Movies
Elaine from The Love Witch
Elaine is a character from the film The Love Witch, and is played by Samantha Robinson. The Love Witch follows Elaine, a witch who is trying to find a man to love her but makes her spells too strong and ends up killing them.
Elaine’s costume go perfectly with the campy 60s look of the film with lots of red and white lace pieces. She often wears simple red dresses, but when she goes to tea with her new friend, she wears a bright pink sun hat with faux pink flowers. She pairs this with a white dress that can be recreated with a white lace blouse and white flowy skirt with a gold necklace and her signature blue 60s eyeshadow.
The Oompa Loompa from Wonka (2023)
The Oompa Loompa is a character in the new movie-musical Wonka, and is played by Hugh Grant. The original story is from the 1964 novel Charlie and The Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl. This new story follows a younger Wonka before he becomes who we know today from the two film adaptations where he is played by Gene Wilder and then Johnny Depp. In this new whimsical film we follow his journey into becoming a chocolatier.
The Oompa Loompa in this film is based on the ones we know from other films. In this version we see him with his classic green hair and orange skin. He wears a purple suit and white shirt with gold buttons along with curved elf shoes with a purple pom pom on top of each.
The Editor from The Rat Catcher
The Editor is a character in the new short film by Wes Anderson: The Rat Catcher, and is played by Richard Ayoade. Wes Anderson has released a series of four short films on Netflix that are based on the stories of Roald Dahl. The Rat Catcher is about an English Village where an editor/reporter and a mechanic named Claud listen to a rat catcher as he outlines his plan to catch a rat.
The Editor wears a classic and simple outfit that includes brown tweed trousers, a deep brown belt, white button down shirt, a brown tie, and a pair of classic 50s-style glasses.
Helena Shaw from Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny
Helena Shaw is the female lead in the new 2023 film Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, and is played by Phoebe Waller Bridge. This film is a continuation of the original Indiana Jones films and is the fifth and final installment of the series. This one follows Indiana Jones, a daring archaeologist as he races to retrieve a dial that could change the course of history, alongside Helena Shaw.
Helena Shaw has a very fashionable wardrobe with lots of reds. One featured is a beautiful and classic silk red button down blouse with a tie front. Another is a very fun and stylish layered look that includes a red velvet jacket, a green button down shirt, and a brown striped scarf. Finally we get to see her in the iconic adventurer-style costume that is a white button down shirt and khaki linen pants.
Otto Anderson from A Man Called Otto
Otto Anderson is from new the film A Man Called Otto and is played by Tom Hanks. The film follows Otto, a grumpy widower who finds hope in life after meeting his match that moves in next door and they begin an unlikely friendship.
Otto wears an all-blue costume that features a warm blue windbreaker coat, a teal textured sweater, blue button shirt and gray pants. Make it the perfect costume by adding a cat stuffed-animal like his own.
Wendy Darling from Peter Pan and Wendy
Wendy Darling (Ever Anderson) is a character from the new Disney film, Peter Pan & Wendy. This film follows the classic story of Peter Pan about a young girl who meets Peter Pan, a boy who refuses to grow up. Wendy and her brothers travel to Neverland with Peter where she encounters the evil Captain Hook.
Wendy’s costume is one that is reminiscent of previous versions but also is a unique take on the costume. She wears a vintage style teal quilted robe with a pirate-inspired white pajamas. This can be recreated with a teal coat or sweater, a white blouse, and cropped pants. She also wears brown boots. Add a prop pirate sword to add to the look!
Indiana Jones from Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny
Indiana Jones in the new 2023 film Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny is played by Harrison Ford. This film is a continuation of the original Indiana Jones films and is the fifth and final installment of the series. This one follows Indiana Jones, a daring archaeologist as he races to retrieve a dial that could change the course of history, alongside the female lead of the film Helena Shaw.
Indiana Jones in this film dresses very close to the original costumes in the first films, with some slight changed to the color palette and some details. He wears his iconic brown hat, brown leather/suede jacket, a brown button down shirt, brown-gray pants, a prop whip, and a green and brown messenger bag. This would be the perfect costume for an older Indy!
Claud from The Rat Catcher
Claud is from the new short film by Wes Anderson: The Rat Catcher, and is played by Rupert Friend. Wes Anderson has released a series of four short films on Netflix that are based on the stories of Roald Dahl. The Rat Catcher is about an English Village where a reporter/editor and a mechanic named Claud listen to a rat catcher as he outlines his plan to catch a rat.
Claud wears a pair of blue mechanic-style overalls, a white button down shirt, white tie, yellow socks, and blue Adidas sneakers. Add a name tag patch and pens to the front pocket to complete the costume.
Jamie Hughes from Totally Killer
In Totally Killer, Jamie Hughes (Kiernan Shipka) is a rebellious teenage girl whose mother was murdered by a serial killer 35 years ago. As she’s chased by the same killer, she ends up hiding in her best friend’s science fair project, which happens to be a working time machine. She’s transported back to the year 1987. This is when Jamie realizes she has the opportunity to team up with the 16-year-old version of her mother to unmask the killer and change the course of history.
Mike Schmidt from Five Nights at Freddy’s (2023)
Mike Schmidt (played by Josh Hutcherson) is the protagonist of the horror film Five Nights at Freddy’s, based on the same-named video game. Mike is set up with a job as a security guard at Freddy Fazbear’s Pizza by his career counselor. Mike has messy hair and perpetual stubble. His “uniform” consists primarily of a black vest that says “SECURITY” on the left side. To make your costume, start with jeans and a grey thermal. You can opt for a navy zip-up or a crewneck sweater, depending on which part of the movie you want to emulate. Finish the look with either a green jacket or a black vest with a “SECURITY” decal added to make it look official, and a handy flashlight.