Outlander Costume
Step into the Scottish Highlands with authentic 18th-century style.
Inspired by the hit historical drama series, an Outlander costume lets you channel the rugged romance of the Scottish Highlands. Most fans choose to dress as either Claire Fraser in her classic tartan kilt skirt and knit cowl, or Jamie Fraser in his traditional highlander kilt and leather jerkin. This guide covers how to assemble these historically inspired, cozy, and dramatic looks.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $50–150
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What you need for a Outlander costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Outlander costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Tartan Kilt or Kilt Skirt
A pleated wool or acrylic skirt in a muted green, brown, and blue Fraser tartan pattern.
DIY: Wrap a length of plaid fabric around your waist, pleating the back and securing it with a leather belt.
Chunky Knit Cowl Scarf
A thick, oversized grey or brown knit cowl scarf wrapped snugly around the neck.
DIY: Use a thick grey knit scarf and wrap it multiple times around your neck, tucking the ends in.
Lace-Up Corset or Bodice
A brown or black faux-leather or heavy canvas lace-up corset vest worn over a blouse.
White Renaissance Blouse
A loose-fitting, long-sleeved white or cream linen chemise with ruffled cuffs.
DIY: Use an oversized white button-down shirt with the collar tucked in and sleeves rolled up.
Leather Sporran or Pouch
A traditional Scottish leather pouch worn around the waist over the kilt.
DIY: Slide a small brown leather crossbody bag onto a thick waist belt.
Brown Riding Boots
Flat, knee-high distressed brown leather boots.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Outlander costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the white linen chemise blouse, pulling the neckline slightly off the shoulders if desired.
- 2
Layer the lace-up corset vest over the blouse and lace it snugly at the front or back.
- 3
Secure the pleated tartan kilt skirt around your waist, aligning the plaid pattern.
- 4
Fasten a wide leather belt over the skirt waistband, attaching the sporran pouch to the front.
- 5
Drape the oversized chunky knit cowl scarf over your shoulders and neck.
- 6
Put on knee-high brown socks and step into your distressed brown riding boots.
Makeup & hair
For Claire, style your hair into loose, voluminous, natural curls pinned back loosely at the sides. Keep makeup minimal and fresh-faced with a natural, wind-swept look.
Outlander for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair Claire's tartan skirt and cowl with Jamie Fraser wearing a full highland kilt, leather jerkin, and a prop sword.
- group
- Gather a group dressed as highlanders in various tartans, complete with wool shawls and leather vests.
- kids
- A miniature highlander outfit with a small tartan kilt and a simple white linen shirt.
- Plus size
- A lace-up corset bodice provides an adjustable fit over a flowing linen chemise.
- pet
- A plaid dog bandana or a small tartan coat to match your highland theme.
Tips
- Opt for earth tones like forest green, brown, slate grey, and navy to match the show's historical color palette.
- The knit cowl and layered skirts make this costume exceptionally warm and perfect for chilly autumn weather.
- For photos, pose outdoors against a backdrop of stone walls, forests, or grassy hills to capture the Scottish Highlands vibe.
Outlander costume FAQ
- What is the official Outlander tartan?
- The official show tartans are registered designs featuring muted, weathered tones of grey, brown, green, and blue, reflecting natural 18th-century dyes.
- How do I dress like Claire Fraser?
- Focus on her signature knit cowl scarf, a long tartan skirt, a structured bodice or jacket, and practical leather riding boots.
- Can I make this costume last-minute?
- Yes, by pairing a plaid scarf or skirt from your closet with a chunky knit grey scarf, a white blouse, and brown boots.
Did you know? The costume designers for the STARZ series deliberately avoided bright modern tartans, choosing instead to custom-weave fabrics in muted, earthy tones to reflect authentic 18th-century natural dyeing techniques.