Trainer customization
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Trainer customization is a feature that allows the player to customize their appearance further than the two gender options present since Pokémon Crystal. Trainer customization was introduced in Pokémon X and Y, and has been featured in all core series games since Sun and Moon.
Pokémon X and Y
Players may choose from several preset appearances during the game introduction. In Pokémon X and Y, choices for the preset appearances are:
- Pale skin, blond hair, blue eyes
- Fair skin, honey hair, gray eyes
- Dark skin, black hair, brown eyes
Salon
Players may change their hair color or cut at the Coiffure Clips salon in Lumiose City. For female players, front styling/bangs may be customized independently of the rest of player's haircut.
- Styling and color: $3,000 (♀, front style only: $2,500)
- Styling: $1,500 (♀, front only: $500)
- Color: $2,000
Additional hairstyles are unlocked after attaining 50 style points in and around Lumiose City.
Styles
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Styling:
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Styling:
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*: Available after reaching 50 style points |
Clothing
- Main article: List of clothing (X and Y)
Boutiques across Kalos sell various clothing items with a selection of hats, tops, bottoms, dresses, socks, shoes, bags, and hat accessories. Each boutique in Kalos has a unique selection of clothing and accessories based on the "essence" of its surrounding city.
Location of boutiques
City/Town | Location |
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Santalune City | East of the Pokémon Center |
Lumiose City | Vernal Avenue, next to Café Classe |
Cyllage City | East of Hotel Cyllage |
Laverre City | Near the southwest entrance |
Anistar City | East of the Pokémon Center |
Snowbelle City | Northwest of the Gym |
The player can customize their clothing at fitting rooms which can be found in every Pokémon Center. There are also fitting rooms in the PR Video Studio and at boutiques. Fitting rooms in Pokémon Centers and the PR Video Studio only allow the player to change between clothing they currently own; fitting rooms at boutiques also allow the player try and purchase new clothing.
Contact lenses
Fitting rooms (excluding those at boutiques) also allow the player to change their eye color with contact lenses. The list of options available are:
- Brown
- Hazel
- Gray
- Green
- Blue
- Take off
The Lens Case must first be obtained at the PR Video Studio in Lumiose City to change the eye colour. The player does not obtain contacts matching their default eye color.
PR Video Studio
In X and Y, the player can use further customization options for their PR Video, such as makeup for female Trainers or facial hair for male Trainers, can be accessed via the makeup artist also located in the PR Video Studio in a similar manner to the hairstylist.
Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon
In Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon, choices for the preset appearances are:
- Pale skin, blond hair, and blue eyes
- Fair skin, black hair, and black eyes
- Dark skin, brown hair, and brown eyes
- Darker skin, black hair, and brown eyes
Salons
The player may change their hair color by selecting the "Color" option, or change their haircut by selecting the "Cut" option. Additional hairstyles are unlocked after entering the Hall of Fame.
Location of salons
City/Town | Location |
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Hau'oli City | Shopping District, west of the apparel shop |
Konikoni City | Near the south entrance |
Malie City | Off the west street |
Styles
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†: Available after entering the Hall of Fame ‡: Bangs cannot be chosen with this hairstyle |
Contact lenses
The player can change the color of their eyes in fitting rooms once a Lens Case is received from Lillie in Hau'oli City. Unlike Pokémon X and Y, the player is wearing colored contacts by default.
- Hazel
- Gray
- Green
- Blue
- Black
- Yellow
- Burgundy*
- Violet*
- Brown
*: Available after entering the Hall of Fame
Lip color
A Makeup Bag allows the player to change the color of her lips in fitting rooms, similarly to contact lenses. It is received from Lillie in Hau'oli City in Pokémon Sun, Moon, Ultra Sun, and Ultra Moon if the player is female.
- No lipstick
- Nude Pink
- Coral Orange
- Bright Pink
- Summer Red
- Deep Burgundy
- Icy Blue
Clothing
- Main article: Fashion item
Fashion items are sold at apparel shops with each apparel shop in Alola having a unique selection of fashion items. Players can browse the shop's selection by talking to the attendant. Upon exiting the menu, the player will be prompted to put on any purchased items. To put on any obtained items, the player can also use the fitting room located in back-left corner of every apparel shop. In Pokémon Ultra Sun and Ultra Moon, fitting rooms are also found in Alola Photo Clubs. Fitting rooms only allow the player to change between clothing they currently own, or change their contact lenses or lip color.
Unlike previous generations, starting from these games, the player may choose not to wear any hats.
The Trainer customization screen has separate menus for tops, bottoms, socks, shoes, bags, hats, eyewear, and hair accessories.
