This Halloween, why not dress up as one of the most classic spooky figures of all time: a vampire! It’s easy to be inspired when there are so many famous vampires to choose from, including Count Dracula and Edward Cullen — and the costumes are simple to assemble. In fact, we’d go as far as to say it’s one of the easiest last-minute Halloween costumes out there. No matter the vampire you choose as your inspiration, these DIY vampire costume options are sure to make you look vonderful.We’ve rounded up five ways to make your own perfectly spooky vampire Halloween costumes. See how we’ve reimagined vampire costumes for kids, adults, and even your pet. And if you need more Halloween inspiration, check out our favorite Halloween costumes of all time.
Women’s Vampire Costume

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When you’re in a pinch, think of the basics: cape, dress, fangs, and of course, fake blood. Once you’ve got those items, you’re on your way to DIY-ing a showstopping vampire costume. Fortunately, you can get everything quickly on Amazon or at your local party store.

WOMEN’S VAMPIRE COSTUME ESSENTIALS

Black and Red Cape
amazon.com
$14.96

Red Dress
Sarin Mathews amazon.com
$27.99

Vampire Fangs
COOLJOY amazon.com
$10.98

Fake Blood
Mehron amazon.com
$7.13

Vampire Makeup

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Your costume could also be as simple as reaching into your makeup bag. If that’s the case, check out our easy vampire makeup tutorial. For added style, throw on a cape and wear some black tulle.

VAMPIRE MAKEUP ESSENTIALS

Mehron Makeup CreamBlend Stick
amazon.com
$10.94

Modern Renaissance Eyeshadow Palette
Anastasia Beverly Hills ulta.com
$42.00

Tarte Matte Lip Paint
Tarte ulta.com
$20.00

Mehron Black Liquid Makeup
Mehron amazon.com
$7.42

Easy No-Sew Vampire Costume

Rad + The Rest

One way to achieve this look (without spending all day crafting) is with a convincing vampire-esque collar. Kari of Rad + The Rest created a step-by-step guide to copying her classic DIY vampire look, and all you’ll need is black felt, black ribbon, and scissors. Tie it all together with a black dress, white face powder, and some fangs.

VAMPIRE COLLAR ESSENTIALS

Darice, 9 by 12 inch, Adhesive Back Felties Felt Sheet, Black, 1 (9
Darice amazon.com
$3.85

Black Ribbon
amazon.com
$13.38

Scissors
amazon.com
$6.48

Black Dress
amazon.com
$24.99

Kids’ Vampire Costume

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More sweet than spooky, this kids’ vampire costume is too cute for words. A mini reversible cape and drawn-on fangs (or a mouthpiece) will have them pronouncing “w” as “v” in no time.

KIDS’ VAMPIRE COSTUME ESSENTIALS

Black and Red Cape
amazon.com
$22.99

White Vampire Fangs
amazon.com
$5.61

Mehron Makeup Stage Blood (1 Ounce) (Dark Venous)
Mehron amazon.com
$6.40

Makeup Kit
amazon.com
$13.53

Twilight Vampire Costume

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For guys who want to use basic items that are probably already in their closet, look no further than this Edward Cullen creation. Dark clothing and a shimmer powder make it easier than ever to copy Robert Pattinson’s vampiric style. And remember this costume won’t be complete without hair gel.

TWILIGHT VAMPIRE COSTUME ESSENTIALS

Gray Peacoat
amazon.com
$85.90

Shimmer Shadow & Highlighter
amazon.com
$15.00

Black Jeans
amazon.com
$31.39

Hair Gel
amazon.com
$18.80

Bat Pet Costume

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Bat Costume for Pets
Strangefly amazon.com
$11.99

In case your pets want to get in on the fun: Your dog or cat will look like they’re about to fly off when you dress them up as a bat.

Use This Vampire Makeup Tutorial for Halloween

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