Scott Calvin Costume
Become the reluctant, magical Santa from the 1994 holiday classic.
Scott Calvin is the suburban father turned iconic holiday hero in Disney's 'The Santa Clause'. People love this costume for its nostalgic 90s charm and recognizable blend of magical Santa gear with modern comedy. The look centers on a plush, rich red Santa coat with thick faux-fur trim, paired with a classic white beard and rounded spectacles.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $45–120
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What you need for a Scott Calvin costume
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Red velvet Santa coat
A crimson velvet or plush red suit jacket features thick white faux-fur edging down the center and around the cuffs.
DIY: Trim a thick red bathrobe or winter jacket with white faux-fur ribbon along the cuffs and lapels.
Matching red Santa trousers
Loose-fitting red velvet pants designed to tuck smoothly into black knee-high boots.
DIY: Wear dark red sweatpants tucked into tall black boots.
Wide black leather belt
A broad black belt with a large, polished gold or brass rectangular buckle worn around the midsection.
DIY: Wrap a thick black dress belt over a belly pad and add a cardboard buckle wrapped in gold foil.
Knee-high black boots
Tall black leather-look boots or boot covers worn over red trousers.
DIY: Slide black vinyl boot covers over comfortable black dress shoes or winter boots.
Full white beard and wig set
A voluminous wavy white beard and matching short white hair wig to capture the magical transformation.
DIY: Use temporary white hair spray if you already have facial hair, or stick white fleece to a elastic band.
Wire-rimmed half-moon glasses
Small, oval or round wire-framed spectacles resting slightly low on the bridge of the nose.
DIY: Remove lenses from an inexpensive pair of round wire glasses frames.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on a costume belly padding vest or small pillow secured with a belt to get Scott's signature rounded silhouette.
- 2
Pull on the red velvet trousers and slip into black knee-high boots or apply boot covers over dark footwear.
- 3
Put on the red velvet suit coat, securing it tightly over the padded midsection.
- 4
Buckle the wide black belt securely over the coat high at the waist.
- 5
Fit the white wig and position the elastic band for the white beard securely around your ears.
- 6
Perch the round gold wire-rimmed glasses onto the bridge of your nose and complete the look with white fabric gloves.
Makeup & hair
Apply a touch of rosy red blush to the apples of the cheeks and bridge of the nose to look freshly stepped out of the North Pole cold. If not using a full wig, spray natural hair white with washable hair color.
Scott Calvin for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with Bernard the Head Elf wearing an oversized velvet coat, pointed elf ears, and a leather tool belt.
- group
- Form the North Pole crew with Scott Calvin, Bernard, Mrs. Claus, and a group of E.L.F. squad kids.
- kids
- A young Scott-in-training wearing a miniature red Santa coat with a soft plush beard.
- Plus size
- Santa suits are naturally cut full; opt for a set with elastic waist trousers and adjustable belt sizing.
- pet
- Dress your dog as a reindeer with plush antler headbands or a red holiday sweater.
Tips
- Layer lightly under the velvet jacket since indoor holiday parties get warm quickly.
- Choose a beard with an open mouth slot so you can comfortably eat and drink at events.
- Carry a toy sack or a small snow globe prop for great photo opportunities.
- Wear dark socks and comfortable black shoes beneath boot covers for walking around pageants or parades.
Scott Calvin costume FAQ
- How do I recreate Scott Calvin's transformation specifically?
- Focus on the rounded belly padding, bright rosy cheeks, full white beard, and classic wire glasses which represent his iconic North Pole look.
- Is a belly pad necessary for this costume?
- It adds to the recognizable silhouette from the film, but a light pillow taped or strapped over a t-shirt works just as well under the jacket.
- What shoes should I wear if I don't have Santa boots?
- Black dress shoes or plain black winter boots worn under black boot-top covers give the exact look without expensive specialized footwear.
Did you know? The iconic Scott Calvin Santa suit from the 1994 film was designed with thick, custom-dyed red velvet to give it a richer, more cinematic look than traditional party store costumes.