In the Festival Plaza, the player can dye their white fashion items to different colors at dye houses. The player can use the shop's dyes, or they can use Berries from their Bag to create a dye to use. The player can also redye any item they have previously dyed.
Location of apparel shops
City/Town | Location |
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Hau'oli City | Shopping District, west of the Tourist Bureau |
Hau'oli City | Shopping District, inside the Shopping Mall |
Heahea City | East of the Tourist Bureau |
Konikoni City | North of the salon |
Malie City | Near the west wall of Malie Garden |
Pokémon Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!
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In Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee! , choices for the preset appearances are:
- Fair skin, black hair, and gray eyes
- Pale skin, blond hair, and blue eyes
- Dark skin, black hair, and brown eyes
- Darker skin, black hair, and brown eyes
Clothing
The player can change their clothing at any time from the Clothing Trunk in the bag. Most outfits are received from NPCs as gifts throughout the game. While most outfits are received as sets (Cap, Top, Shorts, Shoes, and Bag together), they can be equipped individually.
These games also have matching outfits for the player's Partner Pokémon, received together with the player outfits. These can also be changed at any time from the Clothing Trunk in the bag.
Pokémon Sword and Shield
In Pokémon Sword and Shield, the choices for the preset appearances are:
- Fair skin, brown hair, and brown eyes
- Pale skin, blond hair, and blue eyes
- Dark skin, black hair, and gray eyes
- Tanned skin, brown hair, and brown eyes
Salons
The player may change their hair color and cut for $3,000. Additional hairstyles can be unlocked after obtaining the Style Card in The Isle of Armor.
Location of salons
City/Town | Location |
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Motostoke | In the southeast, next to the Boutique |
Hammerlocke | To the west, left of the Battle Café |
Circhester | In the southeast corner |
Wyndon | Along the west road, on the left after the Boutique |
Styles
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Color:
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In addition Salons can also change a player's makeup for $1,000, replacing the Lens Case and Makeup Bag.
Eyebrows | Eyebrow Color | Eyelashes (Female Only) | Eye Color | Lipstick (Female Only) |
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Clothing
- Main article: List of clothing (Sword and Shield)
As with previous games, Boutiques sell a variety of clothes which the player may purchase, In addition, there are Uniform Shops in most stadiums and at Motostoke, where players can purchase sets of type-themed clothing.
Players can customize their clothing at Boutiques using the fitting room, or immediately after purchasing a new clothing item. The Trainer customization screen has separate menus for tops, overwear, bottoms, dresses, socks, shoes, bags, hats, glasses, gloves, and uniforms. Any part of a uniform can be worn separately if desired.
Location of boutiques
City/Town | Location |
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Wedgehurst | In the northwest, past the Berry Store |
Motostoke | To the southeast, next to the Salon |
Hammerlocke | To the west, before the Battle Café |
Circhester | In the northeast corner |
Wyndon | Along the west road, on the left |
Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl
In Pokémon Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, the choices for the preset appearances are:
- Fair skin, blue hair, and gray eyes
- Dark skin, black hair and brown eyes
- Pale skin, blond hair and blue eyes
- Tanned skin, brown hair and brown eyes
Clothing
- Main article: Style (Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl)
Unlike previous games, individual clothing items cannot be bought separately, but are purchased as whole outfits at the Metronome Style Shop in Veilstone City. Trainers will start the game with the default outfits worn by the protagonists in their official artwork.
Pokémon Legends: Arceus
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In Pokémon Legends: Arceus, the choices for the preset appearance are:
- Fair skin, blue hair, and gray eyes
- Dark skin, brown hair and gray eyes
- Pale skin, blond hair and blue eyes
- Tanned skin, brown hair and brown eyes
Hair Styling
The hairdresser is located in Jubilife Village, between the clothing store and the general store. It is initially run by an old woman named Edith, and later taken over by Arezu. The service is available to the player once they complete Mission 2: "The Galaxy Team's Entry Trial".
The player can pay $500 in exchange for customizing their hairstyle, hair color, and eyebrow color. After styling their hair, Edith or Arezu gives the player the option to wear their hat or not, if the new hairstyle allows for the use of hats. Players can complete requests given to them by Arezu to obtain more hair style and color options.
Clothing
- Main article: List of clothing (Legends: Arceus)
The clothier is also located in Jubilife Village, past the hairdresser, near the front gate. It is run by Anthe. The player can purchase clothing or change their outfit here. Additional clothing options become available as the player completes story missions and by completing specific requests for Anthe.
