Han Solo Costume
Channel the galaxy's favorite scruffy-looking nerf herder with this classic look.
Han Solo is one of the most beloved characters in the Star Wars universe, making him a perennial favorite for Halloween and sci-fi conventions. His signature smuggler look is instantly recognizable, combining rugged utilitarian style with a touch of space-faring swagger. This guide helps you assemble his classic outfit from A New Hope, featuring his iconic vest, striped trousers, and drop-leg blaster holster.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $45–150
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What you need for a Han Solo costume
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Cream V-neck shirt
A long-sleeved, off-white or cream cotton shirt with an open, buttonless V-neck collar and sleeves pushed up to the forearms.
DIY: Use a plain white long-sleeve shirt, cut a small V-shape into the collar, and dye it slightly off-white using a weak tea bath.
Black utility vest
A structured black vest featuring multiple front pockets, worn open without a zipper or buttons.
DIY: Cut the sleeves off a black button-down shirt or lightweight jacket, and fabric-glue extra pockets to the front.
Navy blue trousers
Fitted navy blue pants featuring vertical red dashed stripes (Corellian Bloodstripes) down the outer seams.
DIY: Take navy blue chinos and use red fabric paint or red ribbon to add a dashed stripe down the outer side of each leg.
Brown leather gun belt with holster
A wide, low-slung brown leather belt with a drop-leg holster hanging on the right thigh.
DIY: Use a wide brown leather belt and attach a matching brown pouch and strap around your thigh using craft foam or vinyl.
DL-44 heavy blaster
The iconic scifi pistol prop with a silver scope mounted on top and a cone-shaped muzzle.
DIY: Paint a toy megaphone-style water pistol matte black and silver, then glue a plastic tube to the side to mimic the scope.
Black riding boots
Knee-high, flat black leather or faux-leather boots with a clean, unadorned front.
DIY: Wear black rain boots or wrap black vinyl boot covers over standard black dress shoes.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the navy blue trousers and tuck the cream V-neck shirt securely into the waistband.
- 2
Roll or push the sleeves of the cream shirt up so they sit comfortably on your mid-forearms.
- 3
Layer the black utility vest over the shirt, leaving it completely open at the front.
- 4
Buckle the brown leather belt around your waist, letting the holster strap hang low on your right thigh, and secure the leg strap.
- 5
Slide the toy blaster prop into the thigh holster.
- 6
Pull on the tall black riding boots over the bottom of the trousers, ensuring the pants are tucked in neatly.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair into a messy, feathered 1970s side part with light pomade. Keep makeup minimal, adding a touch of bronzer for a wind-burned, space-traveler look.
Han Solo for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Princess Leia in her classic white gown or Chewbacca for the ultimate co-pilot duo.
- group
- Form a classic trilogy crew with Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Chewbacca, and Darth Vader.
- kids
- Use a beige long-sleeve tee, a black vest, blue sweatpants with red ribbon taped down the sides, and brown boots.
- Plus size
- Opt for stretch-blend navy chinos and a relaxed-fit utility vest for maximum comfort while walking around conventions.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a fuzzy brown Chewbacca bandolier to act as your miniature co-pilot.
Tips
- Make sure the thigh strap on the holster isn't buckled too tightly, as you will need full mobility for walking and sitting.
- If you cannot find knee-high boots, black leather half-chaps worn over black leather Chelsea boots create an identical look.
- Keep your hands free at parties by keeping the blaster prop securely tucked into the holster when not posing for photos.
- For a screen-accurate look, ensure your shirt collar is spread wide open to showcase the classic scoundrel collar style.
Han Solo costume FAQ
- What pants does Han Solo wear?
- He wears navy blue tight-fitting trousers featuring red embroidered dashes down the outer seams, known in-universe as Corellian Bloodstripes.
- How do you make Han Solo's bloodstripes?
- You can easily replicate them by fabric-gluing red ribbon or applying red fabric paint in a dashed pattern down the sides of navy blue pants.
- What kind of shirt does Han Solo wear?
- He wears an off-white or cream long-sleeve shirt with a deep, buttonless V-neck placket and a wide collar, usually worn with the sleeves pushed up.
Did you know? Han Solo's iconic red pants stripes are called 'Corellian Bloodstripes,' which are military decorations awarded for courage in the Star Wars universe.