Holly Golightly Costume
Channel classic Hollywood elegance with Audrey Hepburn's most iconic film look.
Holly Golightly is the stylish, eccentric protagonist of the 1961 classic film Breakfast at Tiffany's, famously portrayed by Audrey Hepburn. This costume is a perennial favorite for its timeless elegance and instant recognizability. The look centers on a sleek black evening gown paired with dramatic pearls, long gloves, and glamorous dark sunglasses.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $30–80
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What you need for a Holly Golightly costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Holly Golightly costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Black sheath dress
A sleeveless, floor-length or ankle-length black satin or crepe dress with a straight or slightly scooped neckline.
DIY: Use any sleeveless black midi or maxi dress you already own.
Elbow-length black gloves
Sleek, satin-finish black gloves that extend past the elbows.
Multi-strand pearl necklace
A chunky necklace featuring four or five strands of faux pearls joined by a central rhinestone brooch or ornament.
DIY: Layer multiple cheap faux-pearl strands together and pin a vintage rhinestone brooch to the center.
Mini rhinestone tiara
A small, delicate silver tiara or hair comb encrusted with clear rhinestones.
Cat-eye sunglasses
Oversized, dark-tinted sunglasses with a subtle tortoiseshell or black cat-eye frame.
Cigarette holder
A long, slender black prop cigarette holder with a white tip.
DIY: Paint a thin wooden dowel black, leaving one inch at the end painted white.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Holly Golightly costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the sleeveless black maxi dress and pair it with simple black kitten heels or pumps.
- 2
Style your hair into a high, voluminous French twist or bun, securing it tightly.
- 3
Insert the mini rhinestone tiara into the front of your hair bun so it sits prominently on top of your head.
- 4
Drape the multi-strand pearl necklace over your collarbone, ensuring the rhinestone detail sits centered in the front.
- 5
Slip on the elbow-length black satin gloves.
- 6
Put on the oversized cat-eye sunglasses and hold the long cigarette holder to complete the look.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair into a high French twist with short, wispy bangs framing your forehead. Keep makeup classic with winged black liquid eyeliner, defined eyebrows, and a neutral pink or soft red lipstick.
Holly Golightly for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with Paul Varjak wearing a classic 1960s gray suit, white dress shirt, and a slim dark tie.
- group
- Have friends dress as other characters from the film, or recreate Holly's alternative sleeping outfit look.
- kids
- Use a black tutu dress, a mini pearl necklace, and a small plastic tiara for a comfortable kid-friendly version.
- Plus size
- An A-line black maxi dress offers a comfortable, elegant alternative to a fitted sheath dress.
- pet
- A black dog sweater paired with a small faux-pearl collar.
Tips
- If wearing the sunglasses indoors or at night, slide them down your nose slightly so your eyes are visible in photos.
- Opt for low, comfortable black kitten heels to match the 1960s aesthetic while staying comfortable on your feet.
- Secure the mini tiara with bobby pins matching your hair color to keep it from slipping out of your bun.
Holly Golightly costume FAQ
- What is Holly Golightly's sleeping outfit?
- Her casual sleep look consists of an oversized light blue men's tuxedo shirt, a turquoise silk sleep mask with gold embroidered eyes and gold trim, and purple tassel earplugs.
- How do I style my hair for a Holly Golightly costume?
- Create a high, voluminous French twist or topknot bun. Leave short bangs out in front, or fake them by sweeping a section of hair across your forehead, then pin the mini tiara right in front of the bun.
- What accessories are essential for the Breakfast at Tiffany's look?
- The non-negotiable accessories are a multi-strand pearl necklace with a silver or rhinestone centerpiece, elbow-length black gloves, a small tiara, and a long cigarette holder.
Did you know? The iconic black Givenchy dress worn by Audrey Hepburn in the film's opening scene sold at auction in 2006 for over $900,000.