I’m DeLa Doll, and this is my blog! I’m a published writer, cosplayer, makeup artist, and freelance artist. Basically…I do a lot of artsy, creative things for both work and play. You can check out my writing portfolio page to see my work on other websites and publications, browse my blog for things I publish here, and poke around for cosplay tutorials, random musings, and other nerdy artistic things!
In October 2022, I entered a contest hosted by a company called Talenthouse in partnership with Peacock. It was a cosplay contest asking cosplayers to submit photos of themselves as characters inspired by shows...
2022 was… a lot. I experienced so many highs and lows at breakneck speeds that I’m surprised to have made it out of the year alive without severe whiplash injuries. It was the year...
How cosplay helped me regain my confidence. A tale of career struggles, creative triumphs, and being a huge nerd who loves to write and play dress up.
The Tea Youtuber, beauty guru, and owner of the lifestyle brand Forvr Mood is facing backlash for naming one of her company’s latest candles “Soro Soke” — a move many are calling this an...
**Warning, contains spoilers** Jordan Peele’s Nope is a fantastic spectacle about our obsession with spectacles. There’s a great cast, it’s a fresh take on aliens in film, and it’s all very well executed. I...
If you’re at all familiar with me and my work, you’ve probably already read my 2021 piece about Blerdcon’s 2021 cosplay contest controversy and why I have shied away from supporting the con. Now,...
*This review contains spoilers, so if you care about that sort of thing, go watch Stranger Things 4: Volume 2 and then come back. When I reviewed Stranger Things 4: Volume 1, I likened...
So before I get into this, let me just acknowledge that it has been a minute since I published anything here. I’ve been working consistently as a freelance journalist and am graduating next month,...
Hello, friends! I’m back with a fresh “Cosplay & Commentary” video featuring a new and improved format! This time around, I transform myself into a tribal vampire inspired by the character Katrina in the...
Warning: Spoilers ahead! Do not proceed if you are not caught up on episodes 1, 2, and 3 of Syfy’s Chucky tv series. Don Mancini’s Chucky tv series has recently generated a considerable amount...
As a longtime fan of vampire folklore, literature, and movies, it’s not lost on me that despite the massive quantity of vampire media out there, there’s still much to be desired as far as...
I’m not an impatient person in that I am reasonable about waiting for most things. I don’t lower the tip when my delivery driver is late with my Uber Eats order. It takes a...
In honor of “Dolloween”, here are some spooky movie recommendations… Terrifying tales of beautiful bloodsuckers have captured the imaginations of people around the world for centuries, so it makes sense that there’s an entire...
It’s time for a life and content update! A lot has happened over the last year and a half in regards to personal life, my content goals, and, you know, the global pandemic, so...
For those who don’t know, I launched a new weekly web series called “Cosplay & Commentary” on my YouTube Channel! The premise is exactly as it sounds: Once a week, I’m going to be...
A while back, I won a lovely set of Sailor Moon-themed makeup brushes in a cosplay makeup contest. They’re so cute I’m almost afraid to use them, but I know I will…eventually. As someone...
By now, most of us in the cosplay community have probably heard about the BlerdCon cosplay contest fiasco. I’m not surprised by it, but I’ll tell you why after a quick recap of events...
Sometimes when I post a new cosplay or makeup look, I’m met with comments like “Wow! This is insane! Why don’t you have more followers?!” I understand they always mean well, but it does...
Hello, lovely people! I’ve started uploading cosplay makeup tutorials again to YouTube, and my latest video features my Sukuna cosplay! If you’re unfamiliar with Sukuna, he’s one of several antagonists in the anime and...
In honor of both Black History Month (and also just because they’re really amazing), here are some stunning cosplays by amazing Black cosplayers! View this post on Instagram A post shared by SayoNay_Cosplay (@sayonay_cosplay)...
I’m breaking my self-imposed “don’t give opportunistic clout chasers attention on your blog” rule to share some thoughts and experiences concerning the sudden influx of newbie cosplayers (or individuals who get really angry if...
Recently, I wrote about how to identify bad brand deals as part of my “Free Tips & Tools for Content Creators” series. Keeping up with that theme, I’m back to tell you all about...
Recently, I had a very sketchy and unpleasant interaction with a brand that reached out to me via email. The exchange started off questionable at best, and quickly went downhill into “absolutely not” territory. Luckily,...
Fun fact: When I say “I’ll be back tomorrow with a new thing!” as I did at the end of the Wednesday Addams Dolloween Post, I really mean “2 – 3 business days.” Let’s...
If you read my last post, you probably saw me mention my personal cosplay and makeup challenge that I have dubbed “Dolloween” because, you know, “DeLa Doll” is my name and I just like...
The Inspiration This cosplay was created as a result of my love for cyberpunk aesthetics, my love of Demon Slayer, my desire to wear glittery, iridescent neon clothing, and of course, my love of...
Hello, beautiful readers! Happy Halloween (yes, October is Halloween. Don’t argue), and welcome to the first of many “creator spotlight” interviews. This time around, I reached out to artist & character designer, Saturn! I...
