Claire Fraser Costume
Step through the stones in Claire Fraser's iconic Scottish Highland style.
Claire Fraser from Outlander is a beloved time-traveling heroine known for her strength, medical expertise, and ruggedly beautiful 18th-century wardrobe. Her signature Season 1 look features practical, earthy Scottish Highland layers designed to withstand the elements. This costume captures her classic look with a structured jacket, a long pleated skirt, and cozy knitted accessories.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $60–150
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What you need for a Claire Fraser costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Claire Fraser costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Peacock green or grey-brown bodice jacket
A structured, long-sleeved historical jacket or lace-up bodice in a heavy woolen or brushed cotton fabric.
DIY: Use a fitted long-sleeve green cardigan or blazer pinned tightly to mimic a historical bodice.
Tartan or solid dark petticoat skirt
A long, ankle-length pleated skirt in a muted Scottish tartan, dark brown, or forest green.
DIY: Drape a plaid blanket or fabric length around your waist, pleating and securing it with a brown leather belt.
White chemise undergarment
A lightweight white or cream cotton peasant blouse with a drawstring neckline to wear under the bodice.
DIY: An oversized off-the-shoulder white cotton shirt.
Chunky knit cowl scarf
A thick, hand-knitted grey or brown wool cowl scarf that wraps snugly around the neck.
DIY: Knit your own simple garter-stitch cowl or cut the collar off an old oversized grey sweater.
Knit fingerless gloves
Matching grey or brown knit arm warmers or fingerless mitts reaching up the forearms.
DIY: Cut the toes off a pair of thick grey wool socks and cut a small slit in the side for your thumb.
Brown leather lace-up boots
Practical, flat or low-heeled brown leather boots with a rugged, historical look.
DIY: Any simple brown leather riding boots or combat boots.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Claire Fraser costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the white cotton chemise blouse, pulling the neckline slightly wide to show under the jacket.
- 2
Step into the long pleated tartan or solid-colored skirt, securing it firmly at your natural waist.
- 3
Layer the structured green or brown bodice jacket over the chemise, fastening the front laces or buttons securely.
- 4
Wrap the chunky grey knit cowl scarf around your neck, tucking the ends slightly into the top of the bodice.
- 5
Pull on the matching grey knit fingerless gloves, ensuring they cover your wrists and lower forearms.
- 6
Put on your brown leather lace-up boots to complete the rugged, outdoor Highland look.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair into Claire's signature wild, voluminous, curly dark brown locks, pinned back loosely at the sides. Keep makeup minimal and natural with fresh skin, a touch of rosy blush, and bare lips to reflect her practical, outdoor lifestyle.
Claire Fraser for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with Jamie Fraser in a traditional Scottish kilt, leather jerkin, and a matching tartan plaid draped over his shoulder.
- group
- Gather a group featuring Claire, Jamie, Murtagh, and Brianna for an ultimate Outlander family ensemble.
- kids
- A miniature version featuring a plaid skirt, a white peasant blouse, and a small hand-knitted cowl.
- Plus size
- Opt for a lace-up corset bodice which allows for adjustable sizing and a comfortable, custom fit over the chemise.
- pet
- A small dog wearing a custom miniature green and red tartan dog coat or bandana.
Tips
- Wear thick leggings under the long skirt to stay warm if you are wearing this costume outdoors in cool weather.
- For photos, pose holding a small bundle of dried lavender, herbs, or a vintage medical satchel to highlight Claire's role as a healer.
- If your hair isn't naturally curly, use a small-barrel curling iron and brush the curls out gently to get her signature wild texture.
Did you know? The costume designer for Outlander, Terry Dresbach, avoided using bright modern dyes for Claire's Highland wardrobe, opting instead for organic, earthy tones that realistically mimicked 18th-century plant-based dyes.