Hetalia: Axis Powers: Honda Sakura

Hetalia: Axis Powers: Honda Sakura

If I had to take a guess, two characters come to mind: Suzumiya Haruhi from The Melancholy of Suzumiya Haruhi or Hirasawa Yui from K-On! It’s because her hair is similar to both characters, but the kimono reminds me Kinomoto Sakura from an episode in Card Captor Sakura.
What do you guys think? Maybe we should vote on it? Thanks again to Miguel for sending this!
EDIT: Thanks to Clauie for letting me know this is the female version of Japan from Hetalia: Axis Powers, also known as Honda Sakura!

The Melancholy of Suzumiya Haruhi: Nagato Yuki 07

The Melancholy of Suzumiya Haruhi: Nagato Yuki 07

After the "camo cricket" incident, Kyon realized that Yuki plays a "behind the scenes" role, making her one of Haruhi's puppeteers whose goals are to ensure Haruhi is fully satisfied and to make sure that order and balance are maintained. Yuki joined the SOS Brigade to monitor Haruhi and prevent her from feeling bored or disappointed because it is generally believed by the Data Overmind that such a drastic event could mean the end of the universe.
Such a heavy responsible for a cute girl, but one Yuki can handle flawlessly! Thanks again to Michelle for sending this in!

Kuroshitsuji II: Claude Faustus and Alois Trancy

Kuroshitsuji II: Claude Faustus and Alois Trancy

Just as Alois Trancy is the literary foil of Ciel Phantomhive, Claude Faustus also contrasts Sebastian Michaelis in order to highlight various features of Sebastian’s personality. Claude is more indifferent, hardly ever showing any emotion, and a perfectionist who has complete control over the other household servants. Unlike Sebastian, Claude never seems to attempt to stop Alois from doing anything unjust or inappropriate.
Welcome to the new Cosplay Holic, the Kuroshitsuji Edition! Please let me know if anything isn’t working properly, or if the colors are too bright, and I will do my best to adjust them accordingly! I just hope using pink and gray won’t drive the boys away from my site.
Featuring Neko16 as Claude Faustus and Juunana as Alois Trancy! Please pay them a visit in the deviant art accounts!

Vampire Knight: Kiryuu Ichiru

Vampire Knight: Kiryuu Ichiru

Zero's younger identical twin brother, Ichiru failed to become a Vampire Hunter due to his weak body and lack of hunter talents. He was believed to have been killed by the pure-blood vampire, Hio Shizuka, but he returned to Zero’s side 4 years later, revealing that he had willingly become Shizuka’s servant. She had given him her blood to cure his chronic illness in exchange for his loyalty, but she did not turn him into a vampire.
Amore’s twin, Artemisia makes a great Ichiru, much like how Amore makes an awesome Zero. Twins cosplaying twins; can’t go wrong there! Thanks again for allowing me to post this!

Bleach: Kurosaki Ichigo 03

Bleach: Kurosaki Ichigo 03

While training under Urahara Kisuke to become a Soul Reaper with his own powers, Kurosaki Ichigo partially becomes a hollow, the same evil spirit that he is fighting to protect people from. This leaves him with an insane inner hollow spirit that tries to take control of his body to fight. Within his inner world, the hollow mirrors Ichigo’s appearance, usually with pale white skin and hair, revealing black eyes with golden pupils.
Awesome cosplay by Coco-kun! The black and white photography is very effective in achieving the hollow world setting! Be sure to check out his deviant art gallery!

Touhou Project: Hakurei Reimu 05

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Did you know that two or more "Reimu"s may exist in the Touhou Universe?
Apparently, there are circumstantial evidences suggesting that the Reimu from the PC-98 games may have been the ancestor of the Reimu from the Windows games. Despite Kazami Yuuka and Alice Margatroid “knowing” Reimu, they seem to compare instead of recalling a memory. Also, a different looking Reimu engaged Yakumo Yukari in battle after setting up the border in the Touhou Kinema-Kan animations, along with the fact that Reimu’s family may have also known Yukari for a long time.
It’s unlikely, but a trivia like this is always fun to read! I don’t know Touhou enough to know where this outfit is from, and are those other Touhou characters in the background? Thanks again to 4chanatic for sending this in!

