Gomez Addams Costume
Embody the charming, cigar-smoking patriarch of the macabre Addams family.
Gomez Addams is the eccentric, passionately romantic patriarch of the Addams Family, making him a perennial favorite for Halloween and cosplay. His look is defined by sophisticated, old-school tailoring blended with a dark, gothic sensibility. To pull off this costume, you will need a sharp pinstripe suit, slicked-back hair, his signature pencil mustache, and a prop cigar.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $45–120
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What you need for a Gomez Addams costume
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Pinstripe suit
A double-breasted or single-breasted suit jacket and matching trousers in black or dark navy with thin white stripes.
DIY: Use fabric chalk or white fabric paint to draw thin vertical lines on an old dark suit.
White dress shirt
A crisp, collared white button-down shirt worn neatly pressed.
Black necktie
A slim black tie or a black bow tie, depending on which era of Gomez you prefer.
Fake cigar
A realistic prop cigar to hold in your hand or mouth to capture his signature habit.
DIY: Roll up brown construction paper into a tight cylinder and color the tip gray and red.
Pencil mustache
A thin, neatly trimmed black mustache that sits just above the upper lip.
DIY: Draw the mustache directly onto your skin using a black liquid eyeliner or eyebrow pencil.
Black dress shoes
Polished black leather oxford or derby shoes to complete the formal look.
Pocket square or pocket chain
A dark red or white pocket square, or a silver pocket watch chain hanging from the jacket pocket.
DIY: Clip a silver-toned jewelry chain or keychain to your jacket pocket.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the crisp white dress shirt and button it all the way to the top.
- 2
Tie your black necktie or bow tie snugly around the collar.
- 3
Put on the pinstripe trousers and secure them with a black leather belt.
- 4
Slip on the pinstripe suit jacket, buttoning it up to maintain a tailored silhouette.
- 5
Apply the fake pencil mustache just above your upper lip, or draw one on carefully with eyeliner.
- 6
Style your hair with heavy gel, parting it down the center or slicking it straight back.
- 7
Put on your polished black dress shoes, tuck in your pocket square or attach the pocket chain, and pick up your prop cigar.
Makeup & hair
Apply a generous amount of high-shine hair gel or pomade to damp hair, parting it down the middle or slicking it straight back for a glossy, vintage look. Keep your face clean-shaven except for the thin, precise black pencil mustache.
Gomez Addams for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Morticia Addams in her iconic floor-length black gown for the ultimate gothic romance couple.
- group
- Assemble the whole Addams Family by adding Wednesday, Pugsley, Uncle Fester, Lurch, and Grandmama.
- kids
- A miniature pinstripe suit, slicked-back hair, and a drawn-on mustache make an adorable kids' version.
- Plus size
- A double-breasted suit jacket provides a structured, flattering, and classically dapper silhouette.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a tiny black-and-white striped pet tuxedo.
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Gomez addams family costume
- Assemble the whole Addams Family by adding Wednesday, Pugsley, Uncle Fester, Lurch, and Grandmama.
Gomez addams diy costume
- Skip the store: Use fabric chalk or white fabric paint to draw thin vertical lines on an old dark suit. Roll up brown construction paper into a tight cylinder and color the tip gray and red. Draw the mustache directly onto your skin using a black liquid eyeliner or eyebrow pencil.
Tips
- Keep a pocket comb on hand to touch up your slicked-back hair throughout the night.
- Practice your best suave, theatrical hand gestures to match Gomez's passionate personality.
- If using a stick-on mustache, bring extra skin-safe adhesive in case sweat loosens it.
- Wear comfortable dress socks to prevent blisters during long hours of walking or dancing.
Gomez Addams costume FAQ
- What kind of suit does Gomez Addams wear?
- Gomez Addams classically wears a dark double-breasted pinstripe suit, usually in black, charcoal, or dark navy with thin white stripes.
- How do I do the Gomez Addams mustache?
- You can use a self-adhesive fake pencil mustache, or draw a thin, elegant line just above your lip using a black liquid eyeliner or a sharp makeup pencil.
- What props does Gomez Addams need?
- His most essential prop is a thick, unlit cigar. You can also carry a pocket watch on a chain or a toy fencing foil to reference his love of dueling.
Did you know? Gomez Addams was originally nameless in Charles Addams' New Yorker cartoons; when the 1964 TV show was developed, the creator suggested either 'Gomez' or 'Repelli', leaving the final choice to actor John Astin.