Daryl Dixon Vest
We get our first glimpse of what is to become the iconic Daryl Dixon Vest in Season 2 Episode 4 of The Walking Dead, entitled ‘Cherokee Rose.’ Daryl’s angel wings leather vest has quickly become as much of an iconic part of Daryl Dixon’s image as his crossbow<, his motorbike and even his home-made Poncho!
When it comes to constructing a Daryl Dixon Cosplay Costume there are a number of alternative vests available. Whilst the simplest solution is to find a readymade biker vest with the wings already emblazoned on the back, this is not always the most economical solution nor is it necessarily the most authentic.
An important consideration to bear in mind when choosing a readymade Daryl Dixon Vest is to make sure that the wings on the back of the vest have been positioned high enough on the shoulders to match the vest worn by Daryl. We at ZombiePit have scoured the internet to bring you our choices for the best Daryl Dixon vests available; including one readymade vest with the wings already attached and two that you can fashion yourself with a pair of easy iron-on Daryl Biker Wings that are simple to attach. So without further ado, here are our top picks on the best Daryl Dixon vests!
Daryl Dixon Winged Vest
- Faux Leather Wings Vest
- One Size
- Length: 23″ (58.5cm)
- Chest 45.6″ (116cm)
- Side Laces
- Angel Wings on Reverse
Daryl Dixon Vest
Daryl Dixon’s Angel Wings Vest is one of the most iconic and easily recognised items in his wardrobe. Matched with a simple pair of jeans, a t-shirt and a Daryl style hair cut, this one item will make you instantly recognisable as Daryl. This particular vest is a quality item made in an authentic style that closely resembles the vest worn by Daryl in the show. It is a great vest that will look the part and is versatile enough to wear on other occasions.
Plain Interstate Vest
- Genuine Leather
- 2 Front Pockets
- 2 Inside Pockets
- Snap Fastening Closure
- Laces at sides
Plain Interstate Vest
This Interstate Leather Basic Vest with side laces is an ideal choice for those wanting a quality made leather vest and who don’t mind attaching a pair of readymade iron-on embroidered wings.
This vest is made from a durable, weather resilient leather material that is comfortable and hard wearing. The side laces run through steel eyelets and give the wearer a comfortable fit that allows freedom of movement and ventilation. Five steel press studs fasten the front of the vest which has also been fitted with two pockets. The inside is nicely finished with a comfortable lining and two interior pockets.
The vest has been carefully re-enforced in all the right places to ensure a quality living dead garment that will last throughout the apocalypse and beyond!
To add the finishing touch to your Daryl Dixon Vest, you can simply attach a pair of Walking Dead Daryl Dixon Hells Angel Wings. These are high quality iron-on patches measuring 14 inches by 6.7 inches (350x170mm).
You can also find a wide range of authentic cosplay accessories that will add a striking finishing touch to your knockout Daryl Dixon Costume by checking out our Daryl Dixon Cosplay guide.
Daryl Dixon Plain Interstate Vest Verdict
This is a quality plain leather vest with front pockets and laced sides. If you don’t mind adding your own set of iron-on Daryl Dixon Wings, you can have an authentic leather Daryl Dixon Vest at a much cheaper price than buying one already emblazoned with the Wings.
Plain Buffalo Vest
- Genuine Hog Leather
- Firm and Supple
- Durable Construction
- Topstitching Accents
- 2 Front Pockets
- Quality Side Laces
- Black Snap Front Closure
Plain Buffalo Vest
This Buffalo Side Lace Vest is made from Hog leather, specifically Bison hide and incorporates a polyester lining, two front pockets, and a front fastening of four press studs.
The sides are laced so the wearer will have freedom of movement and ventilation. Each of these luxurious Buffalo hide Vests has been constructed from individual bison hide pieces that have been intricately patched together in a mosaic pattern which gives each vest a distinctly dashing look with zig-zag stitching running throughout the vest.
As a result of this meticulous craftsmanship, you can rest assured that your Buffalo Side Lace Vest will retain its edgy, authentic Daryl Dixon zombie hunter style for many years to come. All that’s left for you to do is attach a pair of Walking Dead Daryl Dixon Hells Angel Wings that can be easily ironed onto the vest for a professional looking finish. These wings measure 14 inches by 6.7 inches (350x170mm).
Daryl Dixon Vest Verdict
This is a bargain plain leather vest with front pockets and laced sides. The fabric of the vest has been made by interlocking sections of Bison leather in a mosaic pattern, so a zig-zag pattern of stitching can be seen througout the vest on close inspection but this does not detract from the overall genuine leather well constructed vest. If you are happy to add a pair of iron-on Daryl Dixon Biker Wings yourself, you can put together an authentic looking Daryl Dixon Winged Leather Vest at a bargain price!
Daryl Dixon Wings
- Measures: 14 x 6.7 inches
- Iron on patch
- High quality patches
- Contains 2 wings
Daryl Dixon Wings
These patches are great for transforming a plain leather vest or denim vest into a Daryl Dixon Biker Wings Vest. If you are putting together a Daryl Dixon Costume they are ideal. Many ready made Daryl Dixon Vests have the wings too low down to accurately match the vest worn by Norman Reedus in The Walking Dead. Fix these wings to your own plain garment for an authentic looking, iconic Daryl Dixon Vest.
For more details on these Angel Wings, check out Daryl Dixon Wings
Choosing your Daryl Dixon Vest
Top tip: Regardless of the particular Daryl Dixon vest you choose, the sizing on all new leather vests can seem slightly snug for the first few wears. Fortunately, after a period of ‘wearing in’ the leather will soften and relax to the contours of the wearer. If in any doubt, order a larger size than usual.
Ultimately, whatever Daryl Dixon Vest you choose, each of the products listed above can be used to create an authentic, long-lasting and affordable Daryl Dixon cosplay. If you’ve been looking for some insightful advice on how to craft a Daryl Dixon cosplay then our ZombiePit team are here to help. Check out our Daryl Dixon Step by Step Cosplay Guide to find some additional items worn by that daring zombie slayer himself and to glean some exclusive insights on how to put together various looks that Daryl has sported throughout Seasons 1-7 of The Walking Dead.
Alternatively, you can also explore our Zombie Costume Section in order to review a wide range of captivating cosplay ideas and to gain some targeted costume inspiration for other cast members on The Walking Dead as well as from within the vast zombie TV, movie and comic book universe in general. Happy hunting!
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