Since I see a lot of people in the replies asking questions about these, here are some answers and resources:
You don’t buy this exact version, but you can make them yourself! Here’s the article from the screenshot, and here’s the original tutorial.
Since you’re making them yourself, you can absolutely have them in different skin tones. I’d recommend getting your fabric from Blue Moon, since they have a decent selection of different skin tones of matte spandex. You can also dye your own spandex for a more custom color.
If you are doing multiple characters with unnatural skin tones (say, a green character), yes, you would need to make multiple pairs. You can also make multiple pairs if you want to permanently attach costume pieces to one, which is an advantage of this type of breastplate.
You can buy an extremely similar product, but you need a shopping service. It comes in only three skin tones that don’t get very dark, which is unfortunate, but you might be able to airbrush them (never tried myself, but worth a shot). You can get the Neo Oppai Sister from Classe wigs.
I don’t recommend this type of product for daily wear or anything you want to look realistic. The shape is extremely anime, they’re a bit flat looking due to the fabric (as in, not shaded, not as in flat chested), etc. For daily use for trans women and anyone who just wants big booba for a while, silicone breastplates tend to be better. These have more realistic shapes, skin texture, the neck hides better, there’s collarbones molded in, the edges hide well with straps and bra bands… They tend to be uncomfortable since it’s like wearing a silicone shirt, but for special occasions and cosplay, they’re great, and some brands have them in “cool” versions with an open back (I have this type). I got mine from Roanyer (extremely NSFW website, caters to crossdressing fetishes), and they have good quality and a LOT of styles, but are pricey. Look for seasonal sales. I can’t vouch for the quality of cheaper alternatives, but they’re out there on places like the River Site – still pricey but less so. Japanese cosplay brands have also started making this style.
THAT SAID (and keep in mind this is a cosplay blog so that’s what I’m focusing on), this style of breastplate is going to be more comfortable and less than half the cost of even a cheap silicone one, so ymmv and it depends on what you value and the look you are going for.
To make these look more realistic: you need to have neck coverage and coverage of the edges (the halter neck sides, the bottom edge) to hide that it’s a breastplate. You can also possibly use airbrushing to add some shading and dimension to them. This classic KLK tutorial uses the same method but covers them in liquid latex for a more skin-like texture.
Brands also make no breasts but yes muscles silicone plates! (Same NSFW site as above, different section) Great for transmasc folks, cosplaying muscular male characters, etc. Again, very hot and sweaty (it’s wearing a non-breathable silicone shirt), but they’re out there.
Hope someone finds this helpful!
