It’s certainly not the focus of pro wrestling, but fashion is a big part of the sport whether we want to acknowledge it or not. An exceptionally creative or eye-catching piece of attire can elevate an AEW wrestler’s entrance from standard to iconic. Sometimes down the road, these attires are immortalized and turned into action figures, which adds to their importance when it comes to marketing.
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The most important part of a wrestler’s entrance gear, though, is that it introduces the audience to a wrestler before they even enter the ring or have their name announced. Fans, especially newer viewers, will often make some immediate judgments based on a wrestler’s entrance gear. These 10 pieces of entrance attire are not only remarkable but brilliantly representative of each wrestler’s character.
11 The Lucha Bros’ Aztec Headdresses
The Lucha Bros’ entrance at 2021’s All Out PPV is one of the most iconic entrances in all of AEW history. This is for a few reasons. First, it had one of the most exciting live musical performances in AEW. Second, it led to one of the greatest tag team matches in history. And third, the entrance featured sensational attire.
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The crowning pieces were undoubtedly the extravagant headdresses inspired by Aztec fashion. The headdresses served as a beautiful tribute to Penta and Fenix’s heritage and made them look like mega stars in the process.
9 Adam Cole’s Halo Cosplay
If you’re a fan of Adam Cole, you’re probably familiar with his love of video games. Back when he was in WWE, he was a regular on Austin Creed’s gaming show, UpUpDownDown. Since leaving, he’s been streaming video games on Twitch.
This entrance attire, inspired by Master Chief of the Halo franchise, was one way that Adam Cole brought his love of video games to the ring.
8 Thunder Rosa’s Floral Crown & Robe
Few wrestlers look as majestic as the AEW Women’s Champion, Thunder Rosa. She carries herself with incredible poise and wears the gold around her waist effortlessly.
This entrance attire from 2022’s Double or Nothing made Thunder Rosa look larger than life. The tribute to the victims of the Uvalde shooting was incredibly touching and showed how much Thunder Rosa cares about uplifting those in need. She is an amazing wrestler and person. This look was proof.
7 The Young Bucks’ Elvis-Inspired Jackets
The first-ever Double or Nothing PPV was a big gamble. Its success helped AEW lock in TV deals and led to the company’s exceptional growth. If it had failed, though, there’s a chance AEW might not exist today. Las Vegas was the perfect city to perform such a gamble. And who better to channel than the king of Vegas himself, Elvis Presley?
That’s exactly what The Young Bucks did with this attire. Their white jackets were as pristine as they were flashy. They were the perfect attire to wear into their title match against the Jackson brothers’ greatest rivals, the Lucha Bros.
6 The Dark Order’s Cowboy Outfits
No one had more momentum in 2021 than Hangman Adam Page. His championship journey captured the hearts of AEW fans, as did his friendship with The Dark Order. These matching purple cowboy outfits not only looked stunning but were a very touching sign of just how much The Dark Order supported their friend.
5 MJF’s Scarf
This might seem like an obvious pick, but sometimes answers are obvious because they’re correct. MJF’s scarf has been a trademark of his character for years, even before he came to AEW. To many wrestling fans (especially those largely unfamiliar with high fashion), the Burberry pattern is synonymous with MJF.
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MJF’s Burberry scarf isn’t just a fashionable accessory; it’s also a great way for him to stand out in fans’ minds. Viewers might not remember a wrestler’s full name after their first time watching them, but they’ll probably remember a snazzy-looking scarf.
4 CM Punk’s ROH Throwback
When CM Punk faced MJF in their infamous Dog Collar match, he had to dress for the occasion. He chose to wear something that would particularly intimidate his opponent, knowing that MJF used to idolize him when he was a child.
This gear was worn regularly by CM Punk when he was in ROH and on the independent circuit. Most notably, he wore it in his first Dog Collar match against Raven. The attire wasn’t just evidence of mind games at work but also showed that Punk was just as scrappy and relentless as ever.
3 Hikaru Shida’s Double or Nothing Kimono
Hikaru Shida is perhaps the most underutilized talent in AEW today. She has over a decade of experience in the business and is almost universally beloved by fans.
One of the highlights of Shida’s time in AEW so far is undoubtedly her capturing of the AEW Women’s Championship at 2020’s Double or Nothing. At the PPV, she debuted new, beautiful attire. Part of her outfit was a stunning, golden kimono that not only looked incredible but served as a tribute to Shida’s Japanese heritage.
2 Jade Cargill’s Mortal Kombat Cosplay
Jade Cargill is so gorgeous on her own that she wows fans no matter what she’s wearing. This attire, however, was particularly stunning. The outfit was a cosplay of the fighter Jade from the Mortal Kombat series. It’s particularly fitting for Jade Cargill, considering that the two share the same name.
Jade likes to say she walks, talks, and acts like money. One glance at her in this attire and you’ll understand what she means.
1 The House of Black’s Masks at Double or Nothing
A wrestler’s attire can not only wow the audience, but also intimidate their opponents. This was likely the intended thought behind the House of Black’s attire at 2022’s Double or Nothing.
Their haunting masks made Buddy Matthews, Brody King, and Malakai Black look like three harbingers of death, or maybe something even worse. Their attire, paired with their atmospheric, soul-stirring entrance music, made the House of Black look otherworldly that night in Vegas.
