The Fifth Element Costume
Bring Jean Paul Gaultier's iconic 1997 sci-fi fashion to life.
The Fifth Element is a sci-fi classic beloved for its vibrant, avant-garde costumes designed by fashion legend Jean Paul Gaultier. Whether you choose Leeloo's iconic orange suspenders, Korben Dallas's minimalist orange tank, or Ruby Rhod's flamboyant leopard print, these looks are instantly recognizable. This guide focuses on Leeloo's most famous 'thermal bandage' and 'orange suspender' looks, while providing options for the whole cast.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $30–120
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What you need for a The Fifth Element costume
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Orange silicone suspenders
Bright neon orange rubber or silicone suspenders with a distinctive Y-shape and open-circle pattern.
DIY: Cut the pattern out of orange foam sheets or heavy-duty vinyl and secure with fabric tape.
White ribbed crop top
A tight, sleeveless white ribbed cotton crop top.
DIY: Cut the bottom off an old white ribbed tank top.
Gold metallic pants
Shiny gold or bronze metallic skinny pants or leggings with black horizontal stripes at the knees.
DIY: Use black electrical tape to add the knee stripe details to plain gold leggings.
Bright orange bob wig
A short, bright neon orange bob wig with choppy bangs and a slightly messy, textured look.
DIY: Style a cheap orange wig using hair gel to create piecey, wet-look chunks.
Multi-Pass prop
A plastic replica of the futuristic Multi-Pass ID card featuring Leeloo's photo.
DIY: Print a high-resolution Multi-Pass image, paste it onto thick cardboard, and laminate it.
Black combat boots
Sturdy, chunky black leather combat boots with laces.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the gold metallic leggings and secure the black tape stripes just above and below your knees.
- 2
Slip on the white ribbed crop top, ensuring it fits snugly.
- 3
Drape the orange silicone suspenders over your shoulders, crossing them in the back and securing them to the waistband of the gold pants.
- 4
Put on a wig cap, then secure the bright orange bob wig, using hairspray or gel to style the bangs into piecey strands.
- 5
Lace up your chunky black combat boots.
- 6
Clip the Multi-Pass prop to your waistband or hold it ready for photos.
Makeup & hair
Keep makeup minimal and natural with a pale complexion, nude lips, and natural brows. For the hair, the neon orange bob must look slightly disheveled, piecey, and wet-styled.
The Fifth Element for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair Leeloo with Korben Dallas in his orange rubber tank top, black cargo pants, and blonde bleached hair.
- group
- Add Ruby Rhod in a velvet leopard-print jumpsuit with a matching collar, and Father Vito Cornelius in black robes.
- kids
- A simplified version of Leeloo with an orange t-shirt, gold leggings, and a temporary orange hair spray.
- Plus size
- Use high-stretch metallic gold leggings and a comfortable white crop tank, paired with flexible elastic suspenders.
- pet
- Dress a pet in a small leopard-print sweater to mimic Ruby Rhod's iconic style.
Tips
- Ensure the silicone suspenders are adjusted correctly so they don't slip off your shoulders while walking.
- Wear comfortable, broken-in combat boots if you plan to wear this costume to a convention or party.
- Keep your Multi-Pass handy; it is the ultimate icebreaker and the most quoted part of the costume.
The Fifth Element costume FAQ
- What is Leeloo's most famous outfit?
- Leeloo's most famous outfit is the white crop top, gold metallic pants, and bright orange silicone suspenders, though her white 'thermal bandage' bodysuit is also highly recognizable.
- How do I make a DIY Multi-Pass?
- You can print a template from online, glue it to a piece of foam board or thick plastic, cut it out, and attach a clip to wear it on your belt.
- Who designed the costumes for The Fifth Element?
- All the costumes for the movie, including Leeloo's and Ruby Rhod's outfits, were designed by the famous French fashion designer Jean Paul Gaultier.
Did you know? Jean Paul Gaultier designed over 900 costumes for the film, personally checking the outfits of hundreds of extras before filming.