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Peridot Cosplay: At a Glance
ABOUT PERIDOT:
Peridot is the sharp-tongued Homeworld technician who finds an unexpected home with the Crystal Gems in Steven Universe. She loves technology, takes Earth customs a little too literally, and has a memorable insult ready for almost any situation. Behind the awkward confidence is a loyal friend learning to think for herself. With her angular yellow hair, green visor and bright gemstone, Peridot makes a fun costume for anyone who prefers a little attitude with their cosplay.
A Peridot costume brings together a green outfit, bright yellow hair and her distinctive pointed glasses. These ready-made pieces give you a straightforward version of her Steven Universe look, with a few yellow details to finish it.
1. Green bodysuit: Start with a fitted green bodysuit as the base of the outfit. The short sleeves leave your arms free for green makeup, while the darker shade picks up the deeper green sections of Peridot’s costume.
2. Green tights: Add green tights to match Peridot’s green legs. Wear them beneath the bodysuit so the outfit has a continuous green base from your hips down to your ankles.
3. Short blonde wig: Wear the yellow-blonde wig with some volume at the sides. The pictured wig arrives spiky, so brush and style it outward to suggest Peridot’s triangular hair. A sharply defined triangle is an optional extra.
4. Peridot cosplay glasses: Add the pointed lime-green glasses made for Peridot cosplay. Their wide angular lenses are one of her most recognizable details and give the outfit its distinctive silhouette.
5. Yellow adhesive felt: Cut a yellow diamond for the center of your chest and two smaller diamonds for the knees. Position them while wearing the outfit so the details sit correctly, and test the adhesive on a discreet area first.
6. Green triangle gems: Place one green triangular gem in the center of your forehead using cosmetic adhesive intended for skin. Keep it visible below the wig’s hairline and above the glasses.
7. Light green body paint: Apply the green face and body paint to your face, neck and exposed arms, following its directions. This lighter green contrasts with the darker outfit, just as it does on Peridot.
8. Yellow ballet flats: Finish with yellow flats to pick up the pale yellow tips of Peridot’s feet. The simple closed-toe shape keeps the outfit easy to wear and carries the yellow accents down to your shoes.
Peridot brings a different kind of energy to a Steven Universe group: curious, blunt and usually convinced she has the best plan. Her green outfit makes an especially colorful addition alongside Steven, Garnet, Pearl and Amethyst.
Planning a duo? Lapis Lazuli is a natural partner for Peridot. For a larger group, mix Crystal Gems with the Diamonds and let everyone choose their favorite character. Browse the guides below for outfit ideas, or visit our Pinterest collection for more Steven Universe cosplay inspiration.
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Start with a green bodysuit and green tights, then add a blonde wig, Peridot’s pointed glasses and a triangular forehead gem. Yellow diamonds, green makeup and yellow shoes complete the look.
Yes. A fitted green top with green leggings is a useful starting point if you already own those pieces. Add the yellow chest and knee details, character glasses and wig to make the outfit recognizable.
Her hair spreads into a wide triangle, so a short yellow or blonde wig needs outward volume at the sides. The pictured wig needs styling to suggest that shape. A sharply defined triangle takes more work, but a softer shape is fine for a simple party costume.
Her eyewear is an angular green visor. The Peridot cosplay glasses linked above have the long pointed lime-green lenses associated with her look, making them an easy ready-made accessory.
Lapis Lazuli is a natural choice for a Peridot duo. Steven, Garnet, Pearl and Amethyst work well for a Crystal Gems group, while White Diamond or Blue Diamond adds variety to a larger group.