Rhea Ripley Costume
Unleash your inner WWE champion with a fierce, goth-metal wrestling look.
Step into the ring as WWE superstar Rhea Ripley, known for her dominant presence and goth-metal aesthetic. This costume is a favorite for fans who want a powerful, edgy look that stands out at any convention or Halloween party. The ensemble features a studded black-and-purple outfit, fishnets, dramatic dark makeup, and plenty of metal hardware.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–120
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What you need for a Rhea Ripley costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Rhea Ripley costume — one box instead of 7 pieces.
Black Cropped Halter Top
A sleeveless black faux-leather or spandex halter crop top.
Black Faux-Leather Briefs or Shorts
High-waisted black booty shorts or briefs, ideally decorated with silver studs.
DIY: Take plain black high-waisted shorts and add silver pyramid studs along the waistband.
Purple Leather Paint
Acrylic leather paint to add Rhea's signature purple wing or scale designs to the shorts.
Black Fishnet Tights
Classic black fishnet stockings, worn high on the waist.
Studded Black Vest
A sleeveless black or white faux-leather moto vest adorned with metal studs, spikes, and chains.
DIY: Buy a cheap faux-leather vest and manually add clip-on metal studs and safety chains.
Studded Choker and Wristbands
Black faux-leather collar and cuffs with silver metal spikes or studs.
Championship Toy Belt
A replica WWE Women's World Championship belt to carry over your shoulder.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black fishnet tights first, pulling them up to sit comfortably at your waist.
- 2
Layer the black high-waisted studded shorts over the fishnets.
- 3
Put on the black cropped halter top, ensuring a snug, athletic fit.
- 4
If you painted purple wing designs on your shorts or vest, ensure they are fully dry before putting them on.
- 5
Layer the heavy studded faux-leather vest over the halter top.
- 6
Accessorize with the studded choker, matching spiked wristbands, and heavy black combat boots.
- 7
Drape the replica WWE championship belt over your shoulder to complete the champion look.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair in a short, slicked-back black pixie cut or use a dark wig. Apply heavy black eyeshadow, sharp winged eyeliner, and a bold black or deep plum lipstick to match her signature goth makeup.
Rhea Ripley for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with a partner dressed as Dominik Mysterio in a black Judgment Day vest and mullet wig.
- group
- Form the Judgment Day faction with friends dressed as Damian Priest, Finn Bálor, and JD McDonagh.
- kids
- A kid-friendly version swaps the briefs for black athletic leggings and a graphic WWE tee under a lightweight studded vest.
- Plus size
- High-waisted black faux-leather shorts or leggings paired with a supportive black halter top offer a comfortable, confident fit.
Tips
- Wear comfortable black combat boots, as Rhea's look is built on practical, heavy-duty footwear.
- If you are using leather paint for the purple accents, use painter's tape to get clean, sharp lines on the shorts.
- Practice your best Rhea Ripley stomp and flex for photos to capture her imposing ring presence.
Rhea Ripley costume FAQ
- What is Rhea Ripley's signature color scheme?
- Her look is primarily black faux leather with silver metal studs, spikes, and chains, accented by vibrant purple details.
- How do I style my hair like Rhea Ripley?
- Rhea is famous for her short, dark, slicked-back hair. You can achieve this with strong-hold hair gel on short hair, or by styling a short black synthetic wig.
- What championship belt does Rhea Ripley carry?
- She is most commonly associated with the WWE Women's World Championship belt, which features a large gold plate on a white or black strap.
Did you know? Rhea Ripley's ring name was inspired by the character Ellen Ripley from the 'Alien' film franchise, reflecting her tough, no-nonsense attitude.