Schuyler Sisters Costume
Work! Bring the iconic Hamilton trio to life with colonial-style gowns.
The Schuyler Sisters—Angelica, Eliza, and Peggy—are the beloved, revolutionary trio from the hit Broadway musical Hamilton. Perfect for trios and group costumes, this look is defined by matching 18th-century colonial gowns in distinct, vibrant colors. By coordinating with your friends, you can instantly bring the show's most energetic numbers to life.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $45–120
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What you need for a Schuyler Sisters costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Schuyler Sisters costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Colonial Gown
An 18th-century style dress featuring a fitted bodice, square neckline, three-quarter length sleeves with white lace cuffs, and a long, flared skirt. Choose pink/peach for Angelica, teal/light blue for Eliza, or yellow/marigold for Peggy.
DIY: Combine a solid-colored corset or bodice with a matching maxi skirt, and fabric-glue white lace trim to the sleeves.
Pannier or Petticoat
A structured underskirt or hoop skirt worn beneath the gown to give the skirt its historically accurate, wide volume.
DIY: Wear a layered tulle tutu or a full, flared maxi skirt underneath the main dress to add volume.
White Lace Trim
Delicate white lace detailing around the square neckline and sleeve cuffs, characteristic of the musical's costume design.
Character Shoes
Simple black or matching low-heeled pumps, Mary Janes, or colonial-style buckle shoes.
DIY: Use plain black flats or low heels already in your closet.
Parchment Scroll or Quill
A rolled-up paper scroll or a faux feather quill pen to reference their intellectual, letter-writing historical counterparts.
DIY: Roll up a piece of printer paper, stain it lightly with a wet tea bag to look like aged parchment, and tie it with a ribbon.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Schuyler Sisters costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Select your sister: Angelica (pink/peach), Eliza (teal/light blue), or Peggy (yellow/marigold).
- 2
Put on the hoop skirt or petticoat first to establish the wide, structured silhouette of the skirt.
- 3
Step into the colonial gown, pulling it over the petticoat, and secure the zipper or laces at the back.
- 4
Adjust the white lace trim at the neckline and cuffs so it sits neatly and visibly.
- 5
Put on your low-heeled character shoes or black flats.
- 6
Style your hair in a neat, elegant half-up, half-down look with soft curls.
- 7
Grab your parchment scroll or feather quill prop to complete the revolutionary look.
Makeup & hair
Keep makeup natural and classic with a soft pink lip and light blush. Style hair in a historical half-up, half-down style with soft, cascading curls, or pull it back into an elegant low bun with face-framing tendrils.
Schuyler Sisters for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Alexander Hamilton in a green colonial suit or John Laurens in a tan military uniform.
- group
- Gather three friends to complete the trio of Angelica, Eliza, and Peggy, or add Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr for a full cast group.
- kids
- Use a child-sized colonial dress in pink, blue, or yellow with a simple white sash.
- Plus size
- Look for colonial gowns with lace-up corset backs, which offer adjustable sizing and a comfortable, custom fit through the bodice.
- pet
- A small dog can wear a matching colored ruff collar or a miniature blue/pink/yellow cape.
Tips
- Hoop skirts can make sitting difficult; opt for a soft, multi-layered tulle petticoat if you plan on sitting or driving a lot.
- If buying a pre-made costume, steam the dress beforehand to remove wrinkles from shipping and make the fabric drape beautifully.
- Coordinate with your group ahead of time so you don't end up with duplicate colors—the trio is most recognizable when all three colors are present.
- Wear comfortable flats or low character heels, as these dresses are long and you'll want to avoid tripping while walking.
Schuyler Sisters costume FAQ
- What colors do the Schuyler sisters wear in Hamilton?
- Angelica wears peach/pink, Eliza wears light blue/teal, and Peggy wears yellow/marigold.
- How do I make a DIY Schuyler Sisters costume?
- You can pair a solid-colored corset or snug top with a matching long maxi skirt, then fabric-glue white lace trim to the neckline and sleeve cuffs.
- What kind of shoes should I wear with this costume?
- Simple black flats, Mary Janes, or low-heeled character shoes work best and stay true to the stage production's look.
Did you know? In the original Broadway production, costume designer Paul Tazewell chose the sisters' color palette to represent their personalities: Angelica's pink represents fire and social status, Eliza's blue represents depth and loyalty, and Peggy's yellow represents her youthful energy.