[Chisa Cosplay] Cat ears Maid outfit in Wuthering Waves: Swinging a Scythe and Eating Cake in a Dreamfall Wonderland

Finally sorted out this official set of Chisa cosplay in a Cat ears Maid outfit! When I first saw this design draft from Claw Box, I was instantly enamored. The classic black-and-white-and-red color scheme, paired with bell-adorned Cat ears and layered lace and ruffles, felt like a perfect match for a dark fairytale setting at first glance. The theme of this shoot is "Dreamfall Wonderland," featuring damaged white Roman pillars, translucent voile drapes, a black cross, and candlesticks on set to max out the atmosphere.

Talking about the outfit's texture, the black puff sleeves on the top are delicately spliced with white lace. The red bow at the neck and the metal chain across the chest add depth, while the black-and-red gradient skirt hem is super fluffy, creating a beautiful flare when spinning. The Cat ears headpiece can be bent into shape, adorned with small golden bells. Paired with long black straight hair with straight bangs and red contact lenses, I slightly emphasized the eye makeup depth with facial highlights to give my features a more 3D look.

The biggest test during this outdoor shoot was that giant scythe. Though it looks extremely cool, it carries considerable weight—especially for single-handed holds or side-swinging poses that demand strong wrist and core stability. For the pose in Photo 4 with one leg raised, I had to try several times to stabilize my center of gravity, holding a cake plate in one hand and a fork in the other while keeping a relaxed expression—a true balance test. Still, pairing white stockings with platform Mary Janes visually elongated leg proportions, making every bit of exhaustion feel totally worth it once I saw the final shots.

Combining two contrasting props like a scythe and cake was a fun little design the photographer and I agreed on. The clash between battle vibes and afternoon tea dessert allowed the character Chisa to retain a maid's elegance while adding a playful touch. We used high-brightness flashes during shooting to widen the contrast between black clothing and white voile drapery; dark shadows anchored the Gothic Lolita style without making it feel overly gloomy. In Photo 2's glance back, the skirt hem caught mid-air, a white-gloved hand held the plate next to a cold blade—exuding a mysterious, chilling glamour. Photo 3's seated pose reaching out was meant to simulate an inviting interaction, fingers extending with eyes meeting the camera. Post-processing kept color adjustments minimal to preserve natural skin texture without over-smoothing.

As for the hairstyle, I used a long, straight black wig with plenty of volume. I deliberately cut the bangs thicker, which looks super face-slimming with contact lenses. Red bows near the ears were arranged symmetrically, ensuring full accessory details were visible from both front and side profiles. The shoes are thick-heeled Mary Janes with a slight heel that offer great stability, bound with red ribbons on top that echo the overall color blocking nicely.

Before shooting this set, I was a bit worried if heavy gear would make movements stiff, but once hands-on, I found that as long as you warm up properly and break down pose sequences into small beats, shooting actually flows quite smoothly. After every pose, I immediately checked the screen to verify lighting and costume details—like whether white stockings snagged or the bowtie went crooked—which all needed timely adjustments on set. The continuous shoot took over two hours, switching between multiple positions on pillars, high stools, and sitting directly on the wooden floor, making full use of the space.

Finally, I picked a few of my personal favorites for the set, like the cover photo with one leg raised and the side-profile shot holding the scythe. The visual impact of black, red, and white under this cool-white lighting is truly exceptional. Gothic Lolita style has always been a personal favorite, and using Chisa's character setting to blend cuteness and coldness into a single look was a thoroughly enjoyable shoot experience.