Your favorite movie villain, hero, protagonist or antagonist can probably be summed up as some form of witch. Whether it’s Wanda, also known as Scarlet Witch, from The Avengers films, Glinda the Good Witch from The Wizard of Oz, Hermione, who needs no qualifier or Ursula the wicked sea witch from The Little Mermaid, the plethora of magical enchantresses on the big screen and little screen leave so many options for you to pull together an epic witch costume this Halloween. The best part about witches is that they’re super versatile and make for an easy look you can throw together at the last minute.
No matter if you’re hoping to create an outfit that looks like it walked straight out of Salem or prefer to embody one of Disney’s bewitching characters, you’re sure to be impressed by the range of options below. Witches have gone through countless iterations.
When you decide to dress up like a witch, you'll have a specific style in mind. It may not speak to the style of the day, but the costumes bring storybook illustrations to life and, as they're costumes, allow you to customize the look and character to fit your idea of witch.
For those looking for a costume considered more traditional, you'll discover we have countless options in the long, black, colonial style. If you're looking for something recognizable for its media popularity but that doesn’t stray as drastically from time period style, try our Hocus Pocus exclusives! Mary, Sarah, and Winnie leap into any setting and in spectacular form with the high-detailed costumes available in sizes up to 8X. Fall in love with the pop culture options but looking for a bit more color? Give our Glinda styles a look!
Of course, Glinda doesn't corner the market on colorful witch styles. Enjoy a modern take on witch style with shorter skirts and cuts that almost pass for everyday clothing. Or go the exact opposite with a few witch styles that feel taken straight from ancient forests and practices. But from Disney witches to conjurings of your own invention, our collection is here to lend a hand!
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Here are some male witch costume ideas to inspire your Halloween transformation:
DIY Witch Costume Ideas
1. DIY Classic Witch Costume
This one's practically effortless and perfect if you're looking for something to wear in a pinch. You probably already have a go-to black dress in your closet, but if you're looking for something a little more Halloween-ish, you can upgrade to one more magical. The tights, hat and broom will pull your homemade witch costume together.
2. DIY Glinda the Good Witch Costume
While you can purchase a full Glinda costume set, it's possible to make your own puffy skirt using an elastic, tulle and the no-sew technique. When you're done tying enough tulle to make a skirt that wraps around your waist, slide the skirt over a pink bodysuit or gown. For the crown, measure glitter scrapbook paper around your head decorate it with rhinestone gems.
3. DIY Agatha Harkness Costume
Wanda's friend-turned-foe is has the perfect getup for a DIY witch costume. Though Agatha may not have the traditional broomstick and wand, she doesn't shy away from casting a spell. You can pull off her look by recreating her long tresses and signature cloak.
4. DIY Elphaba Thropp Costume
Sure, you can always dress up in Elphaba's classic Wicked Witch of the West getup (see below), complete with pointy black hat, but if you want to show that you're a true fan of the musical Wicked, try dressing up in Elphaba's Shiz University uniform - you probably have everything you need to create this costume already in your closet. Just add green face paint.
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5. DIY Scary Witch or Wicked Witch Costume
If you're more of the type to go all out and look evil and spooky instead of cute and trendy on Halloween night, try this scary green witch costume. Just apply some green face paint, and nose and chin prosthetics that you stick on with latex glue.
9. DIY Winifred Sanderson Costume
Run amok this Halloween by dressing up as Winifred, the head witch from Hocus Pocus - you can also turn this into a fun fun group costume by recruiting two friends to go as her sisters, Sarah and Mary.
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26. DIY Dr. Facilier a.k.a The Witch Doctor Costume
If you happen to be looking for witch costume ideas that will also work well for men, try to recreate the tailored getup that witch doctor Dr. Facilier sports in The Princess and The Frog. The Princess and The Frog's Dr. Facilier is a witch doctor, so a little different than the others on our list, but he still fits the bill with spell casting and fortune telling. Rock his get up with the help of a top hat, purple shirt and blazer.
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7. DIY Scarlet Witch a.k.a Wanda Costume
Clearly, not all witches need to wear all-black or a pointy hat; in fact, the staple piece in the Scarlet Witch's costume is a leather jacket. She also wears a red one piece (which you can reuse after Halloween) and red gloves.
15. DIY Maleficent Costume
Maleficent's dark magic makes her a perfect fit for this costume category. Put on her iconic headpiece and don't forget your scepter.
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17. DIY Sea Witch a.k.a Ursula Costume
Looking to get a little more creative with your witch costume? Dress up as sea witch Ursula from The Little Mermaid - if you already have a floor-length black gown in your closet, all you'll need is a wig, purple body makeup and a few choice accessories.
23. DIY Modern Witch Costume
Feeling magical but not into the cloaks and witch hats? A modern take on a witch includes a leather jacket, fedora and the makeup style of your choice.
24. DIY Grand High Witch Costume
Recreate her sophisticated look with a houndstooth tweed coat, long gloves and an organza hat.
One can opt for a classic, storybook version of a witch with gruesome makeup, giving yourself believable whiskers, wrinkles and a wart. Or maybe you’ll want to take a page from Hocus Pocus and go for a group costume that is simple to DIY.