How to Dress Up As a Devil

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Is there any costume more iconic than a devil? It’s a classic that can be friendly, sexy, or scary, depending on how you put it together. It’s also actually a pretty easy costume to create. To make it even easier, we’ve put together a list of ideas you can use to help craft your own devilish look.

1

Start with a red base.

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    Anything red will work. You could wear a red dress, a red t-shirt with red pants, a red tank top with red leggings, etc. If you're aiming for a sexy devil costume, choose red clothes that are tight-fitting. [1]
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2

Try all black for a sleeker alternative.

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    An all-black costume is less cliché. While the classic devil outfit is mostly red, rules are made to be broken! Go with a sleek black dress as a base, or wear black pants with a black shirt. Black sweaters, tank tops, leggings, and shorts all work too. [2]
3

Go with red or black boots or heels.

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    Use your footwear to accentuate your look. If you want a sexier look, go with a pair of high heels or knee-high boots. You can also choose flats, boots, or even tennis shoes if you want to be more comfortable. Choose a color that matches your outfit so you have a more cohesive look. [3]
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4

Put on a pair of devil horns.

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    Create that classic devil look. What devil costume would be complete without a pair of horns? Choose a simple pair attached to a headband and wear them on your head. [4]
    • You could also wear costume horns that stick to your forehead.
5

Add a tail as a final touch.

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    You can use a costume tail or make a simple one yourself. If you’ve got a classic costume devil tail, attach it to the back of your outfit. You can also make one yourself by tying a scarf around your waist so it hangs down behind you like a tail. [5]
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6

Carry a pitchfork as a prop.

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    Accessorize your look with a classic. When you think of a devil costume, you probably think of horns, a tail, and of course, a pitchfork. Hold the pitchfork as a useful prop that immediately identifies your outfit as a devil. [6]
7

Use red face paint to color your face.

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    This is optional, but it can take your look to the next level. Use a makeup sponge or brush and cover your face entirely. Make sure you focus on covering areas such as around your nose and your jawline. [7]
    • You could also add false eyelashes to make your look even more dramatic.
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8

Wear a devil mask

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    Some masks can make your costume look even scarier. If you don’t want to paint your face red, put on a devil mask! It’s a simple way to make your face look more devilish. [8]
9

Create gloves with fishnet stockings.

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    Add a devilish touch to your look. Pull out an old pair of fishnet stockings and cut off the ends with a pair of scissors. Pull your hands through the material so they’re attached to your arms to create a distressed devilish pair of gloves. [9]
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10

Throw on a black blazer or jacket as an extra touch.

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    Make yourself a more sophisticated devil if that’s your style. Put the blazer or jacket on over your base outfit to add a touch of refinement to your look. Additionally, if it’s cold out, a blazer or jacket can help keep you warm. [10]
11

Try a red wig.

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    Add an extra pop of color to your costume. Go with a bright red one to add a splash of color. You could also choose a black one if you want to add more mystery to your look. [11]
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