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The Crimson Count
Old-world aristocracy with a taste for the dramatic.
A high-collar cape, ivory fangs and a pallor that says you haven't seen daylight since 1897.
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DIY
Effort
Moderate
Good for
Adults
Where to buy this look
Parts
Abracadabra NYCCape · Hooded Vampire Cape👑 Premium Quality
$53Visit
Abracadabra NYCCape · Hooded Vampire Cape - Red👑 Premium Quality
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Abracadabra NYCBEST PICKFang & blood-capsule kit · Red Devil Fangs👑 Premium Quality
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Abracadabra NYCBEST PICKAntique goblet prop · Ghost Face Bling Goblet
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About this costume
There's a reason the vampire costume never goes out of style: it's the one Halloween costume idea that works at every party, every year, every decade since 1897. This classic horror costume for adults pairs an aristocratic cape with old-world fangs for a look that's equal parts elegant and unsettling - perfect if you want a Halloween costume that says "I read the room and chose drama."
DIY this look
Building the vampire costume yourself is mostly about the details, not the budget. Here's the easy Halloween costume tutorial for turning a plain black suit into full aristocrat-of-the-night energy.
- Start with any black or deep-red suit jacket and a high collar shirt - the cape does most of the heavy lifting from here.
- Slick your hair straight back with the pomade for that 1897-and-not-a-day-older look.
- Apply the pale complexion palette before the fangs so the contrast reads in photos.
- Snap in the fang kit last, and keep the goblet prop in hand for the entrance shot.
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