Cruella de Vil Costume
Embrace your inner fashion villain with this iconic black, white, and red look.
Cruella de Vil is the famously glamorous, puppy-obsessed villain from Disney's 101 Dalmatians. People choose this look because it perfectly balances high-fashion drama with classic villain energy. The outfit consists of a sleek black dress, an oversized white faux fur coat with a red lining, bright red elbow-length gloves, and her signature half-black, half-white hair.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $45–120
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What you need for a Cruella de Vil costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Cruella de Vil costume — one box instead of 7 pieces.
Half-Black Half-White Wig
A short, voluminous wig split vertically down the middle with white on one side and black on the other.
DIY: Use temporary black and white hair color sprays on short, heavily teased hair.
Black Sheath Dress
A simple, sleeveless black midi or maxi dress with a straight silhouette.
DIY: Any plain black dress or a black tank top tucked into a black pencil skirt works.
Oversized White Faux Fur Coat
A plush, oversized cream or white faux fur coat, ideally featuring a bright red satin lining.
DIY: Drape a large white faux fur throw blanket or stole over your shoulders.
Red Elbow-Length Gloves
Bright red satin or spandex gloves that extend past the elbows.
Red Pumps or Kitten Heels
Classic pointed-toe heels or kitten heels in a vibrant red shade.
DIY: Any red flats or black heels you already own.
Teal Button Earrings
Large, round teal or bright green clip-on or stud earrings.
DIY: Paint cheap plastic hoop or stud earrings with bright green nail polish.
Long Green Cigarette Holder
A long, slender black costume cigarette holder with a metallic gold tip and a green body.
DIY: Paint a thin wooden dowel black, green, and gold.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black sheath dress and red pointed-toe heels.
- 2
Secure your natural hair under a wig cap, then put on the half-black, half-white wig, ensuring the split is centered.
- 3
Apply the dramatic villain makeup, focusing on pale skin, high-arched brows, and red lips.
- 4
Put on the large teal button earrings.
- 5
Slip on the red elbow-length satin gloves.
- 6
Drape the oversized white faux fur coat over your shoulders, letting it hang open to reveal the dress.
- 7
Hold the long green cigarette holder between your fingers to complete the high-fashion pose.
Makeup & hair
Apply a very pale foundation base, draw thin, high-arched black eyebrows, and apply bright green eyeshadow up to the brow bone. Finish with a bold, classic red lipstick. The wig should be teased for maximum volume and a slightly chaotic, wild shape.
Cruella de Vil for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as a spotted Dalmatian puppy or Jasper/Horace in bumbling henchman attire.
- group
- Gather a group with one Cruella, several friends in Dalmatian onesies, and one person as Anita or Roger.
- kids
- A miniature version featuring a black dress, a small white faux fur capelet, red gloves, and a kid-sized split wig.
- Plus size
- A stretchy black velvet maxi dress paired with a loose-fitting faux fur stole offers a comfortable, glamorous, and highly adjustable fit.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a simple red collar or a spotted Dalmatian-print bandana to match your theme.
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Cruella plus size costume
- A stretchy black velvet maxi dress paired with a loose-fitting faux fur stole offers a comfortable, glamorous, and highly adjustable fit.
Tips
- Faux fur coats can get very hot indoors, so wear a lightweight sleeveless dress underneath to stay cool.
- If your wig feels unstable, secure it with bobby pins around the hairline and temple area.
- Practice your best dramatic, wide-eyed villain laugh in the mirror to bring the character to life for photos.
- Keep the cigarette holder as a prop for photos, but tuck it into a clutch bag when navigating crowded party spaces.
Cruella de Vil costume FAQ
- How do I style the Cruella de Vil wig?
- Shake the wig upside down to loosen the fibers, then use a wide-tooth comb or your fingers to tease the roots for that signature wild, voluminous look.
- What kind of makeup does Cruella wear?
- She wears pale face makeup, thin and highly arched black eyebrows, bright green eyeshadow, and classic red lipstick.
- Can I make a DIY Cruella coat?
- Yes, you can buy cheap white faux fur fabric from a craft store, cut it into a wide stole, and line the inside with hot-glued red satin fabric.
Did you know? In the original 1961 animated film, animator Marc Davis based Cruella's exaggerated, erratic movements and skeletal frame on the personality and physical presence of actress Mary Wickes.