Margot Tenenbaum Costume
Channel Wes Anderson's ultimate moody muse in a classic preppy-meets-bohemian uniform.
Margot Tenenbaum from Wes Anderson's 'The Royal Tenenbaums' is a favorite for Halloween and cosplay due to her instantly recognizable, melancholic style. Her signature look combines athletic preppiness with vintage luxury, featuring a striped polo dress under a heavy fur coat. It is a comfortable, chic, and highly distinctive outfit that is easy to assemble.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $50–150
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What you need for a Margot Tenenbaum costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Margot Tenenbaum costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Camel Faux Fur Coat
A knee-length, thick faux fur coat in a warm camel or light brown shade.
DIY: Use a vintage tan trench coat or a heavy wool overcoat if faux fur is unavailable.
Striped Polo Dress
A short-sleeved, collared knit polo dress with horizontal blue and white stripes.
DIY: Wear a striped polo shirt tucked into a matching striped mini skirt.
Red Hair Clip
A simple, flat red plastic barrette or bobby pin.
DIY: Paint a standard metal hair clip with bright red nail polish.
Brown Leather Loafers
Classic brown leather penny loafers or flat slip-on dress shoes.
DIY: Any flat brown or black leather slip-on shoes will work.
Wooden Finger Prop
A fake wooden finger or a beige bandage wrapped tightly around the right ring finger.
DIY: Wrap your right ring finger in tan athletic tape and color the tip with a brown marker to look like wood.
Fake Cigarette
A prop cigarette to hold between your fingers.
DIY: Roll up a small piece of white paper and color one end orange-brown.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the striped knit polo dress.
- 2
Layer the heavy camel faux fur coat over the dress, leaving it open to show the stripes.
- 3
Slip on the brown leather loafers with bare legs.
- 4
Part your hair sharply on the left side and secure the right side with the red barrette just above the ear.
- 5
Wrap your right ring finger in tan tape or slip on the wooden finger prop.
- 6
Carry the prop cigarette to complete her signature detached expression.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair into a sleek, blunt bob tucked behind your ears, or use a straight blonde bob wig. Apply heavy, smudged black eyeliner around your entire eye for a moody, sleep-deprived look, keeping the rest of your makeup minimal and pale.
Margot Tenenbaum for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with Richie Tenenbaum wearing a camel suit, striped headband, and sunglasses.
- group
- Assemble the Tenenbaum family with Chas in a red tracksuit and Royal in a grey double-breasted suit.
- kids
- A miniature version with a striped dress, small faux fur jacket, and a red hair clip.
- Plus size
- Look for a stretch-knit striped polo dress and an oversized, drape-style faux fur coat for a comfortable fit.
Tips
- Keep your posture slightly slumped and maintain a deadpan, unbothered facial expression for photos.
- The heavy fur coat makes this costume excellent for cold October weather, but you can slip it off if you get too warm indoors.
- Thrift stores are excellent places to find vintage camel coats and loafers at a lower price.
Margot Tenenbaum costume FAQ
- What brand is Margot Tenenbaum's dress?
- The original dress worn in the film was a custom-designed striped polo dress by Lacoste.
- Why does Margot Tenenbaum have a wooden finger?
- Margot lost part of her ring finger in a wood-chopping accident during a childhood visit to her biological family, which she replaced with a wooden prosthetic.
- How do I do Margot Tenenbaum's hair if I don't have a bob?
- You can use a straight blonde bob wig, or tuck longer hair under to create a faux bob, securing it with pins before adding the red barrette.
Did you know? Costume designer Karen Patch collaborated directly with fashion house Lacoste to produce the specific striped dresses used in the film, which became instant indie-fashion icons.