Thread: Need help with Haunted Mansion Costume!

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For the clothes, just light coats of paint. It doesn't have to even be fabric. Any spray can of light gray or white will work. Put it on in very light mistings of coats until you build up the coverage that you need.

For the hair, just a can of silver-colored hairspray. There will be plenty of it in stores before Halloween.

For exposed skin, work up different layers of gray, silver and white make-up. It doesn't have to be thick, just enough to lighten your skin. I'd experiment several times before the big day. Go for a textured look (daubing rather than stroking).

Of course, air-brush make-up would be great, but takes experience.

Great ideas! Thanks so much! I will definitely try out a few looks before we go to the party! Otherwise, it really could be a big disaster!!

Being someone who works with fabric A LOT I dont know if I would like the feel of wearing something painted around all day. I would try rubbing ashes or used up charcoal briquettes on a gray fabric for the high and low lights.

This is what I do for a pale white face. It looks more realistic and is very comfortable. It won't run in heat nor will it seperate in any creases of your face.

Go to the dollar store and pick up the palest shade of liquid foundation you can find. Apply that liberally and set with baby powder. For shadows on your cheek bones and under eyes use gray eye shadow, applying with an eyeshadow brush. Just make sure it's matte and not shimmer!

I found these costumes for purchase that I think is what you're looking for. They are spendy but maybe you could search online & find them somewhere else for cheaper.

Ghostly Gent Adult Costume in Couples Halloween Costumes
Ghostly Lady Adult Costume