The Beast Costume
Step into the ballroom with the Beast's regal blue and gold suit.
The Beast from Disney's Beauty and the Beast is a classic choice for fans of fairy tales and Disney magic. His most recognizable look is his formal ballroom attire, which balances monstrous features with regal, aristocratic elegance. This costume consists of a royal blue tailcoat with gold trim, a white ruffled cravat, and beastly facial features.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $45–120
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What you need for a The Beast costume
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Royal blue tailcoat
A velvet or heavy polyester royal blue tuxedo jacket or tailcoat with gold lapels and cuffs.
DIY: Use a thrifted blue blazer and attach gold fabric or gold duct tape to the collar and cuffs.
White ruffled cravat
A white satin or lace neck tie or dickey that mimics Victorian-era formal neckwear.
DIY: Gather white lace trim or a white coffee filter onto a safety pin and attach it to your collar.
Gold vest
A metallic gold or yellow satin button-up vest worn under the tailcoat.
DIY: Wear a yellow t-shirt or cut a vest shape out of gold felt.
Black dress pants
Standard straight-leg black dress pants, ideally with a gold stripe down the side.
DIY: Use regular black trousers and add a strip of gold ribbon down the outer seams.
Beast mask or headpiece
A faux-fur headpiece featuring curved horns, floppy ears, and brown fur.
DIY: Attach brown faux fur and cardboard horns to a brown headband.
Fur gloves
Brown faux-fur gloves or paws to cover your hands.
DIY: Glue patches of brown faux fur to the backs of cheap brown gloves.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black dress pants and a white collared shirt.
- 2
Layer the gold vest over the shirt, buttoning it completely.
- 3
Tie or pin the white ruffled cravat around your neck so it sits prominently at the collar.
- 4
Put on the royal blue tailcoat, ensuring the gold cuffs are visible.
- 5
Slip on the brown faux-fur gloves or paws.
- 6
Put on the Beast mask or headpiece, adjusting it for comfort and visibility.
- 7
Finish the look with black dress shoes or boots.
Makeup & hair
If not using a full mask, apply brown face paint around your hairline and cheeks, draw a dark animal nose, and use hair gel to style your hair back around a pair of clip-on horns.
The Beast for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with Belle in her iconic yellow ballroom gown for the ultimate Disney couple.
- group
- Add Gaston, Lumiere, Cogsworth, and Mrs. Potts for a full enchanted castle group.
- kids
- A soft, one-piece plush jumpsuit with a detachable hood is perfect for toddlers.
- Plus size
- Look for velvet tailcoats with stretch panels or open-front designs for a comfortable fit.
- pet
- A simple blue velvet cape with a white ruffled collar attachment for dogs.
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Beauty and beast costume diy
- Skip the store: Use a thrifted blue blazer and attach gold fabric or gold duct tape to the collar and cuffs. Gather white lace trim or a white coffee filter onto a safety pin and attach it to your collar. Wear a yellow t-shirt or cut a vest shape out of gold felt.
Tips
- If wearing a full latex mask, ensure there are adequate breathing and visibility holes before heading out.
- Keep a hand fan or stay in air-conditioned areas, as the faux fur and layered velvet can get very warm.
- Carry a single red rose in a plastic dome as a perfect, character-specific photo prop.
- Wear comfortable black dress shoes, as you will likely be walking or dancing.
The Beast costume FAQ
- How do you make a DIY Beast costume?
- You can easily DIY this by taking a thrifted blue blazer, adding gold ribbon or duct tape to the lapels, wearing a white ruffled shirt, and making horns out of brown felt attached to a headband.
- What does the Beast wear in the ballroom scene?
- He wears a formal royal blue tailcoat trimmed in gold, a matching gold vest, a white ruffled cravat, and dark blue or black trousers.
- Is a full mask necessary for a Beast costume?
- No, you can use a brown faux-fur hood with horns, or use face paint and a brown wig to create a more comfortable, breathable look.
Did you know? In the original 1991 animated film, the Beast's design is a combination of several animals, including the mane of a lion, the head of a buffalo, the tusks of a wild boar, and the legs of a wolf.