking under the continuous heat of booth lights became noticeably stuffy. Yet for the sake of a flawless presentation, it was completely worth it. Portraying this Cheshire Cat required balancing feather-light visual elegance with the lavish heft of the outerwear. I took advantage of the mirror reflections on the glossy floor to capture shots with great visual extension—such as stretching my leg lines while seated and gently adjusting the hat brim with my hand—which, combined with the sheer gloves, kept the composition interactive without feeling stiff.
Many photography enthusiasts gathered at the Godox booth, making the atmosphere wonderfully lively. While interacting with everyone, many attendees recognized the character design, which made me feel that all the prep work on the costume and wig was truly rewarded. A huge part of this design's accuracy lies in color harmony—the cyan and silver-gray gradient paired with the ice-blue fabric looked exceptionally soft under flash photography. Standing in high heels all day is quite taxing, so I often opted for seated poses; this relieved fatigue while keeping my center of gravity stable for more relaxed, natural expressions. The lightweight, asymmetrical slit skirt formed a lovely visual contrast with the white stockings when seated, accentuating the multi-dimensional layering.
The schedule for this Bilibili World trip was quite packed, so I was thrilled to capture these photos at the Godox booth. The booth set featured not only ornate European decor but also an airy oil-painting-style backdrop that made skin tones look exceptionally clean and bright. During the shoot, I also realized a key tip for styling light-toned characters: keep the eye makeup subtle and instead focus on soft blush blending and glossy lip textures to preserve the character's sweet, breezy charm, which looks dreamily ethereal paired with cyan eyes. Of course, convention photos are meant not just to look pretty, but to capture the character's soul as faithfully as possible; I hope this portrayal offers fans a familiar and enchanting visual experience.
Even with large crowds and limited shooting space, standing on the booth in such an exquisite outfit was a joy in itself. This was my first time trying this look; managing the wig, balancing the accessories under that oversized hat, and fastening the gold-embroidered waist ornaments tested both patience and skill. But that's the magic of conventions—the on-site passion and recognition from fellow fans instantly melt away all fatigue. Shooting at the Godox booth was an incredibly professional and smooth experience. I hope to shoot more sets in similar styles in the future, fully capturing design nuances and unique fabric textures through the lens. Looking forward to seeing everyone at the next convention!