After putting on the wig and this outfit, my first impression was that the costume's level of detail far exceeded expectations. Featuring a color scheme dominated by white, blue, and purple, a lot of thought went into the blue gem and bow on the chest. This bow is not only the visual center, but its material is also very solid, unlike typical cosplay costumes that sag easily. The double-bun hairstyle atop the head paired with the pink-and-white gradient wig, plus the teardrop gem on the forehead, firmly established the character's gentle yet slightly playful persona.
Many people joke about the "180-pull ornamental fish" when pulling in the gacha, but only when wearing the character yourself do you truly appreciate the design details. This dress features a layered design, with delicate white lace edging on the outer layer and purple gradient sheer mesh on the inner layer, creating a light and flowing drape when lifting the skirt hem. The long purple ribbons at the bottom have a fantastic sense of fluid movement when walking or running. The purple trim on the edges of the white leg guards, paired with matching blue bows, echoes the upper body nicely. For this shoot, going barefoot with this white, blue, and purple dress instead created a cozy or poolside relaxing vibe, forming a wonderfully subtle connection with the nickname "ornamental fish."
To capture the character's unique demeanor, I paid special attention to angles when taking mirror selfies. The seated postures in Photo 1 and Photo 2 nicely display the spread-out skirt and leg lines, while the standing photo holding up the skirt better showcases the overall outfit silhouette. Because the shooting environment was simple—white walls and wooden floors—the overall lighting relied primarily on natural light and a few light setups I assembled myself. Fortunately, the white fabric provided great light reflection, which, combined with slight post-production brightening, perfectly showcased the soft, translucent texture of the clothes for this Anime style selfie.
The main difficulty of this cosplay lay in wig styling and accessory fixation. Since the wig is long with intricate braiding and buns, and the headpiece is quite heavy, it required a very secure placement on the head. Additionally, I paid special attention to the position of the blue gem on the forehead, as even a tiny misalignment would alter the character's spirit. For this character, the makeup shouldn't be too heavy; it needs to build on a natural base while slightly enhancing vitality to maintain a clean, clear visual feel, aligning with her gentle yet firm personality.
Creating this work for the Genshin Impact Creator Incentive Program was both pressure-inducing and highly motivating. The pressure came from wanting to recreate the Kokomi in everyone's hearts as faithfully as possible—not just outfit fidelity, but also capturing the overall atmosphere. Lately, I've been studying character-related movements and expressions to make the final photos look more natural and fitting. If you are also considering cosplaying this character, I'd recommend focusing on anti-wrinkle care for the skirt and detailed grooming of the wig; mastering these two steps will significantly elevate your final photo quality.
Because this outfit has rich layering, a long skirt hem, and wide leg accessories, the photoshoot tested spatial room quite a bit. Though indoors with limited space, setting up the tripod at various angles allowed me to record both front and back details as thoroughly as possible. Doing cosplay doesn't always require grand scenes; placing a character in everyday backdrops can sometimes spark a unique visual magic.
For Kokomi, I've always felt she possesses a quiet, inner strength, and the process of doing this Ornamental fish cosplay felt like completing a piece of artwork during a peaceful stretch of time. From fabric selection and customization to final fitting, though the process was tedious, looking into the mirror wearing it made me feel as if I had truly transformed into Teyvat's gentle combat medic for a brief moment. Doing what I love and documenting the results is the best reward in itself.