Trunks Costume
Channel the half-Saiyan time traveler with his iconic Capsule Corp style.
Future Trunks is one of the most popular characters in the Dragon Ball Z universe, known for traveling back in time to warn Goku about the Androids. His look is a fan favorite for cosplay, combining casual streetwear with tactical warrior gear. This guide helps you recreate his signature outfit, complete with his cropped blue jacket, purple hair, and broadsword.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $50–120
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What you need for a Trunks costume
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Cropped Blue Jacket
A short, cropped denim or cotton jacket in royal blue with a collar, front pockets, and the Capsule Corp logo patch on the left sleeve.
DIY: Take a standard royal blue denim jacket, crop the bottom hem to sit just below the ribs, and fabric-paint the Capsule Corp logo on the sleeve.
Black Tank Top
A simple, tight-fitting black sleeveless tank top worn underneath the open jacket.
Baggy Dark Gray Pants
Loose-fitting, baggy dark gray or charcoal pants that can be tucked into boots.
DIY: Use loose-fitting gray sweatpants or cargo pants with the pockets removed.
Yellow Capsule Corp Belt
A bright yellow canvas web belt with a silver metal buckle.
DIY: Dye a white cotton web belt yellow and attach a simple silver slide buckle.
Golden Yellow Boots
Mid-calf boots in a golden yellow or mustard color with dark green or black toe caps and soles.
DIY: Wrap yellow duct tape over old work boots, adding dark green tape to the toe area.
Trunks Wig
A short, straight lavender or light purple wig styled with a middle part and curtain bangs.
DIY: Style a short white wig using light purple wash-out hair chalk or spray.
Toy Broadsword and Back Strap
A silver-bladed broadsword with a red hilt, housed in a red and blue scabbard worn diagonally across the back.
DIY: Craft a sword out of cardboard and foam, paint it silver and red, and attach it to a red fabric strap worn across the chest.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the tight black tank top and tuck it into the baggy dark gray pants.
- 2
Thread the yellow canvas belt through the pant loops and fasten it securely.
- 3
Tuck the bottoms of the gray pants into the golden yellow mid-calf boots.
- 4
Put on the cropped royal blue jacket, leaving it completely unbuttoned to show the tank top.
- 5
Secure the sword strap diagonally across your chest so the sword hilt sits over your right shoulder.
- 6
Put on a wig cap, then secure the styled lavender wig, ensuring the middle part is centered.
- 7
Adjust the collar of the jacket and slide the sword into its scabbard on your back.
Makeup & hair
Keep makeup minimal with a clean, matte face. Use an eyebrow pencil that matches the lavender wig to fill in sharp, angled anime-style eyebrows.
Trunks for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with Bulma in her classic pink dress or Vegeta in his Saiyan armor.
- group
- Join forces with Goku, Gohan, and Android 18 for a full Dragon Ball Z group.
- kids
- A comfortable version using a blue hoodie with the Capsule Corp logo and purple hair spray.
- Plus size
- Choose relaxed-fit gray cargo pants and an open blue denim jacket for a comfortable, adjustable fit.
- pet
- A small blue dog t-shirt with a printed Capsule Corp logo on the side.
Tips
- Keep the sword lightweight (foam or plastic) so it is comfortable to carry on your back all day.
- Use bobby pins to keep the wig secure, especially if you plan on posing for action photos.
- For a Super Saiyan variant, swap the lavender wig for a spiked golden-yellow wig.
Trunks costume FAQ
- What jacket does Future Trunks wear?
- He wears a cropped, long-sleeved royal blue jacket featuring the Capsule Corporation logo on the left sleeve.
- How do I style Trunks' hair?
- His base form hair is lavender-purple, cut into a straight, chin-length bob with a clean middle part. A pre-styled cosplay wig is the easiest way to achieve this look.
- What kind of sword does Trunks carry?
- He carries a classic western-style broadsword with a crossguard, kept in a red and blue scabbard held by a leather strap across his chest.
Did you know? Future Trunks made his first appearance in 1991, instantly becoming a fan favorite due to his mysterious origins, his sleek streetwear-inspired design, and the shocking ease with which he defeated Friez.