Vampire Knight: Yuki Cross and Kuran Kaname 02

Vampire Knight: Yuki Cross and Kuran Kaname 02

With the knowledge of her childhood friend, Kiryuu Zero becoming a vampire, Yuki Cross decided that she would allow him to drink her blood in order to keep him from falling into a Level E. Little did she know that the very same night, she would run into Kuran Kaname, the vampire who saved her when she was only 5-years-old. Although Yuki tried to hide Zero’s fang marks, it was later revealed by Kaname’s conversation with Yagari Toga that Kaname did know what had happened, but he did not push Yuki to tell him so because he was afraid that he would lose her.
Beautiful cosplay by Filipino cosplayers Amma and Circles Won’t Break! And while you check out their galleries, make sure you also check out Z3ll’s awesome work as a photographer! Thanks for allowing me to feature this!

Vampire Knight: Kuran Kaname and Yuki Cross

Vampire Knight: Kuran Kaname and Yuki Cross

One fateful night in Cross Academy, Yuki found Zero in the corridor, where he lost control and bit her, revealing that he had been turned into a vampire. Kaname, who happened to be meeting with Kaien at the time, was alarmed at the scent of Yuki’s blood and hurried to the scene. Furious with what had occurred, he approached Zero, but when Yuki tried to come between them, she collapsed. In a cruel manner, Kaname told Zero that he had sucked so much blood from Yuki that she could barely stand, before carrying her away to tend her bite marks.
It’s either that, or this is the scene after Kaname asked Yuki to be his lover, and their first lunch together ended with her collapsing from the hallucinations of her lost memories. Wonderful cosplay by Gust James and Satiko-hime, nonetheless!

Kira Kira Pop Princess: Gaby

Kira Kira Pop Princess: Gaby

If this is a Vocaloid of an UTAUloid character- I can’t keep up with these cosplayers and their character choices! As you can see, we are almost up to 100 Unknowns, but more than 70% have been identified thanks to you, my readers!
Better still, with more that 1000 cosplay features on Cosplay Holic, we have been able to link 30% of what would have been lost photos back to their respective owners! I never would have imagined this was possible and the cosplayers are very happy to have been identified and credited!
Thank you, dear readers, for all your support! I will keep doing my best in keeping this site alive and kicking!
EDIT: Thanks to Hamtarofan01 for letting me know this is Gaby from the game "Kira Kira Pop Princess"!

Final Fantasy Versus XIII: Stella Nox Fleuret

Final Fantasy Versus XIII: Stella Nox Fleuret

Said to be the daughter of the Fleuret Family from the country of Tenebrae, Stella Nox Fleuret is an enemy to Noctis Lucis Caelum, although her allegiances are unclear. She is ladylike and polite but is direct in her manner, acting according to her beliefs. Her weapon of choice is a rapier which she can summon from a golden rune similar to Noctis and his sword.
Breath-taking cosplay by ~RinoaMao! Fans of Final Fantasy Versus XIII might recall this very similar screenshot from the game. Great work by photographers Saikit and Henry and stylist Maria. Thanks to the cosplayer for this awesome contribution!

Final Fantasy VII: Reno

Final Fantasy VII: Reno

Cocky, cynical, and lazy, Reno is a highly skilled and prominent member of Turks, ranking directly below Tseng. Reno is rivals with Cloud Strife, but helped him out when Elena and Yuffie were kidnapped by Don Corneo. Soon after this incident, Reno received orders to find Cloud, but he decides not to fight on the pretext of being off duty.
Awesome Reno by Ithan Slade ~mad-englishman! I really love the red hair on this cosplay. Thanks to Kevin for sending this in!

Final Fantasy: White Mage

Final Fantasy: White Mage

The White Mage is a special job class in the Final Fantasy game series which is featured in several installments. Although they are physically weak, they have a broad array of healing and defensive magic spells. The White Mage is a peaceful healer among the Warriors of Light.
Ashley Gosiengfiao is the cosplayer behind this beautiful White Mage. Simple, yet very elegant. Thanks to Jei for sending this in!

