Cal Kestis Costume
Become the resilient Jedi Survivor with this rugged scrapper cosplay guide.
Cal Kestis is the beloved Jedi protagonist of the Star Wars Jedi video game series, making him a favorite choice for sci-fi fans. His look blends rugged scrapper utility wear with traditional Jedi gear. This guide helps you assemble his signature vest, harness, single glove, and lightsaber.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $50–150
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What you need for a Cal Kestis costume
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Blue or gray utility shirt
A long-sleeved, high-collar tactical shirt or chambray button-down.
DIY: Use a plain gray or blue long-sleeve shirt and roll the sleeves up slightly.
Brown leather utility vest
A tactical vest or harness with adjustable straps and chest buckles.
DIY: Modify an old brown backpack by cutting off the bag portion to leave just the straps and front harness.
Dark rugged cargo pants
Dark gray or brown utility pants with side pockets.
DIY: Use any dark, worn-in jeans or work pants you already own.
Brown leather boots
Mid-calf, weathered brown leather work boots or riding boots.
DIY: Dust old brown boots with a little baby powder or brown eyeshadow to give them a dusty, weathered look.
Single brown leather glove
A single brown leather glove worn only on the left hand.
DIY: Buy a cheap pair of brown work gloves and only wear the left one.
Toy lightsaber
A lightsaber with a metallic hilt and a blue or orange blade.
DIY: Use a painted gray plastic tube or flashlight handle as a custom hilt.
BD-1 shoulder figure
A small red and white toy droid to attach to your shoulder.
DIY: Craft a small BD-1 silhouette out of cardboard and paint it red and white.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the blue or gray long-sleeved utility shirt and tuck it into the cargo pants.
- 2
Step into the brown rugged boots and pull the pant cuffs slightly over the boot tops.
- 3
Layer the brown leather utility vest or harness over the shirt, securing the chest straps tightly.
- 4
Put the single brown leather glove on your left hand, leaving your right hand bare.
- 5
Clip the toy lightsaber hilt to your belt or carry it in your right hand.
- 6
Secure the BD-1 droid figure to your right shoulder strap using velcro or a safety pin.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair into a messy, textured side part. If you aren't naturally red-headed, use temporary copper or auburn hair color spray to match Cal's signature look.
Cal Kestis for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with Merrin in her dark Nightsister robes for a perfect Jedi: Survivor duo.
- group
- Group up with Cere Junda, Greez Dritus, and a stormtrooper for a complete Mantis crew dynamic.
- kids
- Use a brown hooded poncho over a gray long-sleeve shirt and a toy lightsaber for an easy kid's version.
- Plus size
- Opt for relaxed-fit cargo pants and an adjustable leather harness to ensure a comfortable, custom fit.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a white and red BD-1 pet harness to act as your loyal droid companion.
Tips
- Use fine-grit sandpaper and brown acrylic paint to lightly scuff and weather the vest and boots for a battle-worn look.
- Secure your shoulder BD-1 droid with strong adhesive velcro strips so he doesn't fall off while walking.
- Keep your right hand free of gloves to stay accurate to Cal's mechanical-tinkering style.
Cal Kestis costume FAQ
- What color is Cal Kestis' lightsaber?
- Cal starts with a blue lightsaber, but you can use orange, green, or yellow as he customizes it throughout the games.
- Why does Cal Kestis only wear one glove?
- Cal wears a single glove on his left hand to protect it during climbing and scrapper work, leaving his right hand free for precise tasks and lightsaber grip.
- How do I get Cal's hair color?
- Use a temporary auburn or copper hair color wax or spray, styling it into a textured, windswept side part.
Did you know? Cal Kestis is modeled directly after actor Cameron Monaghan, who performed the motion capture and voice acting for the character.