10 Best Burgundy Costumes From Fantasy/Sci-Fi Movies

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Anna Popplewell as Susan Pevensie from "The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian" (2008) Best Burgundy & Dark Red Costumes, Gowns, & Dresses from Fantasy & Sci-fi Movies
In 2008’s “The Chronicles of Narnia: Prince Caspian,” Susan Pevensie wears a costume that strikes a good balance between utility and style.


Passion, Wealth, and Power

Much like vibrant shades of red – burgundy and darker reds have the same passionate energy but because the darker reds have other colors and shades mixed in they have a timeless sophistication. Burgundy also has connotations of wealth and power.

This ranking is all about costumes that are darker red, but not purple. Colors include burgundy, maroon, crimson, red-magenta, etc. Think wines, not tomatoes. Bright red costumes have their own rankings. This ranking only considers costumes from Fantasy/Sci-Fi or any otherworldly type movie. Dark reds/burgundy costumes from modern and period movies have their own separate rankings.

Undergarments, cover-ups, sleepwear, outerwear, swimwear etc are not included. The costumes are ranked by aesthetics, memorability and how well it suits the character/film. And subjective options could have some impact on things.

List is subject to change.

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10 Best Bright Red Costumes in Fantasy and Sci-Fi Movies

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Winona Ryder as Mina "Bram Stoker’s Dracula" (1992) Best Red Costumes, Gowns, & Dresses from Fantasy & Sci-fi Movies
Winona Ryder as Mina Harker (née Murray) wearing the red, V-neck bustle gown designed for her by Dracula in wears green throughout “Bram Stoker’s Dracula” (1992)


Red – Passion, Danger and Energy

Red is a primary color that comes from multiple shades and tones. It’s a color of passion, danger and energy, a bold color that stands out and can make the heart beat faster.

Because of that, I’m focusing on costumes that feature bright, vivid reds. Think cherries and tomatoes, not wine. Cherry is primary red, whereas burgundies, crimsons, and scarlets are darker shades of the color and they have a separate list.

This ranking is only for fantasy and science fiction movies. Costumes from period and modern movies have their own rankings. Also, undergarments, cover-ups, sleepwear, outerwear, swimwear etc are not included.

The costumes are ranked by aesthetics, memorability and how well it suits the character/film. This list aims for objectivity but no list truly is.

List is subject to change.

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The 20 Best Wedding Gowns from Fantasy/Sci-Fi Movies

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Natalie Portman's wedding gown in 2002's "Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones" is stunningly beautiful without being too grand. Best Wedding Gowns Costumes, & Dresses from Fantasy/Sci-Fi Movies
Natalie Portman’s wedding gown in 2002’s “Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones” is stunningly beautiful without being too grand


Imaginative, Daring & Whimsical

A Wedding Scene! They can be a very big deal in a movie as they can change the scope of the story, add drama or bring closure. And what aspect is the most important part of any wedding large or small? The Wedding Gown!

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The 10 Best Floral Costumes in Fantasy/Sci-Fi Movies

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Natalie Portman as Padme Amidala from Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones (2002) Best Floral Costumes, Gowns, & Dresses from Fantasy/Sci-Fi Movies
Natalie Portman as Padme Amidala from Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones (2002)

Roses are Red, Violets are Blue, Floral Costumes are Fantastical, Nobel and True

Flowers are synonymous with beauty and femininity, so it makes perfect sense that movie costumes that use floral are super lovely.

This is a ranked list of floral costumes from Fantasy and Sci-fi movies, which are ranked by aesthetics, memorability and how well they suit the character/film. Undergarments, cover-ups, sleepwear, outerwear, swimwear etc are not included, but in some instances, especially on this list, a matching outerwear was added.

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The 10 Best Yellow Costumes from Fantasy/Sci-Fi Movies

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Rebecca Ferguson's sleeveless goldenrod gown and veil combination in 2021's "Dune" is one of the best yellow costumes in fantasy/sci-fi. Best Yellow Costumes, Gowns, & Dresses from Fantasy & Sci-fi Movies
Rebecca Ferguson’s sleeveless goldenrod gown and veil combination in 2021’s “Dune” is one of the best yellow costumes
in fantasy/sci-fi.

A Color as Bright & Warm as the Sun

Yellow has positive happy associations, especially since it is a color long linked with the sun. Other meanings attributed to yellow are happiness, optimism, youth, warmth, energy, and enthusiasm. It also stimulates the logic areas of brain, so it aids with learning, clarity and perception.

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10 Best Blue Costumes From Fantasy/Sci-Fi Movies

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Arwen from "Lord of the Rings: Return of the King" (2003)) Best Blue Costumes, Gowns, & Dress from Fantasy & Sci-fi Movies
Robin Wright as Buttercup in her pretty blue princess dress from The Princess Bride (1987) Best Blue Costumes, Gowns, & Dress from Fantasy & Sci-fi Movies
Robin Wright as Buttercup in her pretty blue princess dress from “The Princess Bride” (1987)

The Color the Seas and Skies

As color blue can peak the imaginations as it’s a of vast space like the ocean and sky. It a soothing color as it can soothe the min and soul with it sense of security, of trust and reliability. It’s a color noble that can depicts characteristic of good and virtuous characters.

It can also depict sadness and loneliness as well coldness and passivity.

It is favored by men and women and navy blue is universally flattering and therefore it the most popular color in world.

This page ranks the 10 best blue woman costumes in Fantasy/Sci-fi movies. Blue costumes from period movies and movies set in their own modern times have their own unique lists. Teal and other blue-green movie costume will get their own posts.

There is an honorable mention that that fits into all three categories. It’s special so it gets its own place of distinction.

Articles of clothing, like undergarments, cover-ups, sleepwear, outerwear, swimwear etc are not included.

The costumes are ranked by aesthetics, memorability and how it suits the character/film.

List Subject to Change. This post was revised from my Hubpage article.

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Sci-Fi Feast of Fools Esmeralda

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Star wars version of Disney's Esmeralda in her Red Dance costume, Azalea Sci-Fi Doll Game picture image

Star wars version of Disney’s Esmeralda in her Red Dance costume, Azalea Sci-Fi Doll Game

What can I say? I’m currently obsessed with Star Wars. This is a re-endering of Esmeralda using the Sci-ff Doll game from Azalea Dolls. Would you believe Esmeralda’s red costume is easier to re-create than her usual look?