Stormtrooper Costume
Serve the Galactic Empire in iconic white and black armor.
The Stormtrooper is one of the most recognizable sci-fi characters in cinematic history, making it a premier choice for conventions and Halloween. The canonical look consists of an eighteen-piece glossy white plastoid armor set worn over a sealed black body glove. Complete with a detailed helmet, utility belt, and blaster, this costume demands attention to detail for a screen-accurate finish.
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $80–700
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What you need for a Stormtrooper costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Stormtrooper costume — one box instead of 7 pieces.
Stormtrooper Helmet
A glossy white full-head helmet with dark gray eye lenses, blue cheek stripes, and black frown detailing.
DIY: Modify a basic plastic toy helmet with white gloss paint and hand-painted gray and blue details.
Black Undersuit
A two-piece compression set or a one-piece spandex bodysuit in solid matte black.
DIY: Wear a snug black long-sleeve athletic shirt and matching black leggings.
White Body Armor Plates
A collection of molded white plastic plates covering the chest, back, shoulders, biceps, forearms, thighs, and shins.
DIY: Cut and heat-shape white EVA foam sheets, then seal and paint them with a high-gloss white finish.
White Utility Belt
A sturdy white canvas or plastic belt featuring ammunition pouches and a rear thermal detonator canister.
DIY: Attach white foam blocks and a painted PVC pipe section to a heavy-duty white webbing belt.
Black Gloves with Hand Plates
Snug black fabric or rubber gloves fitted with white pentagonal armor plates on the back of the hands.
DIY: Glue white craft foam plates onto the backs of plain black jersey gloves.
White Ankle Boots
Flat, white leather or faux-leather ankle boots with a black elastic side panel.
DIY: Paint an old pair of leather ankle boots with white leather-safe acrylic paint.
E-11 Blaster Prop
A black replica blaster rifle featuring a folding stock, scope, and cylindrical magazine.
DIY: Construct a basic blaster silhouette using painted black PVC pipes and cardboard details.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black undersuit and secure any neck seals or balaclavas to cover exposed skin.
- 2
Slide on the lower leg armor pieces (shins and thighs), securing them with internal elastic straps or Velcro.
- 3
Fasten the codpiece and posterior armor plates around your hips.
- 4
Put on the chest and back plates, securing them over your shoulders with the ribbed white shoulder straps.
- 5
Attach the shoulder bells, biceps, and forearm armor guards, ensuring they connect securely to the shoulder straps.
- 6
Buckle the white utility belt around your waist, positioning the holster on your left side.
- 7
Put on the black gloves, slip into the white boots, and carefully lower the helmet onto your head.
Makeup & hair
No makeup or hair styling is required, as the full-head helmet completely conceals your face and head.
Stormtrooper for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Darth Vader, a Scout Trooper, or an Imperial Officer for a commanding duo.
- group
- Assemble a squad of Stormtroopers led by a Commander wearing an orange shoulder pauldron.
- kids
- Use a lightweight, molded plastic mask and a printed fabric jumpsuit for easy movement.
- Plus size
- Opt for armor kits with adjustable strapping or use a highly detailed printed fabric jumpsuit for maximum comfort.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a lightweight foam saddle harness designed to look like a miniature trooper riding on their back.
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Kids stormtrooper costume
- Use a lightweight, molded plastic mask and a printed fabric jumpsuit for easy movement.
Tips
- Wear moisture-wicking undergarments beneath the black undersuit to manage heat inside the plastic armor.
- Apply adhesive foam padding inside the helmet to ensure a snug fit and prevent it from shifting while walking.
- Keep a pack of baby wipes handy to easily clean scuffs off the glossy white armor plates during events.
- Practice walking and climbing stairs beforehand, as the leg armor significantly limits your peripheral vision and knee flexibility.
Stormtrooper costume FAQ
- What do you wear under Stormtrooper armor?
- You should wear a snug, moisture-wicking black compression shirt and pants, or a one-piece black spandex bodysuit, to prevent chafing and hide bare skin.
- Is a Stormtrooper costume hard to walk in?
- Yes, the rigid thigh and shin plates limit knee flexion, and the helmet restricts downward peripheral vision, requiring slow and deliberate steps.
- How do you keep the armor pieces from falling off?
- Most screen-accurate kits use a system of internal elastic straps, snaps, and heavy-duty hook-and-loop fasteners to link the plates together.
Did you know? The original Stormtrooper helmets from the 1977 film were hand-painted and asymmetrical because they were cast from molds that were quickly sculpted by hand.