Will the Wise Costume
Channel your inner wizard and defend Hawkins from the Upside Down.
Will the Wise is the Dungeons & Dragons wizard persona adopted by Will Byers in Stranger Things. This iconic outfit represents Will's longing for childhood games and his deep connection to his friends. The look is defined by a handmade-style purple wizard robe and a matching pointed hat adorned with silver stars.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $25–60
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What you need for a Will the Wise costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Will the Wise costume — one box instead of 4 pieces.
Purple Wizard Robe
A long, loose-fitting purple robe with wide sleeves, decorated with silver foil stars and moons.
DIY: Use a plain purple bathrobe or bedsheet and fabric-glue silver paper stars onto it.
Pointed Wizard Hat
A matching pointed purple cone hat featuring the same silver star patterns.
DIY: Roll purple poster board into a cone, trim the base, attach a circular brim, and stick on silver foil stars.
Wooden Wizard Staff
A rustic, gnarled wooden walking staff to serve as your magical focus.
DIY: Find a sturdy, curved tree branch from the backyard and sand down any sharp splinters.
Brown Bowl Cut Wig
A classic 1980s-style brown bowl cut wig to capture Will Byers' signature hairstyle.
DIY: Style your own hair into a neat, rounded bob if it is already the correct length and color.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Will the Wise costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on a basic t-shirt and comfortable pants or jeans to wear underneath the robe.
- 2
Don the brown bowl cut wig, securing it with a wig cap if necessary.
- 3
Slip on the long purple wizard robe and tie the front closure securely.
- 4
Place the pointed purple wizard hat on your head, angling it slightly forward.
- 5
Pick up your wooden wizard staff to complete the magical ensemble.
Makeup & hair
Keep makeup minimal and natural. Wear a brown, rounded 1980s bowl cut wig, making sure the bangs are cut straight across just above the eyebrows.
Will the Wise for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Mike the Brave in his matching DIY knight gear.
- group
- Gather the whole D&D party with Dustin the Dwarf, Lucas the Ranger, and Eleven.
- kids
- This is a highly popular kids' costume; look for pre-made youth wizard robes.
- Plus size
- The loose, flowing nature of the wizard robe makes this an incredibly comfortable fit for all body types.
Tips
- If the hat keeps slipping, secure it to your wig or hair using a couple of bobby pins.
- Wear comfortable sneakers under the robe, as the hem will cover most of your feet anyway.
- Carry a twenty-sided die (D20) in your pocket as a fun, interactive prop for photos.
Will the Wise costume FAQ
- What does Will the Wise wear?
- He wears a purple wizard robe and a matching pointed wizard hat, both decorated with silver stars, while carrying a wooden staff.
- How do I make a DIY Will the Wise costume?
- You can use a purple sheet or bathrobe for the robe, make a cone hat out of purple poster board, and glue on hand-cut silver foil stars.
- What kind of wig do I need for Will Byers?
- You need a classic dark brown 1980s bowl cut wig with straight-cut bangs.
Did you know? Will the Wise first appears in season 2 of Stranger Things, but the character's wizard outfit becomes a poignant symbol of childhood's end in season 3.