Mulan Costume
Bring honor to us all with this classic Disney warrior princess look.
Fa Mulan is one of Disney's most courageous and beloved heroines, celebrated for her bravery, intelligence, and devotion to her family. While she has several iconic looks, her most recognizable outfit is her traditional green, blue, and yellow Chinese-inspired dress from the 1998 animated film. This guide helps you recreate her classic princess look or her warrior disguise for your next event.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–120
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What you need for a Mulan costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Mulan costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Green and yellow hanfu dress
A traditional Chinese-style wrap dress featuring a bright yellow skirt, a green top section, and cream-colored long sleeves.
DIY: Combine a long yellow maxi skirt with a green wrap blouse and a cream long-sleeve undershirt.
Blue waist sash
A wide, royal blue fabric sash worn tightly around the waist to cinch the dress.
DIY: Cut a wide strip of royal blue satin or cotton fabric and tie it around your waist.
Red waistband ribbon
A thin red ribbon or sash worn directly over the center of the blue sash.
DIY: Use a length of thick red satin ribbon tied in a neat knot at the front.
Black ballet flats
Simple, comfortable black slip-on shoes or traditional Chinese cotton shoes.
DIY: Use any plain black ballet flats or slip-on shoes you already own.
Toy sword or fan
A prop Chinese jian sword or a traditional folding paper fan to represent her dual nature.
DIY: Carry a simple white or red folding hand fan.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Mulan costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the cream-colored long-sleeve undershirt first.
- 2
Layer the green wrap top over the undershirt, crossing it left over right in the traditional style.
- 3
Put on the bright yellow maxi skirt, pulling it up to meet the bottom of the green top.
- 4
Wrap the wide royal blue sash tightly around your waist where the top and skirt meet, securing it in place.
- 5
Tie the thin red ribbon directly over the middle of the blue sash, letting the ends hang down slightly.
- 6
Slip into the black flat shoes.
- 7
Style your hair and carry your chosen prop, either the folding fan or the toy sword.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair in a neat, high bun secured with a red ribbon or a gold hair comb. Keep makeup classic and clean with a touch of pink lipstick, light blush, and defined eyebrows to match her animated appearance.
Mulan for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Li Shang in his Chinese army armor, or Mushu in a red dragon onesie.
- group
- Form a group with Mushu, Cri-Kee, Li Shang, and her soldier friends Yao, Ling, and Chien-Po.
- kids
- A comfortable, simplified version of the green and yellow dress with a stretchy waistband is perfect for kids.
- Plus size
- Look for wrap-style hanfu dresses with adjustable waist ties for a comfortable, custom fit.
- pet
- Dress your pet in a small red dragon costume to represent Mushu.
Tips
- Secure the waist sashes with safety pins on the inside to keep them from slipping down while walking.
- Opt for flat, comfortable shoes like cotton Mary Janes if you plan to walk or stand for long periods.
- If using a wig, use plenty of bobby pins and a wig cap to keep it secure and neat all day.
- Iron or steam the dress beforehand, as satin and polyester blends crease easily and look best when smooth.
Mulan costume FAQ
- What colors are in Mulan's princess dress?
- Her signature dress features a bright yellow skirt, a green wrap top with cream sleeves, a wide royal blue waist sash, and a thin red ribbon tied over the sash.
- How do I do Mulan's hair for this costume?
- Her hair is styled in a neat, high bun. You can use a bun maker donut for volume and wrap a red ribbon or insert a gold hair comb at the base.
- Can I make a DIY Mulan warrior costume instead?
- Yes! You can recreate her Ping warrior look using a dark green or gray tunic, matching pants, a wide brown belt, wrap-around leg guards, and a toy sword.
Did you know? Mulan's name translates to 'magnolia' in Chinese, which is why magnolia blossoms appear as a recurring motif throughout the 1998 animated film.