Final Fantasy VII Advent Children: Kadaj and Yazoo

Final Fantasy VII Advent Children: Kadaj and Yazoo

Two of the three Remnants of Sephiroth, Kadaj and Yazoo are the main antagonists of Advent Children along with their brother, Loz. Kadaj is a highly skilled warrior and the leader of the group, while Yazoo, despite being a potent fighter is not as strong and agile as Loz. Kadaj is the only one who is aware of the existence and plans of Sephiroth and Jenova.
Impressive cosplay! Too bad Loz isn’t with them, but they’ve cosplayed Kadaj and Yazoo very well! Thanks again to Karen for sending this in!

Final Fantasy VII: Sephiroth and Jenova

Final Fantasy VII: Sephiroth and Jenova

One the best and most powerful member of the elite warriors of Shinra, Sephiroth is well known for his skills during the war. Unfortunately, when he was sent on a mission to the village of Nibelheim, he discovered that he was only a product of a biological experiment using Jenova cells. This drove Sephiroth to insanity, burning down the entire village and killing several civilians. He was assumed dead after his confrontation with Cloud Strife, but reappears 4 years after the incident and kills Shinra's president in the process.
Beautiful cosplay! And as Phoenix, the contributor, said "unique because it actually showed Sephiroth and Jenova". Wish I had more pictures of this cosplayer! Thanks for sharing this!

The Twelve Kingdoms: Renrin

The Twelve Kingdoms: Renrin

I had to skip last week's Unknown Cosplay Section because I didn't have any more unknowns until today.
I found this photo in my old hard drive. I didn't even know I still had cosplay photos in there! This is quite possibly very old already, so anyone's guess with who this girl is cosplaying is as good as mine.
Yes, I have absolutely no idea who the character is, so feel free to discuss this over at the comments section!
Also, we have the final results in Cosplay Holic's Poll! 168 votes total in only 30 days! You guys are amazing! Thanks for taking the time to vote! The winning vote is for me to update twice a day with 42%, and the runner up is the regular update of once a day at 36%!
I honestly don't know if I have enough cosplays from you guys to maintain a twice a day update, but I promise I will work very hard to reach this goal! For now, though, I may need to stick to once a day. That twice a day option was suppose to be a joke, but I guess the joke's on me now!
Thanks again to everyone who voted and especially to those who send me cosplay photos! Until the next update!
EDIT: Thanks to Reichan for commenting this character is Renrin also known as Ren Taiho from the series "The Twelve Kingdoms"!

Ouran High School Host Club: Kurakano Momoka

Ouran High School Host Club: Kurakano Momoka

The Vice-President of Class 1-A, Momoka conducts meetings with the Class President, Soga Kazukiyo, who actually has feelings for her but is too shy to say anything. She is a classmate of Haruhi and the Hitachiin twins, and is a frequent client of Haruhi’s in the Host Club. She enjoys thrills and adventure which is the exact opposite of Kazukiyo.
Cute cosplay! I had a hard time trying to figure out who she was in the series, but I got it eventually! Thanks to Rue for sending this in!

Rozen Maiden: Hinaichigo 02

Rozen Maiden: Hinaichigo 02

In the manga, Odille Fosset took Hinaichigo from Jun Sakurada when she revealed a ring that appeared to be from Hinaichigo. Although Jun assures Hinaichigo that she could stay with whomever she wishes, she unconsciously decides to go with Odille. It is later revealed that Odille is the granddaughter of Corinne, Hinaichigo's previous owner.
Cute cosplay! I love the frills on her costume, and she has a ring too! Thanks to Galimar for sending this in!

