Starlight Costume
Shine bright in Annie January's iconic white and gold superhero suit.
Starlight (Annie January) from The Boys is a fan-favorite costume choice because she represents genuine heroism in a corrupt world. Her classic look features a striking white and gold bodysuit paired with a matching cape and tall boots. This guide helps you recreate her original, iconic Seven uniform with both store-bought and DIY options.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $50–120
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What you need for a Starlight costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Starlight costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
White and Gold Bodysuit or Dress
A form-fitting white dress or long-sleeve bodysuit featuring gold star emblems and gold trim detailing.
DIY: Use a white long-sleeve bodycon dress and add gold fabric paint or metallic gold vinyl stars to the chest and sleeves.
White Cape
A mid-length white cape that attaches at the shoulders, featuring gold trim along the edges.
DIY: Cut a piece of white satin fabric to knee length and fabric-glue gold ribbon along the borders.
Gold Belt and Tiara
A metallic gold waist belt with a star buckle, paired with a matching thin gold star headband or tiara.
DIY: Cut the belt and tiara shapes out of gold craft foam, then secure them with Velcro or elastic.
White Thigh-High Boots
White faux-leather boots with a chunky heel, ideally featuring gold trim at the top.
DIY: Wear white knee-high socks over white heels, or add gold tape to the tops of plain white boots.
Gold Gauntlets
Metallic gold forearm cuffs or fingerless gloves that match the belt.
DIY: Wrap gold metallic spandex fabric or painted craft foam around your forearms.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Starlight costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the white and gold bodysuit or dress as your base layer.
- 2
Pull on the white thigh-high boots, ensuring they fit comfortably over any tights if worn.
- 3
Secure the gold belt tightly around your waist to define the silhouette.
- 4
Attach the white cape to the shoulders of the dress or bodysuit using the built-in fasteners or safety pins.
- 5
Slip on the gold gauntlets over your forearms.
- 6
Place the gold star tiara or headband on your head, positioning it just behind your hairline.
- 7
Style your hair in soft, voluminous waves to complete the classic superhero look.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair in long, voluminous blonde waves with a neat center part. Keep makeup bright and fresh with a soft pink lip, shimmering gold eyeshadow, and a touch of highlighter on the cheekbones to mimic her glowing light powers.
Starlight for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Hughie Campbell wearing a green utility jacket, graphic tee, and jeans.
- group
- Form the Seven with Homelander, Queen Maeve, A-Train, and Black Noir.
- kids
- A kid-friendly version features a comfortable white long-sleeve tee with gold star decals and a simple white skirt.
- Plus size
- Look for stretch-spandex bodysuits or A-line white dresses that offer comfortable movement and support.
Tips
- Wear seamless, nude-colored undergarments beneath the white bodysuit to keep the look clean and polished.
- If you plan to walk a lot, look for white boots with a low block heel or wedge rather than stilettos.
- For photos, hold your hands out in front of you with palms facing forward to pose as if you are channeling your light-manipulation powers.
- Keep a small sewing kit or safety pins handy to secure the cape if it starts to pull back during the night.
Starlight costume FAQ
- What color is Starlight's costume?
- Starlight's classic costume is primarily white and metallic gold, featuring a white dress, white cape, gold belt, gold gauntlets, and white boots.
- How do you style hair for a Starlight costume?
- Style your hair in long, voluminous blonde waves with a center part, or use a high-quality blonde cosplay wig styled with soft curls.
- Is the Starlight costume comfortable for Halloween?
- Yes, especially if you choose a dress version rather than a tight bodysuit. Opting for low-heeled white boots will also make walking much easier.
Did you know? In the TV series, Starlight's costume design undergoes a dramatic shift to reflect her changing relationship with Vought and her journey toward reclaiming her personal autonomy.