10 Famous Anime Villain Uniforms, Ranked By Style

Some anime villains are memorable for their sheer cruelty or unbelievable acts of violence. Others are remembered for their great reserves of power and high intellect. However, some are famous not only for these things, but also for their iconic uniforms.

Many of these villains are still powerful and intimidating, and their uniforms add to this aura of fear. On the other hand, some are seen as eccentric and difficult to take seriously due to their costumes. Aesthetics notwithstanding, each of these groups of villains have uniforms that can only be described as stylish and unforgettable.

10 The Kara Have Uniforms That Say Style But Seem A Bit Derivative (Boruto)

Boruto's Kara have a uniform that looks eerily familiar to fans of the Naruto franchise. They each wear a black cape pinned to the shoulder with collars that cover the neck and chin when worn in a specific way. This is reminiscent of the Akatsuki, the black-cloaked members who are recognizable by their bright red clouds drawing on their uniforms. Like the Akatsuki, the Kara are a group of antagonists led by an Otsutsuki. While the Kara get points for their uniformity and personal style, there are deductions for their obvious reference to the Akatsuki.

9 The Homunculi Share Style Elements But They're Everywhere (Fullmetal Alchemist)

The Homunculi of the Fullmetal Alchemist franchise share a common black dress code, and most of them also have red markings, unlike other organizations on this list. However, that's about as uniform as their suits can get. Each of them wears a drastically different style of clothing, from a suit and cocktail dress to a top and shorts. Also, their uniforms lack the eccentric accessories usually found in anime. While they certainly make for an intimidating bunch, they are overshadowed by some of their counterparts.

8 The Military Police Have Their Uniform Ready, But They Could Use A Little Imagination (Attack On Titan)

Members of the Military Police in Attack on Titan are characterized by their cropped tan jackets, white t-shirts, and green unicorn logo. Although the individual members of the Military Police Brigade are not necessarily evil, many of them are prone to corruption and misbehavior. They extort and rob citizens, benefit from nepotism and abuse their power. So, according to some citizens, they are quite evil. Their uniforms are certainly in better shape than many of them as people, though they're not particularly imaginative.

7 The Eye Of The Midnight Sun Share A Style Aesthetic (Black Clover)

Each of the members of The Eye of the Midnight Sun wears some version of a flowing cape that is laced with the emblem of a three-eyed key. Many of them also share some type of red facial markings, although each has a different pattern.

As a whole, the uniforms are elegant and mystical. However, some of the members wear a version of the uniform that is so simple it's disappointing. Still, the Eye of the Midnight Sun has a uniformly intimidating aesthetic.

6 The Aogiri tree has an obvious style, although the uniform part is a bit loose (Tokyo Ghoul)

Tokyo Ghoul's Aogiri Tree is distinguished by its uniforms that partially cover the face with a high collar or hood. They are united by their color palette of red, black, and white, and many of the members also wear some form of mask. Each of the members can express themselves through their uniform, as it's not so strict as to require conformity, but rather cohesive and creepy enough to strike fear into the hearts of their enemies if their sheer power didn't already. .

5 The Dai Li Blend In Perfectly Into The World (Avatar: The Last Airbender)

The Dai Li are believed to be allies of Team Avatar, and were originally formed to be forces of good, but due to the rampant corruption running through Ba Sing Se, the Dai Li turned evil. However, their uniforms still held cultural significance and signified the power and influence of the Earthrealm.

As executors of this influence, the Dai Li were equally striking in design and, despite being a uniform, did not skimp on style and accessories. Their hats served as both a symbol of their cultural importance and their shadow capabilities.

4 It's Easy To Spot The Fire Nation Troops With Their Pointy Shoulders (Avatar: The Last Airbender)

The Fire Nation uniform changed throughout the hundred years of the war, but always kept the same red and black design aesthetic with pointed shoulders. Not only were the stereotyped colors and shapes associated with fire used, but those associated with violence were also chosen, thereby visually establishing that the soldiers were the bad guys in the series. There are variations throughout the series based on year, branch of the military, and soldier rank, but Avatar always stylishly establishes these characters as a force to be reckoned with.

3 All Espada Wear Stylized Versions Of The White Uniform (Bleach)

Each of the Espada puts a unique spin on the white uniform with black trim. However, seeing them all together, it is easy to see that they are all part of the same uniform. As such, there is an obvious style and each villain can express himself and his powers through that uniform.

However, none of them deviate enough from the original design to seem incoherent, making the Blades of Bleach one of the only villain groups that truly balance a unique style and consistent adherence.

2 The Akatsuki Wear A Uniform That Most Anime Fans Recognize (Naruto)

The dark cloaks with high, wide collars and bright red clouds emblazoned on them are recognizable even to those who haven't seen the Naruto series yet, as the Akatsuki's iconic logo has merged with pop culture. What makes the Akatsuki uniform so terrifying is its relative strict observance.

Each Akatsuki member must have a signet ring, and each must wear the uniform with little deviation. The only characters that alter the image of the uniform are those that require form adaptations, such as Zetsu and Sasori, and those that wear the uniform differently, such as Hidan.

1 The Most Iconic Villain Uniform Of All Time Has To Be Team Rocket (Pokémon)

One of the most memorable villain uniforms in anime is that of the Pokémon Team Rocket duo, Jessie and James. It's easy to conjure up the image of the big red "R" that appears on the front of every Team Rocket growl. The two put their own spin on the original Team Rocket uniforms, adding unique undergarments and openings in the fabric. Plus, his eccentric red and purple hairstyles add a level of individuality to the uniform, not to mention his best friend Meowth and his goofy costumes.