March Hare Costume
Bring the mad tea party to life with this whimsical costume.
The March Hare is Alice in Wonderland's famously eccentric, tea-drinking rabbit who is perpetually 'mad'. Perfect for classic storybook fans, this costume features a vibrant, mismatched Victorian-style outfit complete with floppy hare ears. The look is instantly recognizable, especially when paired with a teacup prop.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–95
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What you need for a March Hare costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete March Hare costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Brown rabbit ears headband
Tall, floppy brown plush rabbit ears on a comfortable headband, ideally with wire inside to bend them at odd angles.
DIY: Cut ear shapes from brown felt, insert craft wire, and glue them to a plain headband.
Yellow or orange blazer
A bright yellow, gold, or orange structured blazer or suit jacket to capture the character's eccentric color palette.
DIY: Use a thrifted blazer and dye it bright yellow or fabric-paint the lapels.
Striped trousers
Vertical striped pants in brown, white, or red to emphasize the whimsical, mismatched Wonderland aesthetic.
DIY: Use fabric markers or fabric paint to draw vertical stripes on a pair of light-colored pants.
Oversized bow tie
A large, colorful bow tie, preferably in a contrasting pattern like polka dots or bright blue.
DIY: Fold a piece of bright fabric into a bow shape and safety-pin it to your collar.
White collared shirt
A standard white button-down dress shirt to wear under the blazer.
DIY: Use any white collared shirt from your closet.
Teacup and saucer prop
A vintage ceramic or plastic teacup and saucer to carry around for character-accurate posing.
DIY: Use an old, mismatched teacup from a thrift store.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made March Hare costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the white button-down dress shirt and button it to the top.
- 2
Secure the oversized bow tie snugly around the shirt collar.
- 3
Put on the striped trousers and tuck in the shirt.
- 4
Layer the bright yellow or orange blazer over the shirt.
- 5
Place the brown rabbit ears headband on your head, bending one ear slightly forward for a chaotic, 'mad' look.
- 6
Carry the teacup and saucer in one hand to complete the tea party theme.
Makeup & hair
Apply a pink nose and drawn-on whiskers using a brown or black makeup pencil. Brush your hair messily around the headband to look slightly disheveled.
March Hare for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with the Mad Hatter or Alice for a classic Wonderland duo.
- group
- Form a full Mad Tea Party group with the Mad Hatter, Alice, the Dormouse, and the White Rabbit.
- kids
- Use a cozy brown jumpsuit with attached ears and a mini yellow vest.
- Plus size
- Opt for a stretchy, unstructured yellow cardigan instead of a fitted blazer for comfort.
- pet
- A simple brown rabbit ear headband and a small red bow tie collar.
Tips
- Bend one of the rabbit ears down at a sharp angle to instantly convey the 'mad' personality.
- If carrying a real ceramic teacup, secure it to the saucer with strong double-sided tape to prevent drops.
- Wear comfortable brown dress shoes or boots, as you'll likely be standing at your 'tea party' all night.
March Hare costume FAQ
- Is the March Hare the same as the White Rabbit?
- No, they are different characters. The White Rabbit wears a waistcoat and carries a pocket watch, while the March Hare is the chaotic co-host of the Mad Tea Party.
- What color is the March Hare's jacket?
- In classic illustrations and adaptations, he typically wears a bright yellow, orange, or reddish-brown Victorian jacket.
- How do I make the ears stay upright?
- Look for rabbit ears that have internal wire framing so you can pose them and keep them from flopping completely flat.
Did you know? The character comes from the phrase 'mad as a March hare', which refers to the wild behavior of hares during their breeding season in March.