Clothing and Cosplay Archives

Happy Socks x Disney Collab Range, Image Happy Socks

Happy Socks Partners with Disney for New Retro Range

September 2, 2020September 1, 2020Sophie Brown

Disney has partnered with Happy Socks to produce a retro, 80s-themed range of socks starring Mickey, Minnie and the gang.

$Svaha Twirl Skirt \ Image: Svaha USA$

Svaha Apparel: Our Top 5 Picks For Geeky Holiday Wear

December 11, 2019December 10, 2019Dakster Sullivan

This holiday, attend your get-togethers in STEAM style with Svaha USA’s line of apparel.

Po-Zu's Star Wars Range Focuses Heavily on Rey-Inspired Designs, Image: Po-Zu

Get ‘Rise of Skywalker’ Ready with Po-Zu’s Latest ‘Star Wars’ Shoes

November 27, 2019November 26, 2019Sophie Brown

Take a look at the latest range of ‘Star Wars’ shoes from Po-Zu; ethically produced & screen accurate, they’re also incredibly comfortable.

Person in a stuffed Clifford suit sprawls on a small loveseat, one ear over an eye

I Was a Costumed Cartoon Character (and Lived to Tell About It)

November 5, 2019November 4, 2019Amy Weir

The adventures of a GeekMom in a specially-licensed-by-Scholastic Clifford the Big Red Dog suit, surrounded by small enthusiastic children.

Fan Fest at the Library!

September 19, 2019September 18, 2019Amy Weir4

Our local library tried to bring a big geek con experience to our relatively rural town, and I think we succeeded.

DIY kids cosplay cardboard hylian shield

Australia’s Kids Book Week: “Reading Is My Secret Power”

August 29, 2019August 28, 2019Evil Genius Mum2

Kids Book Week in any country is an opportunity for kids cosplay. With a nod to “Legend of Zelda” manga, EG Mum shows us how to make a Hylian Shield out of cardboard (and a few cups of coffee).

“Free Mom Hugs” at a Pride Festival Near You!

April 9, 2019April 8, 2019Rebecca Angel

Rebecca Angel has teamed up with other moms to bring love and acceptance to all kids no matter what their gender identity by wearing Free Mom Hugs t-shirts at Pride Festivals. Join them!

Left: toddler in a Viking Helmet. Right: 7yo in a Queen Elsa dress, wielding Thor's hammer

From Dress-Up Box to Cosplay Stash

October 19, 2018October 18, 2018Amy Weir

Reimagining an early-childhood make-believe dress-up box into a stash of raw materials for cosplay somehow gives it renewed appeal to an older child—and her mother.

photos of the author's daughter in Hamilton inspired clothes

It’s Costober, the Best Season for Everyday Cosplay

October 6, 2018October 5, 2018Anika Dane

It’s autumn in the northeast United States and our con season is winding down, but with Halloween around the corner, October is the best time to practice everyday cosplay!

Celebrating Lieutenant Uhura’s Style With Homemade Earrings

August 17, 2018August 17, 2018Lisa Tate

Nichelle Nichols is still greeting ‘Star Trek’ fans in her 80s. My DIY earrings celebrate the woman who first brought Lt. Uhura to life.

Cosplays of ConnectiCon 2018

July 17, 2018July 16, 2018Corrina Lawson2

The cosplay was out in full force at ConnectiCon, including some amazing costumes from the GeekMoms and their families. Check out Mister Rogers and friends, the Scoobies, Wonder Woman, an awesome Big Daddy, plus many more.

Funny Felt Hats to Make and Wear with a Red Rubber Nose

May 21, 2018May 21, 2018Lisa Tate

Red Nose Day is May 24 combining comedy with a good cause. Make sure you’re properly attired with some funny hats.

Luke Skywalker Boots by Po-Zu, Image: Po-Zu

Po-Zu Announces Skywalker Boot for #MayTheFourthBeWithYou

May 4, 2018May 4, 2018Sophie Brown1

Rejoice, Luke Skywalker cosplayers everywhere! To celebrate #MayTheFourthBeWithYou, shoe manufacturer Po-Zu have added a screen-accurate boot to their Star Wars collection, the Skywalker Boot.

Free Pi Day Shirt Designs

March 14, 2018March 14, 2018Ruth Suehle

Happy Pi Day! I’ve created SVGs for a few of the most popular Pi Day shirts that you can load into Silhouette Studio or Cricut Design Space to create your own.

Geek Links: Rainbow Brite, Unicorn, Mustache, and Jedi Onesies

February 16, 2018February 15, 2018Melissa Rininger

ThinkGeek is the number one store for fandom-themed apparel. However, the baby and toddler clothes are somewhat limited and often sold out. So what is a geek parent to do?