Yelena Belova Costume
Suit up as the deadly, witty Black Widow assassin, Yelena Belova.
Yelena Belova, portrayed by Florence Pugh in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, is a fan-favorite Black Widow assassin known for her dry humor and tactical gear. Fans love dressing up as Yelena because of her practical, action-ready style and her deep sisterly bond with Natasha Romanoff. Her signature look features a sleek dark jumpsuit paired with a highly functional, pocket-heavy tactical vest.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $50–150
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What you need for a Yelena Belova costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Yelena Belova costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Black or Dark Grey Jumpsuit
A form-fitting, long-sleeved tactical jumpsuit or a matching athletic top and leggings set.
DIY: Use a black long-sleeve athletic top and matching black skinny jeans or cargo pants.
Olive Green Tactical Vest
A utility vest with multiple front pockets and zippers, mimicking her prized garment.
DIY: Take a green canvas vest and add extra pockets using fabric glue and scrap fabric.
Black Combat Boots
Sturdy, lace-up black tactical or combat boots.
DIY: Use any dark, chunky hiking boots or work boots you already own.
Tactical Belt and Holsters
A black utility belt with thigh holsters to hold prop weapons.
DIY: Use a thick black belt and secure small black pouches or DIY cardboard holsters with black tape.
Black Fingerless Gloves
Simple black knit or faux-leather fingerless gloves.
DIY: Cut the fingers off an old pair of black winter gloves.
Prop Batons
Two short black sticks or batons that can be secured to your back or belt.
DIY: Paint two cardboard wrapping paper tubes or plastic dowels matte black.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Yelena Belova costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black or dark grey base jumpsuit (or matching top and pants).
- 2
Layer the olive green tactical utility vest over the jumpsuit, zipping it halfway.
- 3
Strap on the tactical utility belt around your waist, securing the thigh holsters to your legs.
- 4
Lace up your black combat boots, tucking the cuffs of your jumpsuit into the boots.
- 5
Slip on the black fingerless gloves.
- 6
Secure your prop batons into the holsters or back harness.
- 7
Style your hair into Yelena's signature braided ponytail or half-up braid.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair into a blonde braided ponytail, or a half-up style with multiple tight French braids along the crown. Keep makeup natural and minimal, adding a few light faux smudges of dirt or a small cosmetic scratch on the cheek for a battle-worn look.
Yelena Belova for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Natasha Romanoff (Black Widow) in her classic black suit for the ultimate assassin sister duo.
- group
- Form a Black Widow squad with Natasha Romanoff, Red Guardian (Alexei), and Melina Vostokoff.
- kids
- A kid-friendly version uses a black tracksuit, a green utility vest, and foam prop accessories.
- Plus size
- Opt for a highly stretchable black tactical jumpsuit or a matching black compression set paired with an adjustable utility vest.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a miniature green utility vest to match Yelena's love for her dog, Fanny.
Tips
- Choose a vest with plenty of actual working pockets so you can carry your phone, keys, and wallet without needing a purse.
- Ensure your combat boots are broken in, as this costume involves a lot of walking and posing.
- Practice your best dry-witted Russian accent and poses showing off your vest's pockets for photos.
Yelena Belova costume FAQ
- What does Yelena Belova wear?
- She wears a dark grey or black tactical jumpsuit, a distinctive olive green multi-pocket utility vest, black combat boots, and fingerless gloves.
- Why is the green vest important to Yelena?
- The green vest is Yelena's pride and joy because it is the first piece of clothing she bought for herself, boasting 'so many pockets' for tactical use.
- How do you style Yelena Belova's hair?
- Her hair is blonde, typically styled in intricate Dutch or French braids that feed into a secure ponytail or a half-up braid style.
Did you know? Yelena's beloved green vest with 'so many pockets' is the exact same vest she later gifts to her sister Natasha, who wears it during the events of Avengers: Infinity War.