Hadestown Costume
Bring the underworld to life with tragic, beautiful Broadway-inspired style.
Hadestown is a beloved, Tony-winning Broadway musical that reimagines the ancient Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice in a Great Depression-era, industrial setting. Fans love dressing up as these characters because of their distinct, poetic aesthetics that blend vintage Americana with mythological undertones. This guide focuses on the iconic look of Orpheus, the passionate musician with his signature red carnation and acoustic guitar.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $40–120
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What you need for a Hadestown costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Hadestown costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Gray button-down shirt
A slightly worn, light gray or dusty blue long-sleeve dress shirt with the sleeves rolled up to the elbows.
DIY: Use an old gray dress shirt and lightly sand the cuffs and collar for a worn-in look.
Dark suspenders
Thin black or dark gray clip-on suspenders worn over the shirt.
Charcoal trousers
Slim-fit charcoal gray or dusty black dress pants, slightly cropped or rolled at the ankles.
DIY: Any dark gray slacks or chinos will work perfectly.
Red carnation
A single, vibrant red silk or real carnation pinned to the suspenders or tucked behind the ear.
DIY: Make a carnation out of red tissue paper and wire.
Leather work boots
Scuffed brown or black leather lace-up boots to match the industrial, working-class aesthetic.
DIY: Use any worn-in leather boots or high-top shoes you already own.
Acoustic guitar strap
A simple woven or leather guitar strap worn across the torso, even if you aren't carrying a real guitar.
DIY: Use a brown leather belt slung across your shoulder.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Hadestown costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the gray button-down shirt and roll the sleeves up to your mid-forearms.
- 2
Put on the charcoal trousers and secure them with the thin black suspenders.
- 3
Lace up your brown leather work boots, tucking the pant hems slightly or rolling them just above the boot line.
- 4
Attach the red carnation to your left suspender strap near your chest.
- 5
Sling the guitar strap across your torso from your left shoulder to your right hip.
- 6
Mess up your hair slightly to capture Orpheus's dreamy, distracted artist vibe.
Makeup & hair
Keep makeup natural and minimal. For hair, style it in a messy, windswept look with a few curls falling forward onto the forehead.
Hadestown for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair Orpheus with Eurydice in her black knee-length lace dress and oversized, desaturated dark brown trench coat.
- group
- Form a group with Orpheus, Eurydice, Hermes in his silver suit, and Hades in a black pinstriped suit with leather gloves.
- kids
- Dress a child in a flat cap, suspenders, and a gray shirt carrying a toy guitar.
- Plus size
- A relaxed-fit gray linen shirt and stretch-waist charcoal trousers offer a comfortable, screen-accurate fit.
- pet
- Put a red carnation collar on your dog or cat to join the musical theme.
Tips
- Scuff up your boots with a little cornstarch or real dirt to get that dusty, industrial road-trip look.
- Carry a small prop notebook and pencil in your back pocket to represent Orpheus writing his project.
- If you play guitar, carrying a real acoustic guitar instantly elevates this costume for photos and gatherings.
Hadestown costume FAQ
- What does Eurydice wear in Hadestown?
- Eurydice wears a simple black knee-length dress with lace trim, a heavy, oversized dark brown trench coat, and practical combat-style boots.
- What is the significance of the red carnation?
- The red carnation represents hope, love, and the coming of spring. It is Orpheus's signature symbol throughout the musical.
- Can I do a Hades or Persephone costume instead?
- Yes! Hades requires a sharp black pinstriped suit, sunglasses, and black leather gloves. Persephone wears either a bright green dress for spring or a black velvet dress for winter.
Did you know? The signature red carnation is used as a powerful visual motif throughout the show, contrasting sharply with the industrial, monochromatic grays and blacks of the Underworld set.