Sexy Elf Costume
A festive, cheeky spin on Santa's favorite holiday helper.
The sexy elf costume is a fun, flirty holiday staple popular for adult Christmas parties, festive bar crawls, and themed ugly sweater events. It blends classic holiday colors with fit-and-flare silhouettes, mixing red and green velvet, white faux-fur trim, and jingle bells. The look is completed with pointed elf ears, festive striped tights, and charming Santa-helper accessories.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $25–65
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What you need for a Sexy Elf costume
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Mini elf dress
A form-fitting green or red velvet mini dress featuring white faux-fur or jingle-bell scalloped trim around the collar and hemline.
DIY: Pair a fitted green tank top or corset with a high-waisted red circle skirt trimmed with white faux fur.
Black waist belt
A wide black faux-leather belt with an oversized gold or brass buckle to cinch the waist.
DIY: Cut a strip of wide black ribbon or felt and craft a faux buckle out of gold cardboard.
Pointed elf ear tips
Prosthetic latex elf ear tips that slide over your natural ears for a realistic fairy-elf look.
DIY: Craft quick ear covers using nude-toned cardstock attached to thin bobby pins.
Striped thigh-high stockings
Red and white or green and white striped thigh-high socks or footless tights.
DIY: Wear solid red or opaque white tights paired with holiday boot cuffs.
Mini elf hat
A small pointed elf hat attached to a headband, complete with a small pom-pom or jingle bell.
DIY: Roll green felt into a cone shape, glue on a white pom-pom, and attach it to a plastic headband.
Heeled booties or pumps
Black or red high heels or ankle boots, optionally styled with turned-up toe shoe covers.
DIY: Style existing black pumps with clip-on holiday pom-poms or gold bells.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on your striped tights or thigh-high stockings first to avoid snagging them on dress zippers.
- 2
Step into the green velvet mini dress and secure any back zippers or neck ties.
- 3
Cinch the wide black belt firmly around your natural waist over the dress.
- 4
Attach the latex elf ears over your natural ears using spirit gum or by securing the ear cuffs.
- 5
Place the mini elf hat headband securely onto your head, slanting it slightly to one side.
- 6
Slip into your heeled booties or pumps and attach optional jingle-bell shoe covers.
Makeup & hair
Apply bright red lipstick, defined winged eyeliner, and a touch of golden highlighter on the cheekbones. Add rosy, cold-weather pink blush to the apples of your cheeks. Style hair in loose, voluminous glamour waves or neat pigtails topped with festive ribbons.
Sexy Elf for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with a classic Santa Claus, a hilarious Santa's Lap outfit, or a matching playful woodcutter costume.
- group
- Form a squad of Santa's helpers with matching green and red dresses in different cuts or colors.
- Plus size
- Look for fit-and-flare skater dresses or stretchy velvet babydolls that offer comfort and flattering support.
Tips
- Indoor venues can get warm during holiday parties, so opt for breathable velvet or lightweight cotton blends.
- If wearing high heels to an event with dancing, bring fold-up flats in your clutch bag.
- Use double-sided fabric tape along the neckline to keep the dress secure while mingling and taking photos.
- Add sheer nude tights underneath striped thigh-highs for extra coverage and warmth if traveling outside.
Sexy Elf costume FAQ
- How do you secure elf ears without spirit gum?
- Slip-on latex ear tips designed to fit over your upper ear cartilage stay securely in place without adhesive, especially when supported by hair or a headband.
- What should I wear under a short elf dress?
- High-waisted boy shorts, seamless dark spandex, or opaque dance tights provide extra comfort and coverage for active holiday events.
- How can I make a last-minute sexy elf costume?
- Pair a tight green top or sweater with a red skirt, add a black belt around your waist, and wear striped tights with a simple elf hat headband.
Did you know? While elves in folklore were traditionally tricksters or subtle nature spirits, the cheerful, color-coordinated Santa's helper aesthetic popularized in the 20th century became a beloved holiday party staple.