Mavis Dracula Costume
Rock the ultimate modern vampire look with Mavis's signature gothic style.
Mavis Dracula from Hotel Transylvania is a beloved choice for Halloween and cosplay due to her cute, relatable, and effortlessly cool gothic aesthetic. Her signature look is instantly recognizable, featuring a simple black dress, striking red-and-black striped tights, and fingerless gloves. It is a comfortable, stylish, and budget-friendly costume that works perfectly for fans of all ages.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $25–60
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What you need for a Mavis Dracula costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Mavis Dracula costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Black mock-neck dress
A short-sleeved, form-fitting black mini dress with a subtle mock turtleneck collar.
DIY: Use a plain black short-sleeved t-shirt dress and fold the collar up.
Striped tights
Opaque tights featuring 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.
Red high-top sneakers
Classic canvas high-top sneakers in bright red with white laces.
DIY: Wear any black boots or sneakers you already own.
Vampire fangs
Subtle, realistic clip-on or adhesive vampire canine fangs.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Mavis Dracula costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black mock-neck short-sleeved dress.
- 2
Pull on the red-and-black horizontally striped tights.
- 3
Slip on the black fingerless gloves, pulling them up your forearms.
- 4
Lace up your bright red canvas high-top sneakers.
- 5
Style your hair into Mavis's signature blunt-cut black bob with bangs.
- 6
Apply dark gothic makeup and insert your vampire fangs to complete the look.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair into a jet-black, shoulder-length bob with thick, straight-across blunt bangs and slightly flipped-out ends. For makeup, apply pale foundation, dark smoky eyeshadow, heavy black eyeliner, and a deep plum or dark red lipstick.
Mavis Dracula for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Johnny in his yellow-and-orange striped t-shirt, cargo shorts, and messy brown hair.
- group
- Gather a crew to dress as Dracula, Frankenstein, Murray the Mummy, and Wayne the Werewolf.
- kids
- Use a comfortable black cotton t-shirt dress, striped leggings instead of tights, and temporary face paint for the fangs.
- Plus size
- A stretchy black skater dress or A-line mock-neck dress offers a comfortable, flattering fit with the same silhouette.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a simple black cape or a tiny Dracula collar.
Tips
- If you buy a wig, use a small amount of hairspray or gel to shape the flipped-out ends so they stay put all night.
- Opt for striped leggings instead of tights if you plan to walk around outdoors in cooler autumn weather.
- Practice talking with your vampire fangs in before heading out to your party or event.
Mavis Dracula costume FAQ
- What kind of dress does Mavis Dracula wear?
- Mavis wears a simple, form-fitting, short-sleeved black dress with a mock turtleneck collar that ends mid-thigh.
- What shoes does Mavis wear?
- She wears bright red canvas high-top sneakers with white laces and white soles, which contrast perfectly with her dark outfit.
- How do I style Mavis's hair?
- You need a jet-black bob wig with blunt bangs. Use a round brush and a hair dryer (on low heat if synthetic) to flip the ends of the bob slightly outward.
Did you know? Mavis is exactly 118 years old in the first Hotel Transylvania movie, which makes her a teenager in vampire years!