
Expedition 33 Costume
Defy the Paintress in striking Belle Époque fantasy style.
Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 has captivated gamers with its stunning Belle Époque aesthetic and striking character designs. Perfect for cosplayers and gamers alike, this look captures the expedition's signature style with ornate, gold-trimmed coats, leather gear, and historical fantasy elements. The ensemble combines 19th-century French military fashion with dark fantasy armor accents.
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Time
- ~120 min
- Budget
- $120–350
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What you need for a Expedition 33 costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Expedition 33 costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Ornate Dark Coat
A long, double-breasted trench coat or military frock coat in navy blue, black, or deep teal.
DIY: Use a thrifted dark trench coat and add gold fabric paint.
Gold Trim & Filigree
Metallic gold fabric paint, iron-on gold trim, or gold embroidery patches to decorate the coat's lapels and cuffs.
DIY: Hand-paint the designs using a custom stencil.
Leather Harness & Belts
A brown or black leather chest harness or multiple intersecting waist belts.
DIY: Layer several thrifted leather belts across your torso.
Dark Trousers
Slim-fit dark grey or black trousers.
DIY: Use any dark, fitted dress pants you own.
Knee-High Boots
Sturdy black or dark brown leather knee-high boots.
DIY: Use black combat boots with matching leather gaiters or boot covers.
Fantasy Sword Prop
A detailed fantasy-style longsword prop.
DIY: Craft a sword out of EVA foam and paint it with metallic acrylics.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Expedition 33 costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Lay out your dark frock coat and map out the gold filigree patterns on the collar, lapels, and cuffs using chalk.
- 2
Apply metallic gold fabric paint or iron-on gold trim along your chalk guidelines, letting it dry completely.
- 3
Put on the dark trousers and tuck them securely into your knee-high leather boots.
- 4
Put on a dark undershirt, then layer the decorated frock coat over it, buttoning it partially.
- 5
Strap the leather harness over your shoulders and secure the waist belts tightly over the coat.
- 6
Equip your fantasy foam sword prop, securing it to your belt or carrying it in hand.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair in a neat, slightly windswept vintage look. Keep makeup minimal and natural, adding light weathering or dirt smudges to the cheeks for a battle-worn appearance.
Expedition 33 for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair Gustave's military look with Lune's elegant, mage-inspired dark coat and hood.
- group
- Assemble a full expedition team with members dressed as Gustave, Maelle, Lune, and Renoir.
- kids
- Use a simplified navy blue jacket with gold ribbon glued to the cuffs and a foam toy sword.
- Plus size
- Look for a double-breasted trench coat with an adjustable waist belt to customize the fit comfortably.
- pet
- A simple dark blue pet coat adorned with gold fabric trim around the collar.
Tips
- Use stencils for the gold coat details to ensure clean, symmetrical lines.
- Opt for a lightweight coat if you plan to wear this at a crowded, warm convention.
- Practice posing with your prop sword for dramatic, game-accurate photos.
Expedition 33 costume FAQ
- What style of clothing is used in Expedition 33?
- The game features a Belle Époque aesthetic, blending late 19th-century French fashion with dark fantasy armor and military elements.
- How do I get the gold details on the coat?
- You can hand-paint them using metallic gold fabric paint and a stencil, or apply iron-on gold metallic trim for a cleaner look.
- Is this costume suitable for beginners?
- Due to the intricate gold detailing and layered leather gear, it is a medium-to-hard project, but using stencils and pre-made coats makes it highly achievable.
Did you know? The game's aesthetic is heavily inspired by Belle Époque Paris, blending historical French elegance with surreal, apocalyptic fantasy elements.