Home Alone Costume
Keep the change, ya filthy animal, in these classic 90s costumes.
Whether you want to defend your house as 8-year-old Kevin McCallister or plot a heist as the bumbling Wet Bandits (Harry and Marv), Home Alone offers some of the most recognizable and nostalgic costumes of the 1990s. These looks are incredibly easy to put together using everyday winter clothing and a few hilarious, movie-accurate props. They are perfect for chilly October nights, holiday parties, or family group themes.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $25–75
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What you need for a Home Alone costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Home Alone costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Kevin's Red Knit Sweater
A chunky, bright red cable-knit crewneck sweater, just like the one Kevin wears on the movie's iconic poster.
DIY: Use any oversized red sweater or sweatshirt from your closet.
Harry's Charcoal Overcoat
A dark grey or black wool-blend overcoat, worn open to show layers underneath.
DIY: Borrow an oversized dark winter coat or thrift one.
Harry's Fingerless Gloves & Beanie
Black knit fingerless gloves and a dark knit beanie to complete the classic burglar look.
DIY: Cut the fingers off an old pair of black knit gloves.
Marv's Brown Corduroy Jacket
A vintage-style brown corduroy or canvas utility jacket with a plaid lining.
DIY: Any tan, brown, or olive green utility jacket works well.
Craft Feathers
White craft feathers to stick to Harry's coat, mimicking the fan trap scene.
DIY: Pull some feathers from an old down pillow if you have one to spare.
Fake Iron Burn Makeup
A red and brown makeup wheel or face paint to draw the iron-shaped burn on Marv's face.
DIY: Use red lipstick and brown eyeshadow blended together.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Home Alone costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
For Kevin: Put on the red cable-knit sweater, khaki trousers, and white sneakers. Carry a toy BB gun or a can of paint on a string.
- 2
For Harry: Layer a plaid flannel shirt under a dark grey overcoat. Put on the black beanie and fingerless gloves.
- 3
Add the trap details to Harry: Apply fabric glue or double-sided tape to the shoulders of the overcoat and press white craft feathers onto it.
- 4
For Marv: Wear a light blue button-down shirt under a brown corduroy jacket. Tease your hair out into a wild, messy afro style.
- 5
Add the trap details to Marv: Use red and brown face paint to draw a distinct, triangular iron-shaped outline directly onto your forehead and cheek.
- 6
Carry props: Give Harry a gold crowbar (or a painted plastic one) and Marv a vintage flashlight or a sack labeled with a dollar sign.
Makeup & hair
For Kevin, style hair in a neat, combed blonde look. For Harry, tuck hair completely under the beanie. For Marv, tease your hair into a wild, frizzy halo and use face paint to create a red, triangular iron burn mark on your face.
Home Alone for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Go as the Wet Bandits: one person dresses as the short, grumpy Harry and the other as the tall, dim-witted Marv.
- group
- One person dresses as Kevin McCallister in his red sweater, while two others dress as the feathered Harry and the iron-burned Marv.
- kids
- An adorable option for kids is Kevin's green military jacket and red scarf look, carrying a map of the house plans.
- Plus size
- The Wet Bandits' oversized 90s winter coats are naturally loose-fitting and highly comfortable for all body types.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a tiny red knit sweater to match Kevin, or a striped pet shirt as a little burglar accomplice.
Tips
- Keep warm: Because these costumes rely on heavy sweaters, flannels, and wool overcoats, they are exceptionally comfortable and warm for cold outdoor Halloween nights.
- Feather placement: If you want to reuse your coat, use double-sided garment tape instead of permanent glue to attach the white feathers.
- Perfect the pose: For Kevin, recreate the iconic poster pose by putting both hands on your cheeks and opening your mouth in a silent scream.
Home Alone costume FAQ
- What does Marv wear in Home Alone?
- Marv wears a light blue button-down shirt, a grey vest, a brown corduroy jacket, and dark trousers. His most defining features are his frizzy hair and the red iron burn mark on his face.
- How do you make a DIY Wet Bandits costume?
- You can easily make this using thrifted winter wear. Get a dark overcoat for Harry and a brown jacket for Marv. Add fingerless gloves, a beanie, white feathers stuck to Harry's coat, and draw an iron burn on Marv's face with makeup.
- What is the easiest Home Alone costume to do last minute?
- Kevin McCallister is the easiest. All you need is a bright red crewneck sweater, khaki pants, and to pose with your hands on your face like the movie poster.
Did you know? The iconic movie poster of Kevin screaming with his hands on his face was directly inspired by the famous Edvard Munch painting, 'The Scream'.