Yennefer Costume
Master the dark elegance of the powerful Vengerberg sorceress.
Yennefer of Vengerberg from The Witcher is a fan-favorite cosplay choice known for her striking, powerful aesthetic. Her signature look is strictly black and white, combining medieval fantasy elements with gothic elegance. To dress as Yennefer, you will need a combination of textured black fabrics, white accents, and her signature obsidian star choker.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $50–150
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What you need for a Yennefer costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Yennefer costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Black Velvet or Leather Jacket
A fitted, long-sleeved black jacket with silver trim or lace-up details on the front and sleeves.
DIY: Use a fitted black blazer or long-sleeve top and fabric glue silver ribbon along the cuffs and collar.
White Ruffled Undershirt
A white high-collar blouse with ruffled cuffs that peek out from under the jacket sleeves.
DIY: Wear a plain white button-up shirt and sew cheap white lace trim inside the cuffs.
Black Thigh-High Boots
Suede or faux-leather black boots with a low heel, reaching above the knee.
DIY: Wear black knee-high boots over black leggings or tight pants.
Obsidian Star Choker
A black velvet ribbon choker featuring a silver, five-pointed star pendant with a round center.
DIY: Hot glue a silver star charm or painted cardboard cutout to a strip of black velvet ribbon.
Black Leather Gloves
Form-fitting black faux-leather gloves, ideally with fur or feathered trim at the wrists.
DIY: Add a strip of black faux fur trim to the cuffs of plain black winter gloves.
Black Pants or Skirt
Form-fitting black skinny pants, leggings, or a long black skirt with a side slit.
DIY: Use any pair of plain, solid black skinny jeans or leggings you already own.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Yennefer costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the white ruffled blouse, ensuring the collar and cuffs are visible.
- 2
Layer the fitted black jacket over the blouse, pulling the white ruffles out past the jacket cuffs.
- 3
Pull on the black skinny pants or leggings, tucking them smoothly into the black thigh-high boots.
- 4
Fasten the black velvet obsidian star choker snugly around your neck.
- 5
Slip on the black leather gloves, adjusting any fur or feather trim at the wrists.
- 6
Style your hair into loose, voluminous dark curls and apply violet-colored contact lenses if desired.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair into long, voluminous, tumbling black curls with a middle part. For makeup, apply a smoky grey eyeshadow, dark defined eyebrows, a pale complexion, and a bold plum or berry lipstick.
Yennefer for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Geralt of Rivia in his dark leather armor and silver wolf medallion.
- group
- Form a lodge of sorceresses with Triss Merigold, Ciri, and Philippa Eilhart.
- kids
- A simplified version with a black long-sleeve dress, white collar, and a toy star necklace.
- Plus size
- Opt for a high-waisted black A-line skirt paired with a steel-boned black corset over a white chemise for a flattering, adjustable silhouette.
- pet
- A small black cape with a tiny silver star charm attached to their collar.
Tips
- For outdoor events, add a heavy black cloak with a faux-fur collar to stay warm and look authentic.
- Ensure your boots are broken in, as Yennefer's look relies on tall, structured footwear.
- Use safety pins to secure the white ruffled cuffs to the inside of your jacket sleeves so they don't slip.
- Carry a small prop like a faux goose feather quill or a glowing purple LED light to mimic magic casting.
Yennefer costume FAQ
- What color are Yennefer's eyes?
- Yennefer is famous for her striking violet eyes. You can achieve this look using safe, non-prescription purple cosplay contact lenses.
- What is Yennefer's signature necklace?
- She wears an obsidian star choker, which is a silver five-pointed star on a black velvet ribbon. It is active magic that vibrates when danger or spells are near.
- Can I make a DIY Yennefer costume?
- Yes! By combining a black jacket, a white ruffled shirt, black leggings, and tall boots, you can easily assemble her look from everyday clothing items.
Did you know? In the Witcher lore, Yennefer famously smells of lilac and gooseberries, a detail that Geralt associates with her throughout his journeys.