Aerith Gainsborough

The look

Aerith's standard appearance is one of the most recognizable designs in Final Fantasy VII. The costume combines a fitted red cropped jacket, a light-colored top, a long flowing skirt and her characteristic brown boots. Her long brown hair, tied with a large pink ribbon, is equally important to the silhouette.

Base costume

1. 01Red Cropped Jacket
2. 02Light-Colored Top
3. 03Long Pink / Rose Skirt
4. 04Brown Belt
5. 05Brown Boots

Character details

The short red jacket is the strongest upper-body identifier. A pale fitted top sits underneath the jacket. The long skirt creates Aerith's distinctive flowing lower silhouette. The waist belt provides structure between the jacket and skirt. The boots complete the practical Midgar appearance. The large pink ribbon is one of her most important character identifiers. Small earrings can be included for additional accuracy.

Hair / face / makeup

• Aerith's long brown hair is usually gathered into a low ponytail.
• Use a long brown wig with enough length to form Aerith's ponytail. Makeup should remain soft and natural, with particular attention to her gentle facial appearance.

Props

• A convention-safe flower accessory works particularly well because flowers are closely associated with Aerith and the Sector 5 church.

What makes the cosplay read as Aerith Gainsborough

1. Long brown ponytail 2. Large pink ribbon 3. Red cropped jacket 4. Long pink skirt 5. Brown boots 6. Flower motif