![[Belle-imouto Cosplay] Zenless Zone Zero BW 2026 Venue, Reporting with My Self-Styled Summer Outfit - Image 1](/static/images/2026/07/65ae311a000000000d03d4ac_6a51a750000000001003d217_1.webp)
The very first task of opening BW 2026 was to head over and check in with this self-styled Belle-imouto look from Zenless Zone Zero. To maintain a crisp and fresh state inside the exhibition halls, I repeatedly organized the accessories and wig for a long time, finally taking this final look photo in front of the mirror before entering the venue.
Regarding the selection of materials for this outfit, the core idea was to satisfy the comfort of roaming the convention all day. For the top, I chose a white off-the-shoulder piece covered in a colorful star pattern, which beautifully fits the fresh aura of the original game character. The hem of the garment features a subtle waist-skimming design that contours the waistline, revealing the abdominal lines without feeling tight. Paired with an orange-and-white criss-cross plaid pleated miniskirt, it presents a highly vibrant summer atmosphere. This anime convention outfit actually heavily tests structure; the plaid miniskirt comes with built-in anti-exposure lining, allowing me to squat, sit, and move around freely in the halls without feeling restricted just because the skirt is short.
In terms of accessory selection, the green wavy necklace is the crowning touch, neutralizing the looser feel of the top while adding a splash of playful color to the overall outfit. The orange long strip earrings, along with the yellow hairpins and dark glasses on top of my head, were actually finalized after multiple rounds of trial wear. This is exactly where the advantage of self-styling lies—it retains the necessary elements of the original setting while allowing for subtle adjustments based on actual conditions. It preserves the character's recognition without becoming a burden during high-intensity, physically exhausting occasions like a convention.
As for the hairstyle, the deep purple short wig echoes the star elements of the top beautifully. When prepping the wig before the convention, I paid special attention to the layering of the bangs and the curvature of the sidelocks, ensuring it wouldn't block my sight when wearing glasses while retaining a visual fluffiness and lightness. Personally, I value the sturdiness of a wig immensely, so I secured many invisible bobby pins before entering the venue to prevent the hairstyle from getting messy in the crowded crowd.
The convention atmosphere itself tends to be quite noisy, so this kind of self-styled outfit that leans towards casual cosplay but carries character traits is actually perfect for moving around in open venues. It isn't prone to sweating or stuffiness like certain large-scale cosplay costumes, nor does it cause an inability to raise one's arms due to excessive gear. Packing light with just a phone and entry credentials offers a much better convention experience.
Before entering the hall, I first took a few simple photos in the hotel room as a record, treating it as a little ritual before stepping into the 2D world. Because the room lighting leaned warm, the white top looked exceptionally clean in the frame. The single-handed V-sign photo served to control the selfie angle while fully showcasing the visual proportion of this outfit on my body. The off-the-shoulder design intuitively displays the neckline and shoulder lines, while the pleated edge of the short skirt lands exactly at the most slender height of the legs, presenting an overall relaxed yet energetic state.
Overall, this check-in for BW 2026 has officially kicked off, and this outfit can be considered to have found a sweet spot between comfort and character accuracy. Once I formally enter the venue, I am bound to run into many fellow fans, and I am highly looking forward to everyone's evaluation of my self-styled outfit. Usually, going to a convention easily falls into the trap of over-encumbering oneself with heavy gear or letting the look remain superficial, but today's combination made me realize that sometimes, doing subtraction wins you more comfortable space. A naturally displayed state will look much more vivid than a forced pose, which counts as part of my insights after participating in conventions multiple times.
As for being able to smoothly arrive on-site this time, my heart is genuinely quite fulfilled. Being able to experience activities on a platform like BW 2026 while wearing clothes I meticulously prepared is in itself a very authentic happiness. I hope that in the remaining time, I can thoroughly soak in this joy exclusive to the anime atmosphere in this large-scale gathering of fellow enthusiasts, truly integrating the fun of the convention into my own experience.