The Virtual Costumer (ISSN 2153-9002) is the online costuming magazine of the Silicon Web Costumers' Guild.

VC brings you articles about costuming, the costumers who design them, and costume related places and events. It features content from Silicon Web members and outside experts, who regularly share their knowledge through articles, books, panels, conventions, classes, and workshops.

In addition to features articles, VC offers reviews, event reports, how-tos, tips and tricks, photo spreads, virtual panels, retrospectives on notable costumers, short subjects, upcoming events, riffs on costuming, and many more.

Preview and access the latest member-only and community issues on the Current Issue page. Access previous issues, available to the entire costuming community, through the Table of Contents. Locate any author or subject since the first issue in 2003 through the Index of Issues.

On the Upcoming Issues page, learn what's ahead for issues that are currently "under construction". You'll also find opportunities for you to contribute to these issues, including themes and article ideas. Check back often for a fascinating look at how issues go from concept to publication. The Submitting Articles page provides guidelines on preparing and submitting articles.