Metroid Prime: Samus Aran 02

Metroid Prime: Samus Aran 02

As a child, Samus spent most of her time with her family in the mining planet known as K-2L. Unfortunately, the planet was raided by Space Pirates looking for bounty and killed most of the people in the colony. This included Samus' parents, who were killed by the Space Pirate's leader, Ridley. The planet was eventually destroyed, and the orphaned Samus was left to fend for herself. Incidentally, she was found by the bird-like alien race known as the Chozo and was taken to their home planet Zebes where she trained to become a warrior and seek her revenge.
Beautifully detailed Samus from Sweden's Uppcon 2008! I'm actually wondering if she's Jenni Källberg, the same Samus cosplayer I featured in 2007. Thanks again to Vea for the Uppcon photos!

Bleach: Urahara Kisuke 02

Bleach: Urahara Kisuke 02

With a tendency to drive away his customers at the Urahara Shop, former Captain of the 12th Division Urahara Kisuke is a keen analyst and an avid inventor. He has the ability to discern his opponents’ weaknesses and attack patterns with ease. He trained Kurosaki Ichigo and some of his friends in the store’s cave-like basement, and was able to pass on some of his analytical skills to Ichigo.
I suppose this is what Urahara would look like if he had a similar fate to Neliel. Too adorable! Thanks to Robin for sending this in!

Kingdom Hearts II: Rikku

Kingdom Hearts II: Rikku

A miniature version of her original Final Fantasy X-2 design, Rikku appears in Kingdom Hearts II as a little fairy. She retains most her characteristics in the new game; ditzy, good-natured, and a treasure fanatic like her teammates. Her attire is slightly modified, but retains its FF X-2 feel.
So cute! If only there was a bigger photo of this available. Thanks to Hanna for sending this in!

Granado Espada: Leticia

Granado Espada: Leticia

Very little is known about the Premium Item Merchant, Leticia, but players of Granado Espada know her very well. She sells in-game items that cost real money, so you can bet players think about her all the time, especially when they’re deciding whether or not to make a purchase.
I think it would be safe to say she’s from a family of merchants though? Or a family who is into the business.
Cute cosplay! I love her dress, but I wonder what she’s looking at? Thanks to Renae for sending this in!

Vampire Knight: Kuran Kaname 10

Vampire Knight: Kuran Kaname 10

Revealed to be the first ancestor of the Kuran Family, Kaname was awakened from his slumber at the sacrifice of his descendents’, Haruka and Juuri’s, child. Rido murdered the baby, who ironically had the same name, with the intent of devouring their ancestor to strengthen his own powers.

Kaname was able to stop Rido’s plans temporarily, but was too badly injured and starved after several years of sleep that he knew he could go berserk at any moment. Kaname then chose to fall into Haruka and Juuri’s mercy and turn himself into a baby, a form that would not need a lot of blood in order to survive, and put his own memories to sleep so that it would not get in the way.
The second character to reach 10 different cosplay features in Cosplay Holic! I didn’t know this series was so popular, specifically this character as there have been a lot of fan bashing lately. Thanks to Blood Red Princess for sending this in!
EDIT: Thanks to anon for crediting Rainer Tachibana as the cosplayer!

Bleach: Luppi

Bleach: Luppi

Promoted to the 6th Espada when Grimmjow Jaegerjaquez lost his arm, Luppi is an arrogant Arrancar who boasts constantly in battle. He is known for saying “Sorry!” in a sarcastic manner after insulting someone and tends to note the odds against his enemies out loud. He and Ichimaru Gin appear to be in good terms, as Gin mentions he is lonely after Luppi’s death in the hands of Grimmjow.
Beautiful cosplay! I remember Luppi being quite androgynous, but I think this cosplayer’s definitely a girl. Thanks to Galimar for sending this in!

School Rumble: Harima Kenji

School Rumble: Harima Kenji

An ex-delinquent who still retains some aspects of his former persona, Harima Kenji often got into fights in the beginning of the series. He had a crush on Tsukamoto Tenma, only to find out that she was in love with Karasuma Oji. He began drawing manga as a means of escape from heartbreak and gets an honorable mention in an amateur manga contest.
Impressive cosplay from Uppcon 2008! This cosplayer really has Harima's look down, even with the pose! Thanks again to Vea for sending these in!

