King Tut Costume
Rule the night in the golden splendor of ancient Egypt's pharaoh.
King Tutankhamun remains the most famous pharaoh of ancient Egypt, making his golden attire a legendary choice for Halloween and historical events. This look centers on the iconic blue-and-gold striped nemes headpiece, a wide jeweled collar, and a white tunic. It is a majestic, instantly recognizable costume that combines historical royalty with striking visual appeal.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $30–85
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What you need for a King Tut costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete King Tut costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
White Tunic
A knee-length, short-sleeved white tunic or basic white robe.
DIY: Use an oversized white t-shirt cut to knee length.
Nemes Headpiece
A blue and gold striped fabric headpiece featuring a gold cobra emblem at the forehead.
DIY: Cut striped blue and gold fabric, drape over a headband, and attach a gold cardboard cobra.
Pharaoh Collar
A wide, circular gold collar decorated with blue, red, and turquoise geometric patterns.
DIY: Cut a wide collar shape from gold poster board and decorate with markers or adhesive jewels.
Gold Belt and Sash
A wide metallic gold belt with a long, decorated triangular sash hanging down the front.
DIY: Wrap a wide gold ribbon around the waist and hang a decorated gold fabric panel from the center.
Wrist Cuffs
Matching gold metallic wrist cuffs with velcro or slip-on closures.
DIY: Cut cardboard tubes vertically, paint them metallic gold, and slip them onto your wrists.
Crook and Flail
Toy replicas of the ancient Egyptian symbols of power, painted gold and blue.
DIY: Shape a plastic clothing hanger into a crook and use a painted dowel with gold ribbons for the flail.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made King Tut costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the white knee-length tunic or robe as your base layer.
- 2
Secure the wide gold belt around your waist, centering the decorative sash in the front.
- 3
Drape the wide circular gold collar over your shoulders, securing it at the back of the neck.
- 4
Slip the gold cuffs onto your wrists.
- 5
Carefully position the blue and gold striped nemes headpiece on your head, ensuring the cobra emblem sits directly in the center of your forehead.
- 6
Apply black eyeliner to create the classic winged pharaoh look.
- 7
Carry the crook and flail props to complete the royal Egyptian presentation.
Makeup & hair
Apply heavy black liquid or gel eyeliner around the eyes, extending outward into a thick, straight wing toward the temples. Keep hair flat or tucked completely inside the headpiece.
King Tut for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with Cleopatra in a matching black and gold gown.
- group
- Add Egyptian guards, an Anubis deity, and a mummy to form an ancient Egyptian court.
- kids
- Use a comfortable white t-shirt and a lightweight foam headpiece for easy wear.
- Plus size
- Opt for a loose-fitting white kaftan or toga-style robe paired with an adjustable tie-back gold belt.
- pet
- A simple gold collar and a lightweight striped headpiece for a regal pharaoh cat or dog.
Tips
- Wear neutral-colored shorts or undershirts beneath the white tunic, as thin white fabrics can be translucent under bright lights.
- Secure the nemes headpiece with bobby pins to keep it from sliding off your head when moving or nodding.
- Choose comfortable brown or gold leather sandals to match the historical aesthetic while staying comfortable.
King Tut costume FAQ
- What are the key elements of a King Tut costume?
- The essential elements are the blue-and-gold striped nemes headpiece, a wide circular gold collar, a white tunic, a gold belt with a front sash, and gold wrist cuffs.
- How do you style the makeup for King Tut?
- Use black eyeliner to draw thick, bold lines around the entire eye, extending into a dramatic, horizontal wing on the outer corners to mimic ancient Egyptian kohl.
- Can I make a DIY King Tut headpiece?
- Yes, you can cut a semi-circle of blue and gold striped fabric, drape it over your head, secure it with a gold headband, and attach a paper cobra to the front.
Did you know? When King Tut's intact tomb was discovered in 1922 by Howard Carter, the iconic solid gold death mask cemented the pharaoh's striped headpiece as one of the most famous visual symbols in human history.