Liv Moore’s wardrobe in the morgue balances standard medical examiner utility with casual Pacific Northwest layering. Her signature outfit is defined by the contrast between a crisp white medical coat and everyday street clothes, paired with the pale, drained complexion of a functional zombie.
Because most of the outfit relies on everyday garments, success comes down to getting the specific color combinations and distinctive layering right. You want the pieces to sit naturally together without looking like mismatched separates thrown on at the last minute.
The Morgue Layering
The core visual identity of this costume rests on three upper layers: a white lab coat, a maroon zip hoodie, and a muted base top. A standard knee-length or mid-thigh Lab Coat acts as the outer shell. Leaving it unbuttoned is essential so the colored layers underneath remain fully visible. Push or roll the lab coat sleeves up slightly past the wrists to expose the hoodie cuffs beneath.
Underneath the coat, a fitted Maroon Hoodie provides the main splash of color against all the white and pale tones. Look for a clean, zipper-front design rather than a bulky pullover, as a zip hoodie allows you to adjust how much of the bottom layer shows through.
A Dark Grey Heather Tank Top sits closest to the skin. A charcoal or heathered grey works better than pure black here because it creates a subtle step-down in tone between the maroon fleece and the darker pants below. Keep the neckline relatively scoop-shaped or simple so it does not compete with the hoodie collar.
Pants and Boots
Liv keeps her lower half streamlined to balance the volume created by the layered outerwear. A simple pair of Black Skinny Pants provides a clean, neutral anchor. Cotton-stretch twill, dark denim, or fitted trousers all work fine as long as they taper cleanly at the ankle.
For shoes, brown ankle booties ground the medical examiner aesthetic in something practical and worn-in. A pair like the Brown Buckle Strap Block Heel Ankle Booties matches her on-screen style well. A chunky, low block heel gives you the slight lift seen on television while remaining comfortable enough to walk around in all day. Tuck the pant cuffs slightly or let them hit right at the top rim of the boot shaft.
Skin and Hair
Liv’s zombie appearance is subdued compared to traditional horror undead. She looks anemic and drained rather than rotting. Start with Pale White Face Paint applied with a damp sponge or blended into your usual foundation to wash out your natural skin tone. You want an even, chalky finish across your face, neck, and ears, rather than stark theatrical clown white.
Add soft plum or grey-purple eyeshadow lightly buffed under the lower lash line to recreate her tired, hollowed eye sockets. Skip heavy contouring on the cheeks; instead, dust a cool taupe along the hollows to enhance the gaunt effect without looking theatrical.
For hair, Liv wears an icy platinum-blonde bob with slight texture and loose waves. If you use a wig, look for a cool ash-blonde or white-blonde tone with a subtle dark root, cut just brushing the shoulders.
Props and Presentation
While the clothing is recognizable to fans of the series, carrying a prop immediately clarifies who you are. A set of Fake Brains is the definitive accessory for Liv.
Carrying the prop in a clear plastic meal-prep container or a white Chinese takeout box mimics her routine lunches at the King County morgue. Tucking a small bottle of hot sauce into the lab coat pocket adds a specific visual nod that fans will spot right away.
