Alice in Wonderland costumes come back every single Halloween, and honestly, I get why.
The story has so many characters to pick from. You’re not stuck with just one look. You can go classic and sweet, or weird and wild, depending on your mood that year.
I put together fifteen ideas here, covering the whole cast, not just Alice herself.
Some of these are simple enough to piece together from your closet.
Others are worth ordering online if you want that finished, put together look without the DIY stress.
1. Classic Alice in Wonderland Dress
This is the one everyone thinks of first. A powder blue dress, a white pinafore apron, black mary jane shoes, and a simple headband.
It’s timeless, it’s recognizable from across the room, and it’s honestly pretty comfortable to wear all night.
2. The Cheshire Cat
This one steals the show every time, and honestly, it might be my favorite on this whole list. Think purple and pink striped everything, a fuzzy zip up crop top, a matching pleated skirt, tall striped thigh high socks, and a set of cat ears with a soft tail to match. Add some whiskers drawn on with face paint and a big grin, since that’s the character’s whole thing.
3. The Mad Hatter
Mismatched patterns, a big top hat, and a bold bow tie make this costume instantly readable. Mix plaids and stripes on purpose here. The messier the pattern combo, the more it fits the character.
4. The White Rabbit
A waistcoat, a pocket watch, and a pair of fuzzy white rabbit ears turn this into an easy but recognizable costume. Add white gloves if you want to go all the way with it, since the rabbit is almost always shown fussing with his hands.
5. The Queen of Hearts
Bold red and black, a heart shaped crown, and a dramatic ruffled collar make this costume feel regal without much effort. This one photographs really well if you lean into a stern, commanding pose.
6. The King of Hearts
Less flashy than his queen, but still fun for a couples or family costume.
A simple crown, a red and black tunic, and a card themed sash are all you really need here.
7. The March Hare
Similar to the White Rabbit, but a little more chaotic looking on purpose. Longer floppy ears, a slightly disheveled outfit, and messier hair fit this character well, since he’s supposed to look a bit unhinged at tea time.
8. The Caterpillar
Blue and gold tones, a long flowing robe, and a hookah pipe prop make this an interesting choice if you want something less common. It’s a fun option for someone who wants to stand out from the usual Alice cast picks.
9. The Mock Turtle
This character doesn’t get picked often, which makes it a good option if you want something original. A green shell backpack piece, a soft sea green outfit, and a slightly sad expression capture the character well.
10. Tweedledee and Tweedledum
This is a great pick if you’re doing costumes with a sibling, partner, or friend. Matching striped outfits, small propeller beanies, and round collars make the duo instantly recognizable, especially standing side by side.
11. The White Queen
Soft, flowing, and almost ghost like, this costume leans into pale colors and a dreamy look. A white gown, silver accents, and softly messy hair give it that slightly otherworldly feel from the story.
12. The Red Queen
The opposite of her softer counterpart, this look goes bold with deep red, a heart shaped headpiece, and a dramatic oversized collar.
It works really well if you want a costume with a bit of an edge.
13. The Dormouse
A soft, sleepy looking costume with mouse ears, a cozy oversized sweater, and a small teapot prop.
This one is especially cute if your family or group includes a little one, since it’s comfortable and easy to move in.
14. The Playing Card Guard
A simple card shaped body piece over a black and white striped outfit makes this one surprisingly easy to DIY with cardboard and paint.
It’s also a good group costume idea if a few friends want to line up as a full deck.
15. Alice Through the Looking Glass
A slightly different take on the classic dress, this version uses a deep blue gown instead of the usual pale blue, based on the sequel film’s color palette. It’s a nice option if you want something familiar but not identical to everyone else’s Alice costume.
Fifteen characters, fifteen totally different vibes.
Whether you want something soft and classic like Alice herself, or something a little wilder like the Cheshire Cat, this story has a costume for pretty much every mood.
Save this post if you’re still deciding, and let me know which character you end up going with this year.
