[Hu Tao Cosplay] Genshin Impact: A Street Interpretation of Skateboard and Fan Design

Putting on this black-and-white sailor-collared midriff-baring top and securing the red plum blossom-shaped hair accessories and wig on both sides, I began recording this Genshin Impact Hu Tao Fan design cosplay photoshoot.

To fit this fan concept, the overall styling chose several elements distinct from the original character design. First was the wig: I selected a dark reddish-brown twintail style with very heavy front bangs almost covering the eyebrows, directing all visual focus toward the eyes to leave a memorable impression. The tips of the wig had a natural outward flick, falling on both sides of my shoulders to create a nice sense of layering. For the makeup, to suit the character, I specifically wore bright red contact lenses and blended pink blush over a large area under the eyes and cheekbones, creating a playful vibe with a touch of Anime-style fashion hyperbole.

The focus of the outfit lay in the collision of colors. A black crop top served as the base, topped with a white sailor-collar capelet featuring thin black piping along the edges and a large patch of red fabric stitched inside the neckline. This classic black, white, and red color scheme has a strong visual impact, perfectly capturing the character's core color palette. The gold metallic chain around the waist was one of the few heavy metal elements in the outfit, subtly brightening the frame and elevating the clothing texture. I also painted my fingernails with black nail polish, hoping to add a cool, stylish touch during selfies that aligns with the Fan design cosplay street style.

Another key prop featured in this share is the Skateboard. When conceptualizing the shoot, I wanted the Skateboard to be more than just a posing prop, but rather seamlessly integrated into the overall aesthetic. I specifically put a small white ghost sticker on the tail end of the black grip tape. The sticker features a squinting smile with red accents on its cheeks and mouth, looking exceedingly cute and full of personality. Against the solid black grip tape backdrop and four metallic screws, the white ghost sticker becomes a focal point, bringing a unique touch of fun. The board's texture feels very real, with the rough grain of the grip tape contrasting nicely against the smooth wooden edges.

The shooting environment was set in an everyday indoor space, with a background of broad light-colored wooden flooring and wooden doors, complemented by clutter and cardboard boxes in the corner. This casual, natural daily background actually better highlights the relaxed, everyday vibe of the fan design. Since I shot this set alone, I adopted a handheld high-angle first-person perspective. The advantage of this perspective is that the foreground nicely showcases the details of the wig and neckline while capturing the moment I made a "V" sign naturally.

During the actual shoot, the heavy bangs did obstruct my sight quite a bit, requiring me to tilt my head back frequently or brush them aside with my hand to see the lens clearly. However, I found this experience very interesting as it gave me a better understanding of the visual perspective of many anime characters. Compared to fully replicating a character's ornate outfit, trying a fan design infused with personal creativity felt much more relaxing and free. Combining the Skateboard elements with the cute ghost sticker stripped away some of the traditional seriousness of the character, introducing a laid-back feel. The overall preparation and shooting process went smoothly, making it a very fun character exploration experience for me.