Black Cat (Marvel) Costume
Steal the spotlight as Marvel's most glamorous cat burglar, Felicia Hardy.
Black Cat (Felicia Hardy) is one of Spider-Man's most popular allies and adversaries, making her a favorite choice for Marvel fans who want a sleek, high-contrast look. Her signature outfit features a form-fitting black jumpsuit trimmed with plush white faux fur and paired with a classic black domino mask. This costume strikes the perfect balance between classic comic book style and modern cosplay glamour.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–120
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What you need for a Black Cat (Marvel) costume
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Black bodysuit or jumpsuit
A form-fitting, long-sleeved black spandex or faux-leather bodysuit with a deep V-neckline.
DIY: Use a pair of tight black leggings and a matching long-sleeve black top.
White faux fur trim
Plush white faux fur fabric strips to attach to the collar, cuffs, and boot tops.
DIY: Cut strips from a cheap white fluffy stocking or blanket.
Black domino mask
A simple black eye mask that adheres to the face or secures with an elastic band.
DIY: Cut the shape out of black felt or craft foam and secure with spirit gum.
Black gloves with claws
Elbow-length black gloves, optionally fitted with silver or white pointed fingernails.
DIY: Glue silver metallic press-on nails to the fingertips of plain black fabric gloves.
Knee-high black boots
Black high-heeled or flat knee-high boots, trimmed at the top with matching white faux fur.
DIY: Wear black boots and wrap white fur boot covers around the calves.
Black choker necklace
A simple black velvet or leather choker, sometimes styled with a small silver whip or bell charm.
DIY: Cut a strip of black ribbon and tie it snugly around your neck.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black bodysuit or jumpsuit as the base layer.
- 2
Attach the white faux fur trim to the collar of the bodysuit, as well as the cuffs of the sleeves, using safety pins or fabric tape.
- 3
Pull on the knee-high black boots and wrap the remaining white faux fur trim around the top edges of the boots.
- 4
Slip on the long black gloves, ensuring the claw-like fingernails are aligned properly.
- 5
Put on the black choker necklace.
- 6
Apply the black domino mask over your eyes, adjusting it for comfort and visibility.
- 7
Style your hair or wig to complete the signature Felicia Hardy look.
Makeup & hair
Wear a long, voluminous platinum blonde or white wig with long bangs framing the face. For makeup, go for a dramatic cat-eye wing with black liquid eyeliner, paired with a bold red or dark nude lip.
Black Cat (Marvel) for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Spider-Man for a classic, action-packed Marvel duo.
- group
- Join forces with other Spider-Man characters like Ghost-Spider, Silk, and Mary Jane Watson.
- kids
- A kid-friendly version swaps the deep V-neck for a high-neck black jumpsuit with the same white fur trim.
- Plus size
- A high-stretch spandex bodysuit or a two-piece black top and legging set offers a comfortable, custom fit.
- pet
- A black cat costume harness with a tiny white faux fur collar.
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Tips
- Use double-sided fashion tape to keep the white faux fur collar securely in place along the neckline.
- If using a stick-on domino mask, clean your skin with rubbing alcohol first so the adhesive holds all night.
- Opt for flat or low-wedge black boots if you plan on walking or standing for long periods at a convention.
- Keep a small comb handy to keep your platinum white wig from tangling during photos.
Black Cat (Marvel) costume FAQ
- What does Marvel's Black Cat wear?
- She wears a sleek black bodysuit trimmed with white faux fur at the collar, wrists, and boots, along with a black domino mask, black gloves with claws, and a platinum blonde wig.
- How do you attach the fur for a DIY Black Cat costume?
- You can temporarily attach white faux fur trim using safety pins or fabric tape, or permanently attach it using fabric glue or a quick sewing stitch.
- Is Black Cat's mask painted on or a real mask?
- In the comics, it is a physical domino mask, but cosplayers can use either a fitted foam/plastic mask or black face paint to achieve the look.
Did you know? Felicia Hardy first appeared in The Amazing Spider-Man #194 in 1979, created by writer Marv Wolfman and artist Keith Pollard.