This list of cardboard clothes showcases some fantastically crafted costumes and it is amazing to see some of the stylish and well-structed outfits that have been put together. It truly proves you can create beauty in anything!
Cardboard is oftentimes underrated for its structural integrity and functional abilities. But because of its cheap and light nature, it becomes convenient for all types of crafting. The fact that it can be recycled and reused is an added bonus.
The best part is, most cardboard clothes are easy to emulate as the materials are so readily available. Hopefully this list will inspire you to create your own cardboard clothing -- just remember not to wear it when it's raining!
22 Crafty Cardboard Clothes
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Photo-Sharing App Outfits
Be a Literal Stereotype with the Instagram Hipster Halloween Costume
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Cardboard Catwalks
Strode College Challenges Young Designers With Odd Medium
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Cardboard Animal Masks
The Jozef Mrva Masks Are Eerie and Creatively Crafted
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Conformable Cardboard
'UPS' from Patrick Sung Will Shape to Anything You Want to Ship
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Plastic Bag Princesses
Models Wear Tape and Boxes for AnOther Magazine
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Paper Running Sneakers
Cardboard Nike Air Shoes Can Be Mistaken for a Real Shoe
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Dressed-Down Princess Fashion
Vivienne Westwood FW2010 Collection Practices Lo-Fi Glam
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Recyclable Claw Costumes
Giant Cardboard Robot Arms Will Make You the Baddest Bully on the Block
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Underprivileged Apparel Ads
The Shocking New Ark Mission of India Fashion Campaign
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Chimerical Cardboard Crowns
The Whimsical Stuart McLachlan Children's Paper Styling Hats
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Newspaper Couture Fashion Shows
Upcycled Ball Gowns Take the Spotlight at the Green Show
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Cardboard Sneakers
I HAVE POP Creates Shoes Made Out Boxes
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Bat Accessory Attachments
The Bat Wings Headband is an Easy Costume Idea for Halloween
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DIY Mechanical Arms
The Philip Valdez Steampunk Arm is an Amazing Creation
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DIY Superhero Masks
These Printable Avengers Masks are Cute and Cost-Efficient
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Child-Friendly Sci-Fi Costumes
The Aliens Power Loader Baby Costume is Created by the Coolest Dad
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DIY Shutterbug Disguises
The Tyler Card Nikon Camera Costume is a Fully Functioning Getup
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'Derelicte' Chic
Franck Sorbier Raids the Bin for the Fall/Winter 2010/11 Couture Collection
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Cardboard Greek Warrior Headgear
The DIY Spartan Helmet Will Make You an Honorary Hero
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Cardboard Bowler Hats
Gabriela Ligenza Creates Eco Headwear Inspired by the CIty of London
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Curious Cardboard Clothing
IKEA Textiles Campaign Focuses on Textiles, Not Furniture
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