Alastor Costume
Channel the sinister charm of Hell's notorious Radio Demon.
Alastor, the charismatic and terrifying Radio Demon from Hazbin Hotel, is a top choice for fans who love theatrical, sinister cosplay. His signature look is a vintage 1930s-inspired red pinstripe suit paired with a wide, unsettling grin. Recreating this outfit involves sharp tailoring, demonic deer elements, and a retro radio broadcaster aesthetic.
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Time
- ~90 min
- Budget
- $60–150
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What you need for a Alastor costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Alastor costume — one box instead of 8 pieces.
Red pinstripe tailcoat
A dark red or burgundy frock coat or tailcoat with subtle black vertical pinstripes and wide black lapels.
DIY: Use a fabric marker to draw black pinstripes onto a plain red blazer or thrifted suit jacket.
Red dress shirt
A bright red button-down dress shirt worn underneath the tailcoat.
Black bow tie
A large, oversized black bow tie, resembling a butterfly or stylized knot.
DIY: Cut the shape out of black felt and attach it to an elastic band.
Burgundy trousers
Matching burgundy or dark red dress pants to complete the suit.
DIY: Use plain black dress pants as a highly acceptable alternative.
Black and red wig with ears
A short, choppy bob wig in bright red with black tips, featuring two pointed tufts on top resembling deer ears.
DIY: Style a short red wig with heavy hairspray, painting the tips black with acrylic ink or hair chalk.
Small black antlers
Two small, dark deer antlers protruding from the top of the head.
DIY: Mold antlers out of lightweight foam clay, paint them black, and attach them to a headband.
Monocle
A single round gold-rimmed monocle worn over his right eye, attached to a thin black cord.
DIY: Pop the lens out of cheap round glasses and attach a black string to one side.
Microphone staff
A cane topped with a vintage 1930s style oval microphone head, featuring a glowing red eye design.
DIY: Mount a painted cardboard vintage microphone shape onto a wooden dowel painted black.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the red dress shirt and button it fully to the collar.
- 2
Fasten the oversized black bow tie around your neck, positioning it neatly over the collar.
- 3
Put on the burgundy dress pants and secure them with a black belt.
- 4
Slip on the red pinstripe tailcoat, ensuring the black lapels lie flat.
- 5
Style your wig with the black antlers headband positioned securely between the hair tufts.
- 6
Carefully position the monocle over your right eye, tucking the cord behind your ear.
- 7
Put on black dress shoes and carry the vintage microphone staff in your hand.
Makeup & hair
Apply pale gray or white face paint as a base. Draw a dramatic, wide black smile extending past your lips, paint your nose tip black like a deer, and use red eyeshadow around your eyes to mimic his demonic expression.
Alastor for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with Charlie Morningstar in her red tux or Vox the TV Demon for a classic rivalry dynamic.
- group
- Form a Hazbin Hotel group with Charlie, Vaggie, Angel Dust, Husk, and Niffty.
- kids
- A simplified version with a red blazer, black bow tie, and a headband with felt deer ears and antlers.
- Plus size
- Look for stretch-blend burgundy blazers or custom-tailored frock coats for a comfortable fit.
- pet
- A red pet collar with an attached oversized black bow tie.
Tips
- Practice your posture; Alastor stands tall, moves theatrically, and never stops smiling.
- If the monocle won't stay in place, use a tiny dab of skin-safe spirit gum to secure it to your brow bone.
- Keep the microphone staff lightweight if you plan to carry it around a convention all day.
Alastor costume FAQ
- What color is Alastor's suit?
- Alastor wears a dark red or burgundy pinstripe tailcoat with a bright red shirt underneath, paired with matching burgundy or black pants.
- How do you do Alastor's hair and ears?
- His hair is a short red bob with black tips, styled into two pointed tufts that mimic deer ears, accompanied by two small black antlers.
- What props does Alastor need?
- His essential props are a vintage-style 1930s microphone cane and a gold-rimmed monocle over his right eye.
Did you know? Alastor's design and character concept were created by VivziePop during her high school years, long before Hazbin Hotel was officially developed.