Final Fantasy X-2: Yuna 06

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Costume designer for Final Fantasy X-2, Tsukamoto Tetsu states that the radical design changes for Yuna from Final Fantasy X to Final Fantasy X-2 reflect a huge cultural change. Because Yuna, Rikku, and Paine now lives in a more care-free world, the designers wanted them to be able to dress up. Scriptwriter Nojima Kazushige added that Yuna's new outfit was a "natural reaction to the heavy stuff she wore in FFX".
Beautiful cosplay! I love how the cosplayer looks as if she has a secret that she's not about to tell. Thanks again to Linda for her contributions!

Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories: Axel

Kingdom Hearts: Chain of Memories: Axel

Known as "the Flurry of Dancing Flames", Axel is in charge of the Assassin Nobodies and is entrusted to deal with Organization traitors. He wishes to achieve his own ideal of immortality by having everyone he comes in contact with remember him. He was called Lea when he was his original self and was friends with Isa before he became Saïx.
Awesome Axel cosplay! I wonder how the cosplayer got the wig (or their own hair) to stand up like that? Thanks to Rie for sending this in!

Kingdom Hearts: Kairi 02

Kingdom Hearts: Kairi 02

Originally a resident of Radient Garden, Kairi encountered Aqua and Mickey at the young age of five. This was because the light in her heart made her a target of the Unversed. She was sent to Destiny Island some time later when Xehanort performed a gruesome experiment; he forced all six apprentices of Ansem the Wise to rip their hearts out which caused them to be invaded by darkness.
Cosplayer *Shiya is the cosplayer and designer of this unique version of Kairi. She has named it "Broken love Halloween Kairi" and Muze is her photographer. Thanks to Dahanna for sending this in!

Avatar: The Last Airbender: Aang

Avatar: The Last Airbender: Aang

The current incarnation of the spirit of the planet manifested in human form, Aang is known as the Avatar who is tasked to keep the Four Nations Fire, Water, Wind, and Earth at peace. As he is taught by the Air Nomads, Aang wishes to avoid fighting as much as possible. He develops a complex network of friends extending over all four nations during his journey to complete his task.
Cosplayer Eri is the girl behind this cosplay of Aang. Yes, she is a girl, and she wrote that she is wearing a bald cap for this cosplay. Pretty awesome don't you think? Thanks again for sharing this with us, Eri!

Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII: Zack Fair

Crisis Core: Final Fantasy VII: Zack Fair

Protagonist to the prequel of Final Fantasy VII, Zack Fair is a 2nd Class SOLDIER who worked as a subordinate under his close friend and mentor, Angeal Hewley. He was one of the people assigned to accompany Sephiroth and two grunts, one of which being Cloud Strife, on a mission of Nibelheim to find the cause of a Mako reactor malfunction. He was the original owner of Cloud’s trademark weapon, the Buster Sword.
Very impressive looking Zack and with a detailed Buster Sword! Though I’m a little bit puzzled by the shoes, but that’s a minor detail. Thanks to Karen for sending this in!

Soul Eater: Death the Kid

Soul Eater: Death the Kid

Son of Shinigami and Meister of the Thompson sisters, Death the Kid has a severe obsessive-compulsive disorder for symmetry. He breaks down upon seeing anything that is unbalanced even by the slightest measurement, sometimes to the point of vomiting blood and collapsing. He chose to wield the Thompson sisters as twin guns to preserve his personal symmetry.
Photographer Bethany contributed this photo from Melbourne Anime Festival 2009! I’m actually quite interested to know what the cosplayer did to paint the white stripes on his hair. I hope the cosplayer will eventually find my blog one day so that we’ll know! Thanks again, Bethany!

Slam Dunk: Rukawa Kaede

Slam Dunk: Rukawa Kaede

Attractive, skilled, but often considered to be cold, Rukawa Kaede is the Super-Rookie of Shohoku High School’s Basketball Team. Even though he is only a first-year high school player, he has the height, athleticism, and drive that makes him the undisputed ace of the team. He plays Small Forward, and when he’s not playing on the court, he is often seen sleeping; even when riding his bicycle.
I didn’t think anyone would have a cosplay photo from this series! It’s one of the classics that changed a lot of people’s perspective to Japanese animation. Thanks to Fumiki for sending this in!

