While there are brilliant anime uniforms some of the bravest female anime characters have similarly memorable and unique outfits they love to wear during battles or simply just during their everyday lives. There are hundreds of stunning fantasy, sci-fi, and even goth-inspired female anime outfits, but there are only a few most if not all anime lovers can instantly recognize. Since these outfits are not uniforms they're truly one of a kind and are able to tell more about their wearers' personalities.

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Some of these memorable creations belong to the strongest magical anime girls but even some of the darkest and most evil female anime characters had a great sense of style and a breathtaking wardrobe. From classic dresses and futuristic clothing items to elegant royal gowns these beautiful outfits have made their way into anime and in some cases even pop culture history.

8 Eureka - Eureka Seven

Eureka in Eureka Seven

Eureka's charming white-blue dress is one of the most futuristic dresses with a vintage vibe. This lovely dress is one of the most beloved clothing items and fans love to wear this dress not only at anime conventions or costume parties but even on hot summer days.

While Eureka's dress is the most popular her whole look including her hairstyle and jewelry are also widely recognized and often copied. Eureka Seven is a fun and adrenalin-boosting series about an outlaw group and their enigmatic pilot Eureka. This anime has beautiful visuals and is one of the greatest anime with giant robots.

7 Nana Osaki - Nana

Nana Osaki in Nana

Nana Osaki's dark and cool style is definitely one of the most popular female anime outfits most fans love to re-create. What makes her outfit so iconic is that it's a considerably normal modern outfit yet thanks to Nana's unique style and her singular personality it somehow stands out from the crowd.

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Nana is the lead vocalist in a punk band called Black Stones and one day she meets another girl named Nana. While the two are complete opposites of each other they become inseparable friends and roommates. The anime has great style and emotional stories that are just as relatable as the show's two lovable protagonists.

6 C.C. - Code Geass

C.C. in Code Geass

C.C. is easily one of the most beautiful characters in Code Geass and her stunning white Royal gown is one of the most iconic female anime outfits ever created. While this immortal character might have made the wrong choice when she chose to become Lelouch's right hand she certainly can make the right choices when it comes to her appearance.

Code Geass' two most well-dressed characters are Lelouch and C.C. whose outfits are some of the most iconic and most anime fans can instantly recognize them. C.C.'s white gown is also one that cosplayers love to wear during conventions, so fans can easily get their hands on a real-life replica.

5 Erza Scarlet - Fairy Tail

 Erza Scarlet in Fairy Tail

Even though Erza Scarlet has impeccable style and always wears something memorable her Heaven's Wheel Armor outfit is easily one of the most impressive and iconic ones. This outfit is not only fashionable and unique but also serves as protection since it's a magical armor dress that's made of silver metal almost entirely.

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What makes Erza's armor gown even more iconic is its cool sword and special powers that help her defeat her enemies more easily. Thanks to this stunning creation Erza is capable of flying as well as summoning and charging powerful weapons at her foes. Erza is not the only mighty character in Fairy Tail since the series has many other brilliant warlocks and even iconic anime knights who bravely fight against evil.

4 Bulma - Dragon Ball Z

Bulma in Dragon Ball Z

Bulma is one of the most important characters in the Dragon Ball universe. She is a brilliant scientist who also knows how to dress well. While she wore many great outfits during the many seasons and movies of this popular anime franchise her pink dress with the purple scarf, and blue pouch, are her most memorable and iconic outfits.

Dragon Ball Z follows Goku's adventures as he trains to become the greatest fighter and get the mighty dragon balls, so he can make his wishes come true. Not only Bulma and Goku have iconic looks but even some of the best villains in the series have unforgettable styles.

3 Misa Amane - Death Note

Misa Amane in Death Note

Misa Amane's little black dress with the black lace stockings and gloves is one of the most iconic female anime outfits ever. Even those anime fans can recognize this beautiful outfit who never watched the show. While Amane has a great fashion sense and wears multiple beautiful dresses her black dress with the laces became one with this troubled character.

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Death Note is one of the most known anime series with a haunting and thought-provoking story fans still have heated debates about. Some of the best Death Note episodes have brilliant twists that made the show one of the all-time best.

2 Haruka - Sailor Moon

Haruka in Sailor Moon

Haruka is one of Sailor Moon's most important characters when it comes to personality and outfits. This iconic character has a great style both in her female and his male form and Haruka loves to wear more masculine and more tomboyish outfits even in her female form.

Her most iconic outfit has to be one of her firsts which was a casually elegant beige suit with a simple black shirt. Even non-Sailor Moon fans recognize this simple yet memorable style and smile. While most of the outfits in Sailor Moon became iconic Haruka's is especially important since it's not a simple fashion item but a vital statement too, that was even more impressive when Haruka first appeared in the show in 1994.

1 Sinon - Sword Art Online

Sinon in Sword Art Online

Sinon is one of the most popular characters in SAO who is Kirito's ally and friend and is the most uniquely dressed character in the franchise. Her cute and elegant outfit quickly became a fan favorite and now there isn't a single anime or cosplay convention without at least a dozen of Sinon cosplays.

Sword Art Online is one of the most iconic shows that anime fans seem to either hate or adore. SAO has a beautiful and exciting story and is one of the best Isekai anime set in games.

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