Seven Deadly Sins Costume
Lead the Seven Deadly Sins as the Dragon's Sin of Wrath.
Dressing as Meliodas from the hit anime The Seven Deadly Sins is a fantastic choice for anime conventions, cosplay events, or Halloween. This guide focuses on his signature outfit, which combines simple closet staples with a few key fantasy accessories. The look is highly recognizable, comfortable to wear, and perfect for fans of the legendary captain.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–90
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What you need for a Seven Deadly Sins costume
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White button-up shirt
A classic white long-sleeved dress shirt with the sleeves rolled up past the elbows.
DIY: Use any plain white dress shirt you already own and roll up the sleeves.
Black sleeveless vest
A short, fitted black vest or waistcoat worn open or partially buttoned.
DIY: Cut the sleeves off an old black button-up shirt or jacket.
Loose red tie
A thin red necktie worn loosely around the collar without being fully tightened.
DIY: Use a strip of red fabric or ribbon tied loosely in a simple knot.
White trousers
Slim-fit white pants or jeans tucked directly into your boots.
DIY: Use white jeans or chinos from your wardrobe.
Black ankle boots
Simple black leather or faux-leather boots that rise just above the ankle.
DIY: Any dark-colored work boots or high-top shoes will work.
Dragon Handle broken sword
A prop sword featuring a green hilt shaped like a coiled dragon, housed in a green scabbard with a gold chain strap.
DIY: Craft the dragon hilt out of green EVA foam and attach it to a toy sword blade cut in half.
Spiky blond wig
A bright blond wig styled into messy, textured anime spikes with a prominent center cowlick.
DIY: Style a standard short blond wig using heavy-hold hair gel or hairspray to create chunky spikes.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the white button-up shirt and roll both sleeves up past your elbows.
- 2
Put on the white trousers and secure them with a simple belt if needed.
- 3
Layer the black sleeveless vest over the white shirt, leaving it unbuttoned for a relaxed look.
- 4
Tie the red tie loosely around your neck, letting it hang low and relaxed below the collar.
- 5
Tuck the cuffs of your white trousers securely into your black ankle boots.
- 6
Put on the styled blond wig, ensuring the signature messy spikes and cowlick are positioned correctly.
- 7
Sling the green scabbard across your back using the gold chain strap so the Dragon Handle sits over your shoulder.
Makeup & hair
Style a bright blond wig into messy, spiky layers with a prominent cowlick at the top of the head. Keep makeup natural, using a brow pencil to define thick, expressive anime-style eyebrows.
Seven Deadly Sins for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair Meliodas with Elizabeth Liones in her classic pink top and dark skirt Boar Hat tavern uniform.
- group
- Gather a group to dress as the other Sins, including Ban, King, Diane, and Gowther.
- kids
- Create a kid-friendly version using a comfortable white shirt, black vest, and a soft foam toy sword for safety.
- Plus size
- Choose a stretch-fabric white shirt and a flexible knit vest for a comfortable, breathable fit.
- pet
- Dress a small pet in a pink outfit or a simple green pig costume to represent Hawk, the captain of the scraps disposal.
Tips
- Use lightweight foam or plastic for the prop sword so it remains comfortable to carry on your back all day.
- Secure your wig with a wig cap and bobby pins to keep it from shifting during long convention walks.
- If you cannot find a green scabbard, wrap a standard toy scabbard in green faux leather or green duct tape.
Seven Deadly Sins costume FAQ
- His signature weapon is the Dragon Handle, which is actually a broken sword that serves as a key to an ancient seal.
- His signature weapon is the Dragon Handle, which is actually a broken sword that serves as a key to an ancient seal.
- How do I style Meliodas's hair?
- Start with a short blond cosplay wig, use styling wax or hairspray to create chunky spikes, and twist the top section into a prominent cowlick.
- Is this costume hot to wear?
- No, because the vest is sleeveless and the shirt sleeves are rolled up, this is one of the coolest and most comfortable anime costumes to wear.
Did you know? Meliodas's character design, his role as a leader of legendary knights, and his broken sword are heavily inspired by classic Arthurian legends.