Whether it’s Halloween, Purim, a fan convention, or just a costume party, dressing up is all about having fun and stepping into a new role that’s nothing like IRL. And what’s more thrilling than stepping into the shoes of a villain? After all, villains may be wicked, but they’re undeniably the most entertaining characters in any story. From pirates to witches, scoundrels to vampires, these dastardly figures give us a chance to embrace our mischievous side—all in good fun, of course.
To inspire you to take a walk on the dark side, we’ve curated a list of our favorite villain costumes from movies, fairytales, books, and Disney classics. And just for fun, we even included an unlikely villain: a milk carton! Because for the lactose-intolerant, dairy can be the ultimate nemesis. Whether you’re channeling an evil queen, a fearsome pirate, or getting creative with our villainous milk carton (haha!), we’ve detailed the ingredients to each outfit.
So get ready to look your best while embracing your inner villain—without actually being evil! These villain costumes for Halloween are perfect for anyone who loves to stir up a little chaos in the most fun, fashionable way.
Dress up as everyone’s favorite Sanderson sister from the Hocus Pocus films with this Winifred-inspired dress. Complete the look with a wig, a spell book, and a black candle. This costume can also be a part of a group villain costume if you have two friends who can dress up as Sarah and Mary Sanderson.
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If you’re looking for a Batman villain costume that’s both equal parts evil and fierce, this is it. Inspired by Anne Hathaway’s character in The Dark Knight Rises, this Catwoman costume has everything you need to recreate the look from the movie: a fitted black jumpsuit, eye mask, cat ears, and a belt.
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Poor, unfortunate souls, watch out! This Ursula costume includes her iconic sea shell necklace, and the bottom of the dress inflates at the bottom for more realistic-looking tentacles. Plus, reviewers say that it’s comfortable to wear. You’ll just need a white wig and some blue eyeshadow to complete the Disney sea witch’s look.
Go to your next Halloween or dress-up party as the world’s most frightening doll with this creepy Chucky costume. It comes with an easy-to-wear jumpsuit with an attached long-sleeve shirt and, of course, the oh-so creepy yet iconic Chucky face as a mask. Add some tennis shoes and a toy knife to finish the look.
With this ensemble, you can transform into the villain Harry Potter fans love to hate: Lord Voldemort. This costume includes a long, dark robe and a mask that captures Voldemort’s disfigured face. Don’t forget to pick up a wand to add to the costume — after all, what’s an evil wizard without his wand?
Want to haunt everyone’s dreams (or nightmares) at your next Halloween party? Dress up as the popular Creepypasta villain, Zalgo, with this costume.
Even if people don’t recognize the character, they’re still likely to be impressed with the creepiness of the look. It includes a bodysuit, mask, and extra-creepy long-fingered gloves.
Celebrate the Tim Burton-directed classic horror film with this Beetlejuice costume. It consists of a black-and-white striped jacket and pants, plus a white shirt and attached tie. All you need is a wig and a ghoulish white face to look like Michael Keaton’s iconic character in the 1988 movie.
You can literally slay the holiday this year with this Freddy Krueger costume. You’ll receive the A Nightmare on Elm Street villain’s iconic striped red sweater as well as a foam face mask. You’ll just need Freddy’s signature hat and claw-like gloves, plus some black pants, to round out the look.
Dress up as one of Gotham City’s most notorious villains this Halloween. This Riddler costume includes a green suit jacket, matching pants, and a purple tie, all emblazoned with the Riddler’s signature question mark logo.
Consider spraying your hair with some orange temporary dye to channel Jim Carrey’s look from the classic movie Batman Forever.
Rubie’s Erik Killmonger Battle Suit Costume
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Stand out among all of the other Black Panthers on Halloween in this villain costume. Plus, it’ll look like you have the body of Michael B. Jordan, thanks to this stretchy Killmonger bodysuit. Take note: You’ll likely need some help getting the costume zipped up in the back.
