T5W#411-Top 5 Motoko Kusanagi Outfits from Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex

The world of Cyberpunk Anime is home to some of the coolest and most insane characters in all of Anime.  It’s definitely home to some of the hottest ladies in the medium.  And while Cyberpunk: Edgerunners has given us the likes of Lucy and Becca to fawn over, for me the quintessential Queen of Cyberpunk of still Major Motoko Kusinagi from Ghost in the Shell.  As a lifelong Military operative, Motoko is efficient and bad ass in everything she does.  Not only that, but if it isn’t obvious, she’s hot as hell and isn’t above showing off just how sexy she looks on a regular basis.  Casual, on the job, even in the middle of combat, The Major has an outfit for every occasion.  Since we’re rolling with Section 9 once again with Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045, why don’t we highlight the greatest hits from The Major’s extensive wardrobe.  Today I present my choices for the Top 5 Motoko Kusanagi Outfits from Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex.  As the title implies, I’ll be covering the SAC saga including the first two TV Series, SAC_2045 and the Solid State Society Movie.  As much as I love younger Motoko’s all red look from Ghost in the Shell: Arise, that might be a list for another time.

 
#5-Private Sector/Vigilante Motoko (Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex-Solid State Society)

At first glance this ensemble is a less layered version of the combat suit Motoko wears during her Section 9 days. Don’t get me wrong, the shimmering catsuit and matching combat boots and gloves are a very nice look. But what really sets this look apart is the simple addition of a long black coat. It gives Motoko a very vigilante vibe, which you have to admit she has always wished to be, not being held back by rules and red tape. She tops off the look with slick purple shades that match her hair. It’s a perfect marriage of her old ties to Section 9 while Motoko branches off on her own.

 
#4-Ghost Leader (Ghost in the Shell: SAC_2045)

Now that she’s out of Section 9, Motokos a free agent who can take on any job she wants whenever she wants. This new outfit echoes that sentiment as it’s both sexy and comfy but also still feels combat ready. The swimsuit leotard top in particular looks like it might be reinforced (though it’s probably not, it just looks good). Not to mention those pants perfectly show off her very deadly legs. This is Motokos “getting away from it all while still being ready for work” outfit, perfect for black ops missions and summer bbqs alike.

 
#3-The Iconic Stand Alone Complex Outfit (Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex)

For The Major’s first big foray into Anime since the original 1995 movie, Motoko showed us that she’s willing to go a bit more bold with her fashion choices.  This opening look with a jacket over a revealing purple leotard and matching thigh high boots is arguably one of Motoko’s most iconic looks in the entire franchise.  It’s clear that this is a lady who will dress how she wants, when she wants, no matter the job or mission (even Aramaki had to call Motoko on a similar outfit when Motoko didn’t have a change of clothes).  Personally, I prefer the look a bit later in Season One when she pairs the leotard with pants, it just looks better to me. 

 
#2-Section 9 Tactical Wear (Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex Franchise)

Section 9 is basically a Black Ops unit and whenever they head into their field, every member has the same all back (or grey) combat uniform. Motoko is no exception but naturally she stands out among the bunch for fairly obvious reasons. Motoko has a pretty hot cyborg body and the combat bodysuit shows off every angle and accentuates her turn figure regardless of how much or how little gear she’s carrying around with her. Seriously, she should be thankful her men have such respect/partial fear for her because otherwise it would be damn near impossible to focus on the mission with a Goddess like her sneaking around in that number.
 

#1-Formal Military Outfit (Ghost in the Shell: Stand Alone Complex Franchise)

It’s hard to believe give some of her more daily risqué wardrobe choices that Motoko is an official military officer. She may not dress for the role for her day job but even Motoko has options for more formal events. The tan Military garb is a nice color for her and it helps her impressive collection of military badges stand out. But much like everything else she wears, Motokos always ready for action. There’s a very high slit on her skirt that not only showcases her legs in tights but also allows her to do many of her impressive acrobatic feats with ease.  It’s a quintisential outfit for Motoko in this universe.  So much so it has made welcome appearances in all three seasons of Stand Alone Complex. A woman in uniform has never looked this good.