Harley Quinn, introduced in the movie Suicide Squad was played by Margot Robbie. She was a former psychiatry intern who was known as Harleen Frances Quinzel. Harley works in the Arkham Asylum, where he met Joker, and later she became the former criminal and the ex-girlfriend of Joker. She was manipulated by Joker into escaping from Asylum. Harleen then to prove her love submerged into Ace Chemicals and began her journey as Joker’s right hand as Harley Quinn and later she became nemesis of Batman. Her after journey was seen in the sequel of Suicide Squad i.e. Birds of Prey. She became an outcast when Joker breaks up with her. She was left on streets and also felt cast out of his gang.
To make the looks of Harley Quin from Suicide Squad and Birds of Prey, you can follow the given guideline of her iconic looks from both the movies.
Harley Quinn Cosplay Costumes
Suicide Squad
T-Shirt
For the t-shirt, she wears a ripped white shirt on which “Daddy’ Lil Monster” is written. You can DIY it easily. Take any white tshirt, rip it from scissors, and you can write the text with the black marker or paint. However, this typo shirt is also available in the market, you can buy it and rip it to make the perfect look.
Jacket
Over the t-shirt she wears a jacket. It is the two toned jacket that is red and blue with the gold colored trim and on the back written “Property of Joker”. You can find this style of jacket online and at any store where you can find the cosplay outfits.
Hair & Makeup
For the makeup look, you can apply smudged eyeliner and messy eyeshadow, blue on one eye and red on another eye. Apply red lip color and make it smudge. Add a small heart tattoo on her cheek and Rotten tattoo on the jawline.
For the hair, color the tips of the hair half and half one side pink and one blue and tie it in two pigtails. You can also wear a wig to complete the look.
Shorts & Shoes
For the shorts, Haley Quinn wears two-colored sequin shorts that are red and blue. It is the same as the jacket she wore. You can go DIY, to make the shorts just like hers.
For the shoes she wears Harley Quinn Shoe Boots. You can find similar white and black boots or you can wear any style of shoes that you feel comfortable in.
Accessories
Accessories are an essential part of Harley Quinn’s look. Wear a spiked belt that holds the holster. A choker that says “PUDDIN” in golden color. Find the gold spike stretch poparazzi bracelet. Also wear biker gloves in red and blue tone. Also add a gun holster, find the tactical cross draw shoulder holster to place the guns.
Props
For the props, you can carry the replica bat with “Good Night” written on it. You can wrap it with red and black tape on it.
Birds of Prey
Top & Jacket
To make the look of Harley Quin from Birds of Prey, she wears a pink velvet crop top. You can find it in any store. However, for the jacket, it is the most iconic jacket in the movie and the love for girls. The jacket is basically made from colored caution tapes. You can make it by yourself or you can buy the caution tape jacket online.
Shorts & Shoes
For the shorts you can wear blue shorts that have black stripes on them. It is the blue colored high waist flag shorts. For the shoes, you can wear glittering high heel boots. If you are not comfortable in those shoes, you can wear anything you are comfortable in.
Hair & Makeup
Harley Quinn makeup makes the small heart like a tattoo under one eye. The makeup should be more highlighted and a bit harsh that shows that she is back again in the game.
For the hair, you can make your blonde hair shorter and dye the ends in pink and blue color. And tie your hair in two pigtails. If you can’t make the same look, you can wear the same wig as Harley Quinn.
Accessories & Props
For the accessories you can wear orange suspenders. For jewelry, find a jacks choker, or necklace that tells you are the Queen and also show the sign from the cards deck. Wear rings and bracelets accordingly.
For the props, you can carry the baseball bat which is the iconic prop for Harley Quinn. If you don’t find the bat, you can carry the hammer that is used in the circus.
Where to Wear the Look
Harley Quinn’s outfit from both the movies Suicide Squad and Birds of Prey are iconic. They both are instantly recognizable. They are best for comic cons, movie themed parties and also cosplay events. It is also instantly recognizable when you wear it to Halloween parties, it will always make you stand out from others. You can also wear it for photoshoots for Instagram, or TikTok reels. You can also wear it in the group cosplays, where others dresses as Joker, Batman and the other Suicide Squad or Birds of Prey looks.
About Harley Quinn
Harley Quinn who is originally known as Dr. Harleen Quinzel works as the psychiatrist in the Asylum. She was traumatized in her childhood, but still she is highly intelligent, calm and compassionate. Later meeting from Joker, he transformed her both mentally and physically and turned her into Harley Quinn. She has an innocent persona, wide eyes and bright. She finds humor in dark situations. Harley follows Joker like a maniac and completes what he demands. However, she affectionately calls him ‘Puddin’. She also has Stockholm syndrome, which later disappeared completely when she had the breakup with Joker. She then also started hating Joker.
Harley Quinn Costume FAQs
Do I need temporary tattoos for the look?
Tattoos add a lot of detail. The small heart near her cheek and the “Rotten” tattoo on her jawline are key parts of the makeup. You can draw them on with eyeliner if you don’t want actual tattoo stickers.
Which version is more popular, Suicide Squad or Birds of Prey Harley Quinn?
Harley Quinn’s both versions are popular. However, Suicide Squad version is the most iconic. On the other hand Birds of Prey is often chosen because of its fun, colorful and free-spirited vibe.
Is Harley Quinn’s jacket from Suicide Squad easy to find?
The red-and-blue bomber jacket is widely available online, especially on cosplay or costume websites.