Disguise Bowser from “Super Mario Bros.” Costume
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This Bowser costume from Super Mario Bros. includes a jumpsuit with an attached tail, an inflatable shell (that’s not quite to scale, but that’s okay), a character headpiece, and a pair of cuffs. Perfect for Halloween, or a Super Mario-themed party, it’s a great way for adults to have some fun and dress like the video game and movie villain who is also the leader of the Koopa race.
Want to act the part? Don’t forget that Bowser frequently attempts to kidnap Princess Peach and defeat Mario, so consider a group costume with your crew.
Maxim Party Dr. Evil from “Austin Powers”
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Dr. Evil, antagonist from the Austin Powers film series. wonderfully parodies classic James Bond villains like Ernst Stavro Blofeld. Known for his ridiculous schemes, bald head, and grey suit, he’s a bumbling but determined villain you love to hate. Often accompanied by his sidekick, Mini-Me, capturing his signature style has been made easy with this four-piece evil mastermind costume. It comes with a high-collar jacket, matching pants, bald cap, and adjustable ring.
Mother Gothel, the villain from Disney’s Tangled, is a manipulative woman who kidnaps Rapunzel to exploit the magical healing powers of her hair. If you’ve never seen the movie, she poses as Rapunzel’s mother, keeping her locked away in a tower to maintain her youth and beauty. She is cunning, controlling, and obsessed with staying young. This Mother Gothel costume from Tangled is complete with a burgundy stretch velvet dress with gold-lined sleeves, a black and gold-accented collar, and a velvet belt with foil print.
True, you’d never want to run into Hannibal Lecter IRL, but dressing like the Silence of the Lambs character sure would be fun. The cannibalistic psychiatrist and serial killer was both captivating and terrifying in the movie. This costume includes his iconic mask and straight jacket. Eerie demeanor and savagery aren’t included.
He was toxic masculinity before the term was coined. There is really nothing lovable or charming about Gaston from Beauty and the Beast — though the fictional character might say otherwise. This Gaston costume is made from 100% polyester and polyurethane foam. The shirt has a hook-and-loop fastener in the back, with soft-sculpted padding in the chest and shoulders for a faux muscular look. The pants feature an elastic waistband so don’t worry about sizing too much, and the gloves have wide foam cuffs for added authenticity.
California Costumes Patrick Bateman from “American Psycho”
Want to dress like the troubled banking executive and transport yourself to the infamous axe scene from the film? This costume comes with a translucent raincoat with blood splatter already on it. It’s a one-size-fits-all number, and can fit up to a 44-inch chest and 38-inch waist, according to the product listing. (Just know that the axe isn’t included.)
Whether you’re Karate Kid old school and you loved that ’80s movie series or new school and you’ve caught the latest seasons of Cobra Kai on Netflix, dressing as a Cobra Kai sensei is a fun option. This set includes a black headband, sleeveless V-neck top with a detachable obi belt, Cobra Kai logos on the front and back, and matching pants with an elastic waistband.
Fun Costumes Macho Man Randy Savage Costume
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If you’re not familiar with the WWE universe, Macho Man Randy Savage was kind of a big deal in the 1980s and 1990s. The wrestling legend, known for his larger-than-life personality, flashy outfits, and signature “Oooh yeah!” catchphrase, is arguably one of the most recognizable personalities from WWE after Hulk Hogan. Dressing as him is pretty rad because it lets you channel his energetic, over-the-top style, making you the star of any costume party or event! This costume features vibrant colors, sequins, and Macho Man’s signature hat.
Do you hate Christmas? If you are the least festive person, consider doing Halloween as The Grinch. This Dr. Seuss villain who tried to ruin the holidays was as grumpy as they come. The anti-Christmas character is mischievous yet playful. Is this you? This faux fur jumpsuit costume is padded for a more plump look to truly capture the green monster we’ve grown to love.
Milk is not everyone’s villain. But this milk carton costume goes out to all the lactose-intolerant people out there who have been plagued by dairy. Don’t be fooled by its appearance: This one-piece milk costume is easy to put on and take off. It’s made from 100% polyester, so it resists wrinkles and shrinking. Want to go as a pair? Your partner can be a cookie, cow, or even soy milk.
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