Blackfire Costume
Embrace your dark side as the powerful Tamaranian princess, Blackfire.
Blackfire, the villainous older sister of Starfire from DC Comics and Teen Titans, is a popular choice for fans who love powerful, edgy characters. Her classic look features a striking purple and metallic silver armor set paired with long dark purple hair. This guide helps you assemble her royal alien warrior outfit using easily sourced pieces or simple DIY modifications.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~90 min
- Budget
- $45–120
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What you need for a Blackfire costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Blackfire costume — one box instead of 7 pieces.
Purple crop top
A sleeveless, form-fitting purple crop top, preferably in a matte or metallic finish.
DIY: Cut the sleeves off a purple t-shirt and crop the hemline.
Purple mini skirt
A matching purple mini pencil skirt to pair with the crop top.
Silver metallic leggings
Shiny silver leggings worn underneath the skirt to mimic her alien armor.
Silver metallic arm cuffs
Wide silver wrist cuffs or gauntlets that cover the forearms.
DIY: Wrap craft foam painted metallic silver around your forearms and secure with velcro.
Silver collar necklace
A wide, metallic silver choker or collar piece to match the armor.
DIY: Cut a strip of silver metallic fabric or craft foam and secure it with a snap.
Long purple wig
A long, straight dark purple wig, preferably with bangs, reaching past the waist.
Purple thigh-high boots
High-heeled or flat purple thigh-high boots, or silver boots to match the armor.
DIY: Wear purple thigh-high socks over matching purple flats or heels.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Blackfire costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the silver metallic leggings first as the base layer.
- 2
Layer the purple mini skirt over the silver leggings.
- 3
Put on the purple crop top, ensuring a snug fit.
- 4
Secure the wide silver collar necklace around your neck.
- 5
Slide the silver metallic arm cuffs onto both forearms.
- 6
Carefully put on the long purple wig, using a wig cap to secure your natural hair.
- 7
Step into the purple thigh-high boots to complete the alien warrior silhouette.
Makeup & hair
Style the long purple wig so it flows straight down your back. For makeup, apply dark purple lipstick, dramatic winged black eyeliner, and optional purple eyeshadow to match her royal Tamaranian color scheme.
Blackfire for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Starfire for a dramatic sibling rivalry duo.
- group
- Join a Teen Titans group as the villainous foil to Robin, Beast Boy, Raven, and Cyborg.
- kids
- Use a purple t-shirt, purple leggings, and a purple yarn wig for a comfortable, kid-friendly version.
- Plus size
- Opt for a high-waisted purple skirt and a supportive purple tank top for a comfortable, flattering fit.
Tips
- Secure the wig with bobby pins and a wig grip band so it stays in place during conventions or parties.
- If metallic leggings are too warm, look for breathable silver spandex or athletic wear.
- Strike powerful, confident poses with your hands hips-width apart to capture Blackfire's royal attitude in photos.
Blackfire costume FAQ
- What color is Blackfire's hair?
- Blackfire is typically depicted with long, dark purple or black hair, contrasting with her sister Starfire's bright red hair.
- How do I make Blackfire's armor look metallic?
- Using shiny fabrics like spandex, metallic faux leather, or painting EVA craft foam with metallic silver acrylic paint will give you the best armor look.
- Is Blackfire a hero or a villain?
- Blackfire is a supervillain in the DC Universe and the archenemy of her younger sister, Starfire.
Did you know? Blackfire first appeared in New Teen Titans #22 in 1982, created by Marv Wolfman and George Pérez as the bitter, crown-deprived princess of Tamaran.