Joan of Arc Costume
Channel the legendary French heroine with medieval armor and a silver sword.
Joan of Arc is a patron saint and historic military leader of France, making her a popular choice for those seeking a powerful, heroic costume. Her iconic look combines medieval plate armor, chainmail textures, and a flowing tunic or dress. This guide helps you assemble a striking, battle-ready ensemble that balances historical inspiration with comfortable wear.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $45–120
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What you need for a Joan of Arc costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Joan of Arc costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Chainmail-style shirt or hood
A silver woven mesh or metallic fabric long-sleeve shirt that mimics medieval chainmail.
DIY: Spray-paint a textured grey knit sweater with metallic silver fabric paint.
Red tunic or dress
A simple, long-sleeved red tunic or a sleeveless red surcoat to wear over the chainmail.
DIY: Cut a neck hole and armholes into a length of red fabric and cinch it with a belt.
Faux armor chest piece
A silver-painted foam or plastic breastplate that fits over the tunic.
DIY: Cut a chest plate shape out of craft foam, paint it metallic silver, and attach elastic straps.
Brown leather belt
A wide brown belt with a metallic buckle to cinch the waist and hold your sword.
DIY: Use any wide brown leather belt from your closet.
Toy broadsword
A lightweight plastic or foam medieval-style sword with a silver blade and crossguard.
DIY: Cut a sword shape out of sturdy cardboard and wrap the blade in silver duct tape.
Black leggings or pants
Simple, comfortable black leggings or slim-fit trousers worn underneath the tunic.
DIY: Use any plain black leggings or dark pants you already own.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Joan of Arc costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black leggings and the silver chainmail-style long-sleeve shirt.
- 2
Layer the red tunic or dress over the chainmail shirt so the silver sleeves show.
- 3
Secure the faux silver breastplate over the tunic, adjusting the straps for a snug fit.
- 4
Fasten the wide brown leather belt around your waist, letting the excess strap hang down in a medieval knot.
- 5
Put on dark leather boots or boot covers over your shoes.
- 6
Carry your toy broadsword, or secure it to your belt loop using a simple frog or loop.
- 7
Style your hair in a short bob or pull it back into a neat, practical braid.
Makeup & hair
Keep makeup minimal and natural, perhaps adding a smudge of brown eyeshadow on the cheeks for a battle-worn look. Style your hair in a classic short French bob wig, or pull longer hair back into a tight, practical braid.
Joan of Arc for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with a French king (Charles VII) in royal robes or a medieval knight in matching armor.
- group
- Form a medieval army with other knights, archers, and historical figures.
- kids
- A simplified version with a silver fabric hood, a red tunic with a printed crest, and a foam sword.
- Plus size
- Use an oversized red tunic cinched with a long, adjustable medieval ring belt for a comfortable fit.
- pet
- A small dog-sized silver metallic coat resembling a knight's caparison.
Tips
- Opt for lightweight foam armor instead of heavy plastic for maximum comfort during long parties.
- If you are carrying a toy sword, check your venue's prop weapon policy beforehand.
- Wear comfortable, broken-in flat boots, as Joan of Arc is a warrior who stands her ground.
Joan of Arc costume FAQ
- What did Joan of Arc actually wear?
- Historically, Joan of Arc wore male soldier's clothing, including a doublet, hose, and steel plate armor during military campaigns.
- How can I make a DIY Joan of Arc armor set?
- You can craft realistic-looking armor plates using EVA foam sheets, heat-shaping them, and painting them with metallic silver acrylic paint.
- Is this costume comfortable for cold weather?
- Yes, the layered nature of the chainmail shirt, tunic, and leggings makes it very easy to stay warm outdoors.
Did you know? During her military campaigns, Joan of Arc famously cut her hair short into a pageboy style, which was highly unusual for women of the 15th century.