Men's Vampire Costume
Exude timeless gothic elegance with a classic, sophisticated vampire look.
The classic Men's Vampire is a timeless Halloween favorite, combining dark elegance with a touch of gothic mystery. People choose this look because it is effortlessly sophisticated, highly recognizable, and easy to customize. The ensemble centers around a high-collar black cape, a rich red vest, a ruffled white shirt, and sharp fangs.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~25 min
- Budget
- $35–85
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What you need for a Men's Vampire costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Men's Vampire costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Black cape with red lining
A knee-length or floor-length black satin cape featuring a stand-up collar and a vibrant red interior lining.
DIY: Drape a length of black fabric over your shoulders and line the neck with a stiffened red fabric collar.
White ruffled dress shirt
A white long-sleeve button-down shirt with ruffles along the chest and cuffs for a Victorian aesthetic.
DIY: Use a plain white dress shirt and safety-pin strips of ruffled white lace fabric down the front placket.
Red brocade vest
A button-up vest in deep red, burgundy, or black with a subtle gothic pattern or metallic buttons.
DIY: Wear a solid red waistcoat or cut the sleeves off an old red button-down shirt.
Black dress pants
Standard slim-fit black trousers or dress pants to keep the lower half sleek and formal.
DIY: Any clean, dark black jeans or slacks from your closet will work perfectly.
Vampire fangs
A pair of realistic, custom-molding plastic canine fangs that fit securely over your teeth.
Gothic medallion necklace
A gold or silver medallion featuring a red faux gem, hanging from a thick red ribbon.
DIY: Glue a large red plastic rhinestone onto a gold-painted cardboard circle and hang it from a red ribbon.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Men's Vampire costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black dress pants and tuck in the white ruffled dress shirt.
- 2
Button the red brocade vest over the shirt, ensuring the ruffles peek out at the collar and cuffs.
- 3
Tie or clasp the gothic medallion necklace around your neck so it sits flat against the shirt ruffles.
- 4
Fasten the black and red cape around your neck, standing the collar up behind your head.
- 5
Apply pale makeup to your face and insert the custom-molded vampire fangs.
- 6
Finish the look by slipping into clean black dress shoes or boots.
Makeup & hair
Apply a light layer of pale face powder or white face paint to look undead, adding dark gray eyeshadow under the eyes for a sunken appearance. Style your hair slicked back with strong-hold gel, and add a small trickle of fake blood at the corner of your mouth.
Men's Vampire for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with a classic Victorian vampire countess in a matching black and red lace gown.
- group
- Gather a coven of vampires from different eras, including Victorian, 1920s Nosferatu, and modern casual vampires.
- kids
- A miniature version featuring a lightweight cape, a printed vest t-shirt, and plastic fangs.
- Plus size
- Opt for a loose-fitting ruffled poet shirt and an adjustable lace-up vest for a comfortable, custom fit.
- pet
- A simple black collar cape with a red satin trim for a dog or cat.
Tips
- Mold your fangs ahead of time so they fit comfortably and securely before you head out.
- Keep a small pack of tissues handy to dab away any excess saliva or fake blood throughout the night.
- Wear comfortable black dress shoes, as you will likely be standing or walking a lot.
- If the venue is warm, you can easily drape the cape over your arm while keeping the core vest-and-shirt look intact.
Men's Vampire costume FAQ
- How do I make vampire fangs stay in?
- Use thermoplastic beads or dental adhesive that comes with the fangs. Melt the beads in hot water, press them into the hollow fang caps, and press them onto your teeth until they cool and mold to your shape.
- What should I wear under the cape if I don't have a vest?
- A solid black or dark red button-down shirt works great as a substitute, or even a simple black turtleneck for a sleek, modern look.
- Is a vampire costume easy to put together last minute?
- Yes, you can easily pull this off using black pants, a white shirt, and a dark jacket from your closet, needing only a cheap cape and fangs to complete the look.
Did you know? The iconic high-collared cape look was popularized by Bela Lugosi in the 1931 film 'Dracula' to help hide the wires used to make him 'fly' on stage.