What does Mrs. Claus wear?

Mrs. Claus traditionally wears a long red velvet dress trimmed with white faux fur or lace, a white ruffled apron, wire-rimmed glasses, and a white wig styled in a bun.

How can I make a DIY Mrs. Claus costume?

You can easily make one by pairing a long red dress or skirt with a white kitchen apron, adding a wide black belt, and wearing wire-rimmed glasses with your hair in a bun dusted with white dry shampoo.

Is the Mrs. Claus costume comfortable for long events?

Yes, especially if you choose a soft, stretchy velour dress and wear comfortable black flats instead of heavy boots.

Mrs claus plus size costume

A velvet A-line dress with an adjustable tie-back apron offers a comfortable, flattering fit.

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Mrs. Claus is the beloved wife of Santa Claus and a staple of Western Christmas tradition. People choose this costume to spread holiday cheer at Christmas parties, community events, and family gatherings. The classic look consists of a rich red velvet dress, a white apron, wire-rimmed glasses, and a cozy white bun wig.

Difficulty: Easy
Time: ~20 min
Budget: $35–95

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Red velvet dress
A long-sleeved, floor-length or tea-length red velvet or velour dress, often trimmed with white faux fur or lace at the collar and cuffs.
DIY: Use a long red dress or skirt-and-sweater combo and pin white faux fur trim to the collar and cuffs.
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White apron
A crisp white half-apron or full bib apron, ideally featuring lace trim or festive embroidery.
DIY: Tie a plain white kitchen apron around your waist, optionally hot-gluing white lace trim along the edges.
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White wig
A synthetic white or silver-gray wig styled into a neat, classic updo or bun.
DIY: Dust your natural hair with white hair powder or temporary white spray, then pull it back into a high bun.
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Wire-rimmed glasses
Gold or silver wire-rimmed reading glasses, worn slightly down the bridge of the nose.
DIY: Pop the lenses out of an old pair of wire-frame reading glasses.
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Black belt
A wide black belt with a gold buckle to cinch the waist of the dress.
DIY: Use any wide black belt you own, or wrap a wide black ribbon around your waist and pin a cardboard gold buckle to it.
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Black boots or flats
Comfortable black leather-look boots, booties, or closed-toe flats.
DIY: Wear any plain black closed-toe shoes or boots you already own.
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How to put it together

1
Put on the red velvet dress and adjust the white faux fur or lace collar and cuffs so they lay flat.
2
Secure the wide black belt around your waist, centering the gold buckle.
3
Tie the white apron around your waist over the dress, smoothing out any wrinkles.
4
Secure your natural hair under a wig cap, then put on the white bun wig, securing it with bobby pins.
5
Slide the wire-rimmed glasses onto the bridge of your nose so you can look over the top of them.
6
Step into your comfortable black shoes or boots to complete the look.

Makeup & hair

Keep makeup soft and warm with rosy pink cheeks, a touch of red lipstick, and light mascara. Style the white wig into a high, neat bun with soft curls framing the face.

Mrs. Claus for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: Pair up with Santa Claus in his classic red suit and black boots.
group: Gather a festive group with Santa, elves, Rudolph, and a gingerbread man.
kids: A red velvet dress with a mini white apron, white tights, and a small Santa hat.
Plus size: A velvet A-line dress with an adjustable tie-back apron offers a comfortable, flattering fit.
pet: A red dog sweater with a white faux-fur trim collar and a tiny elastic Santa hat.

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Mrs claus plus size costume: A velvet A-line dress with an adjustable tie-back apron offers a comfortable, flattering fit.

Tips

Choose breathable velvet or velour, as holiday parties can get very warm indoors.
Wear comfortable black flats or low-heeled boots if you plan to stand and greet guests for long periods.
Carry a prop like a plate of artificial cookies or a small wooden rolling pin to enhance photos.
Keep safety pins on hand to adjust the apron straps or secure the wig to your wig cap.

Mrs. Claus costume FAQ

What does Mrs. Claus wear?: Mrs. Claus traditionally wears a long red velvet dress trimmed with white faux fur or lace, a white ruffled apron, wire-rimmed glasses, and a white wig styled in a bun.
How can I make a DIY Mrs. Claus costume?: You can easily make one by pairing a long red dress or skirt with a white kitchen apron, adding a wide black belt, and wearing wire-rimmed glasses with your hair in a bun dusted with white dry shampoo.
Is the Mrs. Claus costume comfortable for long events?: Yes, especially if you choose a soft, stretchy velour dress and wear comfortable black flats instead of heavy boots.

Did you know? While Santa Claus has ancient roots, Mrs. Claus was first introduced to the public in the 1849 short story 'A Christmas Legend' by James Rees.