might as well recall the materials and amount i spent on other cosplays. starting with the oldest:

rinoa
blue lined cloth: $4 x 2 = $8
dark blue cloth: $4 x 1 = $4
metal studs: $4 (3 pieces)
boots: $25
necklace & rings: $10
blue lining: $0.90x3packet = $2.70
black zips: $1 (2pcs)
black and gold hairspray: $2
brown perm marker: $2.45
repair boots: $12

all are rough estimates since i can't remember clearly, but should be close enough.

total: $72.15

reflections/lessons learnt
hmmm my very first cosplay! wasn't that bad! if you can't paint the pattern, sew the pattern... what i did for the wings on the cloak. it's important to get the correct fabric, and not use things like jean skirt for her skirt (which is not jeans material). maybe i should get a weapon next. i didn't do her streaks... nor put any make up.