Avatar Korra – Season 1

Character: Avatar Korra
Version: Season 1
Series/Game: The Legend of Korra (TLOK)
Costume: Handmade by me
When: 2021
Techniques used: wig styling, sewing pattern, sewing

The character and the costume

Korra is the headstrong, athletic protagonist of The Legend of Korra, the Avatar who can bend all four elements and brings a modern, energetic tone to the Avatar universe. This animated series is one of my all-time favorites, and Korra has become a recurring character in my cosplay work. I have created several of her outfits over the years, and her season 1 design remains one of the most comfortable costumes to wear at conventions, perfect for long days in crowded halls while staying reference accurate!

Avatar Korra Cosplay photos

Photography by A.Z. Production (2021)

Photography by Angelica Gardani (2021)

Photography by Neon Cosplay Photography (2021)

Korra cosplay Tutorial

The fabric used for the skirt and shoe covers comes from leftover material from my Jason Voorhees jacket: its texture and weight were perfect for Korra’s look, and reusing supplies is always a smart choice.
The top is actually a bodysuit to keep everything smooth and prevent wrinkles throughout the day.
The wig was crafted by blending wefts in different shades of brown to achieve a more realistic finish and match Korra’s color as accurately as possible.

Want to see the process? Many work-in-progress photos and videos are available in my Instagram and TikTok!