Monster High Costume
Fangs, frills, and fabulous pink: recreate Draculaura's iconic G1 look.
Monster High characters are a massive favorite for Halloween and cosplay due to their unique blend of classic monster tropes and runway-ready fashion. This guide focuses on Draculaura, the bubbly vampire daughter of Dracula and the franchise's most recognizable character. Her signature look features a vibrant pink and black color palette, Victorian-inspired lace, and bold pigtails.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–95
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What you need for a Monster High costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Monster High costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Pink vest with white sleeves
A bright pink button-up vest worn over a white long-sleeve shirt with a high lace collar.
DIY: Layer a hot pink tank top over a white long-sleeve button-up, adding a white lace trim to the collar.
Black pleated mini skirt
A high-waisted, pleated black skirt that flares out slightly.
DIY: Use any simple black skirt and add a layer of black tulle underneath for extra volume.
Black mesh leggings
Sheer black tights or fishnet leggings to wear under the skirt.
DIY: Cut small, neat holes into an old pair of sheer black tights.
Tall pink boots
Knee-high hot pink boots with black laces and platform soles.
DIY: Wear black boots and wrap them in hot pink felt or use pink boot covers with black laces drawn on.
Black and pink pigtail wig
A long wig featuring black hair with distinct hot pink streaks, styled into two high pigtails with blunt bangs.
DIY: Clip hot pink hair extensions into a standard black pigtail wig.
White lace cuffs
Frilly white lace ruffles worn around the wrists.
DIY: Gather white lace ribbon and sew or glue it onto elastic bands to slide over your wrists.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Monster High costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black mesh leggings followed by the black pleated mini skirt.
- 2
Layer the white long-sleeve collared shirt underneath the hot pink vest, ensuring the collar stands up.
- 3
Slide the white lace cuffs over your wrists so they flare out over your hands.
- 4
Put on the knee-high pink platform boots and lace them up securely.
- 5
Carefully put on the black and pink pigtail wig, adjusting the blunt bangs to sit just above your eyebrows.
- 6
Apply the finishing makeup details, including the signature pink heart on your cheek.
Makeup & hair
Apply pale pink or light purple eyeshadow and a matching hot pink lipstick. Use a pink face paint marker or eyeliner to draw a small, perfect pink heart on your left cheekbone, just below your eye.
Monster High for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Clawd Wolf wearing a varsity jacket, gold chain, and wolf ears.
- group
- Gather friends to dress as Frankie Stein, Clawdeen Wolf, Cleo de Nile, and Lagoona Blue for the ultimate ghoul squad.
- kids
- Use a pink t-shirt with a printed vest graphic and comfortable pink sneakers instead of high heels.
- Plus size
- Opt for a stretch-knit pleated skirt and a button-up vest with side panels for a comfortable, flexible fit.
- pet
- Dress your dog as Count Fabulous, Draculaura's pet bat, using a small black bat-wing harness.
Tips
- If your boots are uncomfortable for walking, swap them for pink high-top sneakers with black laces.
- Secure the heavy pigtail wig with bobby pins and a wig cap to prevent it from sliding backward during the night.
- Keep a pink lipstick or eyeliner pencil in your bag for quick touch-ups on your cheek heart.
- Layer a black long-sleeve undershirt beneath the white shirt if you are wearing this in cold weather.
Monster High costume FAQ
- What are Draculaura's main colors?
- Draculaura's signature color palette is hot pink, black, and white, accented by silver or gold jewelry.
- How do I make Draculaura's boots if I don't want to buy pink ones?
- You can buy cheap white rain boots or combat boots and paint them with pink acrylic paint mixed with a fabric medium, then lace them with black laces.
- What side is Draculaura's heart on?
- Draculaura's small pink heart is painted on her left cheek.
Did you know? Draculaura is a vegan vampire who faints at the sight of blood, which is why she prefers eating fruits, vegetables, and iron supplements instead.