Princess Zelda Costume
Rule Hyrule in style with this elegant royal princess costume guide.
Princess Zelda is the titular royal ruler from Nintendo's legendary video game franchise, The Legend of Zelda. Fans love this costume for its elegant, regal aesthetic and rich fantasy lore. The classic look features a flowing pink and white gown, a detailed royal tabard, golden shoulder armor, and a tiara.
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Time
- ~120 min
- Budget
- $60–200
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What you need for a Princess Zelda costume
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White and pink gown
A floor-length white dress with a pink underskirt or pink side panels, featuring long sleeves.
DIY: Use a long white maxi dress and layer a pink fabric panel or skirt underneath.
Royal crest tabard
A long, narrow blue and white fabric banner hanging from the waist, featuring the Triforce and Royal Crest of Hyrule.
DIY: Paint the golden Triforce and red crest onto a strip of blue fabric using fabric paint.
Golden shoulder armor and tiara
Ornate gold-colored pauldrons (shoulder guards) and a matching pointed crown or tiara.
DIY: Craft the armor pieces and tiara using craft foam (EVA foam), painted gold and sealed.
White gloves
Elbow-length white satin gloves, sometimes decorated with gold trim at the cuffs.
DIY: Add gold fabric paint or ribbon trim to the cuffs of plain white costume gloves.
Pointed elf ears
Prosthetic slip-on pointed ear tips that match your skin tone.
Triforce accessory
A small golden triangle prop or a necklace representing the Triforce of Wisdom.
DIY: Cut a triangle out of thick cardboard or plastic and paint it metallic gold.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the base white and pink gown, ensuring it fits comfortably and flows to the floor.
- 2
Secure the royal crest tabard around your waist so it hangs straight down the center front.
- 3
Attach the golden shoulder armor pieces, securing them to the dress straps or using a clear elastic harness.
- 4
Slip on the elbow-length white gloves and adjust them so they sit smoothly on your arms.
- 5
Apply spirit gum or cosmetic adhesive to attach the pointed elf ear prosthetics over your natural ears, blending with foundation if needed.
- 6
Place the golden tiara on your head, securing it with bobby pins hidden in your hair.
- 7
Carry your Triforce prop or put on the Triforce necklace to complete the royal look.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair into long, flowing blonde locks with two braided sections framing the face, secured with gold bands. Keep makeup soft and regal with neutral eyeshadow, a touch of pink blush, and a soft pink lip.
Princess Zelda for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Link in his iconic green tunic or blue Champion's tunic.
- group
- Form a Hyrule party with Link, Ganondorf, and a Sheikah warrior.
- kids
- Use a simplified, comfortable one-piece Zelda dress with a soft fabric crown.
- Plus size
- A high-waisted A-line gown provides a comfortable, flattering fit for all-day wear.
- pet
- Dress your pet in a small green Link tunic or a tiny blue royal cape.
Tips
- Use bobby pins generously to keep the heavy tiara secure while walking around.
- If using prosthetic ears, test the adhesive on your skin a day before to check for allergies.
- Wear comfortable flat shoes or low wedges under the long gown, as they will be hidden by the hem.
- Keep a small touch-up kit with extra spirit gum and bobby pins in your bag.
Princess Zelda costume FAQ
- What color is Princess Zelda's hair?
- Zelda's hair color varies by game; she is blonde in games like Breath of the Wild and Skyward Sword, but has brunette/light brown hair in Twilight Princess.
- How do I make Zelda's armor at home?
- You can easily make her shoulder armor and tiara using craft foam (EVA foam), cutting the shapes, gluing them together, and painting them with metallic gold acrylic paint.
- What does Zelda wear on her head?
- She wears an ornate golden tiara or crown, often decorated with a blue or red teardrop gem in the center.
Did you know? Despite the video game series being named 'The Legend of Zelda', the main playable protagonist is actually Link, while Zelda is the princess he must rescue or assist.