Red Dead Redemption Costume
Channel your inner outlaw with a rugged, detailed frontier look.
Step into the rugged shoes of Arthur Morgan from Red Dead Redemption 2 with this authentic outlaw look. Perfect for gaming conventions and Halloween, this costume captures the gritty, weathered aesthetic of the American frontier. The ensemble relies on classic Western layers, including a signature hat, denim vest, and leather accents.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $70–180
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What you need for a Red Dead Redemption costume
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Arthur Morgan style hat
A dark brown, weathered cowboy hat with a thin black band, ideally featuring a small rope or feather detail.
DIY: Use a cheap brown foam or felt cowboy hat and lightly sand the edges for a worn look.
Blue button-down shirt
A rugged, long-sleeve blue cotton or denim work shirt with a button collar.
Black or dark brown vest
A button-up utility vest, preferably in a dark denim, canvas, or leather texture.
DIY: Cut the sleeves off an old dark denim jacket and sand the edges to fray them.
Red neckerchief
A simple red cotton bandana worn loosely tied around the neck.
DIY: Cut a square of red scrap fabric and fold it diagonally.
Dark work pants
Sturdy dark brown or black canvas work pants or jeans, tucked into boots.
Leather gun belt and holster
A weathered brown leather belt with a single or double thigh holster.
DIY: Modify a thick brown leather belt with cardboard and brown vinyl wrap to form a holster.
Riding boots
Knee-high or mid-calf dark brown leather cowboy boots, optionally fitted with metal spurs.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the blue long-sleeve button-down shirt and roll the sleeves up slightly to the forearms.
- 2
Tie the red bandana loosely around your neck, leaving the triangle point facing forward.
- 3
Layer the dark vest over the shirt, leaving it unbuttoned or only partially buttoned.
- 4
Put on the dark work pants and tuck them securely into the brown leather riding boots.
- 5
Buckle the leather holster belt low on your hips, securing the thigh strap if applicable.
- 6
Place the weathered cowboy hat firmly on your head, tilting it slightly downward.
- 7
Add optional props like a toy revolver in the holster or a satchel slung over your shoulder.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair in a slightly messy, swept-back look. If you can grow stubble or a short beard, keep it unkempt; otherwise, use brown face paint or stippling makeup to create a rugged, five-o'clock shadow and add light dirt smudges to your cheeks.
Red Dead Redemption for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair Arthur Morgan with Sadie Adler in her yellow shirt, black vest, and wide-brimmed hat.
- group
- Assemble the Van der Linde gang with Dutch in a fancy red vest and John Marston in his signature denim vest.
- kids
- A simplified version with a plaid shirt, brown vest, felt cowboy hat, and a toy horse.
- Plus size
- Opt for a relaxed-fit canvas vest and stretch-denim work pants for maximum comfort during long wear.
- pet
- A small brown cowboy hat and a red bandana collar for your dog.
Tips
- To make the costume look authentic, distress the clothes by rubbing them with sandpaper or dusting them with actual dirt.
- Make sure your boots are broken in before wearing them to a convention or party.
- Keep toy weapons orange-tipped and secured in their holsters to comply with local event safety rules.
Red Dead Redemption costume FAQ
- How do I make my clothes look weathered like Arthur Morgan's?
- Rub sandpaper over high-wear areas like elbows, knees, and pockets, and lightly mist them with highly diluted brown acrylic paint or tea.
- What kind of hat does Arthur Morgan wear?
- Arthur wears a custom dark brown, weathered leather slouch hat with a thin black band and a rope detail.
- Is this costume suitable for cold weather?
- Yes, the layered shirt, vest, and heavy pants make it excellent for cooler autumn weather.
Did you know? Arthur Morgan's iconic hat is so central to his character that players can lose it during fistfights or gunfights in Red Dead Redemption 2 and must physically pick it back up.