How do you make the iron mark on Marv's face?

Use red cream makeup or lip liner to draw the outline of a clothing iron on your face, then lightly blend the edges to make it look like a fresh burn.

What are the key props for the Wet Bandits?

A foam crowbar, a vintage flashlight, a canvas sack, and fake feathers stuck to your clothes are the best props.

Is this a good last-minute costume?

Yes! Most of the outfit consists of standard winter clothes like beanies, coats, and gloves that you likely already own or can find easily.

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The Wet Bandits Costume

Bring the hilarious Home Alone villains to life this Halloween.

The Wet Bandits, Harry and Marv, are the iconic bumbling burglars from the classic holiday movie Home Alone. This duo costume is a massive crowd-pleaser because it is instantly recognizable, warm for chilly October nights, and incredibly fun to act out. The look consists of layered, oversized 1990s winter wear, fingerless gloves, and optional hilarious battle damage from Kevin's traps.

Difficulty: Easy
Time: ~30 min
Budget: $40–90

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Harry's dark beanie
A black or dark grey knit watch cap worn low on the forehead.
DIY: Use any dark winter beanie you already own.
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Harry's collarless coat
An oversized, dark brown or charcoal wool-blend overcoat.
DIY: Thrift an oversized dark winter coat and cut off the collar if you want to match his post-fire look.
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Marv's brown corduroy jacket
A light brown or tan corduroy jacket or heavy button-up shirt worn open.
DIY: Use a tan or brown flannel shirt or utility jacket.
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Fingerless gloves
Grey or black knit fingerless gloves for both characters.
DIY: Take an old pair of knit gloves and cut the tips of the fingers off.
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Marv's curly wig
A messy, medium-length brown curly afro-style wig.
DIY: Tease your natural hair if it is long and curly, using plenty of hairspray.
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Crowbar prop
A lightweight plastic or foam silver crowbar for Marv.
DIY: Cut a crowbar shape out of sturdy cardboard and paint it metallic silver.
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How to put it together

1
Decide who is playing Harry (shorter, grumpy, dark beanie) and who is playing Marv (taller, goofy, curly hair).
2
For Harry: Put on a grey button-down shirt, a dark necktie, a dark vest, and layer the oversized dark wool coat over it.
3
For Marv: Put on a plaid shirt, layer a grey sweater over it, and top with the light brown corduroy jacket.
4
Put on your respective headwear: the black beanie for Harry, and the messy curly brown wig for Marv.
5
Equip both partners with grey knit fingerless gloves.
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Add the finishing touches: Marv carries the foam crowbar, and Harry can carry a vintage flashlight or a drawstring sack marked with a dollar sign.

Makeup & hair

For Harry, use black face paint or soot makeup to mimic a burnt head from the blowtorch trap. For Marv, use red face paint to draw a perfect iron-shaped imprint on your face, or stick fake feathers to your face and clothes with skin-safe adhesive.

The Wet Bandits for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: One person dresses as Harry and the other as Marv for the perfect classic movie duo.
group: Add a third person dressed as Kevin McCallister in a red sweater carrying a toy BB gun.
kids: A hilarious sibling costume with one small child as Kevin and another as a mini-bandit.
Plus size: The oversized, layered nature of 90s winter coats makes this exceptionally comfortable and easy to fit for all body types.
pet: Dress a small dog in a red sweater to represent Kevin chasing the bandits.

Tips

Since this costume uses real winter clothing, it is incredibly warm and perfect for outdoor trick-or-treating or cold climates.
Thrift stores are goldmines for this costume; look for cheap, bulky 90s wool coats and corduroy jackets.
Stay in character for photos—Harry should look angry and tough, while Marv should have a goofy, wide-eyed grin.

The Wet Bandits costume FAQ

How do you make the iron mark on Marv's face?: Use red cream makeup or lip liner to draw the outline of a clothing iron on your face, then lightly blend the edges to make it look like a fresh burn.
What are the key props for the Wet Bandits?: A foam crowbar, a vintage flashlight, a canvas sack, and fake feathers stuck to your clothes are the best props.
Is this a good last-minute costume?: Yes! Most of the outfit consists of standard winter clothes like beanies, coats, and gloves that you likely already own or can find easily.

Did you know? The Wet Bandits rename themselves 'The Sticky Bandits' in the 1992 sequel, Home Alone 2: Lost in New York, wrapping tape around their hands to steal charity bucket money.