Kylo Ren Costume
Embrace the dark side with the Supreme Leader's signature black robes.
Kylo Ren, the conflicted dark warrior from the Star Wars sequel trilogy, is a top choice for fans who love dramatic, imposing villain looks. His outfit consists of layered, textured black robes, a coated midsection belt, and his distinctive crossguard lightsaber. Whether you go with or without his cracked chrome-detailed helmet, this costume commands attention at any convention or Halloween party.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $80–300
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What you need for a Kylo Ren costume
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Black textured inner tunic
A long-sleeved black shirt with ribbed or pleated sleeves to mimic the screen-accurate fabric texture.
DIY: Use a standard black long-sleeve tee and sew horizontal pleats along the forearms.
Black outer tunic and cowl
A sleeveless, knee-length black textured tunic paired with a matching black hooded cowl/cape that drapes over the shoulders.
DIY: Cut a long piece of textured black woven fabric, fray the bottom edges, and drape it over your shoulders as a hood and cape.
Black coated fabric belt
A wide black belt, typically made of faux leather or coated fabric, with a large, plain rectangular buckle.
DIY: Wrap a wide strip of black vinyl or faux leather around your waist and secure it with Velcro at the back.
Black trousers
Plain, slim-fit black denim or utility pants that tuck easily into boots.
DIY: Any pair of fitted black jeans or chinos from your closet will work perfectly.
Black mid-calf boots
Flat, matte black leather or faux-leather boots without visible laces or zippers.
DIY: Wear plain black rain boots or combat boots and cover any laces with black fabric wraps.
Kylo Ren helmet
A full-head black helmet featuring silver metallic accents around the visor and optional red glowing LED cracks.
DIY: Modify a basic black motorcycle helmet or toy mask with silver paint pen detailing.
Crossguard lightsaber
A toy or replica lightsaber featuring a main red blade and two smaller red side blades near the hilt.
DIY: Construct a hilt from PVC pipes painted silver and black, and attach translucent red plastic tubes.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the slim-fit black trousers and tuck them securely into the black mid-calf boots.
- 2
Don the ribbed, long-sleeved inner tunic, ensuring the textured sleeves are pulled down to your wrists.
- 3
Layer the sleeveless outer tunic over the inner shirt, aligning the front slit.
- 4
Wrap the wide black coated belt tightly around your waist over the outer tunic, securing it in the back.
- 5
Drape the hooded cowl over your shoulders, adjusting the hood so it can be worn up or down.
- 6
Put on the black gloves and slide the Kylo Ren helmet over your head.
- 7
Ignite your red crossguard lightsaber to complete the dark side look.
Makeup & hair
If going helmetless, style your hair in a chin-length, messy dark wave parted down the middle. Apply a pale foundation and use a brown makeup pencil to draw a thin, vertical scar running over your right eye down to your cheek.
Kylo Ren for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Rey in her Jedi robes for a classic 'Reylo' dynamic.
- group
- Flank yourself with two First Order Stormtroopers or members of the Knights of Ren.
- kids
- A scaled-down black robe set with a lightweight plastic mask and a safe foam crossguard lightsaber.
- Plus size
- Look for tunics made from stretch-knit fabrics for comfort, and use an adjustable Velcro belt for a custom fit.
- pet
- A simple black dog hoodie with a small plush red lightsaber toy attached to the collar.
Tips
- The layers can get very hot; opt for breathable cotton or lightweight polyester blends for the inner tunic.
- If wearing the helmet, practice breathing and checking your peripheral vision before heading out to crowded events.
- For photos, hold the lightsaber low at your side with a tense, aggressive stance to capture Kylo's unstable energy.
- Use safety pins to secure the cowl to the outer tunic so it doesn't slide off your shoulders while walking.
Kylo Ren costume FAQ
- What kind of lightsaber does Kylo Ren use?
- He uses a unique crossguard lightsaber with a main red blade and two smaller quillons (side blades) near the hilt, which vent unstable plasma.
- How do I get Kylo Ren's scar?
- You can draw his facial scar using rigid collodion for a realistic textured look, or simply use a red and brown makeup pencil to trace the line over your right eye.
- Is a helmet required for a Kylo Ren costume?
- No, you can easily go helmetless to portray his unmasked scenes from 'The Last Jedi' or 'The Rise of Skywalker' by styling messy dark hair and adding his facial scar.
Did you know? Kylo Ren's crossguard lightsaber design was inspired by ancient medieval broadsword designs, reflecting his raw, unrefined, and aggressive fighting style.