What weapons does Elektra use?

Elektra's signature weapons are a pair of three-pronged daggers called sai. For safety at events, use plastic, foam, or cardboard prop versions.

How do you keep the leg wraps from falling down?

Use athletic tape underneath the wraps, safety pins, or double-sided fashion tape to secure the fabric strips to your skin or leggings.

What is the difference between the comic and TV show Elektra costumes?

The comic version features a classic, revealing red ribbon-like battle suit. The live-action TV version is more practical, featuring black pants, a red and black utility corset, and a red face mask covering her mouth.

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Elektra Costume

Embrace your inner assassin with Elektra's iconic red battle suit.

Elektra Natchios is one of Marvel's most formidable anti-heroes and assassins, known for her complex relationship with Daredevil. This costume is a popular choice for fans who want a powerful, athletic, and striking look. The classic outfit consists of a vibrant red battle suit, matching arm and leg wraps, a headscarf, and her signature twin sai weapons.

Difficulty: Medium
Time: ~45 min
Budget: $40–120

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Red halter bodysuit or crop top and briefs set
A vibrant crimson or scarlet red spandex or matte faux-leather halter top and matching briefs or shorts.
DIY: Use a red one-piece swimsuit or cut a red tank top into a halter shape.
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Red fabric wraps
Long strips of matching red spandex or cotton fabric to wrap around the arms, thighs, and shins.
DIY: Cut up a cheap red XL t-shirt or buy a yard of red jersey fabric and slice it into 3-inch wide strips.
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Red headscarf and sash
A matching red fabric bandana or sash tied around the head, with long flowing ends, and a matching sash tied around the waist.
DIY: Use leftover red fabric strips to tie around your head and hips.
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Twin Sai props
A pair of plastic or foam silver-colored sai daggers with black or red wrapped handles.
DIY: Cut the shapes out of thick cardboard, wrap the blades in silver duct tape, and wrap the handles in black electrical tape.
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Red fingerless gloves or hand wraps
Red fingerless gloves or matching red fabric wrapped securely around the hands and wrists.
DIY: Cut the fingers off a pair of cheap red knit gloves.
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Black or red boots
Knee-high flat black combat boots or red fabric-wrapped boots.
DIY: Wear black boots you already own and wrap the upper shafts with your red fabric strips.
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How to put it together

1
Put on the red halter bodysuit or matching top and bottom set.
2
Tie the red sash around your waist, letting the excess fabric hang down on one side of your hip.
3
Wrap the red fabric strips securely around your thighs and shins, securing them with safety pins or fabric tape so they do not slip.
4
Wrap your forearms and wrists with the remaining red fabric strips, or put on the red fingerless gloves.
5
Tie the red headscarf around your forehead, ensuring the knot is at the back or side with long flowing ends.
6
Put on your knee-high black combat boots.
7
Tuck the twin sai props into your waist sash or hold them securely in your hands.

Makeup & hair

Style your hair in long, straight dark brown or black locks, or wear a dark wig. Keep makeup bold and fierce with defined dark eyebrows, a subtle smoky eye, and a classic red lip to match the suit.

Elektra for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: Pair up with Daredevil in his classic red or black vigilante suit for an iconic Marvel duo.
group: Join forces with Daredevil, Bullseye, and the Kingpin for a Hell's Kitchen themed group.
kids: A red unitard with red fabric wraps and safe foam sai props makes a great kid-friendly ninja look.
Plus size: Opt for a high-waisted red athletic set or a full-coverage red bodysuit paired with the signature wraps.
pet: A simple red bandana and a tiny red fabric sash for a matching ninja pet companion.

Tips

Use double-sided fashion tape to keep the arm and leg wraps from sliding down as you walk.
If you are wearing this outdoors in cool weather, swap the bodysuit for a long-sleeve red unitard or red leggings.
Practice posing with the sai props safely; tucking them into your waist sash makes for great hands-free photo opportunities.
Opt for flat, comfortable boots since this character is highly athletic and agile.

Elektra costume FAQ

What weapons does Elektra use?: Elektra's signature weapons are a pair of three-pronged daggers called sai. For safety at events, use plastic, foam, or cardboard prop versions.
How do you keep the leg wraps from falling down?: Use athletic tape underneath the wraps, safety pins, or double-sided fashion tape to secure the fabric strips to your skin or leggings.
What is the difference between the comic and TV show Elektra costumes?: The comic version features a classic, revealing red ribbon-like battle suit. The live-action TV version is more practical, featuring black pants, a red and black utility corset, and a red face mask covering her mouth.

Did you know? Elektra was created by legendary comic book artist and writer Frank Miller, first appearing in Daredevil #168 in 1981.