Elsa Costume
Unleash your inner Ice Queen with Elsa's iconic blue gown.
Elsa, the powerful and beloved Snow Queen from Disney's Frozen, is a top choice for anyone wanting a magical, elegant look. Her signature outfit is her stunning ice-blue gown, which she famously creates during the song 'Let It Go'. The look features a sequined sweetheart bodice, sheer sleeves, a dramatic snowflake-patterned cape, and her classic platinum blonde side braid.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–120
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What you need for a Elsa costume
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Ice-blue sequined gown
A floor-length gown featuring a sweetheart neckline, a high slit on one side, and a bodice covered in rectangular blue sequins [1.1.3].
DIY: Decorate a plain light blue maxi dress with fabric glue and blue square sequins on the bodice.
Sheer long-sleeve mesh top
A light periwinkle or sheer white mesh long-sleeve top to wear under the gown, mimicking Elsa's frost-like sleeves.
DIY: Use a pair of sheer light blue tights, cut a hole in the crotch for your head, and cut off the toes to make a crop top.
Snowflake cape
A long, floor-sweeping cape made of sheer organza or tulle, decorated with silver glitter snowflakes.
DIY: Attach a length of sheer white tulle to the back of your dress and paint snowflakes on it using silver glitter fabric paint.
Platinum blonde wig
A thick, voluminous platinum blonde wig styled into a loose French side braid with volume at the crown.
DIY: French braid your own hair if it is long and blonde, pulling sections loose for volume, and spray with temporary white hair color.
Sparkly blue heels
Light blue or silver glittery low heels or flats that resemble sculpted ice.
DIY: Coat an old pair of heels in Mod Podge and cover them with fine silver and light blue glitter.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the sheer light blue mesh long-sleeve top to establish the base layer for the sleeves [1.1.3].
- 2
Step into the ice-blue sequined gown, pulling it up over the mesh top and securing any zippers or clasps.
- 3
Attach the sheer snowflake cape to the shoulders or upper back of the dress using safety pins or built-in snaps.
- 4
Secure your natural hair under a wig cap, then put on the styled platinum blonde braided wig, adjusting the side braid to drape over your left shoulder.
- 5
Slip into the sparkly blue or silver heels.
- 6
Add a dusting of silver body glitter to your collarbones and shoulders to complete the magical, icy effect.
Makeup & hair
Apply shimmering purple and pink eyeshadow, black eyeliner, and a bold berry-pink lipstick. Style your hair (or the wig) into a thick, voluminous French braid swept over the left shoulder, leaving a few loose, face-framing strands.
Elsa for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Jack Frost or a rugged Kristoff in a fur-trimmed vest and boots.
- group
- Gather friends to dress as Anna in her travel gear, Kristoff, Olaf, and Sven.
- kids
- A comfortable, glitter-free version of the blue dress paired with soft blue ballet flats.
- Plus size
- Look for gowns with a lace-up corset back for an adjustable, supportive fit around the bust.
- pet
- A simple light blue dog cape adorned with silver glitter snowflakes.
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- A comfortable, glitter-free version of the blue dress paired with soft blue ballet flats.
Tips
- The sheer cape is long and can easily get stepped on; pin it slightly higher or hem it to ankle length if you plan to walk around outdoors [1.1.3].
- Wear skin-toned leggings or tights underneath the dress to stay warm during chilly October nights.
- Use bobby pins to secure the heavy braided wig so it does not slide backward during movement.
- Carry a small bottle of body glitter to touch up your collarbones and arms throughout the night.
Elsa costume FAQ
- What makeup does Elsa wear?
- Elsa wears a dramatic look featuring purple and magenta eyeshadow, winged black eyeliner, defined brows, and a berry-pink lip color [1.1.8].
- Which shoulder does Elsa's braid go over?
- Elsa's iconic platinum blonde French braid is always styled to drape over her left shoulder.
- How can I make Elsa's cape at home?
- You can make her cape by purchasing sheer blue or white organza fabric, cutting it to drag slightly behind you, and using silver glitter fabric paint to stencil on snowflake designs.
Did you know? Elsa's dress is entirely made of ice and snow in the movie, and animators designed her cape to trail behind her with a custom physics program to mimic the movement of light snow.