Interview with Monet Michiko Cosplay

Disney has introduced the newest princess, Moana, to their ever-growing club of fabulous nobles. This new royal is adventurous, brave, and selfless. She also represents the first Polynesian princess in the big Mouse’s lineup of dignitaries. When us cosplayers get to see some inklings of representation within the media we actively participate in, as well as consume, we pretty much go over the moon about. I had the extreme pleasure of being able to interview one cosplayer who is happy to see Moana on the big screen. Please enjoy this interview with Monet Michiko Cosplay. Name: Monet MichikoOccupation: Retail Sales Associate/College Student Black Nerd Problems: If you could brunch with one celebrity or fictional character, who would it be and why?Monet Michiko: I’d really love to have brunch with my favorite cosplayer of all time, Yaya Han. Yaya is a very inspirational role model to me (since I was in middle school!). She is intelligent, talented, and so beautiful! BNP: Tell us your story! What is your life currently all about?MM: My life is pretty boring for the most part, haha. I go to college, majoring in psychology and a minor in education. When I am not at school, I am working my retail job to pay bills. Then on my free time, I make costumes because it’s a fun hobby for me! I love the process of making it than wearing it. (I usually throw away my costumes after a one time use)

BNP: What does it signify to you that a behemoth of a media and entertainment company like Disney…