Female Star Wars Characters Costume
Channel the force with iconic female looks from a galaxy far away.
Whether you want to channel the royal diplomacy of Princess Leia, the scavenger grit of Rey, or the dual-lightsaber prowess of Ahsoka Tano, female Star Wars characters offer some of the most powerful looks in sci-fi history. These costumes are popular for their instantly recognizable silhouettes, comfortable draped fabrics, and heroic energy. This guide focuses on the classic, highly accessible Rey Skywalker look as the primary assembly template, while offering paths to other iconic heroines.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–120
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What you need for a Female Star Wars Characters costume
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Sleeveless tunic or wrap top
A textured cream, off-white, or light gray V-neck wrap top or sleeveless tunic.
DIY: Drape two long strips of cream-colored gauze or linen fabric over each shoulder, crossing them at the chest.
Matching cropped pants
Comfortable, loose-fitting cropped trousers or capris in a matching cream or light gray shade.
DIY: Use light-colored leggings or scrub pants rolled up to mid-calf.
Brown double-grommet belt
A wide brown faux-leather belt, ideally with double-grommet detailing or a dual-strap design.
DIY: Wrap two thin brown belts close together around your waist.
Arm wraps
Stretchy, textured cream or light gray fabric bandages wrapped from the wrists to the upper arms.
DIY: Cut strips of cream t-shirt fabric or use self-adhesive cohesive bandages wrapped loosely around your arms.
Brown mid-calf boots
Flat or low-heeled brown leather or suede boots.
DIY: Wear brown ankle boots paired with brown tall socks pulled up to the calf.
Toy lightsaber
A blue or green glowing toy lightsaber hilt.
DIY: Paint a cardboard tube silver and black to resemble a lightsaber hilt.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the cream-colored cropped pants and sleeveless wrap tunic.
- 2
Cross the long fabric drapes over your shoulders, securing them at the waist with safety pins if needed.
- 3
Fasten the wide brown faux-leather belt tightly over the crossed fabric at your waist.
- 4
Slide on the cream arm wraps, ensuring they cover from your wrists to just below your shoulders.
- 5
Put on your brown mid-calf boots, tucking the bottom hem of the pants slightly into the tops of the boots.
- 6
Style your hair into the signature triple-bun style or secure your chosen character's wig.
- 7
Equip your lightsaber prop to complete the Jedi scavenger look.
Makeup & hair
For Rey, style your hair into three vertical buns aligned down the back of your head. Keep makeup natural and minimal with a fresh, sun-kissed complexion, nude lips, and lightly groomed eyebrows.
Female Star Wars Characters for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up as Rey and Kylo Ren, or Princess Leia and Han Solo for a classic cinematic romance.
- group
- Assemble a squad of galactic heroines including Padmé Amidala, Ahsoka Tano, Jyn Erso, and Fennec Shand.
- kids
- A miniature Rey or Princess Leia with space buns is comfortable, warm, and highly recognizable for trick-or-treating.
- Plus size
- The draped, flowing nature of Jedi tunics and Leia's hooded gowns are highly adjustable and flattering for all body types.
- pet
- Dress your furry companion as an Ewok, Chewbacca, or a tiny BB-8 to accompany you.
Tips
- Opt for flat, broken-in boots if you plan on walking a lot at a convention or while trick-or-treating.
- Use safety pins on the inside of the fabric wraps to keep them from sliding off your shoulders during movement.
- If wearing this in cold weather, layer a nude or cream thermal long-sleeve shirt underneath the tunic.
Female Star Wars Characters costume FAQ
- What are the most popular female Star Wars characters to dress up as?
- Princess Leia (classic white gown or Ewok village dress), Rey (scavenger wraps), Ahsoka Tano (tunic and headpiece), and Padmé Amidala (senate gowns or Geonosis arena gear) are the most popular choices.
- How do you do Rey's triple-bun hairstyle?
- Section your hair vertically into three equal parts down the center of your head. Pull each section into a ponytail, but on the last loop of the hair tie, leave the hair in a folded loop or bun with the ends pointing down.
- Is a female Star Wars costume easy to DIY?
- Yes, characters like Rey and classic Leia are very DIY-friendly because they rely on draped solid-colored fabrics, simple belts, and basic boots that can be sourced easily.
Did you know? Princess Leia's iconic 'space buns' hairstyle was inspired by women of the Mexican Revolution, specifically the female revolutionaries known as 'Adelitas' who wore similar braided buns.