Pokémon Scarlet and Violet
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In Pokémon Scarlet and Violet, the choices for the preset appearances are:
- Fair skin, brown hair, and brown eyes
- Dark skin, black hair, and gray eyes
- Pale skin, blond hair, and blue eyes
- Tanned skin, brown haid, and brown eyes
While the skin tone cannot be changed after choosing it at the start of the game, the player can later change their hair color and eye color, and can additionally change their eye shape, freckles, beauty spots, lip color and more. These features can be customized at any time.
Clothing
- Main article: List of clothing (Scarlet and Violet)
Outfits can be purchased at one of many clothing stores in Paldea. Players can customize their uniform, legwear, footwear, gloves, headwear, eyewear, bag, and Rotom Phone design. They can change their outfit at any time.
Locations of clothing stores
There are 9 chains of clothing stores in Paldea. Most of these stores have branches in Mesagoza, Levincia, and Cascarrafa. Different cities will stock different items.
Chain | Branch | Detail |
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Bagin's Bags |
Cascarrafa | Second level, near the Cascarrafa (West) Pokémon Center |
Levincia | Northern half, southwest of the Levincia (North) Pokémon Center | |
Mesagoza | Northwest corner of central square | |
Capbourg Headwear |
Cascarrafa | Second level, near the Cascarrafa (West) Pokémon Center |
Levincia | Southern half, northwest of the Levincia (South) Pokémon Center | |
Mesagoza | Northeast corner of central square | |
Delibird Presents Rotom Phone cases |
Cascarrafa | Bottom level, near the Cascarrafa (North) Pokémon Center |
Second level, near the eastern elevator | ||
Levincia | Northern half, near the Levincia (North) Pokémon Center | |
Mesagoza | Northeast of the main entrance | |
Southeast of the Mesagoza West Gate | ||
Northeast of the Mesagoza West Gate | ||
Rough & Tough Outdoor wear |
Cascarrafa | Second level, eastern row of buildings |
Levincia | Northern half, eastern row of buildings | |
Mesagoza | Southeast corner of central square | |
Seguro Style Riding gloves and Helmets |
Cascarrafa | Top level, southeast corner |
Levincia | Northern half, western row of buildings | |
Sock Quarter Legwear |
Cascarrafa | Second level, eastern edge of the city |
Levincia | Southern half, western row of buildings | |
Mesagoza | Northeast corner of central plaza | |
Spec Shack Eyewear |
Cascarrafa | Second level, near the Cascarrafa (West) Pokémon Center |
Levincia | Northern half, western row of buildings | |
Mesagoza | Northeast corner of central plaza | |
Veracidad Premium clothing |
Cascarrafa | Top level, southwestern edge of the city |
Levincia | Southern half, eastern edge of the city | |
Zapaldea Footwear Footwear |
Cascarrafa | Bottom level, eastern row of buildings |
Levincia | Southern half, western row of buildings | |
Mesagoza | Northeast corner of central plaza | |
Peachy'sTM Knitted socks and gloves |
Mossui Town | East of the Pokémon Center |
Mask VendorTM Festival masks, joke glasses and Rotom Phone cases |
Kitakami Hall |
Salons
The player may change their hair color and cut for $3,000. Any hairstyle can be selected regardless of gender. Additional hairstyles can be unlocked after obtaining the Teal Style Card and the Indigo Style Card.
Location of salons
City/Town | Location |
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Mesagoza | In the main square, northwest corner |
Cascarrafa | In the west end of the southernmost section |
Levincia | In the northern section, west of the Pokémon Center |
Styles
Cut | Color |
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Face
New to this game, the player can change their facial appearance with the "change look" option in the clothing menu, replacing makeup options from previous games. All options are available regardless of gender.
Styles
Eyes | Color Contacts | Eyelash Shape | Eyelash Color | Eyebrow Shape | Eyebrow Color | Mouth | Lip Color | Beauty Spot | Freckles |
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In the spin-off games
Pokémon Battle Revolution
- Main article: Custom Pass
Learn with Pokémon: Typing Adventure
In Learn with Pokémon: Typing Adventure, the player can choose from four preset outfits, two for each gender, at the beginning of the game.
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Pokkén Tournament
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Classification | Male | Female |
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Flower Face Paint (DX) | |
Glasses |
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Battle AR |
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Backgrounds |
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Emotions |
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Pokémon GO
- Main article: Style (GO)
In Pokémon GO, the player character can be chosen and customized at the beginning of the game. They can also be customized at any time from the profile screen starting in version 0.31.0.
Pokémon Masters EX
- Main article: Trainer Settings
In Pokémon Masters EX, the player character can be customized from the Trainer Settings menu. Players can change their gender, skin color, eye color, hair color, hairstyle, hat, and clothing color from this menu.
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