OS-Tan: Windows ME 02

OS-Tan: Windows ME 02

While Windows ME is a very hard worker, she often fails in anything she tries to do, resulting in system crashes that require the user to execute the dreaded “Ctrl+Alt+Del”. Whenever she isn’t frozen or out of control, she tends to do things that lack common sense such as defending herself by swinging a leek. The leek was added to her design as a pun; there is a firewall program called “NEGiES” is pronounced “Negi” which can mean “leek” in Japanese.
Cute Windows ME cosplayer! I’ve always used Windows 2000 before jumping to XP for my operating system I never got to experience these system crashes… not that I’d ever want to! Thanks to Rie for sending these in!

Street Fighter II: The World Warrior: Chun-Li

Street Fighter II: The World Warrior: Chun-Li

An ordinary girl who lost her father to Shadaloo, Chun-Li entered Street Fighter II's tournament in order to seek its founder and Shadaloo's Leader, M. Bison. Her Mandarin name is 春 meaning “Spring” and 麗 meaning “Beautiful”. These characters were chosen for her as she is a “single, young girl filled with the beauty of Spring”. Once she had achieved her revenge, she was given the choice to continue her work as a police officer or to return to her life as an ordinary girl.
Beautiful Chun-Li! Those spike bracelets of hers look very heavy… I hope she didn’t have a hard time carrying them around. Thanks again to Fumiki for sending this!

Katekyo Hitman Reborn!: Rokudo Mukuro, Chrome Dokuro, Hibari Kyoya, and Dino Chiavarone

Katekyo Hitman Reborn!: Rokudo Mukuro, Chrome Dokuro, Hibari Kyoya, and Dino Chiavarone

When the Varia, Vongola Assassin squad claimed the right for their boss Xanxus to be the true Vongola heir, they started a competition with Sawada Tsunayoshi in order to decide. To defeat the Varia, Reborn recruited  most of Tsuna’s schoolmates to become the Vongola guardians, including Hibari Kyoya, the deadly head prefect. They were later joined by Lambo and Chrome Dokuro, a girl who has a mental and physical link with the criminal, Rokudo Mokuro.
It’s pretty awesome to have cast mates when you cosplay at a huge convention like Japan’s Winter Comiket 2010. Thanks to Neil for sending this in!

Doraemon: Doraemon

Doraemon: Doraemon

A blue robotic cat from the 22nd century, Doraemon is manufactured on the 3rd of September 2112 bearing the code MS-903 at the Matsushiba Robot Factory. Doraemon is considered to be a substandard product because many of his robotic features malfunctioned after production. During his manufacture, he got struck by lightning and lost an important screw in his brain, affecting his performance in both studies and socializing.
Cute cosplay! I have to admit, I got pretty confused with who she was until Lily pointed out the bell around her neck. Thanks to Haley for sending this!

Doraemon: Dorami

Doraemon: Dorami

Doraemon’s little sister, Dorami became siblings with Doraemon because they drank out of each other’s oil cans. Dorami is more quick-witted and brighter because she drank the lower portion of the oil which contains more nutrients than the upper portion. She is manufactured on the 2nd of December 2114, 2 years after her brother was made.
So cute! I love how her apron pocket has the same pattern as the one on Dorami’s belly. Thanks again to Haley for sending this!

One Piece: Sanji 03

One Piece: Sanji 03

True to his chef nature, Sanji’s dream is to find the “All Blue”, a legendary sea containing every kind of fish in the world. He knows from first hand experience how it feels like to starve so he will never refuse anyone a meal. Sanji’s bounty has been set to 77,000,000 Berries.
Awesome cosplay from Winter Comiket 2010! And he even added the curly eyebrow Sanji’s known for! Thanks to Cassandra for sending this in!

