DIY Saja Boys Costume on a Budget: Affordable Cosplay Ideas

You can cosplay KPop Demon Hunters without a huge cosplay budget or designer clothes. With a little innovation and some luck at thrift stores, you can create an Saja Boys costume within your budget that looks really good, is true to the style and the dark idol vibe, and, most importantly, is affordable.

Let’s get into the details of how to get a Saja Boys costume and still be a legend on a budget.

1. Start with the Silhouette.

The costume’s foundation is the trademark Saja Boys sleek black silhouette, reminiscent of Korean traditional costumes.

Look for the following:

A long black overcoat or hanbok-style robe. You can thrift a trench coat which works surprisingly well.

Loose black trousers, preferably lightweight fabric for effortless movement.

A simple black inner shirt with no logos or visible stitching.

Budget tip: thrift stores, eBay, and other marketplace of secondhand clothing is a great resource for simply flowing pieces. You can also look for “Korean hanbok jacket”, “black robe”, or “wide-leg pants.” You would be surprised at how affordable these are, usually under $20.

2. DIY the Iconic Gat (Hat)

For the Saja Boys, the traditional Korean hat is an obvious fashion statement and staple for the ensemble.

Budget version:

Start with a wide black hat. These can be found at a variety of costume shops and thrift stores.

Wrap the hat’s brim in black mesh or tulle. This imitates the horsehair garniture of the brim.

Use ribbon or string to create a chin strap.

This cape-like silhouette is essential to capture the Saja Boys essence.

3. Details That Make the Difference

A minimalist design does not mean an outfit is boring. In fact, it is the subtle details that sell the look.

A dark embroidered patch or symbol on the chest or sleeve.

A simple belt or black fabric sash around the waist works perfectly.

Fingerless gloves or a single ring to give a modern edge.

These details are inexpensive and can be found at dollar stores, or online for a few bucks.

4. Bring the Energy with Makeup and Styling

The Saja Boys aesthetic relies heavily on the attitude, not just attire.

Quick Makeup Tips:

For your base makeup use ghostly white paint and a contour gray shade to create the effect of hollowed cheeks.

For smudge and define your eyeliner use a black pencil.

For a polished look your hair can be styled back neat and sleek, otherwise it can be hidden under the hat for a more shadowed and mysterious look.

Practice your pose. To sell the Saja Boys costume you need to project confidence and have a still presence.

5. Lighting, Angles, and Presentation

After you have your look, you need to make it sing. With good light, even a budget costume can be made to look cinematic.

Here’s how:

For backlight, put a simple LED light or lamp behind you.

Shoot in low light and use contrast with shadows.

For instant drama, use a fan or have a breeze blowing on you to make your robe flow.

Final Thoughts

A Saja Boys costume can be made on a budget. With a little creativity and a few repurposed pieces, combined with attention to the mood, you can recreate the sleek and mysterious idol look effortlessly. The best costumes aren’t the expensive ones. It’s the ones that empower you.

So grab your thrifted coat, DIY your hat, and step into the legend. The Saja Boys wouldn’t have it any other way.