The Mayor of Halloween Town Costume
Recreate the iconic, two-faced leader of Halloween Town with ease.
The Mayor of Halloween Town from The Nightmare Before Christmas is a beloved choice for fans of the stop-motion classic. Known for his literal two-faced personality, his look is defined by an oversized top hat, a tall spider-web tie, and a mayoral ribbon. This costume captures his unique, theatrical silhouette using structured layers and key accessories.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~60 min
- Budget
- $45–120
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What you need for a The Mayor of Halloween Town costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete The Mayor of Halloween Town costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Two-Faced Mayor Mask
A full-head foam or velour mask featuring his happy face on one side and his worried, blue-toned face on the other.
DIY: Draw both faces on opposite sides of a large, conical cardboard tube painted pale peach and light blue.
Tall Black Top Hat
An extra-tall, flared black top hat that sits atop the head/mask.
DIY: Construct a tall hat using black poster board and hot glue.
Gray Tweed Suit Jacket
A pinstriped or solid charcoal gray suit jacket, preferably with wide lapels.
DIY: Use an oversized thrifted gray blazer and draw faint white pinstripes with fabric chalk.
Spider-Web Bow Tie
A wide, pointed black bow tie featuring a white spider-web pattern.
DIY: Cut the shape out of black felt and paint a white spider-web design using fabric paint.
Mayoral Ribbon Badge
A large orange and black rosette ribbon badge with 'MAYOR' written on it, featuring a small spider hanging from the bottom.
DIY: Pleat orange and black satin ribbon around a cardboard circle, write 'MAYOR' in the center, and attach a plastic toy spider.
Black Trousers
Standard black dress pants or slacks to complete the formal suit look.
DIY: Any pair of black jeans or slacks from your closet.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black dress pants and a collared dress shirt under your gray suit jacket.
- 2
Button the gray suit jacket completely to create a structured, formal torso.
- 3
Attach the spider-web bow tie securely around the collar of your shirt.
- 4
Pin the large orange and black 'MAYOR' ribbon badge to the left lapel of your jacket.
- 5
Carefully put on the two-faced Mayor mask, ensuring you can see through the designated eye slits.
- 6
Place the extra-tall black top hat securely on top of the mask's head.
- 7
Carry a megaphone prop to complete his theatrical, town-crier look.
Makeup & hair
No makeup or hair styling is required if you are using the full-head foam mask. If opting for a face-paint version, paint one side of your face peach with a wide toothy grin, and the back or a handheld mask pale blue with worried eyes.
The Mayor of Halloween Town for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Jack Skellington, Sally, or Oogie Boogie for a perfect Halloween Town duo.
- group
- Join forces with Lock, Shock, Barrel, and Jack Skellington for a complete movie cast group.
- kids
- A simplified version uses a printed Mayor graphic t-shirt, a small top hat headband, and a felt ribbon badge.
- Plus size
- An oversized or boxy-cut gray blazer provides the perfect theatrical, wide-set silhouette for this character.
- pet
- A small black top hat and a mini orange 'MAYOR' collar ribbon for your dog or cat.
Tips
- If using a full-head foam mask, ensure the eye holes align well for visibility, especially when walking at night.
- Use safety pins to secure the heavy top hat to the mask so it does not wobble or fall off while moving.
- Carry a vintage-style megaphone to stay in character and amplify your voice during parties.
- Wear comfortable black dress shoes, as you will likely be standing or walking a lot while showing off this structured look.
The Mayor of Halloween Town costume FAQ
- How do you do the two-faced look for the Mayor costume?
- The easiest way is to purchase a licensed, reversible foam mask that features his happy face on one side and his worried face on the other. Alternatively, you can wear a mask on the back of your head.
- What does the Mayor of Halloween Town wear?
- He wears a tall black top hat, a gray tweed suit jacket with a spider-web bow tie, a large orange 'MAYOR' ribbon badge, black trousers, and carries a megaphone.
- Is the Mayor of Halloween Town costume comfortable?
- Yes, the suit itself is very comfortable. The only challenging part is the tall hat and mask, which may require occasional adjustments for visibility and ventilation.
Did you know? The Mayor of Halloween Town literally has two faces—one happy and one anxious—to represent his inability to make decisions without Jack Skellington's guidance.