Glinda and Elphaba Costume
Defy gravity together in perfect pink and wicked green harmony.
Glinda and Elphaba from Wicked are the ultimate Broadway and movie duo, making them a top choice for best friends and couples. This costume set contrasts Glinda's bubbly, sparkling pink aesthetic with Elphaba's classic, dramatic green-skinned witch look. Together, they create an instantly recognizable, magical pairing for any Halloween event.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~90 min
- Budget
- $60–180
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What you need for a Glinda and Elphaba costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Glinda and Elphaba costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Glinda's Pink Dress
A voluminous, tiered pastel pink ballgown or a sparkly pink party dress.
DIY: Thrift a pink formal dress and add silver glitter fabric paint to the skirt.
Glinda's Tiara and Wand
A tall, sparkly silver crown and a matching star-tipped silver magic wand.
DIY: Cut a crown shape out of silver glitter cardstock and attach a paper star to a wooden dowel painted silver.
Elphaba's Black Dress
A long-sleeved, high-neck black maxi dress or a structured black witch robe.
DIY: Use a long black long-sleeved shirt tucked into a floor-length black maxi skirt.
Elphaba's Witch Hat
A classic pointed black witch hat, preferably with a slightly twisted or textured cone.
DIY: Construct a hat out of black felt or heavy cardstock, securing it to a headband.
Green Body Paint
Water-activated green face and body makeup for Elphaba's signature skin tone.
Elphaba's Broomstick
A rustic, natural wood broomstick with straw bristles.
DIY: Tie real twigs and straw around the end of a long wooden branch using twine.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Glinda and Elphaba costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
For Glinda, put on the tiered pink dress and style blonde hair into bouncy, voluminous curls.
- 2
Secure Glinda's silver tiara in place using bobby pins and carry the star-tipped magic wand.
- 3
For Elphaba, apply the green face paint evenly over the face, ears, and neck using a makeup sponge.
- 4
Set Elphaba's green makeup with a translucent setting powder to prevent smudging onto Glinda's dress.
- 5
Put on Elphaba's long-sleeved black dress and style dark hair into a low, neat braid or straight locks.
- 6
Place the pointed black witch hat on Elphaba's head and grab the wooden broomstick.
- 7
Stand side-by-side to showcase the striking visual contrast of pink and green.
Makeup & hair
Glinda requires bright, rosy makeup with pink lipstick and bouncy blonde curls. Elphaba needs full-face green body paint, dark defined eyebrows, dark lipstick, and straight dark hair or a simple braid.
Glinda and Elphaba for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Perfect for best friends, sisters, or romantic partners looking for a classic light-and-dark dynamic.
- group
- Add Fiyero in a royal guard uniform or the Wizard of Oz in a green suit to complete the cast.
- kids
- Use comfortable pink tutus and simple black dresses with washable green face paint for a kid-friendly version.
- Plus size
- A-line pink gowns and flowing black wrap dresses offer comfortable, flattering fits for both characters.
- pet
- Dress a pair of pets in a pink ruffled collar and a tiny black witch hat.
Tips
- Use a high-quality setting spray over Elphaba's green makeup to prevent it from rubbing off on Glinda's pink dress.
- Glinda can wear comfortable pink flats or sneakers under a floor-length gown to stay comfortable all night.
- Take photos standing side-by-side or back-to-back to highlight the iconic color contrast.
Glinda and Elphaba costume FAQ
- How do you do Elphaba's green makeup without it smudging?
- Use water-activated cake makeup, apply it in thin layers with a sponge, and seal it thoroughly with a matte setting powder and setting spray.
- What kind of dress does Glinda wear?
- Glinda wears a voluminous, tiered pink ballgown with sparkly details, though a simpler pink party dress or pink robe also works well.
- Can we do this as a DIY project?
- Yes! You can easily find a pink dress and a black dress at thrift stores, then add a store-bought witch hat, tiara, and green face paint.
Did you know? Wicked is based on Gregory Maguire's 1995 novel, which reimagines L. Frank Baum's classic Oz tale from the perspective of the witches.