Marceline the Vampire Queen Costume
Rock the night as Adventure Time's coolest vampire queen.
Marceline the Vampire Queen from Adventure Time is a fan-favorite cosplay choice thanks to her laid-back, gothic-rocker aesthetic. This guide covers her classic outfit featuring a grey tank top, slim-fit jeans, and signature red boots. Complete the look with her iconic axe bass guitar and vampire fangs.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 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
A simple, loose-fitting grey scoop-neck tank top.
DIY: Cut the sleeves and collar off an old grey t-shirt for a distressed look.
Dark blue skinny jeans
Slim-fit dark denim jeans or comfortable blue leggings.
Red knee-high boots
Bright red knee-high boots, either flat or with a low chunky heel.
DIY: Wear red rain boots or wrap red duct tape around old tall boots.
Long straight black wig
An extra-long, straight black wig with a middle part, reaching past the hips.
Vampire fangs
Subtle, realistic clip-on vampire fangs.
Axe bass guitar prop
A toy or replica bass guitar shaped like a double-sided battleaxe with a red body and silver blades.
DIY: Cut the axe shape out of cardboard, paint the body red, and wrap the blades in silver foil.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the dark blue skinny jeans and the grey scoop-neck tank top.
- 2
Secure your natural hair under a wig cap and put on the long, straight black wig, parting it down the middle.
- 3
Apply pale gray-blue face paint or light foundation to your face, neck, and hands to mimic her vampire skin tone.
- 4
Use red face paint or eyeliner to draw two small dots on the left side of your neck for the vampire bite marks.
- 5
Insert the vampire fangs using dental adhesive according to the package instructions.
- 6
Put on the red knee-high boots and sling the axe bass guitar prop over your shoulder.
Makeup & hair
Apply a pale gray-blue face paint or very light foundation. Draw two small red dots on the left side of your neck for the bite marks. Wear a very long, straight black wig with a 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 'Bubbline' couple.
- group
- Join Finn the Human, Jake the Dog, and Ice King for an Adventure Time group theme.
- kids
- Use a comfortable grey t-shirt, blue leggings, red sneakers, and a felt axe bass prop for a kid-friendly version.
- Plus size
- Choose a stretchy grey tank top and high-waisted dark denim skinny jeans for a comfortable, flattering fit.
- pet
- Dress a pet as her shape-shifting bat form or a small plush version of her childhood toy, Hambo.
Tips
- Keep the makeup comfortable by using water-based body paint set with translucent powder to prevent smudging.
- If you don't want to buy a prop, you can easily craft the axe bass out of cardboard, red paint, and silver foil.
- For outdoor events, wear comfortable red combat boots instead of high-heeled boots.
Marceline the Vampire Queen costume FAQ
- What does Marceline wear?
- Her classic outfit is a grey tank top, dark blue skinny jeans, and red knee-high boots, but she also wears a pink cropped cardigan with magenta shorts in some episodes.
- How do you make Marceline's axe bass?
- You can cut the axe shape out of sturdy cardboard or foam board, paint the body red, wrap the blades in silver foil or metallic paint, and use wooden dowels for the neck.
- What color is Marceline's skin?
- She has a very pale, light blue-gray skin tone, which you can achieve using water-activated cosplay makeup.
Did you know? Marceline's signature axe bass is a family heirloom made from a literal battleaxe given to her by her father, Hunson Abadeer.