Sheet Ghost Costume
The ultimate low-effort, high-impact classic Halloween look.
The sheet ghost is the quintessential, nostalgic Halloween costume that anyone can pull off in minutes. People love it for its effortless charm, spooky simplicity, and retro aesthetic. The look consists of a draped white bedsheet with cut-out eyeholes, often styled with modern accessories like sunglasses or sneakers.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $5–25
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What you need for a Sheet Ghost costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Sheet Ghost costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
White flat bedsheet
A twin or queen-sized solid white cotton bedsheet, depending on your height.
DIY: Use an old white sheet or tablecloth you already have at home.
Fabric scissors
Sharp scissors to cleanly cut out the eyeholes without fraying the fabric.
DIY: Any sharp household scissors will work.
Black retro sunglasses
Classic black plastic sunglasses worn over the sheet for a trendy, modern look.
DIY: Use any dark sunglasses you already own.
Safety pins
A few safety pins to secure the sheet to your undergarments so it stays in place.
DIY: Use double-sided tape or hair clips to secure it.
Fabric marker
A thick black permanent marker to outline the eyeholes or draw a spooky mouth.
DIY: Use a standard black Sharpie.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Sheet Ghost costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Drape the white sheet over your head to determine where it falls and locate your eyes.
- 2
Use a washable fabric marker to gently dot the center of each eye while wearing the sheet.
- 3
Remove the sheet, fold the eye areas slightly, and use scissors to cut out two neat oval eyeholes.
- 4
Put the sheet back on and adjust the alignment, ensuring you can see clearly and the fabric doesn't drag on the floor.
- 5
Secure the sheet to your shirt collar or hair with safety pins to prevent it from sliding around.
- 6
Put on a pair of black sunglasses over the sheet's eyeholes for a stylish, secure finish.
Makeup & hair
Since your head is fully covered, no hair or makeup is needed, making this perfect for a low-maintenance look.
Sheet Ghost for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- One person goes as a sheet ghost and the other wears a vintage ghostbuster outfit.
- group
- Gather a group of friends in matching sheet ghost costumes wearing different styles of sunglasses or hats.
- kids
- Use a twin or toddler-sized sheet and hem the bottom so they do not trip while trick-or-treating.
- Plus size
- Use a king-sized flat sheet to ensure comfortable draping and full coverage.
- pet
- Drape a white pillowcase with cut-out eye and snout holes over your dog for a quick photo op.
Tips
- Wear white or light-colored clothing underneath so dark colors don't bleed through the sheet.
- Cut the bottom hem if the sheet drags on the ground to prevent tripping, especially outdoors.
- Bring a pair of sunglasses to wear over the eyeholes; it keeps the sheet from shifting and looks great in photos.
- If you plan to eat or drink, cut a small, discreet mouth slit or be prepared to lift the sheet.
Sheet Ghost costume FAQ
- How do you keep a sheet ghost costume from falling off?
- Secure the top of the sheet to a baseball cap, a headband, or your shirt collar using safety pins or double-sided tape.
- What size sheet do I need for a ghost costume?
- A twin-sized flat sheet works best for kids and shorter adults, while a queen-sized sheet is ideal for taller adults.
- How do you mark the eye holes safely?
- Have a friend gently mark the spots with a washable marker while you wear it, or feel for your eyes and mark them yourself carefully before taking it off to cut.
Did you know? The sheet ghost trope dates back to 19th-century stage plays, where actors wore white shrouds to represent spirits because traditional burial shrouds were white.