Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come Costume
Eerie, iconic, and effortless: the dark spirit of Christmas Future.
The Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come is the shadowy final spirit in Charles Dickens's A Christmas Carol, famous for its silent pointing and dramatic mystery. Holiday performers and partygoers choose this look for its imposing, classic gothic presence that stands out against bright festive attire. The ensemble features a sweeping black hooded cloak, dark base garments, and an outstretched skeletal or pale hand.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $25–60
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What you need for a Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come costume
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Black Hooded Cloak
A long, floor-length black cape with a wide deep hood that obscures the face in shadow.
DIY: Cut a long piece of black fleece or velvet fabric and safety-pin it around the neck with an attached draped hood.
Black Tunic or Base Layers
A simple long-sleeve black tunic or t-shirt with black trousers to conceal all streetwear underneath.
DIY: Wear a plain black crewneck shirt and black jeans or leggings.
Skeletal Gloves
Black stretch gloves printed with white bone outlines to emphasize the silent pointing hand.
DIY: Paint white finger bone outlines onto black knit gloves using white fabric paint.
Black Mesh Face Cover
A sheer black fabric hood or morph mask worn under the hood to conceal facial features while maintaining vision.
DIY: Stretch a breathable, sheer black stocking over your head beneath the oversized hood.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the plain black base shirt and trousers for full dark coverage.
- 2
Pull the sheer black mesh face cover over your head so your face remains completely shaded.
- 3
Drape the long black hooded cloak around your shoulders and fasten the neck clasp securely.
- 4
Draw the oversized deep hood forward over your brow to cast your face into total shadow.
- 5
Slip on the skeleton gloves and practice holding your arm outstretched in a silent pointing pose.
Makeup & hair
No hair styling is necessary since your head is completely hidden inside the deep hood. If you prefer not to wear a mesh face cover, apply black cream face paint around your eyes and cheekbones to blend into the dark hood interior.
Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Ebenezer Scrooge dressed in his classic flannel nightshirt and holding a candlestick.
- group
- Form the complete trio of spirits along with the Ghost of Christmas Past and Ghost of Christmas Present.
- kids
- Use a ankle-clearing black cape and child-sized skeleton gloves so walking at plays and pageants is safe and easy.
- Plus size
- Flowing draped cloaks and tunics fit all body shapes comfortably with easy adjustable ties.
- pet
- Attach a small black hooded cape to your dog's harness for a mini reaper companion.
Tips
- Select lightweight polyester or mesh fabrics for indoor holiday parties so you do not overheat while wearing the hood.
- Ensure the cape hem sits an inch above your shoes so you avoid tripping on stage or in crowded venues.
- Lean into the character by remaining silent and using slow, dramatic pointing gestures during group photos.
Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come costume FAQ
- What does the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come wear?
- The spirit wears a long, draped black hooded cloak that fully conceals its face and body, revealing only a single outstretched pointing hand.
- Is the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come the Grim Reaper?
- While Dickens described the spirit as a dark shrouded figure visually similar to the Grim Reaper, it represents Christmas Future rather than death itself.
- How can I make a last-minute Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come costume?
- Drape a dark black bedsheet over your shoulders like a cloak, wear a black hooded sweatshirt underneath, and put on black gloves.
Did you know? In Charles Dickens's original 1843 novella, the Ghost of Christmas Yet to Come is the only spirit that never utters a word, communicating entirely through silent gestures.