Mrs. Lovett Costume
Bake up some dark Victorian style as Fleet Street's infamous baker.
Mrs. Lovett is the dark, eccentric baker from the gothic musical Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street. This costume is a favorite for theater fans and Halloween, featuring a Victorian-era silhouette with a messy, macabre twist. The signature look consists of a ruffled lace blouse, a corset or waist cincher, a layered skirt, and her trademark wild, frizzy hair.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $45–120
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What you need for a Mrs. Lovett costume
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Black and Red Victorian Blouse
A high-neck or off-the-shoulder lace blouse, preferably in black with red accents or trim.
DIY: Use a plain black long-sleeve shirt and fabric-glue red lace trim to the collar and cuffs.
Underbust Corset or Waist Cincher
A black faux-leather or heavy fabric underbust corset to define the Victorian silhouette.
DIY: Wrap a wide black fabric sash or belt tightly around the waist.
Layered Victorian Skirt
A long, tiered skirt in black, dark red, or a striped pattern, ideally with ruffles.
DIY: Layer a shorter black skirt over a longer red maxi skirt to create a tiered effect.
Fingerless Lace Gloves
Black elbow-length or wrist-length fingerless lace gloves.
DIY: Cut the fingers off a pair of old black lace or knit gloves.
Rolling Pin Prop
A classic wooden rolling pin, optionally dusted with white flour or fake blood.
DIY: Use a real wooden rolling pin from your kitchen.
Victorian Boots
Black lace-up ankle boots with a small spool heel.
DIY: Any standard black leather lace-up boots or booties will work.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the red and black lace blouse, pulling it slightly off the shoulders if the style allows.
- 2
Step into the layered Victorian skirt, securing it at your natural waist.
- 3
Fasten the black underbust corset over the blouse and the top of the skirt, tightening it for a structured look.
- 4
Pull on the black fingerless lace gloves.
- 5
Put on the black lace-up boots.
- 6
Style your hair into messy, teased curls pinned up on the sides.
- 7
Carry the wooden rolling pin as your primary prop.
Makeup & hair
Tease your hair into wild, frizzy curls and pin them into two messy buns or a half-up style with tendrils framing your face. For makeup, apply pale foundation, dark smoky eyeshadow around the eyes for a tired, gothic look, and a deep plum or red lipstick.
Mrs. Lovett for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Sweeney Todd in his pinstripe trousers, white shirt, leather vest, and shaving razor.
- group
- Form a group with Sweeney Todd, Judge Turpin, and Toby.
- kids
- A simplified version with a black ruffled dress, red sash, and a mini rolling pin.
- Plus size
- Look for high-stretch lace blouses and lace-up corsets that offer adjustable sizing.
Tips
- Dust a little baby powder or cornstarch on your hands and apron to look like baking flour.
- Smudge a small amount of dark eyeshadow on your cheeks and apron to mimic soot from the pie ovens.
- Wear comfortable socks under your Victorian boots, as lace-up styles can pinch during long walks.
Mrs. Lovett costume FAQ
- What does Mrs. Lovett wear?
- She wears a gothic Victorian ensemble consisting of a ruffled lace blouse, a tight underbust corset, a layered or tiered maxi skirt, fingerless gloves, and lace-up boots.
- How do I style my hair for Mrs. Lovett?
- Tease your hair to create volume and frizz, then pin it up into messy, loose buns on either side of your head, leaving curly strands hanging down.
- What props should I carry?
- A wooden rolling pin is the most iconic prop, but a fake meat pie or a vintage baker's apron also works perfectly.
Did you know? The character of Mrs. Lovett was famously originated on Broadway by Angela Lansbury in 1979, long before Helena Bonham Carter portrayed her in the 2007 Tim Burton film adaptation.