Aang

The look

This is Aang's iconic primary design from the majority of Books 1 and 2. He wears traditional young Air Nomad clothing in the characteristic yellow, orange, and brown palette. The outfit is loose and layered, designed for mobility and airbending. The shaved head and blue arrow tattoos are arguably even more recognizable than the clothing itself.

Base costume

1. 01Yellow Long-Sleeved Air Nomad Tunic
2. 02Long yellow shirt/tunic.
3. 03Loose construction.
4. 04Should extend downward over the upper legs.
5. 05Orange Shawl
6. 06Draped around the upper body.
7. 07Strong orange color.
8. 08Creates Aang's signature layered silhouette.
9. 09Orange Sash
10. 10Wrap around the waist.
11. 11Helps define the otherwise loose costume.
12. 12Brown Lower Layer
13. 13Brown pants/underlayer.
14. 14Keep them loose enough for movement.
15. 15Yellow/Orange Lower Garment
16. 16Layered over the pants.
17. 17Helps recreate the traditional young Air Nomad silhouette.
18. 18Red/Brown Boots
19. 19Tall boots reaching toward the knees.
20. 20Keep the shape simple and practical.

Character details

• Shaved head. • Blue arrow tattoos. • Young, athletic build. • Orange/yellow/brown color palette. • Air Nomad monk styling.

Hair / face / makeup

• HAIR: Completely shaved head.
• HAIR: If shaving isn't practical, use a realistic bald cap.
• FACE: Blue/gray eyes.
• FACE: Young and expressive appearance.
• MAKEUP: Blue arrow tattoo makeup or temporary body paint.
• MAKEUP: The forehead arrow is essential.
• MAKEUP: Extend the tattoo down the back of the head and neck according to the reference.

Props

• Aang's wooden glider staff
• Optional airbending effects
• Optional Appa-themed accessories

What makes the cosplay read as Aang

Shaved head + blue arrow tattoos + orange/yellow Air Nomad clothing + glider staff. The arrow tattoo is one of the strongest identifiers in the entire costume.