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A layered denim or canvas jacket, a faded graphic tee, straight jeans, worn boots and a heavy pack.

Cynthia Ann Summers designed the series with unusual precision about fidelity: "Craig was really specific, even about where the shoulder and sleeve land on her arm." On the sunset-print shirt: "We tried to replicate the game's design meticulously. Achieving the exact sunset graphic was challenging, and we had to make some adjustments."

Scene: On the Road
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Faded Denim Jacket

Mid-wash, softened, slightly loose. New denim loses it instantly.

Budget pick
Womens Denim Jacket Relaxed Fit 2026 Lightweight Casual Breathable Stretch Button Front Long Sleeve Cardigan Coat

Womens Denim Jacket Relaxed Fit 2026 Lightweight Casual Breathable Stretch Button Front Long Sleeve Cardigan Coat

★ 3.1 · 4 reviews

The splurge
Levi's Women's Relaxed Fit Cotton Bomber Jacket

Levi's Women's Relaxed Fit Cotton Bomber Jacket

★ 4.7 · 15 reviews

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02

Graphic Print Tee

Washed-out print, looks picked up rather than bought.

Budget pick
Women Boho Wildflowers Cottagecore Shirt Vintage Butterfly Floral Botanical Graphic Tees Garden Lover Tops

Women Boho Wildflowers Cottagecore Shirt Vintage Butterfly Floral Botanical Graphic Tees Garden Lover Tops

★ 4.2 · 810 reviews

The splurge
Women’s Premium Oversized Vintage Graphic T Shirt – Mineral Washed Relaxed Fit Boho Western Rock Inspired Casual Tee

Women’s Premium Oversized Vintage Graphic T Shirt – Mineral Washed Relaxed Fit Boho Western Rock Inspired Casual Tee

★ 4.6 · 23 reviews

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03

Straight Jean

Mid-blue, straight, no distressing that looks designed.

Budget pick
Amazon Essentials Women's Medium Stretch Slim-Fit Mid-Rise Straight Leg Jeans

Amazon Essentials Women's Medium Stretch Slim-Fit Mid-Rise Straight Leg Jeans

★ 3.8 · 498 reviews

The splurge
Lucky Brand Women’s Sweet Straight Jean

Lucky Brand Women’s Sweet Straight Jean

★ 4.2 · 4,073 reviews

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04

Worn Lace-Up Boot

Brown leather, scuffed, mid-height.

Budget pick
Kg's Genuine Leather Laces – 100% Genuine Leather Shoe Laces for Adults, Leather Boot Laces are Tough & Long-Lasting

Kg's Genuine Leather Laces – 100% Genuine Leather Shoe Laces for Adults, Leather Boot Laces are Tough & Long-Lasting

★ 4.5 · 297 reviews

The splurge
Thursday Boot Company Women's Captain Cap Toe Ankle Boots

Thursday Boot Company Women's Captain Cap Toe Ankle Boots

★ 4.3 · 415 reviews

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05

Canvas Backpack

Faded, full, obviously used. Part of the outfit, not an extra.

Budget pick
KL928 Canvas Sling Bag for Men Women, Casual Crossbody Backpack Travel Shoulder Daypacks Rucksack

KL928 Canvas Sling Bag for Men Women, Casual Crossbody Backpack Travel Shoulder Daypacks Rucksack

★ 4.8 · 17 reviews

The splurge
Carhartt Convertible Backpack Tote Black

Carhartt Convertible Backpack Tote Black

★ 4.6 · 727 reviews

Scene: Layers
06

Flannel Overshirt

Muted check, worn open over the tee.

Budget pick
Bozanly Button Down Mid Long Plaid Flannel Shirts for Women Lapel Long Sleeve Loose Check Jacket Shacket(0635-Apricot-S)

Bozanly Button Down Mid Long Plaid Flannel Shirts for Women Lapel Long Sleeve Loose Check Jacket Shacket(0635-Apricot-S)

★ 4 · 1 reviews

The splurge
EVALESS Womens Flannel Shacket Jacket Plaid Button Down Shirts

EVALESS Womens Flannel Shacket Jacket Plaid Button Down Shirts

★ 4.2 · 3,229 reviews

07

Plain Hoodie

Grey or olive, worn under the jacket.

Budget pick
Amazon Essentials Women's Regular-Fit Midweight Fleece Pullover Hoodie with Kangaroo Pocket (Available in Plus Size)

Amazon Essentials Women's Regular-Fit Midweight Fleece Pullover Hoodie with Kangaroo Pocket (Available in Plus Size)

★ 4.4 · 2,108 reviews

The splurge
G Gradual Hoodies for Women Oversized Fleece Sweatshirt Kangaroo Pocket

G Gradual Hoodies for Women Oversized Fleece Sweatshirt Kangaroo Pocket

★ 4.3 · 356 reviews

08

Long-Sleeve Thermal

Waffle texture, faded, as a base.

Budget pick
Turtleneck Tops for Women Long Sleeve Mock Neck Shirts Thermal Underwear

Turtleneck Tops for Women Long Sleeve Mock Neck Shirts Thermal Underwear

★ 4.4 · 578 reviews

The splurge
3 Pack Women Oversized Waffle Knit Shirts Fall Tops

3 Pack Women Oversized Waffle Knit Shirts Fall Tops

★ 4.1 · 115 reviews

09

Leather Cord Bracelet

Thin, plain, worn on one wrist.

Budget pick
PH PandaHall 1mm Waxed Cord,100 Yards Waxed Cotton Cord Brown Waxed Thread Beading String Waxed Craft String for

PH PandaHall 1mm Waxed Cord,100 Yards Waxed Cotton Cord Brown Waxed Thread Beading String Waxed Craft String for

★ 4.6 · 1,538 reviews

The splurge
Tommy Hilfiger Men's Jewelry Braided Leather Bracelet

Tommy Hilfiger Men's Jewelry Braided Leather Bracelet

★ 4.3 · 183 reviews

Why it works

Nothing new. Faded denim, a washed tee, boots with actual wear. New-looking clothes are the single fastest way to lose this. Layer three: a tee, a shirt or hoodie, then a denim or canvas jacket. All slightly loose, all in muted colours. The graphic tee is the one piece of personality — a faded print, ideally something that looks like it was picked up rather than bought. And the backpack is part of the outfit. Canvas, worn, full. It's the detail that makes the rest read as a life rather than as a look.

Questions people actually ask

What does Ellie wear in The Last of Us?

End-of-the-world practical: faded denim jacket, graphic tee, straight jeans, worn boots and a canvas backpack that's seen things.

How do I make it look lived-in?

Buy nothing new-looking. The jacket should be faded, the boots scuffed, the flannel soft — apocalypse chic is 90% wear and 10% flannel.

What should I avoid?

Clean sneakers and crisp denim. Nothing in Ellie's world is box-fresh, including the jokes.

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