A talented cosplayer has thrilled fans with a rare portrayal of Supergirl in an all-black costume, cleverly inspired by Superman’s iconic recovery suit that the Man of Steel donned after his fatal battle with Doomsday. What makes this cosplay even more exciting for Kara Zor-El fans is that it also unintentionally recreates Dark Supergirl’s memorable look from the 2000s.
Cosplayer Hannah in Wonderland has become renowned for her incredible portrayals of DC’s most iconic heroines and villainesses. Yet, one of her standout Supergirl cosplays blurs the line between hero and villain, thanks to the unique choice of costume in this Kara Zor-El interpretation.
This striking duality—whether intentional or not—is what elevates Wonderland’s cosplay to another level. Add to that the impeccable costume design and her uncanny resemblance to the Woman of Tomorrow, and it’s no wonder this look is truly unforgettable.
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Superman’s All-Black Suit First Debuted After His Fatal Fight With Doomsday
Wonderland’s Supergirl cosplay features the Kryptonian heroine in her signature skirt and knee-high boots, but with a twist—the suit is all black with silver accents. In her post, Hannah explains that this cosplay is a nod to Superman’s iconic resurrection suit from Zack Snyder’s Justice League movie. However, comic fans know the Man of Steel first wore his black suit in the comics, long before the big screen adaptation. Regardless of whether the inspiration came from the film or the comics, one thing is clear: Wonderland doesn’t just wear this look, she owns it.
Wonderland also shared that the black suit in the photo is actually a clever edit by 1982 MEDIA, who transformed an image of her wearing the classic blue, red, and yellow Supergirl costume into this striking black version. She revealed that the all-black Supergirl look has been on her list of future cosplays, and seeing it brought to life by 1982 MEDIA has only fueled her excitement to make it a reality, admitting she’s “obsessed” with the design. Fans seem to agree, as the post quickly racked up thousands of likes and comments, calling for her to add this stunning look to her cosplay repertoire.
Cosplayer’s All-Black Costume Is An Unintentional Yet Epic Recreation of Dark Supergirl From the 2000s
Supergirl Recently Debuted a Black Suit in Zero Hour 30th Anniversary Special (2024)
In addition to Wonderland’s Supergirl cosplay being a tribute to Superman’s recovery suit, it also indirectly celebrates one of the most notable events in Kara’s comic history—the creation of Dark Supergirl. Kara’s black-clad doppelgänger first appeared in Supergirl #3 (2005) by Jeph Loeb, Ian Churchill, and Norm Rapmund, when Lex Luthor hit her with a beam of Black Kryptonite. This resulted in the creation of Dark Supergirl, a manifestation of Kara’s subconscious. Sharing Kara’s memories but in a twisted form, Dark Supergirl believed she was sent to Earth to kill her cousin, becoming one of Superman’s most formidable nemeses.
Wonderland’s cosplay also unintentionally pays tribute to Kara’s recently debuted all-black costume in Zero Hour 30th Anniversary Special #1 (2024) by Dan Jurgens and Ron Marz. In this one-shot, Kara Zor-El from an alternate universe steps in as Metropolis’s guardian after Superman’s death in his battle with Doomsday. She dons the black suit as a way to mourn and honor her fallen mentor. With so many connections to Kara’s lore, Wonderland’s Supergirl cosplay taps into a vast pool of rich source material, adding even more depth to her portrayal.
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As mentioned earlier, Wonderland’s all-black Supergirl costume is the result of one of her classic Kara Zor-El cosplays being skillfully edited by the talented 1982 MEDIA. With that in mind, it’s only fitting to highlight her original Supergirl cosplay, which is a phenomenal recreation of the character. Wonderland embodies Kara perfectly, from her platinum blonde hair to her blood-red cape and iconic skirt costume. Fans have shown their appreciation, leaving comments like, “Awesome Supergirl cosplay 👏🔥🔥🔥” and “Best Kara! 🔥👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻.” The fan reception makes it clear that Wonderland is an exceptional Kara Zor-El cosplayer, and hopefully, she’ll treat fans to more Dark Supergirl in the future.
Supergirl
Supergirl is a popular DC character that made her debut in May 1959 in the pages of Action Comics #252. Many characters have taken on the mantle of Supergirl over the years, but the most popular iteration of the character is Kara Zor-El, Superman’s cousin. Supergirl has appeared in many comics, video games, movies, and TV shows over the years, most notably the 1984 Supergirl movie starring Helen Slater and The CW’s Supergirl show with Melissa Benoist.
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