Prince Charming (Shrek) Costume
Bring the ultimate fairytale vanity to life with this royal look.
Prince Charming from the Shrek franchise is the ultimate vain, self-absorbed fairytale villain. Known for his dramatic hair flips and mother's-boy attitude, he makes for a hilarious and highly recognizable costume. This guide helps you assemble his signature royal blue and gold outfit, complete with his perfectly coiffed blonde hair.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–90
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What you need for a Prince Charming (Shrek) costume
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Royal Blue Tunic
A long-sleeved royal blue tunic or jacket featuring gold trim along the collar, cuffs, and center hem.
DIY: Use a plain royal blue long-sleeve shirt and attach gold fabric paint or gold ribbon along the edges.
Gold Shoulder Epaulets
Fringed gold epaulets that attach to the shoulders of the tunic.
DIY: Cut cardboard into shoulder shapes, cover them in gold metallic fabric, and glue gold fringe trim to the edges.
White Tights or Slim Pants
Fitted white pants, leggings, or thick tights to capture the classic fairytale prince silhouette.
DIY: Use any pair of tight-fitting white skinny jeans or thermal pants.
Gold Waist Sash
A wide metallic gold fabric sash worn around the waist over the tunic.
DIY: Cut a strip of shiny gold fabric or wide gold ribbon and tie it around your waist.
Knee-High Brown Boots
Classic medieval-style brown or black knee-high boots.
DIY: Wear brown dress shoes with brown felt boot covers pulled up to the knees.
Feathered Blonde Wig
A bright blonde wig styled in a voluminous, feathered 90s-style middle part.
DIY: Style a standard blonde wig using hairspray and a round brush to get that signature bouncy, windswept look.
Toy Knight Sword
A plastic silver knight's sword with a gold hilt.
DIY: Cut a sword shape out of sturdy cardboard and paint the blade silver and the hilt gold.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the white tights or slim-fit white pants.
- 2
Slip on the royal blue tunic, ensuring the gold trim is visible and centered.
- 3
Attach the gold fringed epaulets to both shoulders of the tunic.
- 4
Tie the gold sash snugly around your waist, letting the ends hang slightly to one side.
- 5
Pull on the knee-high brown boots over the bottom of your white pants.
- 6
Put on the blonde wig, parting it down the middle and shaking it out for maximum volume.
- 7
Carry your toy sword and practice your most dramatic, slow-motion hair flip.
Makeup & hair
The hair is the star of this costume: use a high-shine hairspray on the feathered blonde wig to keep it perfectly in place. For makeup, apply a touch of bronzer for a sun-kissed royal glow and clear lip gloss to highlight your vanity.
Prince Charming (Shrek) for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Fairy Godmother in her red sparkly dress, or a captive Princess Fiona in her green gown.
- group
- Group up with Shrek, Fiona, Donkey, and Puss in Boots for a full Far Far Away ensemble.
- kids
- A miniature version featuring a blue felt tunic, gold ribbon trim, and a small plastic sword.
- Plus size
- Opt for a looser-fitting blue tunic or button-down shirt with gold fabric paint, paired with comfortable white stretch pants.
- pet
- A small blue dog cape with gold trim and a tiny gold crown.
Tips
- Carry a small hand mirror as a prop to constantly check your hair and stay in character.
- If the tights feel too revealing, opt for white slim-fit chinos or joggers instead.
- Keep a comb in your pocket to dramatically brush your wig throughout the night.
- Wear comfortable insoles inside the costume boots if you plan on walking or standing a lot.
Prince Charming (Shrek) costume FAQ
- What color is Prince Charming's outfit in Shrek?
- He wears a royal blue tunic jacket with gold trim, gold shoulder epaulets, a gold waist sash, white tights, and brown knee-high boots.
- How do I style the Prince Charming Shrek wig?
- Look for a feathered blonde wig with a middle part. Use a round brush and hairspray to blow-dry the sides outward and backward for that bouncy, windswept look.
- What are some good couple costume ideas for Prince Charming?
- He pairs perfectly with his mother, the Fairy Godmother, or with Princess Fiona in her ogre or human form.
Did you know? In Shrek 2, Prince Charming's dramatic entrance to rescue Fiona is hilariously ruined when he discovers he has actually rescued the Big Bad Wolf in Fiona's bed instead.