Shadow Wizard Money Gang Costume
We love casting spells. Get the viral internet wizard meme look.
The Shadow Wizard Money Gang is a viral internet meme and rap collective parody known for its dark, hooded wizard aesthetic and chaotic energy. Choosing this costume lets you bring a massive TikTok trend to life, perfect for groups who want to cause some lighthearted mischief. The look consists of a deep purple wizard robe, glowing eyes, and plenty of fake cash.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $25–60
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What you need for a Shadow Wizard Money Gang costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Shadow Wizard Money Gang costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Purple Wizard Robe
A floor-length, deep purple hooded robe with wide, flowing sleeves.
DIY: Use a large piece of purple fabric or a purple bedsheet draped and pinned as a hooded cloak.
Black Face Mask or Balaclava
A solid black fabric mask or balaclava to obscure your face beneath the hood.
DIY: Wrap a black t-shirt or scarf tightly around your head, leaving only your eyes exposed.
Glowing LED Glasses or Eyes
Bright green or white glowing LED glasses or stick-on LED lights to shine through the dark hood.
DIY: Use green glow sticks taped carefully inside the rim of your hood, keeping them away from your eyes.
Prop Cash
A thick stack of fake prop hundred-dollar bills to show off your 'money gang' status.
DIY: Print out double-sided play money images and wrap them with a thick rubber band.
Wizard Wand or Staff
A simple wooden wizard wand or a gnarled staff to cast your spells.
DIY: Find a sturdy, twisted tree branch outside and strip the bark for a natural, rustic wand.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Shadow Wizard Money Gang costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black balaclava or face mask to completely black out your facial features.
- 2
Put on the glowing LED glasses and turn them on so they shine brightly through the darkness.
- 3
Slip into the purple hooded wizard robe and pull the oversized hood far forward over your face to create a shadow effect.
- 4
Hold your stack of prop money in one hand, fanning it out slightly for photos.
- 5
Grip your wizard wand or staff in the other hand.
- 6
Practice your best mysterious wizard stance, hunched slightly forward to look like you are casting a spell.
Makeup & hair
No hair or makeup is required for this costume, as your entire head and face are completely obscured by the black balaclava and deep purple hood.
Shadow Wizard Money Gang for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- One person goes as the Shadow Wizard and the other dresses as a giant bag of money or a green goblin.
- group
- Have your entire squad wear matching purple robes, black masks, and glowing eyes to form the ultimate Shadow Wizard Money Gang.
- kids
- A kid-sized purple wizard robe paired with safe, battery-operated green glow sticks tucked into the hood.
- Plus size
- Look for oversized, loose-fitting unisex wizard robes or cloaks with wide sleeves for a comfortable, flowing fit.
- pet
- A small purple cape and a tiny toy wand attached to your pet's collar.
Tips
- Ensure your black balaclava is breathable so you don't overheat while wearing the heavy robe.
- Position the LED glasses so they sit comfortably on your nose and don't block your peripheral vision in dark party settings.
- Keep a rubber band around your prop money stack so you don't lose bills while walking around.
- For photos, have someone shine a light from below to make the purple robe pop and highlight the glowing eyes.
Shadow Wizard Money Gang costume FAQ
- What is the Shadow Wizard Money Gang?
- It is a viral internet meme originating from a producer tag by DJ Smokey, depicting shadowy, hooded wizards who love casting spells and flexing stacks of cash.
- How do you get the glowing eye effect?
- The easiest way is to wear bright green LED glasses or glowing cosplay eye lights underneath a black mesh mask or balaclava.
- Is this costume comfortable for hot weather?
- It can get warm under the hood and mask. Choose a lightweight polyester robe and a breathable mesh balaclava to stay cool.
Did you know? The iconic voice tag 'Shadow Wizard Money Gang... we love casting spells' was voiced by a text-to-speech generator and became one of the biggest TikTok audio trends of 2023.