Costume armor (EVA foam)

Durable, often historically inspired costume made for live action role-play, prioritising freedom of movement, washability, and comfort over screen-accurate detail or fragile materials.

Practice of constructing and wearing costumes that recreate characters from anime, comics, games, and film, often combining sewing, foam work, and prop-making.

Process of drafting or adapting patterns for fantasy, sci-fi, or stylised character costumes, often exaggerating proportions or silhouettes beyond conventional garment fit.

Costume-making practice that researches original garments, patterns, and construction methods from a specific historical period to recreate them as accurately as materials allow.

Costume construction approach using hidden closures such as hook-and-loop tape, snaps, or breakaway seams to allow a performer to change garments rapidly offstage or mid-scene.