What to Wear: DIY Emperor Palpatine

Looking to join the Dark Side this May the Fourth? Here’s a quick and easy costume that you can put together. Emperor Palpatine is undoubtedly the most influential person in the entire galaxy. He was able to manipulate the Senate into giving him complete power and also turned a young Anakin Skywalker into one of the most feared beings ever to walk the galaxy. He is indeed a strong Sith! Today, we’re going to show you how to transform into this significant character with just three simple pieces. All you need is a black robe, an Emperor Palpatine mask (here), and a red lightsaber to transform into one of the most powerful characters in the entire Star Wars saga.

With this simple costume idea, you can have a great outfit for your May the Fourth celebration! Do you have a great Star Wars costume in mind? Share it with us by leaving a comment below!