Lara Croft Cosplay Costume – Tomb Raider

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Lara Croft from the Tomb Raider video games and movies is a hugely popular and recognisable character all over the world. Many fans of the video games would choose to make their own Lara Croft cosplay costume for the likes of halloween or fancy dress. Lara Croft really is one of the best Tomb Raider Costumes.

Lara Croft Cosplay Costume – Tomb Raider

Making your own Lara Croft cosplay costume is a relatively simple thing to do and can be made relatively cheaply. Combining shorts, a vest top with the correct gun holsters and backpack, along with a few further items is all you need to make the best Lara Croft cosplay costume. Here is a complete list of what you will need.

Lara Croft Tank Top

Lara Croft Cosplay Costume - Lara Croft Vest Top - Tomb Raider Outfits The first part of your Lara Croft cosplay costume is her tight fitting vest top.

The majority of incarnations of Lara Croft have her wearing a tank top vest top that is light blue in color.

For your Lara Croft cosplay costume buy and wear a light blue vest top that is similar in style to the one worn by Lara Croft.
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Lara Croft Shorts

Lara Croft Cosplay Costume - Lara Croft Shorts - Tomb Raider Outfits One of the most essential parts of your Lara Croft cosplay costume is her shirts.

The shorts that Lara Croft wears are dark brown and are also quite a tight fit.

You can indeed alter the style a little if you wish as there are plenty of dark brown shorts for women that will make your Lara Croft cosplay costume look amazing and among the best of tomb raider outfits.
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Lara Croft Boots

Lara Croft Cosplay Costume - Lara Croft Boots - Tomb Raider Outfits Lara Croft always wears a pair of knee high boots.

Different incarnations of the Lara Croft character do show her wearing knee high boots that have a slight heel on them while others show her wearing knee high boots that have a flat sole.

The choice is yours here but we recommend black knee high boots, preferably with buckles.

You can also wear white socks and have them showing at the top of the boots.
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Lara Croft Gloves

Lara Croft Cosplay Costume - Lara Croft Gloves - Tomb Raider Outfits To dress like Lara Croft you will need a pair of gloves like the ones she wears.

The gloves that are worn by Lara Croft are black, leather and fingerless.

They also appear to have velcro straps around the wrists which will be there to make sure her gloves do not slip off while she is climbing.
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Lara Croft Gun Holster

Lara Croft Cosplay Costume - Lara Croft Holster - Tomb Raider Outfits The gun holsters that Lara Croft wears around her waist are somewhat unique. The holster fits around her waist with two straps that go around her legs to hold her guns in place while she runs.

She also has a holster around each of her legs.

For your Lara Croft cosplay costume buy and wear a holster that is similar to hers. There are plenty of cheap replicas available to buy.
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Lara Croft Shoulder Gun Holster

Lara Croft Cosplay Costume - Lara Croft Shoulder Holster - Tomb Raider Outfits Lara Croft uses a double shoulder gun holster as well as her waist holster.

The shoulder holster that Lara Croft uses appears to also have a backpack incorporated into it.

To copy Lara Croft’s style you can use an exact replica although and shoulder gun holster would look just as good for your Lara Croft cosplay costume.
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Lara Croft Belt

Lara Croft Cosplay Costume - Lara Croft Belt - Tomb Raider Outfits Around her waist, Lara Croft wears a belt which looks to be either leather and dark brown.

The belt has a large buckle at the front.

To copy Lara Croft’s style choose a somewhat thick leather belt that also has a large buckle at the front.
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Lara Croft Gun

Lara Croft Cosplay Costume - Lara Croft Gun - Tomb Raider Outfits We will start by stating we would never recommend using a real gun for your Lara Croft cosplay costume.

Instead use a toy replica but choose a semi automatic looking toy so you have the same look as Lara Croft.

Lara Croft usually has two guns especially in the video games but you can use just one if you prefer.
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Lara Croft Hair – Lara Croft Wig

Lara Croft Cosplay Costume - Lara Croft hair - Tomb Raider Outfits Lara Croft has long dark brown hair. She is usually seen with it tied back and plaited with the plaits running from the front of her head and down her back.

If you happen to have long dark brown hair this is an easy part of the Lara Croft cosplay fancy dress.

If not, then you can simply buy a wig that will give you hair like Lara Croft.
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Written by Doc Cotton

Doc Cotton is a man of simple pleasures and diverse interests. His heart belongs to the world of cosplay, costumes and fancy dress, with a special fondness for Halloween, where his creative spirit truly shines. Over the years he has been hired by people across the country to make custom halloween costumes and other fancy dress for specific events.

When he's not busy crafting imaginative costumes, Doc Cotton loves nothing more than a good party. He's the one who knows how to turn any gathering into a memorable event, infusing it with fun and excitement.

Beyond the world of costumes and festivities, Doc Cotton finds solace and joy in van life and outdoor adventures. Whether he's hitting the open road, camping beneath the stars, or exploring the great outdoors, he cherishes every moment of his outdoor escapades.

You can catch up with Doc Cotton's insights and experiences on his writing platforms, CostumeRocket and HotPartyShack. There, he shares his costume wisdom and event-planning expertise, offering inspiration and tips to fellow enthusiasts.

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