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”The easiest way to build a standout Halloween costume this year is to start with a character-inspired leather jacket or coat, then layer in a few simple accessories. It skips the flimsy-costume problem entirely and gives you something wearable long after October 31”
”Every October, the same question comes up: dress as something scary, or dress as someone recognizable? A character-inspired leather costume solves both. It reads instantly to anyone who watches film or TV, holds up under party lighting and photos, and survives more than one wear. Below are movie-inspired and TV-inspired costume builds pulled from current Excellent Leather Shop releases, organized by genre so you can find your character fast”
Sci-Fi and Superhero Costume Ideas
Lobo Costume — Inspired by Jason Momoa in Supergirl (2026)
Go bounty-hunter this Halloween with the Jason Momoa Lobo Costume, built from full-grain lambskin with the distressed, weathered finish that defines Lobo’s rugged look in Supergirl. Pair it with heavy boots and a prop chain hook for one of the most recognizable antihero costumes of the season.
Kara Zor-El Costume — Inspired by Supergirl
For a Kryptonian look that isn’t spandex-and-cape, the Kara Zor-El Brown Cotton Coat recreates the practical, well-worn field jacket Kara wears throughout her journey—layered over a plain tee and utility pants for an easy hero costume without the tights.
Victor Von Doom Costume—Inspired by Marvel’s Iconic Villain
The Victor Von Doom Costume brings a Marvel villain option into the lineup—structured tunic, cape drape, and the green color detailing fans look for in a Victor Von Doom build. A strong pick for anyone doing a hero-vs-villain group costume.
Star Wars Universe Costumes
Anakin Skywalker Costume
The Anakin Skywalker Costume is built for fans who want the pre-Vader Jedi look—dark tunic layers with the structured silhouette of Anakin’s on-screen wardrobe. Works equally well for Halloween, conventions, or a themed movie night.
Andor Ghorman Coat and Vest
Season 2 of Andor introduced one of the most quietly iconic looks in the franchise, and the Andor Ghorman Coat & Vest rebuilds it in a tan cotton-leather shell over a structured vest. A strong pick for anyone who wants a Star Wars costume that reads as a genuine outfit, not a costume.
Star Trek Universe Costumes
Commander Riker Costume — Inspired by Star Trek: Picard Season 3
The William Riker Commander Field Jacket recreates the burgundy command styling from Picard Season 3, down to the delta-shaped perforations fans say most replicas get wrong. Pair with dark trousers and a Starfleet insignia pin. For other ranks and eras, browse the Star Trek costume jacket collection.
TV Antihero and Horror Costumes
Billy Butcher Costume—Inspired by The Boys
Karl Urban’s Billy Butcher has one of the most requested silhouettes in TV costuming right now. The Butcher Cotton Trench Coat captures the rugged trench look—throw it over a loud Hawaiian shirt for a Supe-Hunter costume, or over all-black for a grittier take.
American Horror Story Costume
For a horror-leaning look, the AHS Richard Ramirez-Inspired Leather Jacket brings the dark, edgy design from American Horror Story to life—a strong choice for haunted house visits or a horror-marathon costume party.
Negan Costume—Inspired by The Walking Dead
Jeffrey Dean Morgan’s Negan is one of the most recognizable villain looks in TV history, and the Negan Black Leather Jacket rebuilds his signature belted, asymmetrical-zip biker jacket in full-grain cowhide or lambskin. Pair it with a barbed-wire bat prop for an instant, unmistakable costume—no one’s going to ask who you are. For other survivors, the Walking Dead outfits collection covers Rick Grimes, Daryl Dixon, and Michonne-inspired pieces too.
Custom Costumes for Characters Not Listed
If your character isn’t in the current lineup, ELS builds made-to-order pieces from reference images through the custom-sized Halloween costume order page. Check the men’s leather costume size chart or women’s leather costume size chart before ordering to get an accurate fit.
