The idea of dressing up in costume is synonymous with Halloween. And while some Halloween costume trends change year after year, other classic styles remain timeless—like dressing up as a witch. Trying to figure out how to put your own spin on the style? You’ve come to the right cauldron! Here are 31 DIY witch costumes that will have you spellbound!
It’s always helpful when starting from scratch to have inspiration readily available for the style you’re hoping to recreate or completely make your own. Looking to copy a witch from pop culture? Movies and TV shows like Hocus Pocus, The Wizard of Oz, WandaVision, Game of Thrones, Harry Potter, the Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, Halloweentown, etc., have plenty of witchpiration.
Otherwise, if you’re more interested in pulling together a witch wardrobe without too much toil and trouble, start with the basics of grabbing a broom, pointy hat, and black dress. Embrace the eerie ensemble even more with fingernails shaped into sharp points, mystical makeup, spunky striped socks, a crystal ball or wand accessory, and/or a mysterious cape to top off the costume.
You can summon vintage vibes, incorporate surprising pops of color, wear a woodsy look, or even go classic Hollywood. You can emulate a Sanderson sister, a Marvel mystic or choose between the infamous “Good Witch” and “Wicked Witch”—the possibilities are endless!
So, which witch style to choose? That’s up to you! Abracadabra—enjoy copying these 31 costumes from your own closet!
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31 DIY Witch Costumes
1. The Wizard of Oz Duo
@trashleymartin
As @trashleymartin shows, all you need to do is grab a friend to recreate this festive “Good Witch” and “Wicked Witch” pairing.
2. Sarah Sanderson Style
@mjgalloway1001 costume #2 🧙🏼♀️Sarah sanderson 🖤
♬ reborn as a witch – artchivism
For a witch look with a pop of color, look no further than this idea from @mjgalloway1001, inspired by Hocus Pocus!
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3. Recreating the Scarlet Witch
@novembercosplay
Bring Westview to your own town, just like @novembercosplay (and Wes Young Photography) did with this brilliant WandaVision costume.
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4. Sabrina Spellman Mode
@pajamasami
As @pajamasami (photo by @candidjohnkim) shows, you can have a chilling adventure this Halloween by dressing up as this infamous teenage witch.
5. Cobweb Creations
@itsacharminglife
Add some creepy-crawly to your witch costume by incorporating spider web details, like @itsacharminglife’s look!
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6. Flashy Witch Fashion
@michelle.diltz
Magic wands aren’t the only things that sparkle, as @michelle.diltz shows with these extra-glittery witch frocks!
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7. Crystal Clear Costume
@mstanya88
Just one detail makes all the difference, as @mstanya88 proves with her crystal ball accessory!
8. Coven Cohesion
@tatteredpixie
Gather your group together to hang and haunt this Halloween, like this inspiration from @tatteredpixie (photo by @coastlesscollective).
9. Glinda Glam
@yung.planet
Thanks to @yung.planet, it’s obvious to see what a difference magical makeup makes on Halloween.
10. Black Magic Moment
@juliaangelina_
The all-black, lace look from @juliaangelina_ gives her witch costume a romantic, gothic feel.
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11. Harry Potter Possibilities
@chanelvanreenen
Take a page out of the Beauxbatons Academy rule book by recreating their witch uniforms, just like this inspiration from @chanelvanreenen.
12. Adorable Additions
@sophiekaetzchen
Putting the craft in witchcraft, @sophiekaetzchen shows how a carved pumpkin pairs nicely with the more traditional accessories of a broomstick and hat.
13. Pink Your Poison
Put a twist on your witch style, like how @theweekenderfashion incorporated light pastels and flowers!
14. Vintage Vibes
@spooktacularstyle
Showcasing this creative look, @spooktacularstyle has us transported in time!
15. Potion-Making Maven
@taylor_toro
Double, double toil and trouble, look at @taylor_toro’s caldron bubble! This classy, preppy spin on a traditional witch look is #fallaestheticgoals.
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16. Family Affair
@melafidel
This edgy inspo from @melafidel proves that every member of the witch pack can bring their own pizazz.
17. Woodsy Witch
@opheia_art
Everything from the tattered fabric to the vibrant hair makes @opheia_art’s look hauntingly perfect.
18. Old-Hollywood Glam
@missrachelkathleen
This classic look from @missrachelkathleen gives us major Dusty Anderson vibes!
19. Agatha Harkness
@hobbitparty
This powerful witch, portrayed by @hobbitparty (photo by @shelbyeisaac), not only lives but also provides costume inspiration that lasts for centuries.
20. Black Cat Addition
With these gorgeous green accents (not to mention the boo-tiful black cat addition!), @whimsywithashleigh is giving us plenty of DIY witch costume ideas!
21. Marnie Piper Power
@101cosplaystosee
@101cosplaystosee shows how to save Halloweentown and recreate the perfect character costume all at once!
22. Punk Rock Witches
@shanjohnson85
From bold boots to textured tulle, this absolutely adorable style from @shanjohnson85 has us totally charmed.
23. Spring Witch
@linnybinz
As @linnybinz shows, it may be autumn, but spring style makes for an extra-cheery, colorful witch costume!
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24. Fierce Fashion
@erikaalamode
This fierce style from @erikaalamode goes to show that a mix of grunge and glam can turn any witch into a total rockstar!
25. Eye-Catching Ensemble
@chanelvanreenen
Spooky, or spunky? This witch costume idea from @chanelvanreenen shows a ton of personality!
26. The Red Witch
Taking inspiration from Game of Thrones‘ Melisandre, @skeleton.key.cosplay (photo by @michael_and_arts) impressively brought to life the character’s common phrase: “The night is dark and full of terrors.”
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No time for DIY? Here are the best witch costumes to buy
27. “Spellbinding Witch”
Amazon
Traditional, yet playful—this witch costume is perfect for your night out!
28. “Gothic Witch”
Amazon
This edgy witch style is simply spellbinding!
29. Medieval Wiccan/Witch
Amazon
Channel the power of the moon and the stars with this medieval witch costume.
30. Morticia Addams Vibes
Amazon
Go for a spooky, yet slick look on Halloween with this long dress.
31. Glinda—The Good Witch
Amazon
Enjoy emulating the optimism and charm of this good witch—after all, as Glinda says in The Wizard of Oz, “You are capable of more than you know.”
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