Preparing this formal set of Odette convention photos for C108 focused primarily on maximizing fidelity across costume, hair, and makeup. In Genshin Impact's lore, this ice-blue dress utilizes exquisite textiles: an outer layer of crisp, translucent gossamer paired with a subtle micro-glitter satin inner lining, revealing rich tiered layers only under strategic lighting. The white feathered shoulder ornaments presented a significant challenge, requiring careful blow-drying and styling spray beforehand to achieve a fluffy, lustrous finish. Securing the circlet and wig also demanded precision; anchoring them securely with heavy hairspray and clips put quite a strain on my scalp.
For makeup, the objective was an aloof yet translucent charm. A broad base of icy blue eyeshadow layered with shimmer was balanced by soft pink blush across the cheeks and nose tip, preventing the stark cold tones from looking rigid and injecting life into the character. On-site, the photographer set up a massive blue rim light to simulate glacial reflections, though a warm front fill was essential to keep skin tones from turning ashy. Even with strong indoor air conditioning, the heavy, multi-layered attire trapped heat easily, requiring blotting papers on standby.
Composition-wise, medium close-ups highlighted the neckline, collarbones, and fine sheer glove details. Sensuality here isn't about skin exposure, but rather a subtle torso twist, intertwined fingers, and expressive gaze. During post-processing, I drew color inspiration from Genshin Impact's cryo artifact sets for a pure, luminous sheen—boosting the blue channel, dropping overall exposure, and sharpening the glowing contours of background architecture to unify the cool palette. Preparation for C108 was intensely tight, demanding immense dedication from prop selection to final retouching. Every costume detail and light-shadow texture was designed to let fans feel the character's true soul. Though grueling, seeing the final frame made every drop of effort entirely worthwhile.