Staying organized on the go!! Unbeatable luggage packing skills can be yours!!!
We'll show you how to make the most of the space in your cart (and the least mess when you take it all out).
Choosing the right cart (a small roller-suitcase) will make any event a breeze!
Your wig, your costume, boots and your camera... Participating in a
cosplay event is enough to give anyone a packing headache! Some people
stuff their carts full to overflowing and some even need to pack a
second bag with their leftovers! If you use the tips introduced here, you too can master the art of the "no-fuss cart".
First you need to choose a cart.
Recommended Dimensions:
W41cm x H64cm X D27cm
Weight (unpacked):
8 kg
Once you`ve compacted all of your goods, a cart like this should work for just about anything. Most people pack all sorts of items for cosplay events, so costumes made from materials that fold down easily are ideal. Read on for what will fit (and how)!
W41cm x H64cm X D27cm
Weight (unpacked):
8 kg
Once you`ve compacted all of your goods, a cart like this should work for just about anything. Most people pack all sorts of items for cosplay events, so costumes made from materials that fold down easily are ideal. Read on for what will fit (and how)!
Your costume
If your costume creases or wrinkles easily, you can pack it in a hanger bag.
Wig
Your wig should be set before you leave. If the style is complicated, you should pack it in a shoe box or something else to protect it from being crushed.
Make-up Pouch
This should be one of your later additions ~ pack it after your costume and large items. It should fit in the spaces between other items.
Boots
Platforms and tall boots take up a ton of space. Keep this in mind when shoe-shopping. Don't buy anything you aren`t willing (or able) to carry!
Camera
Use your costume as a cushion. Wrap your camera carefully and then pack it on the top (so it doesn't get crushed).
Extras
Once your costume, shoes and props are packed, you can add anything else you might need.
Namecards
Put these in a card case or album before packing so they don't scatter all over your cart!
Color Contacts
Don't pack your contacts in their default containers. Move them to regular contact cases for easy application and access.
Four Points For an Uncluttered Cart
It's important to compact items for maximum space efficiency and ease-of-access. Here are our four best tips for a no-fuss cart.
Tip 1 - Make a Checklist
If your costume creases or wrinkles easily, you can pack it in a hanger bag.
Wig
Your wig should be set before you leave. If the style is complicated, you should pack it in a shoe box or something else to protect it from being crushed.
Make-up Pouch
This should be one of your later additions ~ pack it after your costume and large items. It should fit in the spaces between other items.
Boots
Platforms and tall boots take up a ton of space. Keep this in mind when shoe-shopping. Don't buy anything you aren`t willing (or able) to carry!
Camera
Use your costume as a cushion. Wrap your camera carefully and then pack it on the top (so it doesn't get crushed).
Extras
Once your costume, shoes and props are packed, you can add anything else you might need.
Namecards
Put these in a card case or album before packing so they don't scatter all over your cart!
Color Contacts
Don't pack your contacts in their default containers. Move them to regular contact cases for easy application and access.
Four Points For an Uncluttered Cart
It's important to compact items for maximum space efficiency and ease-of-access. Here are our four best tips for a no-fuss cart.
Tip 1 - Make a Checklist
You had everything before you left, but now that you've arrived,
something is missing! A total buzz kill, right? Well, to avoid that
scenario, make a checklist before you even start to pack. As you pack
each item, mark it off your list. That way you'll know everything is in
there.
Tip 2 - Start with the Big Stuff!
Tip 2 - Start with the Big Stuff!
Be careful not to crunch your stuff while packing! Big and difficult to
fit items should be the very first in your cart. Be careful to put
heavy items on the bottom too. That way they won't crush other items or
wrinkle your costume. If the big, heavy stuff goes in first, you`ll
have a much easier time arranging (and finding) the rest!
Tip 3 - Make the Most of Your Space
Tip 3 - Make the Most of Your Space
You often have more space than you'd think! Don't overlook the inside
of your boots, hats and any other pockets you may not think of right
away. These are perfect places to store costume elements and small
props! Any space you save is more space to organize. This little trick
is sure to cut down your clutter! Just be careful to roll your costume
items before stuffing them into small spaces, this will keep them from
wrinkling.
Tip 4 - Separate and Organize Your Items
Tip 4 - Separate and Organize Your Items
Organize your luggage! Separate your costumes by character and label
them clearly. Enclose small items like hair and safety pins in their
own pouches. Pack everything separately for easy access at the event
site and be sure to label them clearly to avoid panicked luggage
searches.
But Wait, There's More!
Stand-Out Tips
With all of our Layers having their say, it's no surprise that they had even more great ideas to share!
About Costumes
-fold suits and other easy-to-wrinkle items loosely in hanger bags
-when packing dresses, remove and fold down crinolin and other poofy items to pack separately. Packing them inside your dress will lead to problems with bulk and the most awkward wrinkles.
About Wigs
-zip up files sold at the 100 yen shop will fit most wigs (a semi-long should fit in a B5 size). These files give you some extra stability and are hard to crunch. Just write the character name or color in marker on the label and you have a great, cheap packing or storage tool!
About Props
-When making long props like fake weapons, use hollow, collapseable materials. Your props will be lighter and will disassemble to fit easily inside your cart.
Others
-Try packing costume pieces and other small items in laundry nets. Since you can see through them, you don't even need to write labels.
-Pack over-sized props, wings and weapons in a guitar case. It's easy to carry and difficult to break.
But Wait, There's More!
Stand-Out Tips
With all of our Layers having their say, it's no surprise that they had even more great ideas to share!
About Costumes
-fold suits and other easy-to-wrinkle items loosely in hanger bags
-when packing dresses, remove and fold down crinolin and other poofy items to pack separately. Packing them inside your dress will lead to problems with bulk and the most awkward wrinkles.
About Wigs
-zip up files sold at the 100 yen shop will fit most wigs (a semi-long should fit in a B5 size). These files give you some extra stability and are hard to crunch. Just write the character name or color in marker on the label and you have a great, cheap packing or storage tool!
About Props
-When making long props like fake weapons, use hollow, collapseable materials. Your props will be lighter and will disassemble to fit easily inside your cart.
Others
-Try packing costume pieces and other small items in laundry nets. Since you can see through them, you don't even need to write labels.
-Pack over-sized props, wings and weapons in a guitar case. It's easy to carry and difficult to break.
Credits to kiratsukai of cosplay.com for translating these stuffs.
No comments:
Post a Comment