Sarah Sanderson Costume
Channel the flirtatious, singing witch of Salem with this iconic look.
Sarah Sanderson is the youngest, most flirtatious sister of the Sanderson witch trio from Disney's Hocus Pocus. Known for her hypnotic singing voice and bubbly personality, her costume is a Halloween favorite. Her look consists of a vibrant pink and purple medieval-style dress, a lace-up corset, and long, flowing blonde curls.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $45–120
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What you need for a Sarah Sanderson costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Sarah Sanderson costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Corset Bodice
A lace-up front corset in deep purple or burgundy velvet with gold or orange ribbon detailing.
DIY: Use a purple tank top and fabric paint to draw on gold lace-up details.
Pink and Purple Skirt
A layered, floor-length skirt featuring a bright pink underlayer and a sheer purple or red overlay with a high slit.
DIY: Layer a sheer purple mesh skirt over a bright pink maxi skirt and cut a high slit up the side.
Mesh Sleeves
Sheer, long-sleeved mesh undershirt or arm warmers in a light pink or nude tone.
DIY: Cut the feet off a pair of sheer pink tights to wear as arm sleeves.
Red Velvet Cape
A long, hooded velvet cape in deep red or burgundy to drape over the shoulders.
DIY: Drape a long piece of red velvet fabric around your shoulders and secure it with a safety pin.
Blonde Wig
Long, voluminous, platinum blonde wig with loose, crimped curls and dark roots.
DIY: Curl your own hair with a small barrel iron if you already have long blonde hair.
Fishnet Tights
Black or dark purple fishnet tights to wear under the high-slit skirt.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black fishnet tights first.
- 2
Layer the sheer pink mesh top under the purple lace-up corset bodice.
- 3
Pull on the layered pink and purple maxi skirt, aligning the high slit over one leg.
- 4
Secure the corset bodice over the skirt waistband, tightening the front laces.
- 5
Drape the red hooded velvet cape over your shoulders and tie it loosely at the neck.
- 6
Put on the long, curly blonde wig, shaking out the curls for maximum volume.
- 7
Finish the look with dark red lipstick and a beauty mark drawn on your right cheek.
Makeup & hair
Apply a dark, smoky eye with black eyeliner, deep red or plum lipstick, and draw a small black beauty mark on your right cheek. Style your hair in voluminous, messy, platinum blonde curls with dark roots showing at the crown.
Sarah Sanderson for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with Winifred or Mary Sanderson, or go as a couple with Billy Butcherson.
- group
- Gather two friends to complete the Sanderson Sisters trio with Winifred and Mary.
- kids
- A kid-friendly version uses a simple one-piece dress with printed corset details and a smaller blonde wig.
- Plus size
- Look for a corset with adjustable lace-up backing for a custom, comfortable fit.
- pet
- Dress a small dog in a matching purple and pink cape with a tiny blonde wig headpiece.
Tips
- Wear comfortable black boots under the long skirt, as you'll be walking on the hem.
- Use bobby pins to secure the heavy blonde wig so it doesn't slip while you move.
- Keep a prop broom or a fake spider handy to reference Sarah's favorite things from the movie.
- If the weather is cold, the velvet cape will help keep you warm while staying in character.
Sarah Sanderson costume FAQ
- What color is Sarah Sanderson's dress?
- Her dress features a deep purple and gold corset bodice, sheer pink sleeves, and a layered skirt in shades of bright pink, purple, and red.
- Where is Sarah Sanderson's beauty mark?
- Sarah has a distinct dark beauty mark on her right cheek, just below her eye.
- How do I style the hair for a Sarah Sanderson costume?
- You need long, voluminous, messy platinum blonde curls. If using a wig, shake it out and tease the roots slightly to get that wild, witchy look.
Did you know? Sarah Jessica Parker actually did her own singing for the hypnotic 'Come Little Children' song in the original 1993 film.