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Wondercon Day 2-Korra

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IMG_1845 IMG_1834 copy IMG_1836 IMG_1840 IMG_1850 IMG_1853 IMG_1859 IMG_1871 IMG_1887 IMG_1899 IMG_1900 IMG_1915 IMG_1919 IMG_1930 IMG_1938 IMG_1960 IMG_1818 copy IMG_1828IMG_1961 IMG_1964 IMG_1984 IMG_1986 IMG_1990 IMG_2010 IMG_2018 IMG_2021 IMG_2031 IMG_2034What a whirlwind! I can't believe Wondercon was only a week ago! It feels so much longer!

This was my first time attending Wondercon and what a blast! I bought a 3 day pass, but ended up only going 2 days. Which I think is a perfect amount of time because the first day I got to walk around, visit a few panels and see other cosplayers. On the second day I just walked around and relaxed, had my picture taken and just enjoyed the atmosphere (pictures of the second day coming soon).

My first day there, which was technically Day 2, I cosplayed as Korra from the Legend of Korra, but a battle/armored Korra. This was my own design of the character. I imagined what she would wear if the battle with Kuvira had continued in Season 4. When I did my makeup the goal was that when I closed my eyes it looked like I was in Avatar state, don't know if I succeeded (you are the judge). This was also my first time working with eva foam and making armor. While making the armor was difficult, it was doable (thanks to all the tutorials online) and I was even able to put my own design on the back of Raava (which I imagined Korra would take up as her symbol in battle). The hardest part was actually figuring out how to attach everything to myself. This was definitely a learning moment. Next time, I know that I have to buy straps and buckles and all that good stuff. In addition, Next time I am definitely wearing a wig. While it's nice to have my own hair because it looks more natural, it is a pain. Since my hair is naturally curly and dyed a light color I had to straighten and spray it with temporary color which means frizz. Ugh, the bottom of my hair was large by the end of the day. Lesson learned.

Beside that, I had a blast as Korra. I talked to other Korra fans (even met an Asami, Korrasami OTP) and other cosplayers, which I love to do. I have very few people in my life that I can nerd out with, so conventions like this are what I wait for all year (plus I love cosplaying now!).

I loved Day 2, and Day 3 was even crazier. Stay tuned! TTFN, ta ta for now.

Lauren

P.S. I would like to thank my awesome friend for taking these pictures!

Fight Like a Girl

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IMG_1491IMG_1417 IMG_1420 IMG_1432IMG_1434 IMG_1440 IMG_1480 IMG_1485 IMG_1494 IMG_1499 IMG_1506 IMG_1531 Shirt: Look Human, Shorts: H&M (old), Shoes: Target, Purse: H&M, Earrings: Urban Outfitters

Before I start talking about my outfit, let me take a second to say, Never let anyone tell you girls can't/shouldn't fight. Or that girls shouldn't have muscles. Girls, you can be/do whatever you want, and if you want muscles go pump some iron! I do, and have started kickboxing (which I love). I love having muscles (even if they are itty bitty), and would love them to continue to get bigger (but sometimes I'm so lazy). Don't be constrained by society's version of feminitiy!

Ok, sorry I'm done ranting. So, when my sister was in town we went out on the town with her and a friend and took a bunch of random pictures. I love this tank I got from Lookhuman.com. If you are every looking for an awesome tank, or something a little cheeky, this is the place to go! Of course, when I was younger I loved Sailor Moon, and still do. But funny enough, when I was young I loved Sailor Venus, and as I got older I started to like Sailor Jupiter more. I think I was attracted to her strenght and "takes no shit" attitude.

Anyway, it was fun hanging out with my sister and even got to have some awesome apple pie tarts and this awesome place called Layer Cake. You should definitely go if you are in the area, it has delicious food and awesome decor. Well, see you sson. TTFN, ta ta for now.

Lauren

The Marvel Experience (Included She-Hulk!)

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This past weekend, my friend and I took the perilous journey to San Diego and visited "The Marvel Experience" in Del Mar. And what a goddamn treat it was. I did not really know what to expect given I heard about it at Kamikaze and all they said it was, "interactive domes that take you into the Marvel universe", pretty vague right? Anyways, when we got there sure enough there were three giant domes. Before we could enter the domes we had to register as S.H.I.E.L.D agents, which was fun (my name was Lauren Asimov, in honor of Isacc Asimov). Once inside you are told you are in training to become a S.H.I.E.L.D operative. The first dome is more informational with cool gadgets and little games. The second dome is the cool dome, where you get to do more interactive games. My favorite games were flying the IronMan suit, smashing enemy robots like the Hulk, and getting through a maze of lazers like Black Widow (I did pretty well on the Black Widow game, while my friend dominated at the Hulk game). After the fun dome, you go into a 3-D dome and watch characters like Iron Fist and She-Hulk fight Hydra and other enemies (and can I just take a second and say how amazing it was to see She-Hulk included, I mean her comic is being cancelled this month, which is a shame, but to see her stand next to the guys as the second female on the team was truly amazing!). You finally end with a great motion 3-D experience (think Star Tours at Disneyland). When I left the final dome, I was so excited because all I could think was that this was prototype for a Marvel Land in one of the Disney Parks in the future. Granted, I will probably be much older once they open, but I will still be one of the first ones in line.

After this exciting adventure, my friend and I took a drive into La Jolla, and were promptly greeted my a huge sweeping of marine layer blocking out the blazing sun that had been there only 10 minutes before. So instead of dipping my feet in the ocean like I wanted, I was resigned to walk around La Jolla, eating good food, and ending my night with ice cream (at the cutest ice cream shop in existence!). I also finally bought Madewell black pumps which I actually have been telling myself I would do for months, finally took the plunge and did it. Phew! This was a long post! TTFN, ta ta for now.

Lauren

P.S. Be warned that if you decide to go to the Marvel Experience, the lines get longer as the day goes by. My friend and I arrived at 11:30am and it wasn't that crowded but by the time we were out of the domes the line to get in had expanded greatly.

 

Shenanigans in LA

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IMG_0775 IMG_0692 IMG_0693 IMG_0698 IMG_0705 IMG_0776 IMG_0768 IMG_0732 IMG_0730Shirt: Vintage, Skirt: Nordstrom's Rack, Shoes: Target, Hat: Urban Outfitters, Purse: Kate Spade, Necklace : Flea Market Ah yes, another flea market adventure. But this time I decided to wander around LA for a bit afterwards. Lots of fun adventures were had, including: finding old military jackets, eating ice cream, and seeing movies. The ice cream might have been my favorite part. I finally went to Salt & Straw, and boy, it was worth the hype (I was so excited to eat it, I didn't even get a good picture to post, sorry). I like less conventional ice cream flavors, so salted ice cream with a caramel swirl, is my cup of tea. God, I love LA, so many different things to do and see (only sucky part is that you have drive every where). Well, until then TTFN, ta ta for now.

Lauren

P.S. Yes, I hurt my ankle (from last week) and have to wear a wrap/brace for two weeks or so. Sigh, being not-graceful is painful.