Peter Parker and Mary Jane Costume
Face it, Tiger... you just hit the jackpot with this couples look.
Peter Parker and Mary Jane Watson are one of comic book history's most iconic couples, making them a go-to choice for couples Halloween costumes. This guide focuses on their classic, casual comic and movie look: Peter in a half-unmasked Spider-Man style (or casual clothes with a peek of his suit underneath) and Mary Jane in her signature casual style, often featuring her classic heart-logo t-shirt or casual green top.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $40–120
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What you need for a Peter Parker and Mary Jane costume
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Spider-Man compression shirt
A snug-fitting red and blue Spider-Man costume shirt worn under a casual jacket.
DIY: Use a plain blue t-shirt and draw a red spider emblem on the chest with fabric markers.
Casual flannel or zip-up hoodie
An open plaid flannel shirt or grey zip-up hoodie to wear over the Spider-Man shirt, partially unzipped.
Peter's camera
A vintage-style black DSLR or film camera with a neck strap.
DIY: Use an old unused camera or craft one out of cardboard painted black.
MJ's Spider-Man heart t-shirt
A white t-shirt featuring a red heart with Spider-Man's eyes/web pattern inside.
DIY: Paint a red heart with white spider-web lines onto a plain white t-shirt using fabric paint.
MJ's jeans and cardigan
Classic blue jeans paired with a cozy green or brown knit cardigan.
Mary Jane red wig
A vibrant red wig with bangs, styled in soft waves.
DIY: Temporary red hair spray on naturally long hair.
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How to put it together
- 1
For Peter: Put on the Spider-Man compression shirt first.
- 2
Layer the casual flannel shirt or hoodie over the Spider-Man shirt, leaving it halfway unbuttoned or unzipped to reveal the spider logo underneath.
- 3
Put on casual blue jeans and sneakers, then hang the camera around your neck.
- 4
For Mary Jane: Put on the custom spider-heart t-shirt and pair it with blue jeans.
- 5
Layer the cozy green cardigan over the t-shirt.
- 6
Put on the styled red wig and style the bangs to frame your face.
Makeup & hair
Peter should have messy, casual brown hair. Mary Jane requires vibrant red hair with bangs, paired with simple, natural-looking makeup and a classic red lip.
Peter Parker and Mary Jane for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- One partner wears a full Spider-Man suit while the other wears MJ's casual look with a camera to take photos of 'Spidey'.
- group
- Add Gwen Stacy in a black headband and green coat, or Harry Osborn in a suit.
- kids
- A mini Spider-Man paired with a mini MJ in a red wig and heart tee.
- Plus size
- Both casual looks are highly adjustable; choose comfortable, stretchy denim and soft, oversized cardigans or flannels.
- pet
- Dress a pet in a small spider-dog costume to accompany the couple.
Tips
- Keep the camera strap secure around your neck so your hands are free for photos.
- For the best couples photos, recreate the classic 'Face it, Tiger' comic panel pose.
- This is an incredibly comfortable, weather-friendly costume perfect for chilly autumn outdoor parties.
Peter Parker and Mary Jane costume FAQ
- What does Mary Jane wear?
- Her most iconic casual look is a white t-shirt with a red Spider-Man heart logo, blue jeans, a green cardigan, and her signature red hair.
- How do you do a low-budget Peter Parker?
- Wear regular clothes like a flannel and jeans, wear a cheap Spider-Man t-shirt underneath, and carry any camera or phone on a strap.
- What color is Mary Jane's hair?
- Mary Jane Watson is famous for her bright, vibrant red hair, usually styled with bangs.
Did you know? Mary Jane's famous line, 'Face it, Tiger... you just hit the jackpot!' was her very first spoken line of dialogue in the comics (The Amazing Spider-Man #42).