Princess Harley Quinn

Inspired by the artwork of Matthew Tow, this take on Harley Quinn translates the iconic colour scheme into a classic princess design.
To maintain the movement and softness in the design, I went with a glitter mesh with a little stretch which moves beautifully and can be gathered and layered to give maximum movement and magic. There were a few interesting technical challenges, like the difficulty hemming this fabric; I ended up having to do about 10 metres of rolled hems, and was covered in glitter by the end of it; but it was worth it to see how happy Toby was with the second Harley costume they have trusted me with, and I hope I get to create more in the future!
You can find the original artwork at instagram.com/mathewtow/
To maintain the movement and softness in the design, I went with a glitter mesh with a little stretch which moves beautifully and can be gathered and layered to give maximum movement and magic. There were a few interesting technical challenges, like the difficulty hemming this fabric; I ended up having to do about 10 metres of rolled hems, and was covered in glitter by the end of it; but it was worth it to see how happy Toby was with the second Harley costume they have trusted me with, and I hope I get to create more in the future!
You can find the original artwork at instagram.com/mathewtow/
"I had the absolute pleasure of having a bespoke ball gown made by Velveteena Leigh, and the experience was incredible from start to finish. Thanks to her, I have achieved a dream cosplay goal! The gown she created for me was nothing short of breathtaking—a sparkly, stunning masterpiece that exceeded all of my expectations. From the beginning, she set up a fair and manageable payment plan and maintained open, thoughtful communication throughout the entire process. I had three fittings, and she was always willing to make adjustments—big or small—without ever compromising the timeline. In fact, she worked ahead of schedule to ensure everything was ready in time. As someone who is non-binary, I felt completely safe, accepted, and celebrated during the process. She thoughtfully adapted the dress to suit my build, and it made all the difference. I was heard, respected, and made to feel like I truly belonged in the dress we were creating. She poured so much care into every detail—searching meticulously for the perfect fabric and involving me in each step of the design process. Her professionalism, accessibility, and attentiveness made the experience collaborative and joyful. The final result? A gorgeous hybrid of Harley Quinn and Princess Aurora (as originally designed by Mathew Tow) that made me feel like royalty. Not only was the dress visually stunning, but it was also incredibly comfortable to wear. I can’t recommend her enough for anyone looking for a bespoke piece that is as magical as it is meaningful."
Client Name: TJC Cosplays - May 2025
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