20 hilarious pop culture costumes made by cosplayer with 'low cost' and resourceful materials

Editor's note: This article was originally published on April 28, 2023. It has since been updated.

When money is tight, the majority of enjoyable activities—including cosplay—might seem out of reach. It may be expensive and time-consuming to make a complex outfit. However, that is not the case for Anucha Saengchart, who goes by @lowcostcosplayth on Instagram. The clever creator has been putting up inexpensive costumes for years that use hardly any high-end material. He faithfully imitates people from popular culture using home objects, body paint and creative camera angles. In a four-panel layout, Saengchart describes his cosplay changes. It enables us to comprehend how resourceful and low-cost they are.

People were amazed by the level of creativity and art shown by this artist, which made him famous over the internet. The unique yet hilarious transformations showcased by him on Instagram gave him a special spot in the hearts of cosplay fans.

Check out some of his popular Instagram posts compiled below:

1. Clipart at its best

2. Mirror mirror on the wall

3. Things a pair of scissors and pants can do

4. Coiling with the light

5. The right impression

6. Darth vendor?

7. Okay, WOW!

8. Mushroom!

9. Straight from "Shoong"

10. The resemblance is uncanny 

11. You can't unsee it

12. How on Earth?

13. We can see what just happened here

14. A paperboard is enough to make it clear

15. No playing with the food

16. Egg-cellent

17. Something's fishy

18. Eye makeup routine

19. Green cast

20. Jibaro time