Harley Quinn Costume

By Clara Madisson On June 4, 2011 · Add Comment · In Costume Ideas for Women

Initially portrayed a psychologist in charge of treating the Joker (Batman’s greatest nemesis and arch villain) Dr. Harleen Quinzel fell in love with her patient and went over to the dark side, transforming into the deadly femme fatale Harley Quinn. Her costume is based on the traditional harlequin jester, and has been all the rage at themed events for over two decades now. Prepare to bring out your edgy side by donning this awesome Harley Quinn costume for Halloween.

What's in a Harley Quinn Costume?

The brilliant play of words on the character’s name wonderfully reflects the impressive Harley Quinn costume. The Harley Quinn costume is an insane patchwork of red and black fabric. The body hugging jumpsuit is divided into six different sections of what appears to be a black and red contrast of colors. The jumpsuit also features small diamond shaped prints in contrasting color on the leg and arm sections. A white six pronged collar made of hard foam impressively highlights the Harley Quinn jumpsuit. Following the same red and black coloring of the jumpsuit is a fleece jester hat with white fluffy pom poms at the tip of each point. A thick black eye mask hides Harley Quinn’s true identity. The same stark contract is maintained throughout the entire costume. For the gloves and boots, they each come in either red or black color. Wreak havoc with this ultimate bad girl costume by including this villain’s weapon of choice – a deck of playing cards. You can also go the extra mile by donning black or fiery red lipstick and get ready to unleash your inner bad girl.

What You Need for the Awesome Harley Quinn Costume

Skin tight red and black jumpsuit with diamond accents and a six pronged collar
Red and black jester hat with white pom poms at each tip
Black eye mask
Red right hand glove and black left hand glove
Red and black boot tops
Your date to go in an fantastic Joker costume!

Although there is not much room for you to customize your Harley Quinn costume, you can accessorize by carry around a deck of playing cards as the villain's weapon of choice. A set of projectile weapons disguised as playing cards have often been used by the infamous Harley Quinn and you can show your crazy side by throwing around these harmless cards towards unassuming guests at the party!