Summary
WARNING! Spoilers ahead for Batman: Dark Age #4Catwomanhas had many iconic looks throughout the years, but her latest costume is the perfectcompanion piece to the Dark Knight’s, coming in the world ofBatman: Dark Age. The alternate universe version of both characters have been carefully built up in the series until this point, so getting to see the two taking action in costume is a definite treat for fans.
Batman: Dark Age#4 – written by Mark Russell, with Mike and Laura Allred – continues the series' novel reinvention of the Bat-mythos, taking place in real time from the fifties through to today.This alternate version of Bruce Wayne already has a history with Selina Kyle, but fans get their first look at her alter-ego in this issue.
Selina’sDark Agelook mirrors Batman’s in its real-world application,made up primarily of a leather catsuit, boots, gloves and a helmet-like mask.This Catwoman completes her lookwith a leather satchel, which will surely come in handy during all that cat-burgling.
Mike Allred’s design feels like something that a person in the real world could piece together, which makes it an ideal look for prospective cosplayers.
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Batman: Dark Age#4 – Written By Mark Russell; Art By Mike Allred, Laura Allred & Dave Sharpe
Mike Allred’s design feels like something that a person in the real world could piece together, which makes it an ideal look for prospective cosplayers. It’s a look that is definitely in keeping with the moregrounded approach ofBatman: Dark Age, which has flipped much of the Bat-mythos on their ear while still keeping true to the spirit of the character. Dick Grayson also debuts as Robin in this issue, wearing a costume in his classic colors, but made up of body armor and more protective gear.
Catwoman’s costume is appropriate for the period-era of the series, as Diana Rigg would have been rocking a leather catsuit around the same time as Emma Peel on TV’sThe Avengers. Emma Peel’s signature outfit wound up influencing comics themselves, as she famously served as the inspiration for the “mod” era ofWonder Woman after she lost her powers. When Darwyn Cooke redesigned Catwoman’s costume in the early 2000’s, the artist also took direct inspiration from Emma Peel, giving Selina a costume that would stay in place for the next two decades.
For cosplayers looking for new ideas, Catwoman’sBatman: Dark Agecostume is the perfect inspiration for their next build.
Cosplay Creators Will Be Inspired By This New Catwoman Design
Expect Exciting New Builds Based On “Batman: Dark Age”
Sometimes, the sleekest and most simple design wins out in the end. The Catwoman costume inBatman: Dark Ageis a brilliant wayto bring the character into the more grounded world. This simple and elegant Catwoman design by Mike Allred isbegging for some talented cosplayer to take the look and run with it, establishing themselves as first on the scene for the sleek new costume.For cosplayers looking for new ideas,Catwoman’sBatman: Dark Agecostume is the perfect inspiration for their next build.
Batman
One of DC’s most iconic heroes, Batman is the vigilante superhero persona of billionaire Bruce Wayne. Forged by tragedy with the death of his parents, Bruce dedicated his life to becoming the world’s leading martial artist, detective, and tactician. Recruiting an entire family of allies and sidekicks, Bruce wages war on evil as the dark knight of his hometown, Gotham City.
