Ugly Stepsister Costume
Channel Far Far Away's favorite bartender with this hilarious, bold look.
Doris, the Ugly Stepsister from the Shrek franchise, is a fan-favorite character known for her deep voice, bold makeup, and loyal friendship to Fiona. Dressing as Doris is a hilarious and memorable choice for cosplay events, Halloween, or group Shrek themes. The look centers around a classic purple Renaissance-style gown, a distinct braided updo, and dramatic, colorful cosmetics.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–90
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What you need for a Ugly Stepsister costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Ugly Stepsister costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Purple Renaissance Dress
A long, floor-length purple gown with long, flowing bell sleeves and a lace-up bodice or gold trim.
DIY: Combine a long purple maxi skirt with a matching long-sleeve purple top and a black or gold corset vest.
Auburn Braided Wig
A synthetic auburn or brown wig styled into a high, braided bun with thick bangs.
DIY: Braid a standard brown wig, wrap the braid into a high bun on top of the head, and secure it with bobby pins.
Chunky Gold Hoop Earrings
Large, thick metallic gold hoop earrings to frame the face.
Bright Blue Eyeshadow
Highly pigmented, vibrant blue cream or powder eyeshadow applied heavily up to the brow bone.
Red Lipstick
Classic bright red lipstick, slightly overdrawn to emphasize the lips.
Fake Beauty Mark
A dark brown or black cosmetic pencil to draw a prominent mole on the cheek.
DIY: Use a standard black or dark brown eyeliner pencil to draw a small circle on your upper cheek.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Ugly Stepsister costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the purple Renaissance-style gown, ensuring the sleeves drape freely.
- 2
Secure your natural hair under a wig cap, then put on the auburn wig with the braided bun.
- 3
Apply a generous amount of bright blue eyeshadow across the entire eyelid, extending up toward the eyebrows.
- 4
Apply bright red lipstick, slightly overlining the lips for a dramatic, exaggerated look.
- 5
Use a black eyeliner pencil to draw a distinct beauty mark (mole) on your right cheekbone.
- 6
Put on the chunky gold hoop earrings.
- 7
Slip into comfortable flats or boots that are hidden beneath the long hem of the dress.
Makeup & hair
The makeup is key: apply heavy, unblended bright blue eyeshadow up to the brow bone, bright red lipstick, and a prominent black beauty mark on the cheek. Wear an auburn wig styled into a high, braided bun with blunt bangs.
Ugly Stepsister for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Prince Charming, Shrek, or Fiona for a hilarious Far Far Away duo.
- group
- Form a group with Shrek, Donkey, Fiona, and Puss in Boots, or team up with the other stepsister, Mabel.
- kids
- A simplified version with a purple dress, a braided brown headband, and light, kid-friendly blue eyeshadow.
- Plus size
- Renaissance dresses with lace-up corsets are highly adjustable and flattering for all body types.
Tips
- Since the dress is floor-length, wear comfortable sneakers or flats underneath for walking.
- Use a makeup setting spray to keep the heavy blue eyeshadow and red lipstick from smudging during the night.
- Practice Doris's signature low, raspy voice to really bring the character to life at parties.
Ugly Stepsister costume FAQ
- Who is the Ugly Stepsister in Shrek?
- Her name is Doris. She first appears as the bartender at the Poison Apple pub in Shrek 2 and later becomes one of Fiona's close friends.
- How do I style the hair for a Doris costume?
- You need an auburn or dark brown wig styled into a high, braided bun with thick, straight-cut bangs in the front.
- What makeup is needed for the Shrek stepsister look?
- The signature look requires heavy bright blue eyeshadow covering the eyelids, bold red lipstick, and a dark beauty mark drawn on the cheek.
Did you know? In the Shrek films, Doris the Ugly Stepsister was famously voiced by radio host Larry King, giving her a hilariously distinct, deep voice.