What class of Pandaren is this costume based on?

This look is based on the iconic Pandaren Monk, inspired by the Mists of Pandaria cinematic trailer, featuring the classic straw hat and martial arts robes.

Do I need a full mascot suit to dress as a Pandaren?

No, a stylized human-cosplay version using face paint, panda ears, and traditional robes is much more comfortable, breathable, and highly recognizable.

How do I secure the bamboo hat over the panda ears?

Position the headband slightly forward or backward, and let the ears peek out from just beneath the wide brim of the conical hat.

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Pandaren Costume

Embrace inner peace and martial arts mastery as a WoW Pandaren.

The Pandaren are the honorable, beer-loving panda-folk from World of Warcraft's Pandaria expansion. Popular among gamers and cosplayers, this look combines classic East Asian martial arts attire with distinct panda features. The costume centers around a traditional monk robe, a wide-brimmed bamboo hat, and black-and-white face paint.

Difficulty: Medium
Time: ~90 min
Budget: $50–150

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Panda Ears Headband
Plush black panda ears on a comfortable black headband.
DIY: Cut ear shapes out of black felt, stuff them slightly, and glue them onto a plain black headband.
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Asian Martial Arts Robe
A loose-fitting, long-sleeved robe or tunic in navy blue, red, or green with gold trim.
DIY: Modify an oversized navy blue bathrobe by adding gold ribbon trim along the collar and cuffs.
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Red Waist Sash
A wide, bright red fabric sash tied around the waist to cinch the robe.
DIY: Use a long strip of red fabric or a wide red scarf tied securely at the side.
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Black Harem Pants
Loose, baggy black pants that allow for easy movement and mimic the Pandaren silhouette.
DIY: Use loose black sweatpants and tuck the cuffs into your boots or leg wraps.
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Conical Bamboo Hat
A traditional woven bamboo sun hat, also known as a coolie hat, featuring a chin strap.
DIY: Cut a circle out of sturdy brown cardboard, remove a pie-shaped wedge, tape the edges together to form a cone, and paint it to look like woven straw.
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White and Black Face Paint
Hypoallergenic cream face paint to create the classic panda eye patches and white face base.
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How to put it together

1
Apply the white face paint base over your entire face, leaving the areas around your eyes bare.
2
Paint large, soft-edged black patches over your eyes, covering your eyebrows, and add a small black circle on the tip of your nose.
3
Put on the loose black harem pants and secure them comfortably.
4
Slip on the martial arts robe, wrapping it left-over-right across your chest.
5
Tie the wide red sash tightly around your waist over the robe to secure it in place.
6
Put on the panda ears headband, positioning it so it sits comfortably on your head.
7
Place the conical bamboo hat over the headband, securing the chin strap under your jaw so the ears peek out from the sides.

Makeup & hair

Use white face paint for a full face base, then paint large black patches over the eyes and a black nose tip. If you have long hair, tie it into two high buns to mimic panda ears, or wear a black wig styled in double buns under your hat.

Pandaren for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: Pair up with a Brewmaster holding a wooden keg prop, or a Shaman carrying elemental totems.
group: Form a Pandaren monk monastery group, with members wearing different colored robes (navy, red, green) and carrying training staffs.
kids: Use a cozy black-and-white panda onesie as the base, then add a small red sash and a lightweight straw hat.
Plus size: The loose, flowing cut of martial arts robes and baggy harem pants makes this exceptionally comfortable and easy to fit for all body types.
pet: A black-and-white dog sweater paired with a miniature straw hat attached to their collar.

Tips

Wear comfortable black boots or flats, as Pandaren are always ready for a journey or a fight.
Carry a plastic or foam staff, or a decorative gourd canteen to represent the iconic Brewmaster spec.
Set your face paint with a translucent setting powder to prevent smudging throughout the night.
Keep the robe loose around the shoulders to capture the bulky, powerful build of the Pandaren race.

Pandaren costume FAQ

What class of Pandaren is this costume based on?: This look is based on the iconic Pandaren Monk, inspired by the Mists of Pandaria cinematic trailer, featuring the classic straw hat and martial arts robes.
Do I need a full mascot suit to dress as a Pandaren?: No, a stylized human-cosplay version using face paint, panda ears, and traditional robes is much more comfortable, breathable, and highly recognizable.
How do I secure the bamboo hat over the panda ears?: Position the headband slightly forward or backward, and let the ears peek out from just beneath the wide brim of the conical hat.

Did you know? Pandaren started as an April Fools' joke by Blizzard's art director Samwise Didier before becoming so popular that they were officially introduced as a playable race in the 2012 expansion, Mists of Pandaria.