I’ll admit it: we at Mable’s are totally biased when it comes to Star Wars. We love the original and prequel trilogies, and wish there were more days in the year where dressing in your favorite Star Wars costume was encouraged. Thank goodness for Halloween!
Even if you have only a passing familiarity with the Star Wars movies, you know there are not just many characters but many costume changes as well. The Imperials don’t change much, but the Rebels and other good guys have lots of different costumes and hair styles, as well as small accessory differences through the movies. Queen Amidala changes outfits every 5 seconds or so and has a total of 34 costumes during Episodes I-III! If you’re interested in authenticity there several Supreme costumes that are incredibly detailed and are priced accordingly. They’re absolutely fantastic quality and will win any costume contest! We also recommend homemade costumes if you have the time and patience, because they are usually the most impressive. See our list of recommended custom costume makers at the top right of this page.
Below is a list of the most popular Star Wars costumes, along with our tips and suggested online resources for creating a great costume;
Jedi Costumes with Robes
The most popular of all Star Wars costumes: the Jedi! This is a great costume idea because it will fit all body types, keeps you warm during the cold autumn night, and is very affordable. Pre-made costumes generally include the tunics, tabbards, pants, belt, and boot covers, with an optional jedi robe. Lightsabers purchased separately.
Clone Wars Costumes
There are so many amazing new characters that were introduced in the Clone Wars animated series!
Darth Vader Costumes
The Lord of the Sith, Darth Vader, makes for one very impressive costume. Halloween 2005 was the first year that a supreme edition Darth Vader costume has been available and it looks fantastic! To look like even a sort-of-decent Vader be prepared to spend at least a few hundred, as it’s the most pricey Star Wars costume there is. Then again, you’ll probably win all that back at a few costume contests! Click below to buy the Supreme Edition costume, or read more info about Darth Vader costumes here.
Anakin Costumes
The Anakin Skywalker costumes from the animated series are finally here! They feature his dark tunic and cool looking upper body armor. Guys, if you’ve let your hair grow a little long, this is the perfect Star Wars costume for you. This is arguably Anakin at his best, before his fall into Darth Vader (aka: Evil Anakin).
In Episode III Anakin Skywalker is no longer a padawan, but a full Jedi. He ditched his braid and beige outfit for longer hair and a black and dark brown jedi outfit. Just add the gauntlet (to cover your robotic hand), blue lightsaber and a scar over your right eye. Very impressive custom Anakin Skywalker costumes are available from the sellers from our recommended list of custom costume creators.
In Episode III Anakin Skywalker is no longer a padawan, but a full Jedi. He ditched his braid and beige outfit for longer hair and a black and dark brown jedi outfit. Just add the gauntlet (to cover your robotic hand), blue lightsaber and a scar over your right eye. Very impressive custom Anakin Skywalker costumes are available from the sellers from our recommended list of custom costume creators.
Obi Wan Costumes
There are finally some good Obi Wan Kenobi costumes available this year! From the animated series, these costumes feature a beige tunic and cool looking upper body armor. Remember your Blue lightsaber!
Clone Trooper Costumes
Thanks to the Clone Wars cartoons and Episode III you won’t have any trouble finding an awesome Clone Trooper costume. There are actually many new options available this year! They range from super affordable “economy” costumes (silk-screened fabric) to “deluxe” costumes made from molded plastic armor. For a really impressive costume, add a deluxe Clone Trooper mask and you’ll be ready to assist (or murderously betray) any Jedis you encounter.
Princess Leia Costumes
Did you ever notice how Princess Leia has only 2 styles of costumes? Either she is showing only her hands and face (see left), or she is nearly naked in her “slave Leia metal bikini“! The most popular style is from A New Hope: the hooded, white, floor length dress and “cinnamon bun” hairstyle. This year brings a new costume that blends the classic look of the white gown with the Halloween traditional of putting “sexy” before every female costume; and the “sexy Leia” costume with dress slits to the upper thigh was born.
