Green Arrow Costume
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Green Arrow, DC Comics' premier archer Oliver Queen, is a popular costume choice for fans of classic comics and the hit CW show Arrow. His look is defined by a dark green hooded tactical suit, a matching domino mask, and his signature recurve bow. This guide helps you assemble his battle-ready vigilante gear with ease.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $50–150
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What you need for a Green Arrow costume
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Green Hooded Jacket
A dark forest green faux-leather or tactical jacket with an attached hood.
DIY: Use a dark green zip-up hoodie and layer a green faux-leather vest over it.
Green Tactical Pants
Matching dark green cargo pants or faux-leather pants.
DIY: Use dark green or black jeans from your closet.
Green Domino Mask
A sleek, flexible green eye mask that fits closely to the face.
DIY: Cut a mask shape out of green craft foam and attach it with spirit gum or elastic.
Archery Bow and Quiver
A black or dark green toy recurve bow with a matching back quiver filled with green-tipped arrows.
DIY: Modify a toy bow with black spray paint and wrap the handle in green tape.
Combat Boots
Sturdy black tactical or combat boots.
DIY: Any dark, heavy-duty hiking boots or black high-top sneakers.
Archery Gauntlets
Black or dark green faux-leather forearm guards.
DIY: Cut the sleeves off an old black long-sleeve shirt and wrap them tightly around your forearms.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the dark green tactical pants and tuck them securely into your black combat boots.
- 2
Put on the green hooded jacket, zipping it up to the chest, and pull the hood up over your head.
- 3
Strap the archery gauntlets or forearm guards onto both forearms over the jacket sleeves.
- 4
Apply the green domino mask over your eyes, securing it with its elastic band or cosmetic adhesive.
- 5
Sling the arrow quiver over your shoulder so it rests comfortably across your back.
- 6
Hold the recurve bow in one hand, keeping a few prop arrows tucked safely inside the quiver.
Makeup & hair
Keep hair neatly tucked under the hood, or style visible blonde hair in a short, rugged look. If desired, add a light blonde or light brown goatee to match Oliver Queen's classic comic book appearance.
Green Arrow for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Black Canary in a black leather jacket, fishnets, and blonde wig.
- group
- Team up with other Justice League members like Flash, Batman, and Black Canary.
- kids
- A comfortable green fleece hoodie with a felt mask and a soft foam bow.
- Plus size
- Opt for loose-fitting green cargo pants and a relaxed-fit green utility jacket.
- pet
- A simple green dog bandana and a tiny felt hood.
Tips
- Ensure your hood is deep enough to cast a shadow over the upper half of your face for a mysterious vigilante look.
- Check convention and venue rules regarding prop bows; keep string tension loose and use foam-tipped arrows.
- If using spirit gum for the mask, carry extra adhesive in your pocket for quick touch-ups.
- Wear a lightweight black t-shirt underneath the jacket to stay comfortable if you get too warm.
Green Arrow costume FAQ
- What bow does Green Arrow use?
- Oliver Queen typically uses a modern black recurve bow or a high-tech compound bow, which can be replicated with a safe toy or cosplay prop.
- How do I make the mask stay on?
- You can use cosmetic spirit gum or skin-safe tape to adhere a lightweight foam mask directly to your face without straps.
- Can I do a TV show version instead of the comics?
- Yes! The TV version features a darker, forest-green leather suit with minimal yellow accents, while the comic version is brighter green with a classic Robin Hood style hat.
Did you know? Green Arrow was heavily inspired by Robin Hood, which is why his earliest comic book appearances featured him wearing a classic medieval-style archer's cap instead of a modern hood.