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The Velvet Countess
Bloodline royalty, dressed for the last ball of the season.
Floor-length gown, lace choker and a crown that catches the candlelight just so.
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Costume from
$25
Effort
Moderate
Good for
Adults
Where to buy this look
Parts
Abracadabra NYCBEST PICKFull set · Vampiress Black and Red Dress Girl Child Costume - Medium (8-10)
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Abracadabra NYCFull set · Kid's Gothic Vampire Costume - X-Small (3-4)
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Abracadabra NYCBEST PICKLace choker set · 90’s Black Choker Kit
Abracadabra NYCLace choker set · Green Neon Studded Choker
$7Visit
Abracadabra NYCBEST PICKOpera gloves · Black Satin Child Opera Gloves
About this costume
If The Crimson Count has a queen, this is her. The Velvet Countess is a gothic Halloween costume idea for adults who want vampire glamour without leaning into gore - think elegant Halloween costume, candlelit ballroom energy, and a crown sharp enough to match the personality. A standout pick for anyone searching for a classy Halloween costume that photographs as well as it scares.
DIY this look
No sewing machine required - the Velvet Countess costume comes together with one gown and four sharp accessories.
- Find any floor-length dark velvet or satin gown as your base - thrifted formalwear works great.
- Layer the lace choker over a high neckline for instant gothic polish.
- Pull on the opera gloves and finish lips in the dark berry stain.
- Set the filigree crown last so it doesn't get knocked loose putting everything else on.
Not quite it?
Hex's nearest alternatives - same energy, different fright.