Nefertiti Costume
Channel the legendary elegance of ancient Egypt's most famous queen.
Queen Nefertiti remains one of the most iconic figures of ancient Egypt, famous for her power, beauty, and distinctive style. This costume is a popular choice for those wanting a regal, historical look that stands out from standard Egyptian outfits. The ensemble is defined by her famous tall blue crown, a wide jeweled collar, and a flowing white or gold gown.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–120
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What you need for a Nefertiti costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Nefertiti costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Nefertiti flat-top crown
A tall, cylindrical blue crown (cap crown) adorned with gold bands and a colorful uraeus (cobra symbol) at the front.
DIY: Wrap a tall, tapered cylinder of blue poster board with gold ribbon and attach a painted paper cobra to the front.
White sheath dress
A sleeveless, form-fitting white maxi dress or column gown made of lightweight fabric.
DIY: Drape a long piece of white bedsheet fabric, pinning it securely at the shoulders and waist.
Wide Egyptian collar necklace
A large, circular collar necklace featuring concentric bands of gold, turquoise, red, and blue beads.
DIY: Cut a wide collar shape out of gold felt or cardboard and decorate it with metallic fabric paint and plastic gems.
Gold waist sash or belt
A wide gold belt or sash that ties around the waist, ideally with a hanging front panel.
DIY: Use a wide strip of gold metallic ribbon tied at the side with long hanging ends.
Gold arm cuffs
Metallic gold bands worn high on the upper arms.
DIY: Cut sections from empty toilet paper rolls, slit them open, paint them metallic gold, and slip them onto your arms.
Gold sandals
Simple flat metallic gold strappy sandals.
DIY: Wear basic flat sandals and wrap gold ribbon around your ankles and calves.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the sleeveless white sheath dress as your base layer.
- 2
Secure the wide gold belt or sash around your waist, centering any hanging panels.
- 3
Place the wide jeweled Egyptian collar necklace over your shoulders so it sits flat against your chest.
- 4
Slide the gold arm cuffs onto your upper arms, adjusting them so they stay securely in place.
- 5
Apply your dramatic makeup, focusing on the heavy black eyeliner.
- 6
Carefully place the tall blue Nefertiti crown on your head, securing it with bobby pins if necessary.
- 7
Slip into your flat gold strappy sandals to complete the royal look.
Makeup & hair
Keep hair completely tucked flat under the crown or wear a bald cap to mimic the historical bust. Apply heavy black liquid eyeliner extended outward into a dramatic winged cat-eye, paired with defined dark eyebrows, neutral eyeshadow, and a warm bronze lip color.
Nefertiti for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with Pharaoh Akhenaten wearing a matching gold collar, white kilt, and a double crown.
- group
- Go as an ancient Egyptian royal court, including Nefertiti, Akhenaten, King Tut, and royal guards.
- kids
- A simplified version with a smaller blue foam crown, a white t-shirt dress, and a felt collar.
- Plus size
- A flowing white empire-waist maxi dress provides a comfortable, regal drape that pairs perfectly with the structured collar and crown.
Tips
- The crown can be top-heavy; use bobby pins or a wig grip band underneath to keep it from sliding.
- If wearing this to an outdoor event, layer a sheer white cape or shawl over your shoulders for warmth without hiding the collar.
- Take photos from a side profile to mimic the famous Berlin bust of Nefertiti.
- Keep your jewelry coordinated by ensuring all gold elements have a similar metallic finish.
Nefertiti costume FAQ
- What is the significance of Nefertiti's crown?
- The tall, flat-topped blue crown is unique to Nefertiti, known as her signature cap crown, and symbolizes her status as a powerful queen consort.
- How do I keep the tall crown on my head?
- If using a store-bought or DIY crown, attach an elastic chin strap or sew hair combs inside the rim to grip your hair.
- Can I wear a wig with this costume?
- While Nefertiti is traditionally depicted bald or with her hair hidden under the crown, you can wear a short black bob wig with straight bangs if preferred.
Did you know? The famous painted stucco-coated limestone bust of Nefertiti, discovered in 1912, is what popularized her iconic blue crown and made her a global symbol of feminine beauty.