Mary Poppins Costume
Bring a spoonful of sugar to life with this timeless nanny look.
Mary Poppins is Disney's beloved, practically perfect nanny from the classic 1964 musical. People choose this costume for its elegant Edwardian silhouette, nostalgic charm, and instantly recognizable accessories. The look features a dark navy or black skirt suit, a crisp white blouse with a red bowtie, a boater hat, and her signature parrot-head umbrella.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $45–120
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What you need for a Mary Poppins costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Mary Poppins costume — one box instead of 7 pieces.
Navy or Black A-Line Maxi Skirt
A structured, ankle-length dark navy or black A-line skirt in a heavy cotton or polyester blend to mimic Edwardian style.
DIY: Use any dark ankle-length skirt from a thrift store.
White Victorian Blouse
A long-sleeved white button-up blouse, preferably with a high ruffle collar or lace detailing.
DIY: A standard white button-down shirt with the collar popped slightly.
Red Bowtie or Ribbon
A small, neat red bowtie or a length of red satin ribbon tied into a small bow at the collar.
DIY: Tie a strip of red ribbon or fabric into a neat bow and safety-pin it to the collar.
Black Boater Hat with Flowers
A flat-topped black straw boater hat adorned with small white daisies and red cherries.
DIY: Take a plain black straw hat and hot-glue faux daisies and small red craft berries to the band.
Parrot-Head Umbrella
A classic black stick umbrella featuring a molded green parrot head handle.
DIY: Sculpt a parrot head out of green polymer clay, bake it, and secure it over the handle of a standard black umbrella.
Carpet Bag
A vintage-style tapestry or carpet-patterned travel bag with short handles.
DIY: Use a floral-patterned tote bag or a vintage fabric purse.
White Gloves
Short, wrist-length white cotton gloves.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Mary Poppins costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the white Victorian blouse and button it completely to the top.
- 2
Tuck the blouse securely into the high-waisted navy or black maxi skirt.
- 3
Fasten the red bowtie or tie the red ribbon neatly around the center of the collar.
- 4
Put on black tights and black Victorian-style lace-up boots or low-heeled pumps.
- 5
Style your hair into a neat, low bun at the nape of your neck.
- 6
Place the decorated black boater hat on your head, securing it with bobby pins if necessary.
- 7
Put on the white gloves, and pick up your parrot-head umbrella and carpet bag to complete the look.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair into a neat, low bun at the back of your head. Keep makeup classic and clean with a light foundation, a touch of rosy blush, and a bold, matte red lipstick.
Mary Poppins for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Bert in his soot-covered chimney sweep outfit, carrying a chimney brush.
- group
- Add Bert, Jane and Michael Banks in Victorian children's wear, and a penguin waiter.
- kids
- A miniature version featuring a blue coat, matching hat, and a small toy umbrella.
- Plus size
- Look for an elastic-waist navy maxi skirt and a stretch-lace Victorian blouse for comfort.
- pet
- A small black dog wearing a tiny red bowtie and a miniature black felt top hat.
More ways people search for this costume
The most-searched variations of “Mary Poppins costume”, and how this look adapts to each.
Child's mary poppins costume
- A miniature version featuring a blue coat, matching hat, and a small toy umbrella.
Mary poppins diy costume
- Skip the store: Use any dark ankle-length skirt from a thrift store. A standard white button-down shirt with the collar popped slightly. Tie a strip of red ribbon or fabric into a neat bow and safety-pin it to the collar.
Tips
- Secure the boater hat with a hatpin or bobby pins so it stays level while you walk.
- Wear comfortable black boots, as the long skirt will cover most of your footwear but you will be walking a lot.
- The carpet bag is highly functional; use it to carry your phone, wallet, and extra costume layers.
- Keep your posture upright and elegant to truly embody the poised character of Mary Poppins.
Mary Poppins costume FAQ
- What kind of hat does Mary Poppins wear?
- She wears a black straw boater hat decorated with small white daisies and red cherries.
- How can I DIY the parrot umbrella?
- You can mold a parrot head out of green and yellow air-dry clay, paint it, and slip it over the curved handle of a standard black umbrella.
- Is a Mary Poppins costume warm enough for cold weather?
- Yes, you can easily add a long navy blue trench coat or wool overcoat and thick black tights underneath the skirt to stay warm.
Did you know? In the 1964 film, the voice of the animatronic robin that lands on Mary Poppins' finger during 'A Spoonful of Sugar' was actually whistled by Julie Andrews herself.