Bloodborne Costume
Hunt your nightmares in Victorian gothic style with this Hunter attire.
The Hunter from Bloodborne is a highly sought-after cosplay choice for fans of gothic horror and challenging video games. The look is defined by a dark, weathered Victorian aesthetic featuring a tattered trench coat, a tricorn hat, and a face-concealing mask. Assembling this costume allows you to recreate the eerie, blood-splattered atmosphere of Yharnam.
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Time
- ~120 min
- Budget
- $80–250
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What you need for a Bloodborne costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Bloodborne costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Asymmetrical Brown or Black Trench Coat
A long, weathered duster or trench coat, preferably with a capelet or layered collar detail.
DIY: Use a thrifted long brown coat, cut the hem to look tattered, and add a matching fabric capelet over the shoulders.
Tricorn Hat
A distressed dark brown or black leather-look tricorn hat.
DIY: Take a wide-brimmed felt hat and safety pin or stitch three sides up to form the classic triangle shape.
Lower Face Mask or Bandana
A dark grey or black fabric mask or bandana worn over the nose and mouth, tucked under the collar.
DIY: Cut a triangle of dark grey linen or cotton fabric and tie it securely around your face.
Brown Striped Vest and White Shirt
A Victorian-style button-up vest worn over a high-collar white or off-white button-down shirt.
DIY: Use any dark thrifted vest and fabric-paint subtle vertical stripes onto it.
Leather Gauntlets and Gloves
Dark brown leather gloves paired with forearm bracers or wrapped bandages.
DIY: Wrap brown fabric strips or ace bandages dyed grey over plain brown winter gloves.
Saw Cleaver Prop
The iconic transforming trick weapon, featuring a curved blade wrapped in blood-stained bandages.
DIY: Cut the blade shape from thick cardboard or EVA foam, attach it to a wooden handle with a hinge, and wrap it in tea-stained gauze.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Bloodborne costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the white button-down shirt and button it to the top, then layer the striped Victorian vest over it.
- 2
Pull on dark, fitted trousers and tuck them into tall, rugged brown leather boots.
- 3
Wrap your forearms in grey bandages or put on the leather gauntlets over your shirt sleeves.
- 4
Tie the dark grey bandana or mask over your nose and mouth, ensuring it hangs down to cover your neck.
- 5
Put on the long, weathered trench coat, adjusting the collar so it stands up behind the mask.
- 6
Place the tricorn hat firmly on your head, tilting it slightly forward to shadow your eyes.
- 7
Equip your saw cleaver prop in one hand and optionally a blunderbuss prop in the other.
Makeup & hair
Since most of the face is covered by the mask and hat, focus on the eyes. Apply dark grey or black eyeshadow around your eyes to look exhausted and hollowed-out. Any visible hair should look damp, messy, and dark.
Bloodborne for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up as the Hunter and the Plain Doll, or fight alongside Lady Maria of the Astral Clocktower.
- group
- Gather a group featuring the Hunter, Father Gascoigne, Eileen the Crow, and Lady Maria.
- kids
- A simplified version using a dark raincoat, a pirate tricorn hat, and a toy sword wrapped in gauze.
- Plus size
- Look for Victorian vests with adjustable lace-up backs and choose an open-front duster coat for a comfortable, adjustable fit.
- pet
- A small black cape and a tiny felt tricorn hat for a very spooky 'Hunter' cat or dog.
Tips
- Use watered-down acrylic paint (brown, black, and dark red) to weather your coat and bandages for an authentic, blood-splattered look.
- The costume has many layers; opt for lightweight cotton shirts and vests to avoid overheating at indoor conventions.
- If carrying a large prop weapon, ensure it is made of lightweight foam so your arm doesn't tire during long events.
- Keep your head down slightly in photos so the shadow of the tricorn hat obscures your eyes for a mysterious effect.
Bloodborne costume FAQ
- What is the Hunter's weapon called?
- The signature weapon is the Saw Cleaver, a trick weapon that folds closed for quick slashes and extends for longer reaches.
- How do I make the costume look dirty and weathered?
- Spritz the fabric with a mixture of black tea, watered-down black acrylic paint, and fake blood, focusing on the hem of the coat and the sleeve cuffs.
- Is a Bloodborne costume suitable for warm weather?
- Because of the heavy layers, trench coat, and face mask, it can get very hot. Wear breathable base layers and remove the coat when resting.
Did you know? The aesthetic of Bloodborne is heavily inspired by Gothic Victorian literature, particularly the works of H.P. Lovecraft and Bram Stoker, which is why the Hunter's outfit resembles a classic monster hunter.