Costume, LARP, Cosplay & Reenactment made in Pakistan

This family covers leather armour, padded jackets called gambesons, cloaks and historical clothing. It is made in Sialkot, Jhelum and Lahore for fans of LARP (live-action role play), cosplay and history reenactment.

98product types
15main categories
1province

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Archery bracers — Photo: Archer's Bracer MET tr.231.2009 bracer by Unknown, CC0, via Wikimedia Commons (cropped)

In simple words

Who buys it, and where to start

Renaissance faire visitors, LARP players, cosplayers and reenactment groups in Europe and North America. They buy handmade leather and padded gear at fair prices.

Good first products

Hooded cloaks: They are easy to size and popular for faires and winter weddings.
Archery bracers: They are small, light and loved by archers and LARP players.
Peasant blouses: Faire newcomers need a first outfit, and blouses pair well with skirts.

Be careful with

Never copy costumes from films, games or TV shows by name; describe styles in plain words.
Kids' costumes must pass fire-safety tests, so they are not a good first product.
Do not sell armour or padded jackets as real protection for combat sports unless they are tested.

Quick facts

Made in: Sialkot, Jhelum, Lahore
Product types: 98 in 15 categories
Types with extra rules: 19 of 98
Best places to sell: Etsy, Amazon, Shopify, eBay, B2B

In pictures

See the products

Some photos show similar products made elsewhere, to help you recognise them. Credits at the bottom of the page.

The full list

All 98 types of costume, larp, cosplay & reenactment

Each product type below is a possible niche. Make it yours by adding one buyer and one angle, for example “biker jackets for women riders, made to measure”. ⚠ means extra rules apply.

Main category	Types and styles	Made in
Leather Armour	Pauldrons^⚠, Bracers^⚠, Vambraces^⚠, Cuirass^⚠, Greaves^⚠, Leather gorgets^⚠, Brigandines^⚠, Lamellar armour^⚠, Leather helmets^⚠	Sialkot, Jhelum, Lahore
Gambesons & Padded Jackets	Gambesons, Arming doublets, Padded jacks, Aketons, Sleeveless gambesons, Padded coifs, Padded leg armour^⚠	Sialkot, Jhelum, Lahore
Medieval Clothing	Tunics, Linen shirts, Medieval trousers, Surcoats, Tabards, Chemises, Medieval dresses, Hoods, Embroidered wool hoods with liripipe (chaperons), Ranger capes, Woodland ranger costume sets, Faux-fur Viking bracers^⚠	Sialkot, Jhelum, Lahore
Viking & Norse Costume	Viking tunics, Viking cloaks, Viking belts, Wrap trousers, Fur capes^⚠, Viking boots	Sialkot, Jhelum, Lahore
Pirate & Steampunk	Pirate coats, Pirate shirts, Pirate hats, Steampunk corsets, Steampunk vests, Goggles, Steampunk top hats	Sialkot, Jhelum, Lahore
Western & Cowboy Costume	Leather chaps, Fringe jackets	Sialkot, Jhelum, Lahore
Fantasy Cloaks & Capes	Hooded cloaks, Wool cloaks, Velvet capes, Elven cloaks, Witch capes, Cloak pins	Sialkot, Jhelum, Lahore
Belts, Pouches & Bags	Sword frogs (costume)^⚠, Medieval belts, Drinking horn holders, Leather satchels, Potion bottle belts	Sialkot, Jhelum, Lahore
Cosplay Boots & Gloves	Medieval boots, Leather gauntlets, Archery bracers, Boot covers	Sialkot, Jhelum, Lahore
Film-Inspired Jackets (Generic)	Space pilot jackets, Apocalypse-style jackets, Long leather coats	Sialkot, Jhelum, Lahore
Halloween Costumes	Vampire capes, Plague doctor costumes, Witch costumes, Grim reaper robes, Werewolf costumes	Sialkot, Jhelum, Lahore
Historical Uniforms (Reproduction)	Napoleonic uniforms, Civil War uniforms, WWI uniforms, Redcoat uniforms, Highland regiment uniforms, Victorian costumes, Tricorn hats, Bicorne hats, Shakos, Kepis, Leather cross-belts, Haversacks, Linen canteen covers	Sialkot, Jhelum, Lahore
Costume Masks & Headwear	Leather masks, Masquerade masks, Medieval hats, Arming caps, Crowns & circlets	Sialkot, Jhelum, Lahore
Renaissance Faire Clothing	Corset bodices, Peasant blouses, Renaissance tiered skirts, Renaissance doublets, Leather jerkins, Puffy-sleeve shirts, Breeches, Renaissance gowns	Sialkot, Lahore
Kids' Costumes	Kids' knight costumes^⚠, Kids' Viking costumes^⚠, Kids' pirate costumes^⚠, Kids' tabards^⚠, Kids' cloaks^⚠, Kids' faux leather armour^⚠	Sialkot, Lahore

Ideas to sell

5 product ideas to research

His-and-hers Renaissance faire outfits: leather jerkin plus corset bodice
Sell on: Etsy, Shopify · Made in: Sialkot, Lahore · Sialkot leather and costume makers
Kids' knight tabard and cloak sets for book days
Sell on: Etsy, Amazon · Made in: Sialkot · Cheap textile costume lines
Tricorn hats and haversacks for Revolutionary War reenactors
Sell on: Etsy, eBay · Made in: Sialkot · Sialkot uniform accessory skills
Peasant blouse and tiered skirt sets for faire newcomers
Sell on: Etsy, Amazon · Made in: Sialkot, Lahore · Low-cost cotton sewing
Shakos and kepis for Napoleonic and Civil War reenactment units
Sell on: B2B, eBay · Made in: Sialkot · Sialkot makes caps and military regalia

Ideas from our November 2026 research. Check demand, costs and rules before you invest.

How to start

First steps

Ask a Sialkot or Lahore workshop for a hooded cloak and a pair of bracers as samples.
Photograph them outdoors in a natural setting that suits the fantasy look.
List them on Etsy with plain style words like elven, Viking or medieval.

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Rules in plain words

What to check

Children's costumes must pass flammability tests, such as EN 71-2 in Europe or CPSIA rules in the US. Do not claim armour protects unless it has been tested. Real fur and any blades need extra checks, and do not use real current military insignia.

Protective gear: only call a product "protective" or "safety" if it has been tested to the right standard. (11 product types)
Children's products: they need safety tests for small parts, cords and chemicals before you sell them. (6 product types)
Fur, ivory-like materials and some woods are restricted. Check before you list them. (2 product types)
Knives and blades: many countries have age checks and delivery rules for blades, and some styles are banned. (1 product types)

This is a summary, not legal advice. See the compliance checklist.

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Questions

Frequently asked questions

Can I sell a costume from a famous film?

No, not by its name or with its logos. You can sell your own style, for example a long space pilot jacket, described in plain words.

What is a gambeson?

It is a thick padded jacket worn under or instead of armour in the Middle Ages. Reenactors and sport fencers wear them today.

Who buys reproduction uniforms?

Reenactment societies and film teams often order in bulk. Make sure they are clearly sold as reproductions with no real current insignia.

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