Sirius Black Costume
Escape Azkaban in style with this detailed wizard cosplay guide.
Sirius Black is one of the most beloved characters in the Harry Potter franchise, known for his loyalty, tragic past, and rugged style. Fans love portraying him because of his distinct, weathered aesthetic that stands out from standard Hogwarts robes. This guide focuses on his iconic Azkaban escapee look, featuring a tattered striped uniform, a worn trench coat, and his signature runic chest tattoos.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–120
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What you need for a Sirius Black costume
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Striped prison uniform
A matching set of a long-sleeved shirt and pants featuring vertical gray and white stripes, heavily distressed at the hems.
DIY: Use a fabric marker or fabric paint to draw vertical gray stripes onto an oversized white long-sleeve shirt and matching pants.
Distressed trench coat
A long, weathered duster or trench coat in dark gray, brown, or black to layer over the prison uniform.
DIY: Take an old thrifted trench coat and use sandpaper, scissors, and watered-down black paint to give it a worn, dirty look.
Runic chest tattoos
Temporary tattoos featuring Nordic-style runes and geometric patterns to apply to the collarbone and chest.
DIY: Draw the runic symbols directly onto your skin using a waterproof black eyeliner pencil.
Messy dark brown wig
A shoulder-length, wavy dark brown wig styled to look unkempt and matted.
DIY: If you have medium-to-long hair, style it with dry shampoo and texturizing spray to create a messy, unwashed appearance.
Sirius Black wand
A replica toy wand featuring a square handle carved with unique runic symbols.
DIY: Carve details into a thick wooden dowel or chopstick, then paint it dark brown with acrylic paint.
Azkaban prison placard
A rectangular cardboard sign featuring the Azkaban prison name and prisoner number 390.
DIY: Cut out a piece of cardboard, paint it gray, and write 'AZKABAN PRISON' and '390' in bold black lettering.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the striped gray and white Azkaban prison shirt and matching pants.
- 2
Apply the temporary runic tattoos to your upper chest and collarbone area, keeping them visible by leaving the top few buttons of the shirt open.
- 3
Layer the distressed dark trench coat over the prison uniform, leaving it completely unbuttoned.
- 4
Put on the shoulder-length wavy wig, using hairspray or texturizing spray to make it look matted and unkempt.
- 5
Apply dark makeup under your eyes and light faux dirt smudges to your face and hands.
- 6
Hold your carved wooden wand in one hand and the Azkaban prison placard in the other to complete the look.
Makeup & hair
Use a dark brown, shoulder-length wavy wig and style it to look messy and unkempt. Apply gray and brown eyeshadow under the eyes to create a gaunt, sleep-deprived Azkaban look, and add light faux dirt smudges to the face and hands.
Sirius Black for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with Remus Lupin in a worn tweed suit, or Harry Potter in Gryffindor robes.
- group
- Join a group of Marauders (James Potter, Lupin, Pettigrew) or a Death Eater battle lineup with Bellatrix Lestrange.
- kids
- A kid-sized striped prison outfit with a toy wand and a miniature placard makes a fun, lightweight costume.
- Plus size
- Opt for a loose-fitting, oversized striped tunic and a relaxed-fit duster coat for a comfortable, screen-accurate silhouette.
- pet
- Dress a black dog as Padfoot with a simple Gryffindor scarf.
Tips
- To make the prison uniform look authentic, use sandpaper or a wire brush to fray the hems and collar.
- Water down black and brown acrylic paint and lightly sponge it onto the clothes to simulate years of Azkaban grime.
- Keep the chest tattoos visible by leaving the top three buttons of the striped shirt undone.
Sirius Black costume FAQ
- What does Sirius Black's Azkaban tattoo look like?
- His chest tattoos consist of runic symbols and geometric patterns, which can be easily recreated using temporary tattoo paper or a black eyeliner pencil.
- How do I style my hair for a Sirius Black costume?
- Use a shoulder-length, wavy dark brown wig. Apply texturizing sea salt spray or dry shampoo to give it a matte, messy, and unkempt texture.
- What props are essential for this costume?
- The most important props are his unique square-handled wand and the Azkaban prison placard showing his prisoner number, 390.
Did you know? Gary Oldman, who played Sirius Black in the films, suggested the character's extensive runic tattoos, drawing inspiration from Russian prison tattoos to show Sirius's rugged and rebellious nature.