Valkyrie Costume
Embody the legendary Norse shieldmaiden who guides heroes to Valhalla.
The Valkyrie is a powerful figure from Norse mythology, chosen by Odin to guide fallen warriors to the halls of Valhalla. People choose this costume to project strength, elegance, and historical fantasy appeal. The classic look consists of a winged helmet, metallic or leather armor, a flowing cape, and a sword.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $45–120
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What you need for a Valkyrie costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Valkyrie costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Winged Helmet
A silver or gold-colored helmet featuring prominent white or silver wings on the sides.
DIY: Attach cut-out craft foam wings painted silver to a basic plastic silver skullcap.
Faux Leather Bodice or Corset
A structured brown or black faux leather corset or chest plate to mimic warrior armor.
DIY: Decorate a brown tank top with metallic fabric paint to look like metal plates.
Flowing Cape
A long, flowing cape in deep blue, forest green, or crimson red, secured at the shoulders.
DIY: Drape a length of dark blue fabric and safety-pin it to the shoulders of your bodice.
Faux Fur Trimmed Skirt
A brown or grey tattered skirt, ideally accented with a faux fur trim or a wide leather belt.
DIY: Cut the hem of an old brown maxi skirt into jagged points and safety-pin faux fur trim around the waist.
Vambraces and Greaves
Matching faux leather arm guards and shin guards with lace-up details.
DIY: Wrap brown felt or craft foam around your forearms and secure with crisscrossed leather cording.
Toy Sword or Spear
A realistic plastic or foam broadsword or a long spear with a silver-painted tip.
DIY: Cut a sword shape out of sturdy cardboard, wrap the blade in silver duct tape, and paint the hilt brown.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Valkyrie costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on your base layers, starting with the skirt and a dark undershirt.
- 2
Secure the faux leather bodice or corset over your top, ensuring a snug but comfortable fit.
- 3
Fasten the flowing cape to the shoulders of your bodice or tie it securely around your neck.
- 4
Lace up the faux leather vambraces on your forearms and the greaves on your shins over your boots.
- 5
Style your hair into braids, then carefully place the winged helmet on your head.
- 6
Equip your toy sword or spear to complete the legendary warrior look.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair in intricate Norse-inspired braids, such as French braids or fishtails, leaving some strands loose. Keep makeup natural with earthy tones, adding optional silver or blue warrior face paint stripes across the cheekbones.
Valkyrie for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with a Viking warrior, Thor, or Odin in full Norse armor.
- group
- Gather a host of Valkyries wearing matching armor with different colored capes.
- kids
- A simplified version with a soft fabric winged headband, a printed armor t-shirt, and a felt sword.
- Plus size
- Opt for a lace-up corset vest that can be easily adjusted for comfort, paired with an elastic-waist circle skirt.
- pet
- A small dog-sized cape and a soft felt winged headband.
Tips
- Wear comfortable, broken-in brown or black boots, as a warrior needs to stand ground easily.
- If the helmet feels loose, secure it with bobby pins or add adhesive foam padding inside the crown.
- Choose a lightweight foam sword rather than heavy plastic if you plan to carry it around all night.
Valkyrie costume FAQ
- What does a Valkyrie wear?
- A traditional Valkyrie wears Norse warrior armor, a winged helmet, a flowing cape, and carries a sword or spear.
- How do I make a DIY Valkyrie helmet?
- You can cut wing shapes out of white craft foam, paint them with metallic silver accents, and hot-glue them to a basic silver headband or plastic helmet.
- Is a Valkyrie costume comfortable for walking?
- Yes, if you pair it with flat leather boots and ensure your cape is pinned securely so it doesn't drag on the ground.
Did you know? In Norse mythology, the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) were sometimes said to be the reflections of the Valkyries' armor as they rode across the sky.