I love shiny things, spooky things, and cute little collectible things. I also love to make my own characters and designs, so it’s no surprise that I, a knick-knack, swag, and flair collector, am...
How to tackle the intimidating #31DaysofCosplay challenge in October without completely losing your shit.
Seriously. I should know better than anyone. After all, I am DeLa Doll. No, of course that’s not my given name, but it is the name I am known by online, and wherever the...
The recent protests sparked by the murders of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and countless others at the hands of law enforcement officers have dominated the news cycle and social media feeds. Recently, I’ve seen...
Part 2 of my “Free Tips & Tools for Content Creators” series! It’s all about how to set and track realistic goals as a cosplayer (or other content creator) who wants to grow their following or monetize their content on social media
Part 1 of my “Free Tips & Tools for Content Creators”, perfect for aspiring influencers, artists, cosplayers and anyone who wants to grow their social media following. This section covers how to recognize your strengths as a creator via reflection and free social media analytics tools!
Check out these talented Black cosplayers as 20 different characters of color! #29DaysofBlackCosplay
Last night, at 5:21pm EST, I was contacted via email by someone affiliated with the Mike Bloomberg presidential campaign. They wanted to pay me to create a video “to share [my] concerns on topics...
25 amazing Black Cosplayers to Check on Instagram! #29DaysofBlackCosplay
In honor of #29DaysofBlackCosplay and #BlackHistory Month, here are 50 Black Cosplayers You Should Be Following!
Character + Inspiration Character Name: Garnet Series: Steven Universe It’s February, which means it’s Black History Month! Obviously, I had to cosplay an iconic Black (Black coded? She’s got reddish-brown skin and a glorious...
In December 2019, Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba, won Funimation’s “Favorite Animation of the Decade” fan poll, despite having only coming out earlier that year (on April 6, 2019, to be exact). At that point,...
Recently, best-selling YA author Sarah Dessen, has been on the receiving end of backlash and criticism concerning what can only be described as abuse of her large platform and considerable influence. Dessen stumbled across...
There’s something hilariously obscene and nauseating about 31 year old multi-millionaire, YouTuber, and New York Times Best Selling Author, decked out in an $850 Balenciaga hoodie (having left his $1600 Gucci backpack back in the boardroom), curled up on the bathroom floor of a Jeffree Star Cosmetics facility, weeping about how he never truly got the wealth, recognition, and respect he deserved until the moment that Jeffree Star himself told him how much more money the two controversial internet personalities could make together.
DeLa Doll’s cosplay transformation into Persephone from the WebToons comic “Lore Olympus”, complete with a full video tutorial and list of makeup products used to achieve the perfectly pink and floral look.
I reviewed of “Cyborg” themed cosplay contact lenses, courtesy of Uniqso! How do they stack up in terms of comfort and style? Find out in my review!
When you’re an artist or content creator, the ability to self critique is essential. It’s not enough to believe in yourself (although that is also essential); you have to also be real with yourself...
Hey, peeps! Here’s a simple post featuring the products used in my Ariel Makeup Tutorial. As you can see, I usedeasily accessible and affordable brands because you don’t have to spend a fortune to...
I recently cosplayed Himiko Toga from My Hero Academia based off this really awesome fanart by Iury Padilha. Before I began doing my makeup for this cosplay, I decided to record a video tutorial...
Cosplayer and Blogger DeLa Doll shares her thoughts on lewds and sexiness in cosplay, featuring several sensually silly cosplays from a variety of cosplayers!
The final season of Game of Thrones has started. We’re two episodes in, and since I don’t want to be the asshole who posts spoilers all over Facebook and Twitter, I will discuss them...
An unbelievably simple and affordable way to level up your cosplay pics by building a backdrop with basic materials!
Happy April Fools’ Day! If your social media newsfeeds have been flooded with pictures of your favorite cosplayers in Shy Guy or Shy Gal cosplays, you’ve been pranked! In an epic display of unity...
I’m doing some really cool shit right now guys, like mega cool. Wow. Check it out!
I’m that Tia Dalma you’ve been seeing around + Why it’s important to tag cosplayers like me when you repost their images. The power of an @ is pretty significant.
What is #28DaysofBlackCosplay, why does it exist, and who are some amazing Black Cosplayers you should be following?
If there’s one thing I love more than cosplay, it’s probably the best, worst movie ever made: Tommy Wiseau’s The Room. As I sit here looking up tutorials for a cosplay I should have...
I promised myself that I would ease into 2023 by using January to reflect on my goals while being gentle with myself. I’m pleased to say this was a great option because I’m ready...
In 2019, BLERDFEST!! hit the convention scene of New Orleans, Louisiana as a new and inclusive event that focused on the intersection of Blackness and nerdiness. According to the BLERDFEST! website, “BLERDFEST!!, NOLA’s first...
As the title suggests I don’t hate AI art tools. I don’t automatically hate all AI-generated art either. I don’t think it’s inherently evil or bad. This isn’t to say that I don’t share...
