Rarity Costume
Bring Equestria's most glamorous fashionista pony to life with effortless style.
Rarity is the elegant, fashion-loving unicorn from My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic. Fans choose this look to showcase her sophisticated, glamorous aesthetic, which translates beautifully into a humanized cosplay. The outfit centers on a clean white base, a flowing purple wig, and her signature blue diamond cutie mark.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $35–85
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See yourself as Rarity
One clear photo of yourself; we render you in this costume — face untouched, full body, about 20 seconds.
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What you need for a Rarity costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Rarity costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
White dress or top and skirt combo
A clean, bright white skater dress, or a white top paired with a structured white A-line skirt to represent her coat.
DIY: Use a plain white dress or white t-shirt and matching skirt from your closet.
Purple curled wig
A long, vibrant purple wig styled with voluminous, bouncy curls to mimic her perfectly coiffed mane.
DIY: Style your natural hair with temporary purple hair spray and a curling iron.
Unicorn horn and ears headband
A white headband featuring a spiral white unicorn horn and two white pony ears.
DIY: Roll white felt into a cone shape, wrap it with silver thread, and glue it to a plain white headband with felt ears.
Blue diamond cutie mark patches
Three light blue glittery diamond shapes representing her signature cutie mark, placed on the hip of the skirt.
DIY: Cut three diamond shapes out of blue glitter foam or felt and pin or fabric-tape them to your skirt.
Purple waist sash or belt
A satin purple sash or belt to cinch the waist and tie the color scheme together.
DIY: Use a strip of purple satin ribbon tied in a bow at the back.
Purple or silver ballet flats
Simple, elegant slip-on flats in a matching purple or metallic silver.
DIY: Use plain white or silver shoes you already own.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Rarity costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the white dress or the white top and skirt combination as your clean base layer.
- 2
Attach the three blue glitter diamond cutie marks to the lower left side of your skirt using safety pins or fabric tape.
- 3
Tie the purple satin sash around your waist, securing it with a neat bow at the side or back.
- 4
Carefully put on the purple curly wig, securing it with a wig cap and bobby pins.
- 5
Place the white unicorn horn and ears headband securely on your head, blending it slightly with the wig's bangs.
- 6
Slip on your purple or silver ballet flats to complete the look.
Makeup & hair
Apply light blue eyeshadow, dramatic winged black eyeliner, and a touch of pink lipstick. Style the purple wig so the curls drape elegantly over one shoulder, keeping the horn headband visible.
Rarity for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Spike the Dragon or Twilight Sparkle for a classic Ponyville duo.
- group
- Gather friends to dress as the rest of the Mane Six (Twilight Sparkle, Pinkie Pie, Rainbow Dash, Applejack, and Fluttershy).
- kids
- Use a white tutu, a purple t-shirt, and a simple unicorn headband for a comfortable, kid-friendly version.
- Plus size
- An empire-waist white maxi dress paired with a wide purple belt offers a comfortable, elegant, and flattering silhouette.
- pet
- A simple white dog sweater adorned with three blue felt diamonds on the hip.
Tips
- Keep a hairbrush handy to gently detangle the synthetic purple wig throughout the day.
- If wearing this outdoors in cooler weather, layer with white tights and a white cardigan.
- Strike elegant, poised poses for photos, keeping your hands near your face to show off your glamorous side.
Rarity costume FAQ
- What is Rarity's cutie mark?
- Her cutie mark consists of three light blue diamonds, which represent her talent for finding gems and her eye for fashion.
- How do I make the cutie mark for the costume?
- You can easily cut three diamond shapes out of blue glitter felt, craft foam, or cardstock, and attach them to your skirt with double-sided fabric tape.
- What color is Rarity's hair and body?
- Rarity has a bright white body (represented by your white dress) and deep purple hair (represented by the curly purple wig).
Did you know? Rarity is a talented fashion designer who runs her own boutique in Equestria, making her the most style-conscious character in the series.