What to Wear to Showdown at Dusty Gulch: A Wild West Murder Mystery

Welcome to Dusty Gulch, where the gold rush is on and so is murder! For Showdown at Dusty Gulch, embrace the spirit of the American frontier. Think rugged fabrics, earthy tones, and practical silhouettes. Denim, leather, and plaid are your friends. Accessorize with cowboy hats, boots, bandanas, and tin stars. Every character has their own unique Wild West Costume Ideas below, so find yours and get ready for a rootin' tootin' good time!

Cassidy Cook, Saloon Owner

A leather vest over a white Victorian blouse, a holster at the hip (prop), and a large set of keys hanging from a belt. A decorative feather in her hair adds a touch of frontier elegance.

Deacon Saint-Clair, Town Preacher

A long black frock coat, a clerical collar, and a large, well-worn Bible. A silver cross necklace and a pair of spectacles.

Lorelei Lariat, Rodeo Star

A fringed suede jacket, cowboy boots with spurs, and a wide-brimmed Stetson. She carries a lariat rope slung over her shoulder.

Doc Barnaby Bones, Town Doctor

A slightly disheveled suit with a stethoscope (prop) peeking out of the pocket. He carries an old-fashioned black medical bag.

Pearl Parker, Saloon Singer

A glamorous, sparkling evening gown with sequins, a feather boa, and long satin gloves. A decorative hair clip with jewels.

Wyatt West, Mysterious Drifter

A rugged duster coat, a bandana around the neck, and worn-in work boots. He carries a pocket watch that he checks frequently.

Hazel Hooten, Newspaper Reporter

Wear a simple dress with an ink-stained apron or vest. Carry a notepad and a pencil at all times, ready to jot down a juicy quote.

Jedediah Jangles, Traveling Salesperson

Wear a flashy, slightly worn suit or a colorful vest and a bowler hat. Carry a few small, interesting-looking bottles with fancy labels like 'Gumption Tonic' or 'Courage Cordial'.

Sutton Slate, Gold Prospector

Wear worn, dusty clothes and a wide-brimmed, floppy hat. Carry a small cloth pouch (that you can claim is full of gold dust) and perhaps a prop pickaxe.

Matilda Mason, School Teacher

Wear a high-collared, modest dress in a dark color. Wear glasses on a chain around your neck and carry a ruler or a book of classic poetry.

Billie Bishop, Sheriff's Deputy

Wear a simple lawman's outfit, maybe with the shirt a bit too big or the hat slightly askew. Wear a tin star badge pinned prominently on your chest.

Fletcher Ford, Blacksmith

Wear a leather apron over simple, sturdy clothes. You can have some charcoal or grease smudges on your face and hands to look the part.

Tallulah Tate, Wealthy Rancher's Daughter

Wear the fanciest, most colorful dress you can find, completely impractical for a saloon. Carry a delicate fan or a parasol and act like you're above it all.

Emerson Eagle, Telegraph Operator

Wear a green visor, sleeve garters to keep your cuffs clean, and maybe a bow tie. Constantly tap your fingers on tables and other surfaces as if sending a message in Morse code.

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