Black Angel Costume
Embrace your dark side with a dramatic, gothic fallen angel look.
The Black Angel (or Fallen Angel) is a classic Halloween favorite that combines ethereal beauty with a dark, gothic aesthetic. This versatile costume centers around dramatic black feathered wings, a matching halo, and a sleek dark outfit. It is a popular choice for those who want a look that is both hauntingly elegant and easy to customize.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $30–80
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What you need for a Black Angel costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Black Angel costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Black feathered angel wings
Large, structured wings made with real or synthetic black feathers and elastic shoulder straps.
DIY: Cut wing shapes from black cardboard and glue layers of black craft feathers or coffee filters dyed black onto them.
Black halo headband
A black tinsel or feathered halo suspended on a thin wire attached to a black headband.
DIY: Shape a black pipe cleaner into a circle, attach it to a plain headband with wire, and wrap it in black tinsel.
Black dress or bodysuit
A sleek black dress, velvet gown, or long-sleeve bodysuit depending on your preferred style.
DIY: Use any basic black dress, skirt, or top already in your closet.
Dark sheer tights or fishnets
Black fishnets, patterned lace tights, or sheer black hosiery to add texture.
Black boots or heels
Combat boots for an edgy look, or high-heeled black boots for a more elegant silhouette.
DIY: Any solid black shoes or boots you own will work perfectly.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Black Angel costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on your base outfit of a black dress, bodysuit, or top and skirt combination.
- 2
Pull on the black fishnets or sheer tights and step into your black boots or heels.
- 3
Slip your arms through the elastic straps of the black feathered wings, adjusting them so they sit comfortably on your back.
- 4
Place the black halo headband securely on your head, hiding the headband portion in your hair.
- 5
Apply dark, gothic-inspired makeup and style your hair to complete the fallen angel aesthetic.
Makeup & hair
Go for a dramatic look with dark smoky eyeshadow, sharp black winged eyeliner, and deep plum or black lipstick. Style your hair in loose, messy waves, or sleek and straight for a polished gothic vibe.
Black Angel for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up as Heaven and Hell with one person dressing as a classic white angel and the other as the black angel.
- group
- Form a fallen host with friends wearing matching black wings but different styles of gothic clothing.
- kids
- Use smaller, lightweight felt wings and a comfortable glittery black halo over a simple black t-shirt and tutu.
- Plus size
- An A-line black velvet dress or a draped wrap dress provides a comfortable, flattering, and elegant base.
- pet
- A lightweight set of black wings designed with adjustable chest straps for dogs or cats.
Tips
- Feathered wings can be wide; turn sideways when walking through tight doorways or crowded party spaces.
- If your wings feel loose, cross the elastic shoulder straps over your chest in an 'X' shape before slipping them on.
- Bring a black cardigan or leather jacket to wear over the costume if you are heading outdoors in cold weather.
Black Angel costume FAQ
- What do you need for a black angel costume?
- The essential pieces are a pair of black feathered wings, a black halo headband, and any solid black outfit like a dress, bodysuit, or top and pants.
- How do you make a DIY black angel halo?
- You can easily make one by shaping black pipe cleaners or wire into a circle, wrapping it with black tinsel or feathers, and securing it to a plain black headband.
- What makeup goes best with a dark angel costume?
- A dramatic gothic look works best. Focus on dark smoky eyes, heavy eyeliner, and dark lipstick colors like burgundy, plum, or black.
Did you know? The concept of the fallen angel has been a staple of art and literature for centuries, famously popularized by John Milton's epic poem 'Paradise Lost'.