Madame Morrible Costume
Rule Shiz University in dramatic, gold-trimmed blue robes and a silver updo.
Madame Morrible is the headmistress of Shiz University in the musical and film Wicked. Fans choose this costume for its dramatic, authoritative presence and theatrical flair. The look centers on a heavy, dark blue Victorian-style robe with gold accents, a high statement collar, and an elaborate silver updo.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $60–150
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What you need for a Madame Morrible costume
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Dark blue velvet coat or maxi dress
A long, structured navy or royal blue coat or dress with a Victorian silhouette.
DIY: Use a long dark blue bathrobe or trench coat and pin the front closed.
Gold metallic trim
Wide gold ribbon, lace, or metallic trim to line the collar, cuffs, and front opening.
DIY: Paint designs directly onto the fabric using gold metallic fabric paint.
High white statement collar
A stiff, Victorian-style ruff or high-neck lace collar insert.
DIY: Cut and fold stiff white cardstock or felt into a pleated collar and safety pin it to the neckline.
Ornate gold brooch
A large, vintage-style gold brooch pinned at the center of the collar.
DIY: Paint a large plastic toy gem or button with gold metallic paint.
Silver or gray Victorian wig
A styled wig featuring a voluminous, high-swept updo with curls.
DIY: Style your own hair with heavy dry shampoo, gray hair spray, and a hair donut for volume.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the dark blue velvet coat or maxi dress as the base layer.
- 2
Attach the gold metallic trim along the collar, cuffs, and front lapels using fabric glue or safety pins.
- 3
Secure the high white Victorian collar around your neck, ensuring it stands upright.
- 4
Pin the ornate gold brooch at the throat where the collar meets.
- 5
Put on the silver or gray wig, using bobby pins to secure it and fluffing the curls for maximum volume.
- 6
Apply dramatic makeup, focusing on dark, defined eyebrows and a deep berry or red lipstick.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair in a high, voluminous Victorian updo, or use a silver-gray wig styled with tight curls and height. Apply dramatic makeup featuring sharp, dark eyebrows, defined eyeshadow, and a bold berry or deep red lipstick.
Madame Morrible for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with Elphaba in her black witch dress or Glinda in her pink bubble gown.
- group
- Assemble a Shiz University group with Elphaba, Glinda, Fiyero, and the Wizard of Oz.
- kids
- A downsized version using a blue velvet dress, a felt collar, and temporary gray hair spray.
- Plus size
- A velvet A-line maxi dress or open-front robe provides a comfortable, adjustable, and regal fit.
Tips
- Use fabric tape or safety pins to keep the heavy collar standing upright throughout the night.
- Opt for comfortable black boots or flats, as they will be hidden beneath the long hem of the robe.
- Practice walking in the long robe beforehand to avoid tripping on the hem.
Madame Morrible costume FAQ
- What color is Madame Morrible's dress?
- Her signature look features a deep, dark blue or navy blue robe or coat trimmed with ornate gold accents and a high white collar.
- How do I make the high collar stand up?
- You can stiffen a fabric collar using heavy-duty iron-on interfacing, or construct a quick DIY version using stiff white felt or craft foam.
- What kind of wig is best for Madame Morrible?
- Look for a silver, gray, or powdered-white wig styled in a Victorian, Edwardian, or colonial updo with plenty of volume on top.
Did you know? In the original Broadway production of Wicked, Madame Morrible's elaborate costumes were designed by Susan Hilferty, who won a Tony Award for her work on the show.