[Chien Wu cosplay] Azur Lane Armored Cruiser CNT-68 Night Photoshoot

I'm quite satisfied with how the makeup and wig turned out this time, especially the red eyeliner wings combined with the dark straight short hair with blunt bangs, which creates a cool and slightly mysterious vibe. The outfit is a Modern Cheongsam in a blue and red floral color scheme, made of jacquard fabric with subtle woven patterns that shine beautifully under sunlight or flash. The halter-neck design accents the shoulders and neck with a pearl necklace in front, while the back features a large cutout with thin black strappy ties. The straps need careful adjustment to avoid wardrobe malfunctions while keeping the back line sleek and elegant.

To match this outfit, I specifically paired it with a single thigh-high black stocking featuring black lace trim, along with patent leather high heels. This asymmetrical visual effect not only elongates the leg lines, but also complements the high slit of the modern cheongsam. Additionally, the two light pink long silk scarves in my hands are the essence of this look. The fabric is very light and hard to hold in a fixed shape manually, so it required great tacit understanding between the photographer and me during the shoot.

The location was chosen at the glass corridor outside the exhibition hall. The floor here is dark concrete, and the background consists of dark double glass doors. In this dim environment, the photographer used a strong direct flash, which effectively highlighted the costume's colors and skin texture while creating reflections and shadows on the glass, instantly maxing out the atmosphere. As you can see from the various poses in the photos—sitting on a stool with legs loosely crossed, kneeling on a plush rug, or standing tall while raising one leg to showcase body curves—capturing the natural arc of the flying scarves required dynamic snapshots with precise shutter timing. Photos 9 and 10 capture the exact moment the ribbons unfurl.

Although these are convention photos with occasional passersby or luggage around, the photographer controlled the composition and background blur exceptionally well, preventing the cluttered environment from distracting from the main subject. This slightly dramatic lighting technique highlights the character's personality even better than bright natural light. From getting the costume, trimming the wig, testing the makeup, to scouting the actual location, every step of coordination went into creating this satisfying set of photos. I hope these photos convey the character's calm, elegant, and slightly independent presence.