Lelouch Lamperouge Costume
Rule the rebellion in the iconic black and gold Ashford Academy uniform.
Lelouch Lamperouge, the brilliant protagonist of the hit anime Code Geass, is a favorite choice for anime fans and cosplayers. This guide focuses on his signature Ashford Academy school uniform, characterized by its sharp black high-collar jacket with gold trim. It is a sleek, commanding look that is instantly recognizable to any anime fan.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–120
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What you need for a Lelouch Lamperouge costume
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Ashford Academy Jacket
A black, slim-fit, high-collared jacket featuring gold trim along the collar, front opening, and cuffs, with a red standing collar insert.
DIY: Take a black high-collar jacket or Nehru jacket and use gold fabric paint or gold bias tape to add the trim and collar details.
Black Dress Pants
Slim-fit black dress pants or trousers that match the fabric of the jacket.
DIY: Use any pair of clean, well-fitted black school or work trousers.
White Dress Shirt
A simple white button-down shirt worn underneath the jacket, visible only at the collar.
DIY: Use any standard white collared shirt from your closet.
Black Dress Shoes
Polished black dress shoes or simple black boots to complete the formal school uniform look.
DIY: Any clean black school shoes or formal shoes will work.
Geass Eye Contact Lens
A single red decorative contact lens featuring the bird-like Geass sigil for his left eye.
DIY: Skip the lens and use a temporary tattoo or face paint to draw the small red Geass symbol on your eyelid, or use photo editing later.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the white dress shirt, keeping the collar neatly pressed.
- 2
Put on the slim-fit black dress pants and secure them with a simple black belt.
- 3
Put on the Ashford Academy jacket, fastening the high collar completely to showcase the gold trim and red inner collar.
- 4
Put on the polished black dress shoes.
- 5
Carefully insert the Geass contact lens into your left eye if you are using one.
- 6
Style your hair into Lelouch's signature messy, feathered dark brown style.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair or a wig into Lelouch's short, dark brown, feathered cut with bangs framing the face. Keep makeup clean and pale, using a touch of concealer and light powder, with optional subtle eyeliner to define the eyes.
Lelouch Lamperouge for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with CC in her white containment suit or black Empress gown.
- group
- Group up with Suzaku Kururugi in his white Lancelot pilot suit and Kallen Stadtfeld in her red rebellion uniform.
- kids
- A scaled-down version of the black high-collar school uniform with gold trim.
- Plus size
- Choose a stretch-blend black jacket and trousers for a comfortable, tailored fit.
Tips
- Keep your posture upright and regal to match Lelouch's dramatic, aristocratic demeanor.
- If using a wig, use a light-hold hairspray to keep the feathered bangs out of your eyes while maintaining the anime shape.
- Practice his signature dramatic hand poses, such as covering his left eye or pointing dramatically, for photos.
Lelouch Lamperouge costume FAQ
- What color is Lelouch's hair?
- Lelouch has dark brown, almost black, feathered hair with long bangs that frame his face.
- How do I get the Geass eye effect?
- You can purchase specialty cosplay contact lenses featuring the red bird-like Geass symbol, or edit the effect into your photos afterward.
- What is the difference between his school uniform and Zero outfit?
- The school uniform is a black high-collar jacket with gold trim, while the Zero outfit features a massive high-collared purple cape, a blue/black bodysuit, and a full face-covering helmet.
Did you know? Lelouch's character design was created by the famous manga artist group CLAMP, which is why he has the signature tall, slender, and elegant proportions characteristic of their art style.