The Addams Family Costume
Creepy, kooky, and effortlessly stylish group costumes for the whole family.
The Addams Family is the ultimate choice for groups, couples, or families looking to embrace a gothic yet charming aesthetic. Originating from Charles Addams' cartoons and popularized by classic TV and films, this look is instantly recognizable by its dark, monochromatic color palette. Whether you choose to go as the suave Gomez, the elegant Morticia, or the stoic Wednesday, assembling these outfits is both simple and highly customizable.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $30–150
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What you need for a The Addams Family costume
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Morticia's Black Gown
A floor-length, form-fitting black dress with dramatic bell sleeves.
DIY: Use a long black maxi dress and sew sheer black fabric to the cuffs for a flared sleeve effect.
Gomez's Pinstripe Suit
A double-breasted navy or black pinstripe suit jacket and matching trousers.
DIY: Wear a dark blazer and use white fabric chalk to draw thin vertical lines down the fabric.
Wednesday's Collared Dress
A long-sleeve black dress layered over a white Peter Pan collar shirt.
DIY: Cut a collar out of white felt and pin or fabric-glue it to the neckline of a plain black long-sleeve dress.
Gomez's Pencil Mustache & Cigar
A thin black mustache and a prop cigar to complete Gomez's suave look.
DIY: Draw a thin mustache with black eyeliner and roll up brown paper to mimic a cigar.
Wednesday's Braided Wig
A black wig with two neat, low pigtail braids.
DIY: Part your own hair down the middle and braid it into two tight pigtails, using black hairspray if needed.
Uncle Fester's Robe
A long, oversized black or dark grey hooded robe or coat.
DIY: Use a large black bedsheet or oversized dark trench coat cinched with a simple cord.
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How to put it together
- 1
Choose your character from the family lineup to coordinate colors and styles.
- 2
For Morticia, slip on the floor-length black gown and pair with black high heels.
- 3
For Gomez, wear the pinstripe suit with a white dress shirt, dark tie, and slick back your hair.
- 4
For Wednesday, layer the black dress over the white collar shirt and put on black tights and Mary Janes.
- 5
Apply character-specific makeup, focusing on pale skin tones and dark, dramatic eyes or lips.
- 6
Add final props like Gomez's cigar, Wednesday's headless doll, or a plastic hand prop on your shoulder for Thing.
Makeup & hair
Keep skin pale using a light foundation or white face powder. Morticia needs a bold red lip and smokey eyeshadow, Gomez requires slicked-back hair and a pencil mustache, and Wednesday needs two low, braided pigtails with a middle part.
The Addams Family for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Go as Gomez and Morticia for the ultimate gothic romance pairing.
- group
- Include Wednesday, Pugsley, Uncle Fester, Lurch, and Cousin Itt for a complete family look.
- kids
- Wednesday and Pugsley are perfect, easy-to-wear options for children.
- Plus size
- Morticia's gown in a stretchy velvet fabric offers a comfortable, flattering, and dramatic fit.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a shaggy brown wig to look exactly like Cousin Itt.
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- Include Wednesday, Pugsley, Uncle Fester, Lurch, and Cousin Itt for a complete family look.
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- Dress your dog in a shaggy brown wig to look exactly like Cousin Itt.
Tips
- Keep makeup locked in with a matte setting spray to prevent the pale face paint from smudging.
- For outdoor trick-or-treating, Wednesday and Fester's layered outfits provide excellent warmth.
- Carry a plastic prop hand (Thing) secured to your shoulder with safety pins for a fun photo prop.
- Thrift stores are goldmines for Gomez's suits and Morticia's vintage-style black dresses.
The Addams Family costume FAQ
- What do you need for a DIY Wednesday Addams costume?
- You need a simple black long-sleeve dress, a white Peter Pan collar shirt to layer underneath, black tights, and black shoes. Finish the look by braiding your hair into two low pigtails.
- How do you do Morticia Addams' makeup?
- Apply a foundation a few shades lighter than your skin tone, contour your cheekbones with cool grey eyeshadow, apply a dark smokey eye, and finish with a classic blood-red lipstick.
- Is an Addams Family group costume hard to coordinate?
- Not at all. Because the color scheme is strictly black, white, and grey, it is incredibly easy for a group to look cohesive using basic wardrobe staples.
Did you know? The Addams Family characters didn't actually have first names until they were developed for the 1964 television series; creator Charles Addams originally drew them nameless in his New Yorker cartoons.