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Elsa Costume Guide

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Dress like Elsa with a blue sequined dress and matching heels, fingerless satin gloves, and a blonde wig.

Elsa Cosplay: At a Glance

  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Estimated cost: $40–$80
  • Time required: 15–25 minutes
  • Main colors: Ice blue, silver and white
  • Best for: Frozen parties, winter fancy dress and matching sister costumes

Buy Elsa Outfit Items:

  1. Blue Cocktail Dress
  2. Light blue Heels
  3. Fingerless Satin Gloves
  4. Queen Elsa Crown
  5. Snowflake Necklace
  6. Blonde Wig

ABOUT ELSA:

Elsa is the elder sister of Princess Anna and heir to the throne of the kingdom of Ardendelle. However, she struggles to control her powerful magical abilities which have the potential to cause serious damage.

After losing control and accidentally plunging Arendelle into eternal winter, Elsa locks herself away in a faraway ice palace.

Anna, with the help of an ice harvester named Kristoss, his reindeer Sven, and a talking snowman named Olaf, set out on a journey to find Elsa and ultimately return her to her rightful home.

  • Difficulty: Easy
  • Estimated cost: $40–$80
  • Time required: 15–25 minutes
  • Main colors: Ice blue, silver and white
  • Best for: Frozen parties, winter fancy dress and matching sister costumes

How To Dress Like Elsa

1. DRESS – First, we chose a cute mini cocktail dress in a light, glittery blue. 

2. FOOTWEAR – Our footwear of choice is a pair of light blue stiletto heels.

3. GLOVES – Add a pair of fingerless satin gloves to your costume, just like the ones Elsa wears in Frozen.

4. TIARA – Dress like the queen you are with a stunning replica of Elsa’s crown. For the price, we were shocked by how good this crown actually looks and feels.

5. NECKLACE – This is an optional extra but it does add a touch of frosty elegance to our adult Elsa costume. 

6. WIG – No Elsa costume is complete without her beautiful blonde locks, tied loosely into a flowing plait. There are tons of great Elsa wig options available, just choose your favorite.

Elsa from Frozen costume guide.

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Frozen caused quite a stir when it was released back in 2013. Arguably Disney’s most popular new franchise of the modern age, Elsa is the Disney Princess the 21st-century needed.

This fun and sexy costume is guaranteed to thaw even the iciest of hearts and light a fire in the loins of anyone who gazes upon it.

Need more ideas? We have compiled some of the best and sexiest homemade Elsa costumes for your enjoyment!

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Elsa Costume: FAQ

What kind of dress do you need for an Elsa costume?

A light-blue dress with sequins, shimmer or sheer details is a good starting point. This guide uses a short cocktail dress for an adult party look. If you prefer Elsa’s flowing silhouette, choose a longer blue dress and add a lightweight sheer cape.

How do you recreate Elsa’s side braid?

Sweep blonde hair over one shoulder and make a loose three-strand braid, leaving a little volume at the crown. Gently loosen the braid for a fuller shape. A pre-braided Elsa wig is the quickest option if your own hair is too short.

Are gloves and a crown essential for Elsa?

Neither is essential for recognizing her blue ice-dress look. The gloves, crown and snowflake necklace in this guide are decorative additions. For a simpler costume, concentrate on the blue dress and blonde side braid, then choose whichever accessories you enjoy wearing.

Can you make an Elsa outfit from a dress you already own?

Yes. Start with a pale-blue party dress and add silver jewelry or a snowflake pendant. White or silver shoes can replace blue heels. A sheer scarf draped over your shoulders can suggest her cape without needing to sew an entirely new costume.

How can you keep an Elsa costume warm for Halloween?

Choose pale tights and a close-fitting long-sleeved layer beneath the dress, or wear a white wrap outdoors. Flat ankle boots can replace stilettos when it is cold. Keep the outer layers in white, silver or icy blue so they still suit the costume.

Who should dress up with Elsa for a Frozen-themed party?

Anna is the obvious choice for sisters or best friends. Olaf, Kristoff and Sven give a larger group different outfit options. For a broader Disney theme, combine Elsa with Aurora or Ariel instead.