Crimson Peak Costume
Embody gothic romance in Edith Cushing's iconic Victorian yellow gown.
This costume recreates Edith Cushing's breathtaking yellow dress from Guillermo del Toro's gothic masterpiece, Crimson Peak. Perfect for fans of Victorian horror and elaborate period drama fashion, this look stands out for its vibrant color and dramatic silhouette. The ensemble features puff sleeves, intricate lace detailing, and a hauntingly beautiful historical aesthetic.
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Time
- ~120 min
- Budget
- $80–250
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What you need for a Crimson Peak costume
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Victorian yellow gown
A floor-length, mustard or marigold yellow Victorian-style dress with a high collar and long sleeves.
DIY: Modify a vintage high-neck maxi dress by adding yellow fabric dye and lace trim.
Puff shoulder sleeves
Dramatic, voluminous mutton-style sleeves at the shoulders, tapering down the arm.
DIY: Sew gathered yellow tulle or satin inserts into the shoulders of a yellow blouse.
White lace collar and cuffs
Intricate white lace trim detailing at the high neck and wrists.
DIY: Pin or sew vintage white lace ribbon directly onto the dress collar and cuffs.
Mourning belt
A dark woven belt worn at the waist, mimicking the Victorian hair-work mourning belt from the film.
DIY: Braid thick black yarn or synthetic hair extension strands into a belt with a vintage buckle.
Brass candelabra
A vintage-style three-arm brass candelabra, complete with white taper candles.
DIY: Paint a plastic thrift-store candelabra with metallic gold and bronze spray paint.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the yellow Victorian gown, ensuring the high collar is securely fastened.
- 2
Adjust the puff sleeves to maximize their volume at the shoulders, using tissue paper stuffing if needed.
- 3
Fasten the dark braided mourning belt snugly around the natural waistline.
- 4
Attach the white lace collar and cuffs to the dress if they are not already integrated.
- 5
Style your hair into soft, romantic Victorian curls, half-pinned back.
- 6
Carry the brass candelabra as your primary prop, ensuring the candles are unlit for safety.
Makeup & hair
Style hair in long, cascading blonde or light brown Victorian curls, partially pinned back at the sides. Keep makeup pale and ethereal with soft brown eyeshadow, minimal mascara, and a natural, muted rose lip color to look windswept and haunted.
Crimson Peak for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair Edith with Thomas Sharpe in a sharp, dark Victorian frock coat and cravat.
- group
- Combine Edith, Thomas Sharpe, and Lucille Sharpe in her dramatic crimson velvet gown.
- kids
- A miniature Victorian nightgown with a toy candelabra for a spooky, classic look.
- Plus size
- Look for Victorian gowns with corset-backs or elastic waistbands for an adjustable, comfortable fit.
Tips
- Use safety pins or fabric tape to keep the heavy lace collar flat and positioned correctly throughout the night.
- Opt for battery-operated LED taper candles in your candelabra for a safe, flicker-effect glow.
- Wear comfortable Victorian-style lace-up boots, as the long skirt will cover your feet most of the time.
Crimson Peak costume FAQ
- Why does Edith wear yellow in Crimson Peak?
- Costume designer Kate Hawley used bright yellow for Edith to symbolize life, warmth, and innocence, contrasting sharply with the dark, cold, and bloody environment of Allerdale Hall.
- How do I make the sleeves look as puffy as they do in the movie?
- You can sew internal ruffles of stiff nylon netting or tulle inside the sleeve caps to support the heavy fabric and maintain the dramatic Victorian silhouette.
- What is the belt Edith wears made of?
- In the film, Edith wears a belt made from her deceased mother's hair, a common Victorian mourning practice. You can replicate this using braided dark brown or black synthetic hair.
Did you know? The costume designer, Kate Hawley, incorporated authentic Victorian mourning jewelry and hair-work into the costumes to ground the film's gothic romance in real historical practices.