Fourth Wing Costume
Fly or die. Assemble your own Basgiath War College flight leathers.
Inspired by Rebecca Yarros's bestselling fantasy novel Fourth Wing, this costume lets you step into the boots of a Basgiath War College dragon rider like Violet Sorrengail. The signature look is rugged, tactical, and combat-ready, defined by sleek black flight leathers, daggers, and military-grade gear. It is a favorite for fantasy readers, cosplayers, and Renaissance faire attendees alike.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $60–150
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What you need for a Fourth Wing costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Fourth Wing costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Black leather jacket or vest
A fitted black faux-leather motorcycle jacket, bomber jacket, or tactical vest to serve as your flight armor.
DIY: Use an old black denim jacket and cut off the sleeves for a rugged rider vest look.
Black tactical pants or leggings
Form-fitting black cargo pants, moto leggings with ribbed knee details, or sleek black jeans.
Under-bust corset or wide belt
A wide black faux-leather waist cincher or corset belt to mimic tactical armor plating.
DIY: Wrap a wide black fabric sash tightly around your waist and secure it with a utility belt.
Combat boots
Sturdy, lace-up black combat boots or knee-high riding boots.
Fingerless gloves
Black leather or knit fingerless gloves to maintain dexterity for handling daggers and dragon reins.
DIY: Cut the fingers off a pair of cheap black winter gloves.
Thigh holster and prop daggers
A black faux-leather thigh drop-leg holster equipped with safe, silver-painted foam or plastic daggers.
DIY: Cut dagger shapes out of thick cardboard, paint them silver and black, and tuck them into a belt.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Fourth Wing costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black tactical pants or moto leggings and tuck them securely into your tall black combat boots.
- 2
Layer a fitted black long-sleeve shirt or bodysuit underneath, then put on the black leather jacket or vest.
- 3
Fasten the wide black corset belt or waist cincher over the shirt and jacket to create a structured, armored silhouette.
- 4
Strap the tactical thigh holster around your upper thigh and slide the prop daggers into place.
- 5
Pull on the black fingerless gloves, ensuring they fit snugly over your wrists.
- 6
Add optional accessories like a silver dragon necklace, a Basgiath patch on your shoulder, or a black leather cuff.
Makeup & hair
For Violet Sorrengail, style your hair into a practical crown braid or half-up braid, with the ends sprayed silver or white to match her signature physical trait. Keep makeup minimal and battle-ready with natural tones, perhaps adding a smudge of charcoal 'soot' on one cheekbone.
Fourth Wing for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair Violet Sorrengail with Xaden Riorson in matching black flight leathers, carrying shadow-themed props.
- group
- Form a quadrant squad with riders wearing matching black tactical gear, each carrying a different colored dragon plush or emblem (Tairn, Andarna, Sgaeyl).
- kids
- A scaled-down version featuring a black jumpsuit, a small foam sword, and a plush dragon toy.
- Plus size
- Opt for high-waisted, stretchy moto leggings paired with a structured, adjustable lace-up corset vest for comfort and a tailored fit.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a small black harness with felt dragon wings attached to the back.
Tips
- Break in your boots before wearing this costume to a convention or party, as dragon riders do a lot of walking.
- Keep your prop daggers securely fastened in their sheaths so they don't slip out while you move.
- If attending an outdoor event, the layers of faux leather will keep you warm, but opt for breathable cotton undershirts if it is warm.
- Add a metallic silver dragon patch to your jacket sleeve to make the Basgiath connection instantly recognizable.
Fourth Wing costume FAQ
- How do you do Violet Sorrengail's hair for a costume?
- Violet is famous for her hair fading to silver at the tips. Style your hair in a tight crown braid or double Dutch braids, and use temporary silver hair spray or hair chalk on the bottom half of the braids.
- What do Fourth Wing dragon riders wear?
- Dragon riders wear 'flight leathers,' which consist of protective black leather jackets, fitted pants, sturdy combat boots, fingerless gloves, and tactical belts designed to hold multiple daggers.
- Is a Fourth Wing costume hard to make?
- No, it is highly customizable. You can easily assemble it using everyday items like black leggings, combat boots, and a leather jacket, then elevate it with fantasy accessories like daggers and a corset belt.
Did you know? In the book, Violet's flight leathers are specially reinforced with dragon scales to protect her from physical impact and dragon fire during training.