Marceline the Vampire Queen Costume
Rock the ultimate vampire queen look with effortless gothic style.
Marceline the Vampire Queen from Adventure Time is a fan-favorite cosplay choice thanks to her laid-back, gothic-rocker aesthetic. This guide focuses on her most iconic casual look: a grey tank top, blue jeans, and red boots, paired with her signature axe bass. It is a comfortable, highly recognizable costume that is perfect for conventions and Halloween alike.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $30–90
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What you need for a Marceline the Vampire Queen costume
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Grey Tank Top
DIY: Use any old grey t-shirt and cut the sleeves off for a raw, distressed edge.
Slim-Fit Blue Jeans
Red Knee-High Boots
DIY: Wear black boots and wrap the shafts in red duct tape, or use red fabric paint on thrifted boots.
Long Black Wig
Vampire Bite Marks
DIY: Draw two small, neat red dots on your neck using red lip liner or body paint.
Axe Bass Prop
DIY: Cut the double-headed axe shape out of thick cardboard, paint it red and silver, and draw on the guitar strings with a black marker.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the slim-fit blue jeans and tuck them neatly into the red knee-high boots.
- 2
Put on the dark grey tank top.
- 3
Apply pale grey or light blue-grey face paint to your face, neck, and exposed arms to mimic her vampire skin tone.
- 4
Use red eyeliner or body paint to draw two small bite-mark dots on the left side of your neck.
- 5
Secure your natural hair under a wig cap, then put on the long, straight black wig, letting it drape over your shoulders.
- 6
Sling the red axe bass prop over your shoulder using its strap.
Makeup & hair
Apply a pale, light-grey or porcelain foundation over all exposed skin. Add a subtle dark eyeshadow around the eyes, a dark berry lipstick, and wear the long, straight black wig with a clean middle part.
Marceline the Vampire Queen for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Princess Bubblegum in her pink gown or casual streetwear for a classic Adventure Time couple.
- group
- Form an Adventure Time group with Finn the Human, Jake the Dog, and Ice King.
- kids
- A comfortable version for kids using a grey tee, blue leggings, red sneakers, and a felt axe bass.
- Plus size
- A highly accommodating look; choose a stretchy grey tank top and comfortable stretch-denim skinny jeans.
Tips
- Keep the makeup sealed with a setting spray so the grey body paint doesn't rub off on your grey tank top.
- If walking around a convention all day, opt for flat red combat boots instead of high heels.
- Carry a red apple or strawberry as a fun photo prop, pretending to suck the red color out of it.
Marceline the Vampire Queen costume FAQ
- What color is Marceline's skin?
- Marceline has a distinct pale, light blue-grey skin tone, which can be achieved using water-activated body paint or a very pale foundation mixed with a touch of blue and grey pigment.
- How can I make Marceline's axe bass?
- You can craft a lightweight version by cutting the double-headed axe shape out of foam board or sturdy cardboard, painting the body red, the blades silver, and using silver yarn or wire for the strings.
- What are Marceline's most common outfits?
- While her grey tank top and red boots look is her most iconic, she also frequently wears a red-and-black striped sweater, or a pink and purple cropped cardigan with magenta shorts.
Did you know? Marceline's signature Axe Bass is a family heirloom that was originally a one-handed battleaxe given to her by her father, Hunson Abadeer, which she later modified into a musical instrument.