Yoruichi Shihoin Costume
Master the Flash Goddess's iconic orange and black stealth look.
Yoruichi Shihoin is a fan-favorite character from the anime Bleach, beloved for her witty personality, mastery of stealth, and effortless cool. This costume recreates her iconic training outfit, featuring a striking orange and black color scheme with her signature purple ponytail. It is a highly recognizable look that is perfect for anime conventions and Halloween alike.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–90
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What you need for a Yoruichi Shihoin costume
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Orange long-sleeve overshirt
An orange long-sleeve crop top or jacket with a white collar, worn open or off the shoulders.
DIY: Cut the collar off an orange long-sleeve shirt and sew on white fabric trim.
Black backless bodysuit
A sleeveless, backless black bodysuit or tank top to wear underneath the orange layer.
DIY: Use a black tank top and cut out the back panel.
Beige waist sash
A wide tan or beige fabric sash tied around the waist over the shirt.
DIY: Cut a strip of tan linen or cotton fabric and tie it around your waist.
Black leggings
Form-fitting black stretch leggings or skinny pants.
White leg warmers
Thick white leg warmers or fabric bandages wrapped from the ankle to just below the knee.
DIY: Wrap white elastic bandages or strips of white cotton fabric around your calves.
Purple ponytail wig
A vibrant dark purple wig styled into a high ponytail with long side bangs.
DIY: Style a long purple wig into a high ponytail using a white ribbon to secure it.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black backless bodysuit and black form-fitting leggings.
- 2
Layer the orange long-sleeve overshirt on top, pulling the collar wide so it sits slightly off the shoulders.
- 3
Wrap the beige sash tightly around your waist, securing it over the intersection of the black bodysuit and orange shirt.
- 4
Pull on the white leg warmers over your calves, ensuring they cover the bottom hem of the black leggings.
- 5
Put on simple black flats or straw sandals.
- 6
Secure your hair under a wig cap, then put on the styled purple ponytail wig, tying a white ribbon around the base of the ponytail.
Makeup & hair
Style a deep purple wig into a high ponytail secured with a white ribbon, leaving two long face-framing bangs. For makeup, use golden-yellow contact lenses and draw a sharp, winged black eyeliner look.
Yoruichi Shihoin for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with Kisuke Urahara in his green-and-white striped bucket hat and dark haori.
- group
- Join a Bleach group with characters like Ichigo Kurosaki, Rukia Kuchiki, and Yasutora Sado.
- kids
- Use a comfortable orange hoodie over a black t-shirt and black sweatpants for an easy kid-friendly version.
- Plus size
- Opt for a high-waisted black bodysuit and a stretchier knit fabric for the beige waist sash to ensure a comfortable fit.
- pet
- Dress your cat in a simple black collar or small black cloak as a nod to Yoruichi's black cat form.
Tips
- Use bobby pins to secure the heavy purple ponytail wig so it doesn't slide back during the day.
- If using fabric wraps instead of leg warmers, secure the ends with safety pins or fabric tape to keep them from slipping down.
- Wear comfortable black flats or slip-on shoes if you plan on walking around a convention all day.
Yoruichi Shihoin costume FAQ
- What is Yoruichi's outfit called?
- Her outfit is a modified version of the Onmitsukidō (Stealth Force) uniform, consisting of a backless black undershirt, an orange overshirt, a beige sash, and white leg wraps.
- How do I style Yoruichi's hair?
- You can use a pre-styled Yoruichi cosplay wig, or style a long purple wig by pulling the top section into a high ponytail, securing it with a white ribbon, and leaving two thick bangs framing the face.
- What shoes does Yoruichi wear?
- She wears traditional Japanese straw sandals (waraji) with white socks, but simple black slip-on shoes or flats work perfectly for a comfortable alternative.
Did you know? Yoruichi is unique in Bleach because she can transform into a black cat at will, a form she stayed in for decades to hide her true identity.