You can either purchase a ready-made Leia costume or (with just minimal sewing skills) make your own with the new Leia sewing pattern. If you can knit, you can make your own Leia hat complete with buns! This year bring another option for Leia hair that is amazingly simple (if a little odd looking): the Leia headband. Pair with that scruffy looking nerf herder, Han Solo, for an amazing couple costume.
You can either purchase a ready-made Leia costume or (with just minimal sewing skills) make your own with the new Leia sewing pattern. If you can knit, you can make your own Leia hat complete with buns! This year bring another option for Leia hair that is amazingly simple (if a little odd looking): the Leia headband. Pair with that scruffy looking nerf herder, Han Solo, for an amazing couple costume.
Han Solo Costumes
There hasn’t been a Han Solo costume available in years, and these new ones are awesome.
 Han Solo Costume |
 Deluxe Han Solo Child Costume |
 Deluxe Han Solo Costume |
Padme Costumes
The full body battle costume that Padme Amidala wears in Episode II is simple yet stunning. The tight head-to-toe white outfit really flatters a toned body and is inexpensive to buy or make (see the new Padme sewing pattern).The blaster gun is sold separately EXCEPT for the Battle Damaged “sexy” Padme costume. The Deluxe child’s costume also includes a shawl to keep your little Padme warm on a cool Halloween night.
 Deluxe Queen Amidala Child Costume |
 Queen Amidala Toddler Costume |
 Deluxe Padme Amidala Child Costume |
 Sexy Padme Amidala Costume |
 Padme Amidala Jumpsuit Costume |
 Animated Padme Child Costume |
Luke Skywalker Costumes
Finally, Luke costumes are available this year! There are the standard and deluxe versions for both adults and kids. Luke’s outfit is similar to Jedis like Obi-Wan, but he wears just 1 instead of 2 tunics. Also, his boots are light beige rather than brown and the belt is a little different. Add a surfer dude wig, whine every 10 seconds, and you’ll be a pretty convincing Luke 
Jango Fett Costumes
Ah, Jango: just a simple man trying to make his way in the universe. Technically, Jango Fett was only in Episode II, but his clones made up the entire Republic Army in Episode III, and Boba Fett in several movies. That bounty hunter gets around! Such a fearsome bad guy deserves a good costume, which is why there is only a Deluxe version. It’s pretty amazing for the price and has is ratd 5 stars by customers. Optional gun and deluxe helmet also available.
 Deluxe Jango Fett Costume |
 Boba Fett Inflatable Jetpack |
 Jango Fett 2 Blasters and Holster Set |
 Jango Fett Gun |
 Deluxe Jango Fett Child Costume |
 Jango Fett Mask Adult |
Chewbacca Costumes
As we get to see in Episode III-VI, wookies live a long time. Since he has been around for so many years, it’s really way overdue that Lucas made a Chewbacca costume. There is finally a replica quality Supreme Edition (aka: the guaranteed costume contest winner), a good quality Deluxe version, and a very impressive Super Deluxe mask. Not to mention a sweet kid’s costume that customers rate 5 stars. In this costume, prepare to make everyone agree they “let the wookie win”.
 Collectors Edition Chewbacca Costume |
 Super Deluxe Chewbacca Child Costume |
 Chewbacca Costume |
 Chewbacca Latex Gloves |
 Chewbacca Fleece Infant / Toddler Costume |
Stormtrooper Costume
They may have horrible aim with a blaster and be one of the most expendable characters in the Star Wars galaxy, but everyone still wants a Stormtrooper costume. Why? Because they look tough as heck with all that white armour, ominous helmets, and big blasters. Unfortunately, the ready-made stormtrooper costumes options are about zero. There is an AMAZING adult helmet, no adult costumes, and only 1 child costume. If you’re serious about buying an impressive replica quality costume then be sure to check out eBay. Otherwise, check out the much better options for Clone Troopers, which look very similar to Stormtroopers.
Other Resources: hilariously bad SW costumes, make your own Stormtrooper or Boba Fett costumes/props
You can get some of out of this world deals on Star Wars Costumes on eBay:
