Björk Costume
Recreate the most iconic, avant-garde red carpet fashion moment in history.
Björk is an acclaimed Icelandic singer-songwriter celebrated for her eclectic music and eccentric, avant-garde style. Her most famous fashion statement is the iconic swan dress designed by Marjan Pejoski, which she wore to the 2001 Academy Awards. This costume recreates that legendary red carpet moment with a plush swan wrapped around a white tulle skirt.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~60 min
- Budget
- $35–90
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What you need for a Björk costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Björk costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Nude bodysuit
A form-fitting, flesh-toned sleeveless bodysuit to wear as the base layer.
DIY: Use a tan or beige tank top and matching leggings.
White tulle tutu skirt
A high-volume, multi-layered white tulle skirt to mimic the swan's body.
DIY: Tie strips of white tulle onto an elastic waistband.
Plush swan neck and head
A long, white fabric tube stuffed with batting, featuring a black and orange felt beak and a black button eye.
DIY: Sew a tube of white felt, stuff it with polyester fiberfill, and add felt details for the face.
White felt swan wing
A flat, wing-shaped piece of white felt or fabric attached to the side of the skirt.
DIY: Cut a wing shape out of stiff white felt and safety pin it to the skirt.
Faux swan eggs
A few white plastic or foam eggs to carry or drop on the floor.
DIY: Use white plastic Easter eggs.
Silver mary jane flats
Simple silver or metallic flat shoes to complete the red carpet look.
DIY: Use plain white sneakers or flats.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Björk costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the nude bodysuit to establish the base layer.
- 2
Step into the white tulle tutu skirt and pull it up to your waist.
- 3
Drape the plush swan neck diagonally across your torso, starting from one shoulder down to the opposite hip.
- 4
Secure the swan's head so it rests flat against your chest, with the beak pointing downward.
- 5
Attach the felt wing piece to the side of the tulle skirt using safety pins.
- 6
Put on the silver mary jane flats.
- 7
Carry a few white craft eggs in your hand to playfully drop on the ground, mimicking Björk's red carpet performance.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair in a center part with loose, slightly messy dark waves. Keep makeup minimal and natural, focusing on a fresh complexion and a touch of pink lip balm.
Björk for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with someone dressed as a security guard or a giant gold Oscar statue.
- group
- Combine with other iconic 2000s red carpet looks, like Britney and Justin in matching denim.
- kids
- A miniature version using a white toddler tutu and a small plush swan toy.
- Plus size
- Use a highly stretchy nude bodysuit or a comfortable beige tee with a wide-waistband tulle skirt.
- pet
- A white dog sweater fitted with a small tulle ruffle and a tiny plush swan neck.
Tips
- Use strong safety pins on the inside of the bodysuit to keep the heavy plush swan neck from slipping off your shoulder.
- If wearing this outdoors in cool weather, swap the nude bodysuit for a nude long-sleeve thermal top.
- Bring a small tote bag to carry your phone and keys, as the tutu skirt does not have pockets.
Björk costume FAQ
- What did Björk wear under the swan dress?
- She wore a sheer, flesh-colored body stocking underneath the tulle skirt and swan neck to create the illusion of the swan wrapping directly around her body.
- How do you make the swan head stay up?
- You can insert a flexible craft wire or a wire coat hanger inside the stuffed fabric neck to help it hold its curved shape against your chest.
- Why did Björk wear the swan dress?
- She wore it to the 73rd Academy Awards in 2001 as a playful, artistic statement, famously bringing six fake eggs and 'laying' them on the red carpet.
Did you know? The original swan dress was so beloved by Björk that she had two of them made; she later auctioned one off for the international charity Oxfam.