What are Hiccup and Astrid's signature weapons?

Hiccup uses a collapsible fire sword called Inferno, while Astrid fights with a double-bitted Viking battle axe.

How do I make Astrid's skirt skulls?

You can buy small plastic 3D skulls online, paint them silver, and attach them to a blue skirt using hot glue or safety pins.

Which movie version of the costumes is best?

The designs from How to Train Your Dragon 2 and 3 are the most popular for adults, as they feature detailed leather flight suits and armor rather than the simple vests of the first film.

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Hiccup and Astrid Costume

Fly high as Berk's ultimate dragon-riding power couple.

Hiccup and Astrid from How to Train Your Dragon are a favorite choice for couples who love adventure, fantasy, and animation. This duo look combines rugged Viking armor, faux fur, and signature weapons to recreate the iconic dragon riders of Berk. Together, their costumes perfectly balance Hiccup's practical flight gear with Astrid's fierce warrior aesthetic.

Difficulty: Medium
Time: ~90 min
Budget: $60–150

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Hiccup's Flight Vest
A dark brown or black faux-leather vest worn over a long-sleeve dark green or black shirt.
DIY: Use an old black t-shirt, cut off the sleeves, cut a slit down the front, and add silver fabric paint studs.
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Hiccup's Prosthetic Boot Cover
Brown faux-leather boot covers, with one painted silver to mimic Hiccup's metal prosthetic leg.
DIY: Wrap one lower leg in silver duct tape over an old boot to create a metallic prosthetic look.
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Astrid's Burgundy Top
A sleeveless red or burgundy high-neck tunic or tank top.
DIY: Cut the sleeves off a burgundy crewneck t-shirt and fray the armholes slightly.
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Astrid's Spiked Skirt
A blue or grey wrap skirt decorated with small silver plastic skulls or spikes along the hem.
DIY: Glue small toy plastic skulls or silver-painted foam spikes onto a basic blue fabric wrap skirt.
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Faux-Fur Shoulder Pauldrons
Faux-fur shoulder pads secured with a strap, accented with small silver skull medallions.
DIY: Cut strips of faux-fur fabric from a craft store, safety pin them to Astrid's shirt shoulders, and hot-glue plastic skulls on top.
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Viking Toy Weapons
Hiccup's collapsible fire sword (Inferno) and Astrid's double-bitted battle axe.
DIY: Cut the shapes out of thick cardboard, paint them with metallic silver and brown acrylic paint, and wrap the handles in twine.
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How to put it together

1
For Hiccup, layer the dark green long-sleeve shirt under the black faux-leather vest and secure it with a wide brown utility belt.
2
For Astrid, put on the burgundy sleeveless top, brown leggings, and layer the spiked blue skirt over the leggings.
3
Attach the faux-fur shoulder pauldrons to Astrid's top using safety pins or the built-in straps.
4
Put on brown boots or slip brown faux-leather boot covers over existing shoes; paint one of Hiccup's boot covers silver to mimic his prosthetic.
5
Style Astrid's hair into a thick, messy blonde side braid with a dark fabric headband across the forehead.
6
Equip Hiccup with a single brown leather riding glove on his right hand and his sword, and hand Astrid her battle axe.

Makeup & hair

Hiccup requires messy, shaggy brown hair and optional light brown freckles drawn across the nose. Astrid needs a long, thick blonde side braid, a dark leather headband, and optional light blue war paint stripes on her cheeks.

Hiccup and Astrid for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: The ultimate pairing as Berk's chief and chieftain, perfectly matching in Viking armor.
group: Add friends dressed as Toothless, Astrid's dragon Stormfly, or other riders like Ruffnut and Tuffnut.
kids: Available as pre-made jumpsuits featuring printed armor scales and lightweight plastic helmets.
Plus size: Use stretchy leggings and adjustable wrap skirts or tunics for a comfortable, custom-fitting Viking look.
pet: Dress a black cat or dog in a small dragon wing harness to act as Toothless.

Tips

Wear comfortable leggings and broken-in boots, as both characters are active warriors and dragon riders.
If attending an outdoor event, the faux-fur pauldrons and layered vests provide great natural warmth.
For photos, pose back-to-back with your weapons drawn, looking ready for battle.
Use lightweight plastic or foam weapons to ensure they are safe and allowed at conventions or public venues.

Hiccup and Astrid costume FAQ

What are Hiccup and Astrid's signature weapons?: Hiccup uses a collapsible fire sword called Inferno, while Astrid fights with a double-bitted Viking battle axe.
How do I make Astrid's skirt skulls?: You can buy small plastic 3D skulls online, paint them silver, and attach them to a blue skirt using hot glue or safety pins.
Which movie version of the costumes is best?: The designs from How to Train Your Dragon 2 and 3 are the most popular for adults, as they feature detailed leather flight suits and armor rather than the simple vests of the first film.

Did you know? Hiccup's prosthetic leg, introduced at the end of the first film, was a groundbreaking moment in animation for representing disabled heroes in mainstream family cinema.