In Umamusume: Pretty Derby, each horse girl can unlock a unique signature racewear by reaching 3-star rank. These outfits appear in races and cutscenes, and reflect your progress with the character. While some SSR Umamusume come with signature outfits by default, most require upgrading. This guide covers how to unlock and equip them efficiently.
What Are Signature Outfits in Umamusume?
Signature racewear is a unique outfit tied to each character in Umamusume: Pretty Derby. These outfits are often seen in anime tie-ins or victory cutscenes, and they make your character stand out during races and concerts. While some SSR Umamusume come with these outfits by default, most characters require progression to unlock them manually.
Some SSR variants, such as anime-themed versions of Tokai Teio or Mejiro McQueen, come with signature racewear pre-unlocked—but these are treated as separate characters and must be scouted individually.
How to Unlock Signature Racewear
To unlock a signature outfit, you must increase the star rating of a character to 3 stars. This applies to all Umamusume, whether they start at 1, 2, or 3 stars.
Step-by-Step Unlocking Process:
- Go to the Enhance tab on the home screen.
- Tap Trainee.
- Select the character you want to upgrade.
- Tap Star Unlock.
- Use the required Star Pieces to raise the star level.
Once a character reaches 3 stars, her signature outfit becomes available.
Star Piece Requirements by Star Level
Upgrading stars requires a specific number of character-specific Star Pieces:
| Star Upgrade | Required Star Pieces |
|---|---|
| 1★ → 2★ | 50 |
| 2★ → 3★ | 150 |
| 3★ → 4★ | 350 |
| 4★ → 5★ | 650 |
Note: Only the upgrade to 3★ is needed to unlock signature racewear.
Upgrading to 4★ or 5★ boosts stats and skills further, though it doesn’t unlock new outfits. Plan your upgrades based on your racing priorities.
How to Get Star Pieces
Star Pieces are essential upgrade materials tied to individual characters. Here’s how to collect them efficiently:
Sources of Star Pieces:
- Scouting Duplicates: Pulling a duplicate Umamusume gives you her Goddess Statues.
- Statue Exchange Shop: Trade Goddess Statues for Star Pieces.
- Event Rewards: Some missions and seasonal events offer Star Pieces.
- Career Mode: Occasionally yields Goddess Statues.
- Limited-time Offers: Occasionally appear in the shop.
Additionally, mission completions and login campaigns can sometimes reward you with character-specific Star Pieces—especially during event periods.
Goddess Statues are more general than Star Pieces and can be exchanged in the shop, but they get pricier the more you buy.
How to Equip Signature Racewear
Once unlocked, here’s how to dress your Umamusume in her signature look:
- Open the Enhance tab.
- Tap Trainee.
- Tap the second Trainee tab that appears.
- Select the character whose outfit you want to equip.
- Tap the green book icon in the top-right corner.
- Click the outfit icon near the character’s legs.
- Select the signature outfit (usually the third one).
Signature racewear will now appear in races, some cutscenes, and special events. Each character’s outfit is distinct and represents their lore or anime variant.
Tips to Unlock Outfits Faster
If you’re aiming to speed up your outfit unlocks, consider the following:
- Focus on duplicating characters via scouting for more Goddess Statues.
- Participate in daily missions and time-limited events.
- Save Goddess Statues for your most-used characters.
- Look out for shop deals or banner bonuses offering pieces.
Consider investing Carats during limited banners that feature SSR variants with pre-equipped outfits. These versions may offer signature racewear without needing the 3★ upgrade.
What Makes Signature Racewear Special
Signature racewear isn’t just about aesthetics—it represents your growth with a character. Unlocking these costumes reflects your training investment and gives your Umamusume a unique edge in storytelling and presentation. Plus, they just look amazing mid-race.
They also appear in key victory animations and can enhance the character’s appeal during concerts and promotional scenes.
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Quick Recap: How to Unlock Signature Outfits
- Raise character to 3★ using Star Pieces.
- Obtain Star Pieces from duplicates, events, career runs, and Goddess Statue exchange.
- Equip the outfit via the Enhance > Trainee > Green Book > Outfit menu.
Tip: If you’re just starting out, prioritize unlocking outfits for characters you use most in career mode, as this gives both style and performance upgrades.