Sailor Moon: Tuxedo Mask

Sailor Moon: Tuxedo Mask

“Tuxedo Mask” is a disguise Chiba Mamoru created for himself in order to hunt for the Silver Crystal incognito. He later used this persona to assist the Sailor Senshi in battle. It was revealed in the series that he takes the place of Sailor Earth, the only male Senshi in the group.
I didn’t know that about Tuxedo Mask. I knew he was from Earth, but I didn’t think of him much as a Senshi. Awesome cosplay by Twin Fools and photography by Miko Piko!

Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance: Makinami Mari Illustrious

Evangelion: 2.0 You Can (Not) Advance: Makinami Mari Illustrious

The pilot of the Provisional Evangelion Unit-05, very little is known about Mari, and her designation amongst the other Children has yet to be revealed. She has poor eyesight and is shown to have a difficult time locating her glasses when she dropped them from the collision with Ikari Shinji while parachuting. She also seems to have a fetish for LCL, as she appreciates Shiji's "smell of LCL".
Megane Complex sent this in and tells me this is another photo from Winter Comiket 2009 that I have yet to feature. Honestly, I wouldn't even know which anime she's from if it wasn't for the contributor. Thanks again for the email!

Fruits Basket: Honda Tohru and Souma Yuki

Fruits Basket: Honda Tohru and Souma Yuki

There is a distinct difference between the manga and the anime of Fruits Basket; the anime shows a romantic relationship between Yuki and Tohru while the manga shows Yuki realizing his love for Tohru was more of a longing for the love of a mother.
To be perfectly honest, I prefer this pairing than Kyo and Tohru. It just seemed so perfect. You can imagine my disappointment when the final few manga volumes were released, but I guess you can't always get what you want.
At least Cherokee sent me this cosplay right? Featuring *Kanasaiii as Tohru and ~solano1984 as Yuki. Thanks also to their photographer, ~BanditYinG for the wonderful job well done!

Touhou Project: Hakurei Reimu 02

Touhou Project: Hakurei Reimu 02

Often teased by fans because of the way she's dressed, Reimu's main abilities include flying in the sky, good intuition, and getting along with everyone, even those who were once her enemies. She is characterized in the games by her homing amulets and yin-yang orbs. She is also featured in the games wherein ZUN is involved, notably Seihou: Shuushou Gyoku as one of the Extra Bosses and in Graffiti Kingdom as "Flying Maiden".
Cute cosplayer from Winter Comiket 2009! It appears I have more in my inbox then I originally thought. Thanks to SnooPeas for the photo!

Hetalia: Axis Powers: Hungary and Liechtenstein

Hetalia: Axis Powers: Hungary and Liechtenstein

I suddenly feel like I'm so far behind on the latest anime trends that my readers are probably laughing at me with all these cosplays that I don't know about.
Forgiveness, please?
The girl in the red dress does remind me of Saber, and Saber has been seen wearing a red dress before, but I don't think that's really the case here, is it? I mean, if it is, then who's the girl behind her?
Anyone care to point me in the right direction..? Thanks to Jacob for sending this in!
EDIT: Thanks to Tara for letting me know this is Hungary and Liechtenstein from Hetalia: Axis Powers! Thanks also to Ame for emailing me the information!
I'm beginning to think I should check this anime out. This is the second cosplay from the series that I missed completely.

Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days: Demyx

Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days: Demyx

The Organization's reconnaissance who is also known as the "Melodious Nocturne", Demyx is a slacker who prefers to play "Arpeggio", his sitar, rather than go on missions. He loathes physical labor and admits that he is not much of a fighter. He does, however, have power over water and controls the Dancer Nobodies.
Impressive Demyx from Sweden's Uppcon 2009! I wonder if that huge sitar actually plays music? Vea has given a lot of links conventions in Sweden, so expect more soon! Thanks again, Vea!

