Wolverine, known for his iconic superhero costume, has undergone numerous wardrobe changes over the years. From the comics to the X-Men cartoons, movies, and games, he’s been seen in a variety of outfits. Finally, fans will get to see Hugh Jackman don a comics-accurate blue and yellow costume in the upcoming Deadpool 3. To celebrate this exciting news, let’s delve into Wolverine’s closet and explore the most significant costumes from his colorful history. Check out our list and don’t forget to share your favorite Wolverine costume in the comments section.
1. The Original Tiger Stripe Costume
First Appearance: Incredible Hulk #181 (1974)
Wolverine’s costume had a familiar look right from the start. With its yellow spandex and black tiger stripes, pointy mask and gloves, and shoulder pads, it captured the essence of the outfit fans would come to love. The only curious addition was the whiskers on the mask, likening Wolverine to a cat. Nevertheless, this costume laid the foundation for future iterations.
2. The Classic Tiger Stripe Costume
First Appearance: Giant-Size X-Men #1 (1975)
Wolverine’s next appearance gave us the costume that is often remembered as his most iconic. It retained most of the design elements of the original Tiger Stripe outfit but did away with the cat whiskers. Over the years, the costume underwent streamlining, becoming a fan favorite. It appeared in X-Men: The Animated Series and ’90s X-Men games. Although it seems retired now, its legacy lives on.
3. Fang
First Appearance: Uncanny X-Men #107 (1977)
After defeating the Imperial Guard member Fang, Wolverine adopted his costume, albeit briefly. The costume featured an intricate design with bones, cuffs, and collars. However, artist John Byrne decided to revert to the original blue-and-yellow design but incorporated the brown-and-yellow color scheme from Fang’s outfit. This fusion became an iconic alternate look for the character.
4. Civilian Clothes
Wolverine is often seen on his solo adventures outside the X-Men team, opting for functional and subdued attire instead of his brightly-colored spandex. This rugged mountain man favors leather jackets, blue jeans, and tank tops. His look varies, but one thing remains constant – his preference for practicality.
5. The Brown Costume
First Appearance: Uncanny X-Men #139 (1980)
After five years of sporting the same costume, Wolverine surprised readers with a total makeover. His red and brown ensemble brought a fresh change to his appearance. Embracing the new look, Wolverine simply responded, “Why the hell not, bub?” This costume remained popular throughout the ’80s and early ’90s, making appearances in video games and even Wolverine: Origins.
6. Days of Future Past Wolverine
First Appearance: Uncanny X-Men #141 (1981)
Before the “Days of Future Past” storyline, Wolverine hinted at being older than he appeared. In this dystopian future, most of the X-Men had fallen to the Sentinels, leaving only a handful of mutants, including Wolverine, to resist. Unlike the animated series where he donned his familiar costume, in the comics, he sported a civilian look with distinctive wingtips in his hair. This future storyline showcased his mortality when a Sentinel ended his long life.
7. The Black Costume
First Appearance: Wolverine #1 (1988)
When Wolverine got his own solo series, artist John Buscema outfitted him in a stealthy black costume to highlight his Japanese ninja training. Although short-lived, this outfit added a mysterious edge to Wolverine’s appearance.
8. Patch
First Appearance: Wolverine #4 (1989)
During his adventures in Madripoor, Wolverine assumed the identity of Patch, a one-eyed bartender. This alias allowed him to operate under the radar and investigate discreetly. This unique disguise showcased Wolverine’s ability to blend into the crowd and added an intriguing twist to his character.
9. Weapon X
First Appearance: Marvel Comics Presents #72 (1991)
The ’90s explored Wolverine’s origins and unearthed the dark secrets of his past. In the “Weapon X” storyline, readers witnessed the gruesome procedure that bonded adamantium to Wolverine’s bones. We saw him subjected to tubes and a VR helmet that controlled his berserker rage. Shaved of body hair, his healing factor caused it to rapidly regrow, accentuating his savage and primal nature.
10. The X-Men Training Uniform
First Appearance: Uncanny X-Men #275 (1991)
In an attempt to create a unified style for the X-Men’s uniforms, the costume designers at the Xavier Institute introduced a blue and gold training uniform. Characters like Wolverine, Psylocke, and Gambit briefly wore this costume. While it didn’t last, some characters continued to wear variations of this uniform.
11. Team X
First Appearance: X-Men #5 (1992)
The ’90s shed more light on Wolverine’s past, including his time with Team X, a black ops group undertaking covert government missions. Their leather uniforms and artillery reflected their clandestine operations. In the comics, Team X comprised Wolverine, Sabretooth, Maverick, Silver Fox, and others. The team also appeared in X-Men Origins: Wolverine.
12. Age of Apocalypse
First Appearance: X-Men: Alpha (1995)
When Xavier’s son, Legion, altered the course of history, the X-Men found themselves in the “Age of Apocalypse.” In this reality, Apocalypse ruled North America, and Logan adopted the name Weapon X. His red and blue variation on the Tiger Stripe costume and missing left hand distinguished him in this alternate timeline.
Wolverine’s wardrobe has transformed over the years, showcasing his evolution as a character. From his classic Tiger Stripe costume to various alternate looks, each outfit holds significance in his history. As we eagerly await the appearance of his comics-accurate costume in Deadpool 3, let us celebrate the diverse and captivating wardrobe of Wolverine.
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