Broom Costume
Sweep them off their feet with this clever, creative DIY look.
Whether you want to be a classic witch's accessory or a literal household broom, this costume is a hilarious and creative choice. It is perfect for anyone who loves punny, unique, or literal-object costumes. The look consists of a long brown or tan outfit representing the handle, topped with a flared straw-like skirt or fringe representing the bristles.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $15–40
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What you need for a Broom costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Broom costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Brown bodysuit or long-sleeve shirt
A solid brown, tan, or wood-grain patterned tight-fitting top to act as the broom handle.
DIY: Use a plain brown t-shirt or paint wood grain lines onto an old tan shirt.
Brown leggings or pants
Matching solid brown or tan slim-fit pants to complete the long, straight handle look.
DIY: Wear any dark brown or khaki pants you already own.
Raffia or grass skirts
Two natural-colored raffia or hula grass skirts to create the textured broom bristles.
DIY: Cut strips of brown paper grocery bags or tan felt and hot glue them to a belt.
Brown duct tape or thick ribbon
Used to secure the bristles around your waist or chest to mimic the wire binding of a broom.
DIY: Use any thick twine, rope, or dark tape you have at home.
Cardboard or foam cone
An optional base to wear on your head or shoulders to flare the bristles outward.
DIY: Roll a piece of poster board into a cone shape and secure it with tape.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Broom costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the solid brown long-sleeve shirt and matching brown leggings to establish the broomstick handle base.
- 2
Step into the first raffia grass skirt and pull it up to your chest or waist, depending on where you want the bristles to start.
- 3
Layer the second raffia skirt directly over the first to add volume and thickness to your broom bristles.
- 4
Wrap brown duct tape or thick twine tightly around the top band of the grass skirts to mimic the bound wire of a real broom.
- 5
Trim the bottom of the grass skirts evenly so they end around your knees or shins, allowing you to walk easily.
- 6
Wear simple brown or black shoes to keep the focus on the broom silhouette.
Makeup & hair
Keep hair sleek and tied back in a high ponytail or bun to maintain the straight, narrow line of the broom handle. Makeup can be kept natural, or you can paint a small wood-grain texture on your cheeks using brown face paint.
Broom for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as a dustpan, a witch, or a wizard.
- group
- Go as a cleaning crew with a mop, a bucket, a dustpan, and a vacuum cleaner.
- kids
- Use a brown cardboard tube or wrapping paper roll over a brown sweatpants set, attaching a small grass skirt at the bottom.
- Plus size
- Use a loose-fitting brown tunic or A-line dress as the base, layering the grass skirts comfortably around the hips.
- pet
- A small dog can wear a tan harness with short raffia fringe attached to the sides to look like a hand broom.
Tips
- If using real raffia, shake it out outdoors first to minimize shedding during your event.
- Make sure the bristles are trimmed short enough that you won't trip while walking or climbing stairs.
- Wear shorts or a slip under the grass skirts, as raffia can sometimes be scratchy against bare skin.
- Keep your arms close to your sides in photos to emphasize the straight, narrow shape of a broomstick.
Broom costume FAQ
- How do I make a human broom costume?
- Wear a solid brown outfit for the handle, then wrap natural-colored grass hula skirts around your waist or chest, securing them with brown tape to look like bristles.
- Is a broom costume easy to walk in?
- Yes, as long as you trim the grass skirts or raffia to knee-length so they do not interfere with your feet.
- What goes well with a broom costume?
- A dustpan costume is the perfect matching partner, or you can walk alongside someone dressed as a classic witch.
Did you know? The classic image of witches riding brooms dates back to the 15th century, but the modern flat broom we use today was actually invented by the Shakers in the 1790s.