Cosplay Corner: Lexi Momo

Hey folks! It’s been a while since we’ve had a Cosplay Corner interview on the site but never fear! We’re rolling out this one with several new ones in the works. Enjoy Lexi Momo! BNP: Please tell us a little about yourself.  Lexi Momo: Hi! My name is Alexis but I go by Lexi (or Momo). I’m born and raised in New York and a full time Office Manager. I like to call myself a “magical girly girl” who’s into fashion, makeup, cosplay, a geek enthusiast, cat mama to one, and a child of God.

BNP: Are you a sailor moon fan or are you a SAILOR MOON FAN? Sailor Moon is responsible for inspiring one of your personal mantras–“Hope, faith, positivity” and your own OC: Sailor Hope, whom you cosplay as. Can you explain to us how this certain cosplay came to be?   LM: I’m a SAILORMOON FAN! I’ve loved it ever since first watching it in the 90’s. I love the new items they have now because I’m able to collect them since I didn’t have the privilege when I was younger. Princess Hope was created from the mashup of the Sailor Moon universe, wanting to expand the diversity, and further spreading the message of Sailor Moon, which to me is; don’t be afraid to fight for what you believe is right and just.

BNP:  ALSO-the fanart! There is LEVELS to this fangirling! Can you also give us the story of how you obtained the fanart and who the artist is? LM: Sure! I first was captivated by the artwork of Gilles Bones  and his versions of Hello Kitty, who I adore. So when he was accepting commissions I …