I don’t want to alarm anyone, but Comic-Con International is four and a half weeks away. The crowds will descend upon San Diego on July 8. I remind you because the convention is coming early this year, and if you’re working on cosplay, I know a week can make a huge difference. After you see all the creativity in this week’s Cosplay Friday gallery–a Princess Leia ball gown, Master Splinter, Rosalina from Mario Kart 8, and more–please head to the comments and let me know what costumes you’re making (or already have done) for the convention.

Princess Leia (Star Wars) | Source: Elizabeth Oldak, photo by Nelsphotos

I love featuring reader submissions in Cosplay Friday! Share links to pictures of your awesome costumes in the comments or get in touch me on Twitter. Let me know about costume, what franchise it’s from, and the photographer.