There are plenty of armor sets to choose from in Skyrim, but even then, longtime players may find themselves getting tired of the base game's offerings. Fortunately, there is an almost endless number of ways to get creative, and certain armor sets mesh almost perfectly together. There is no shortage of unique outfits to try out for players bored with the Dragonborn's appearance.
On top of what's already present in the game, Skyrim's active modding community adds even more options at a regular pace, with new armor mods consistently appearing on Skyrim's Nexus page and other mod libraries. While this is likely a big part of what helps Skyrim remain popular despite being nearly a decade old, there's a huge array of clothing even without mods. Given that The Elder Scrolls 6 is still at least a couple of years away, this bounty will continue to be a boon for those who want to replay the game.
The vanilla game boasts several impressive veins of content for veteran players, from picking up side quests previously not encountered, to tracking down rarer treasures, and even finding undiscovered locations across Skyrim. The expansive size of Skyrim's map and the many repeatable missions that are available help make it an easy game to replay, even for those who aren't looking to mod their save. Clothes and armor may not always rate at the top of every player's list, but there are plenty of ways for fashion-minded Dragonborn to mix and match their plundered clothing collections for the best looks.
How To Look Like A Guard In Skyrim
These two armor combinations, like the others on this list, were compiled by Reddit user Taravangian. They're a great look for any particularly law-abiding players and emphasize the Dragonborn's position as Thane for those trying to collect titles throughout Skyrim. The first set combines Winterhold Guard Armor with Hide accessories and a Temple Priest Hood. The second uses the Winterhold Guard Helm instead, alongside Dawnguard Heavy Armor, Nordic Carved Boots, and Wolf Gauntlets.
Battle Mage Armor Sets For Skyrim's Magic Users
Thanks in large part to its versatility, Skyrim's magic can be a powerful tool. The mage's armor provided by the College of Winterhold is a little lackluster, though, given it lacks significant protection. These two armor sets are a good alternative, especially for players with a lot of skill points put into Enchanting. They rely more on heavy armor but don't sacrifice the iconic robes or hood that players might be looking to keep. The first uses Steel Plate accessories and a Dawnguard Full Helm, while the second combines Wolf accessories with Banded Iron Armor and a Novice Hood.
Skyrim Heavy Armor Sets With Masks
Masks are an easy way to make the Dragonborn look a little more intimidating, and fortunately, there are plenty to choose from in Skyrim. These two sets both utilize masks on top of heavy armor, making them a good option for combat-focused Skyrim players. The first set stacks the mask Zahkriisos on top of Daedric accessories and Nordic Carved Armor. The latter uses Nordic Carved accessories with Ebony Mail and the Masque of Clavicus Vile, two of Skyrim's most unique Daedric artifacts.
Source: Taravangian