Arcane Costume
Channel the chaotic energy of Jinx or the grit of Vi.
Arcane, the hit animated series set in the League of Legends universe, features some of the most visually striking character designs in modern television. The most popular choices for costumes are the sisters Jinx (with her chaotic punk aesthetic) and Vi (with her rugged, steampunk brawler style). This guide focuses on recreating Jinx's signature Arcane look, characterized by her crop top, striped pants, and long blue braids.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~60 min
- Budget
- $50–150
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What you need for a Arcane costume
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Halter crop top
A dark purple or black asymmetrical halter crop top made of matte leather or stretch fabric.
DIY: Cut an old black tank top into an asymmetrical halter shape and fabric-paint purple stripes.
Striped pants
Purple and black vertically striped skinny pants or leggings.
DIY: Use fabric markers or paint to add vertical purple stripes to black skinny jeans.
Fingerless gloves
Black fingerless gloves, with one arm featuring a longer sleeve or wrap.
DIY: Cut the fingers off a pair of black knit gloves and wrap one forearm in black bandages.
Brown leather belts
Multiple brown faux-leather belts with silver buckles to wrap around the waist and thighs.
DIY: Layer several old thrifted brown belts around your waist and hips.
Long blue braided wig
A bright neon blue wig styled into two extremely long, floor-length braids with short bangs.
DIY: Buy a basic blue wig, section it, and braid in blue yarn extensions for extra length.
Combat boots
Heavy-duty black or dark brown lace-up combat boots.
DIY: Use any worn-in dark boots you already own.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the purple and black striped pants and tuck them slightly into your combat boots.
- 2
Put on the asymmetrical halter crop top, ensuring a snug fit.
- 3
Layer the brown leather belts around your waist, letting one hang diagonally across your hips.
- 4
Slip on the fingerless gloves and wrap your right forearm with black athletic tape or fabric strips.
- 5
Secure your natural hair under a wig cap, then put on the long blue braided wig, adjusting the bangs.
- 6
Apply the signature makeup, including light blue cloud tattoos on your right shoulder and arm if desired.
Makeup & hair
Style the wig with two thick, floor-length blue braids and short, jagged bangs. For makeup, go with pale foundation, dark eyeliner, and use blue body paint to draw Jinx's signature cloud tattoos on your right arm and shoulder.
Arcane for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair Jinx with Vi (wearing a red jacket and oversized gauntlets) or Caitlyn (in her blue enforcer uniform).
- group
- Form an Arcane squad with Jinx, Vi, Caitlyn, Ekko, and Jayce.
- kids
- A kid-friendly version can feature Powder's younger look with a blue long-sleeve shirt and overalls.
- Plus size
- Use high-waisted striped leggings and a supportive black corset or longline crop top for comfort.
Tips
- Since the wig braids are extremely long, safety-pin them to your pants or shoulders to keep them from dragging on the ground.
- Use temporary tattoo paper to print Jinx's cloud tattoos for easy application and removal.
- Wear comfortable insoles in your combat boots if you plan on walking around a convention or neighborhood.
Arcane costume FAQ
- How do I make Jinx's cloud tattoos?
- You can paint them on using blue body paint and a fine brush, or print the design onto temporary tattoo transfer paper.
- What is Jinx's weapon called?
- Her signature weapons are her minigun named 'Pow-Pow' and her rocket launcher named 'Fishbones'. You can carry lightweight foam replicas as props.
- Can I cosplay Vi instead?
- Yes! Vi's look requires a red cropped leather jacket, striped pants, hand wraps, and pink hair.
Did you know? Arcane's unique art style blends hand-painted 2D textures with 3D animation, which is why cosplayers often use heavy makeup contouring to mimic the show's dramatic lighting.