Mavis Costume
Rock the ultimate modern vampire look with Mavis's signature gothic style.
Mavis Dracula from Hotel Transylvania is a fan-favorite costume choice for her effortless, modern gothic style. Perfect for Halloween, cosplay, or group themes, this look is instantly recognizable and highly comfortable. The outfit consists of a simple black mock-neck dress, red-and-black striped tights, fingerless gloves, and her signature choppy black bob.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $25–60
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What you need for a Mavis costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Mavis costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Black mock-neck dress
A short-sleeved, black t-shirt dress with a slight mock-neck collar, ending mid-thigh.
DIY: Use a plain black short-sleeved t-shirt dress and layer a black mock-neck top underneath.
Striped tights
Opaque tights with alternating horizontal red and black stripes.
Fingerless gloves
Black lace or fishnet fingerless gloves that extend up the forearms.
DIY: Cut the fingers off a pair of old black knit gloves or black fishnet sleeves.
Red high-top sneakers
Classic canvas high-top sneakers in bright red with white laces.
DIY: Use any red sneakers or paint white canvas shoes with red fabric paint.
Mavis wig
A jet-black synthetic wig styled in a short, choppy bob with blunt bangs and slight upturned flips at the ends.
DIY: Style a short black bob wig using hairspray and a straightener on low heat to flip the ends outward.
Vampire fangs
Subtle, realistic plastic vampire fangs that fit over your canine teeth.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the red-and-black striped tights first.
- 2
Slip on the black mock-neck t-shirt dress over the tights.
- 3
Put on the red canvas high-top sneakers and lace them up securely.
- 4
Pull on the black fingerless gloves, ensuring they sit comfortably on your forearms.
- 5
Secure your natural hair under a wig cap, then put on the styled black bob wig, adjusting the blunt bangs to sit just above your eyebrows.
- 6
Apply your makeup, then insert the vampire fangs using dental adhesive according to the package instructions.
Makeup & hair
Apply pale foundation, dark smoky eyeshadow, winged black eyeliner, and a dark plum or berry lipstick. Wear a jet-black short bob wig with blunt bangs and flipped-out ends.
Mavis for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Johnny in his yellow-and-orange striped t-shirt, cargo shorts, and messy orange hair.
- group
- Go as the Hotel Transylvania crew with Dracula in his cape, Frankenstein, and Murray the Mummy.
- kids
- A comfortable option for kids using a black t-shirt, striped leggings, and a soft headband wig.
- Plus size
- Look for a stretchy black skater dress or A-line mock-neck dress for a comfortable, flattering fit.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a simple black cape or a red-and-black striped pet sweater.
Tips
- Use dental wax or thermoplastic beads to securely fit your vampire fangs so you can speak easily.
- Since the outfit features sneakers, this is an incredibly comfortable costume for walking long distances or standing at parties.
- For outdoor events in cold weather, swap the thin tights for fleece-lined striped leggings to stay warm.
Mavis costume FAQ
- What shoes does Mavis wear?
- Mavis wears bright red canvas high-top sneakers with white laces and white rubber soles.
- How do I style Mavis's hair?
- Mavis has a jet-black, shoulder-length bob with thick, blunt bangs. The ends of her hair flip slightly outward, which can be achieved on a synthetic wig using low heat and hairspray.
- What makeup should I wear for a Mavis costume?
- Keep your skin pale with light foundation, apply dark grey or black smoky eyeshadow with winged eyeliner, and finish with a dark purple, plum, or berry-colored lipstick.
Did you know? Mavis is 118 years old in the first Hotel Transylvania movie, though she behaves like a typical modern teenager eager to explore the human world.