Female Santa Claus Costume
Bring holiday cheer with a classic, vibrant red and white Santa look.
The Female Santa Claus costume is a festive favorite for holiday parties, parades, and Christmas events. This look puts a feminine spin on the classic Father Christmas outfit, combining a bright red dress or suit with plush white faux fur trim. It is a cheerful, instantly recognizable costume that brings warmth and holiday spirit to any gathering.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $30–80
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What you need for a Female Santa Claus costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Female Santa Claus costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Red velvet dress or tunic
A vibrant red velvet or fleece dress, skirt suit, or tunic featuring white faux fur trim along the hem, cuffs, and collar.
DIY: Trim a plain red dress with white faux fur ribbon using fabric glue or safety pins.
Black waist belt
A wide black faux-leather belt with a prominent gold or silver buckle to cinch the waist.
DIY: Cut a strip of black felt and wrap it around your waist, securing it with a cardboard buckle wrapped in gold foil.
Santa hat
A matching red velvet cone hat with a white faux fur band and a fluffy white pom-pom at the tip.
White knee-high socks or tights
Opaque white tights, thigh-high stockings, or knee-high socks, optionally topped with red bows.
DIY: Use any solid white leggings or tights you already own.
Black boots
Black knee-high boots or ankle boots, ideally with a small heel or flat sole.
DIY: Wear plain black dress shoes or flats.
White gloves
Short, wrist-length white cotton or satin gloves for a polished, classic look.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Female Santa Claus costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the white opaque tights or knee-high stockings first.
- 2
Slip on the red velvet Santa dress or tunic and adjust the fit.
- 3
Fasten the wide black belt securely around your waist, centering the gold buckle.
- 4
Pull on the black knee-high boots over your tights.
- 5
Put on the white wrist-length gloves.
- 6
Place the red and white Santa hat on your head, letting the pom-pom drape to one side.
- 7
Add optional accessories like a small handbell or a green velvet sack.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair in soft, bouncy curls or neat braids framing your face. Apply a festive makeup look featuring a classic bright red lipstick, rosy pink cheeks to mimic a cold-weather flush, and a touch of gold shimmer on the eyelids.
Female Santa Claus for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as classic Santa Claus, Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, or Buddy the Elf.
- group
- Form a festive squad with friends dressed as Mrs. Claus, holiday elves, reindeer, and a decorated Christmas tree.
- kids
- A miniature version featuring a red fleece dress, white tights, and a small Santa hat.
- Plus size
- Choose an A-line velvet dress or a wrap-style tunic with a wide elasticized black belt for a comfortable, flattering fit.
- pet
- Dress your dog or cat in a matching red and white holiday sweater or a mini Santa hat.
Tips
- If wearing this outdoors for a winter parade, layer skin-toned thermal underwear beneath your tights and dress.
- Choose comfortable, broken-in black boots if you plan on standing or walking around a holiday party all night.
- Carry a small green or gold drawstring bag to hold your phone and essentials while staying in character.
- For photos, hold a wrapped gift prop or a brass handbell to add a dynamic holiday touch.
Female Santa Claus costume FAQ
- What is a female Santa Claus called?
- She is often referred to as Mrs. Claus, Lady Santa, or simply a female Santa. The outfit can range from a traditional Mrs. Claus dress to a stylized, feminine version of Santa's classic suit.
- How can I make a DIY female Santa costume?
- Start with any red dress or long red sweater. Use fabric glue or safety pins to attach white faux fur trim or white tinsel to the collar, cuffs, and hem, then add a wide black belt and a Santa hat.
- What shoes should I wear with a female Santa costume?
- Black knee-high boots are the classic choice. If you don't have boots, black flats, heels, or even black sneakers with white socks will work perfectly.
Did you know? While Mrs. Claus was first popularized in literature in the mid-19th century, stylized female Santa suits became highly popular in mid-20th century holiday advertising and theatrical performances.