Fushigi Yugi: Yuki Miaka 02

Fushigi Yugi: Yuki Miaka 02

Miaka is the series' protagonist who initially wanted to become Suzaku no Miko in order to use one of the wishes to ensure her entrance to the high school of her choice with her friend, Hongo Yui. As she began to gather the Celestial Warriors of Suzaku to summon the god, however, she falls in love with Tamahome, the first of the seven warriors she meets. She then begins to learn more about the world of the Book of the Four Gods, as well as her own world and her friendship with Yui.
Cosplayer Claire was first seen in this costume in the Philippine event known as "Cosmeet"! Mr. De la Cerna is the photographer behind this beautiful shot, and Tamy was the one who forwarded Claire's profile to me. Thanks a lot for sharing this!

Shugo Chara!: Tsukiyomi Ikuto and Hoshina Utau

Shugo Chara!: Tsukiyomi Ikuto and Hoshina Utau

Though using different family names, Utau is actually Ikuto's younger sister who became a singing idol. Utau initially tried to find the Embryo in order to release her brother from Easter, but never succeeded in doing so. She actually becomes very jealous of Hinamori Amu as Ikuto shows an interest in her, but eventually accepts and becomes friends with her, wishing only for the happiness of her brother.
Cosplayer Calssara is the girl behind Utau, and you may have remembered her as Dark Saber from Fate/Hollow Ataraxia. Makes you wonder who is the cosplayer with her... Thanks a lot for sharing this!

Naruto: Hyuga Hinata 02

Naruto: Hyuga Hinata 02

A member of Team 8 who suffers from a lack of self-confidence all throughout the series, Hyuga Hinata was disowned by her father at a young age because of her inability to stand up for herself. As a result, she was expelled from the Hyuga clan even though she is the eldest daughter of the clan's leader and its heiress. She begins training under her teacher and guardian, Yuhi Kurenai, to become a stronger person and prove her worth to her father.
Cute cosplay! Though I think like her brother Neji, her eyes are supposed to be white. A minor difference, in my opinion, as it is an unnatural color. Thanks to Ritchie for sending this in!

Super Street Fighter II: The New Challengers: Cammy

Super Street Fighter II: The New Challengers: Cammy

One of for "New Challengers" in the fourth Street Fighter II revision, Cammy is a teen-aged agent of Delta Force Red within Britain's MI6. The game had 2 different endings for her; the Japanese version depicts Cammy as a former agent of M. Bison's, but suffered amnesia during her last operation. In the American version of the game, however, she was revealed to be M. Bison's lover, who was also suffering amnesia.
Impressive cosplay! Though I don't recall seeing a white version of her costume. I only remember green and blue ones. In any case though, thanks to Illinoisiana for the photo!

Junjou Romantica: Kamijou Hiroki

Junjou Romantica: Kamijou Hiroki

A long time friend of Usami Akihiko's, Hiroki is an associate professor at the college Takahashi Misaki studies in. He may seem very intimidating because of his bad temper, especially to his students who call him "Demon Kamijou", but is actually quite shy and gets flustered easily. He is a bit of a loner, but is currently in a relationship with Kusama Nowaki.
A perfect tsundere character! And it looks like this may have been taken in the same place as Nowaki's shoot. Thanks to Hime-sama for sending this!

Monster Hunter: Blue Guild Guard Armor

Monster Hunter: Blue Guild Guard Armor

Ah, Comiket. Such a treasure trove of beautiful cosplays... I only wish I could identify all of you!
Here is a cute cosplayer from Winter Comiket 2009. From the looks of it, she could be a fighter from a game, and we all know how un-knowledgeable I am when it comes to games. I wonder if that stuff toy is significant to her identity? Or she could have just bought it at the event I guess.
Anyone have any guesses? Thanks to Tipsy for the photo!
EDIT: Thanks to anon for letting me know this is one of the armor sets from Monster Hunter!

Katekyo Hitman Reborn!: Miura Haru

Katekyo Hitman Reborn!: Miura Haru

An eccentric girl who has a tendency to jump to wild conclusions, Haru used to have a crush on Reborn, but changed her mind when she was saved from drowning by Tsuna. Despite her wild habits, she attends Midori Middle School, one of the most elite schools in the area. She also loves children and tends to be overprotective of them.
Cute cosplayer! She seems like a fun character altogether and I love how she did her hair! Thanks to Chloe for sending this in!