What color is Frankie Stein's skin?

Frankie Stein has pale, mint-green skin, which can be achieved using light green body paint, makeup, or colored tights.

How do you make Frankie Stein's stitches?

You can easily draw the stitches on your cheek, neck, and limbs using a fine-tip black liquid eyeliner or a body makeup marker.

What pattern is Frankie Stein's dress?

Her signature dress features a classic black, blue, and white plaid pattern, often styled like a school uniform.

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Frankie Stein Costume

Stitch together the ultimate high-voltage Monster High look.

Frankie Stein is the stylish daughter of Frankenstein's monster and a fan-favorite from Mattel's Monster High franchise. People choose this costume for its striking blend of preppy schoolgirl fashion and classic horror elements. The signature look features a black, blue, and white plaid dress, necktie, stitch details, and iconic black-and-white streaked hair.

Difficulty: Medium
Time: ~60 min
Budget: $35–85

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Plaid schoolgirl dress
A short-sleeved dress featuring a black, blue, and white plaid pattern, often with a double-layered skirt and a white collar.
DIY: Pair a blue and black plaid pleated skirt with a white collared shirt and a black vest.
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Black necktie
A slim black necktie, ideally featuring a small silver skull or lightning bolt charm.
DIY: Cut a strip of black felt or fabric and pin it under the collar of your shirt.
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Studded belt
A wide black belt adorned with silver studs and a lightning bolt buckle.
DIY: Use a standard black belt and add silver metallic paint or foil stickers to mimic studs.
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Light green tights or body paint
Pale mint-green tights or sheer stockings to mimic Frankie's stitched skin tone.
DIY: Use pale green face paint on exposed skin if you prefer not to wear colored tights.
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Black and white streaked wig
A long, straight wig with dramatic, alternating vertical stripes of solid black and bright white.
DIY: Use temporary white hair spray on dark hair, or black hair spray on light hair, to create thick vertical streaks.
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Mary Jane heels
Black and white platform Mary Jane shoes or heels with ankle straps.
DIY: Wear solid black flats or heels and add white tape to create a two-tone pattern.
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How to put it together

1
Put on the mint-green tights to establish the base skin tone for your legs.
2
Slip on the black, blue, and white plaid schoolgirl dress, ensuring the white collar is neatly folded down.
3
Fasten the skinny black necktie around your neck, tucking it neatly under the dress collar.
4
Wrap the wide studded belt around your waist, positioning the buckle front and center.
5
Secure your natural hair under a wig cap, then put on the black-and-white striped wig, brushing it gently to style.
6
Apply the makeup, including the signature stitches on your cheek and neck.
7
Step into your black-and-white Mary Jane heels to complete the ensemble.

Makeup & hair

Apply a pale mint-green face paint base. Use a black liquid eyeliner pen to draw stitches on your right cheek and along your neck. Style the black-and-white wig with a slight volume at the crown, keeping the rest of the hair straight and sleek.

Frankie Stein for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: Pair up with Draculaura or Clawdeen Wolf for a classic Monster High duo.
group: Gather a group to dress as the core Monster High ghouls, including Cleo de Nile, Lagoona Blue, and Ghoulia Yelps.
kids: Use a pre-made Frankie Stein costume set with comfortable green leggings instead of body paint.
Plus size: Opt for a stretchy plaid skater dress and a wide elastic studded belt for a comfortable, flexible fit.
pet: Dress your pet in a small blue plaid bandana with a felt silver lightning bolt attached.

Tips

Layer a second pair of sheer green stockings over your arms to match your legs without using messy body paint.
Bring a small eyeliner pen with you to touch up your drawn-on stitches throughout the night.
Wear comfortable platform inserts if you plan on walking or dancing in Mary Jane heels.

Frankie Stein costume FAQ

What color is Frankie Stein's skin?: Frankie Stein has pale, mint-green skin, which can be achieved using light green body paint, makeup, or colored tights.
How do you make Frankie Stein's stitches?: You can easily draw the stitches on your cheek, neck, and limbs using a fine-tip black liquid eyeliner or a body makeup marker.
What pattern is Frankie Stein's dress?: Her signature dress features a classic black, blue, and white plaid pattern, often styled like a school uniform.

Did you know? Frankie Stein is the daughter of Frankenstein's monster and his bride, making her only 15 days old when the Monster High franchise launched in 2010.