Prince Costume
Channel the High Priest of Pop in his signature purple trench coat.
Pay tribute to the legendary musician Prince with his most iconic look from the 1984 film and album, Purple Rain. This instantly recognizable outfit captures his signature blend of rock-and-roll edge and Victorian elegance. The ensemble centers on a vibrant purple trench coat, a high-collared ruffled shirt, and his unmistakable white Cloud guitar.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $60–150
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What you need for a Prince costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Prince costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Purple trench coat
A long, bright purple velvet or polyester trench coat featuring silver studs or sequins on the right shoulder.
DIY: Take a thrifted purple coat and fabric-glue silver metallic studs or rhinestones onto the right shoulder flap.
White ruffled jabot shirt
A white long-sleeve button-down shirt featuring a multi-layered ruffled lace jabot collar and ruffled cuffs.
DIY: Wear a plain white button-down and safety-pin layers of white lace trim to the collar and cuffs.
Black slim-fit pants
High-waisted, slim-fit black trousers or jeans, optionally featuring a row of white or silver buttons down the outer seams.
DIY: Use black skinny jeans and fabric-glue small white buttons down the outer side seams.
Black heeled boots
Black faux-leather ankle boots with a slight cuban heel.
DIY: Any clean black dress shoes or boots with a slight heel will work.
Toy white Cloud guitar
A prop guitar shaped like Prince's custom white Cloud guitar with its distinctive curved body.
DIY: Cut the silhouette of the Cloud guitar out of sturdy cardboard, paint it glossy white, and draw on the details with black marker.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Prince costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the white ruffled shirt, ensuring the lace jabot is fluffed and the ruffled cuffs extend past your wrists.
- 2
Slip on the black slim-fit trousers, tucking the shirt in neatly to emphasize the high waist.
- 3
Put on the black cuban-heeled boots.
- 4
Layer the purple trench coat over the shirt, leaving it unbuttoned to showcase the ruffles underneath.
- 5
Style your hair or wig into a voluminous, curly 1980s dark brown or black hairstyle.
- 6
Apply minimal makeup, focusing on defined eyeliner and a neatly groomed pencil-thin mustache.
- 7
Sling the white prop guitar over your shoulder using a guitar strap.
Makeup & hair
Style a black curly wig into a voluminous 1980s coif with curls framing the face. Apply black pencil eyeliner along the upper and lower lash lines, and draw a thin, manicured pencil mustache using a dark brown makeup pencil.
Prince for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with Apollonia wearing a black leather jacket, lace bustier, and thigh-high boots.
- group
- Form the Revolution with bandmates dressed in 1980s new wave suits, ruffles, and oversized sunglasses.
- kids
- A miniature purple trench coat, ruffled shirt, and a small inflatable guitar make for a rockstar kids' look.
- Plus size
- Choose a stretch-velvet purple coat and a relaxed-fit ruffled poet shirt for a comfortable, flexible fit.
- pet
- A purple pet cape with a white ruffled collar attachment.
Tips
- Ensure the coat sleeves are slightly short or pushed up so the white ruffled cuffs of the shirt can be seen.
- If using a wig, use a wig cap and bobby pins to keep it secure while performing your best stage moves.
- Practice holding the prop guitar for photos—slung low across the hips is the classic Prince pose.
- Wear lightweight layers underneath, as velvet or polyester trench coats can get warm indoors.
Prince costume FAQ
- What kind of guitar did Prince play in Purple Rain?
- Prince played a custom-built, glossy white 'Cloud' guitar, which features a highly stylized, swirling body and a matching white strap.
- How do I get Prince's hairstyle for this costume?
- Use a black, curly 1980s-style wig. Fluff the top for volume and use hairspray to keep the curls bouncy and defined around the forehead.
- Can I make this costume last-minute?
- Yes. Combine a purple blazer or jacket with a white button-down shirt, safety-pin some white lace to the collar, wear black pants, and draw on a thin mustache.
Did you know? The iconic white Cloud guitar used in the film Purple Rain was originally created by a local luthier in Minneapolis, and Prince went on to commission several versions in different colors throughout his career.