Genie Costume
Costumepedia earns a commission if you buy through links on this page. It doesn’t change what you pay. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
Genies come from the jinn of Arabian folklore and the stories of One Thousand and One Nights. As costumes go, a genie is comfortable, colorful and easy to put together, and it’s one of the best looks for a bald head. Carry a lamp and people will start making wishes.
What Makes It Work
Start with loose harem pants gathered at the ankle. Jewel tones look best: teal, purple, red or gold.
On top, wear a short open vest, with or without a fitted shirt underneath. Tie a wide satin sash at the waist and add gold cuffs on both wrists. Big gold earrings or a chunky necklace adds shine.
The head is the signature. A high topknot or small ponytail on top is the classic genie look; a bald head with a ponytail clipped on works great. Or wrap the head in fabric with a jewel pinned at the front. Carry a gold oil lamp everywhere.
What People Get Wrong
Going too sheer or too skimpy and losing the folklore look. The other miss is skipping the lamp. Without it, people guess you’re a pirate or a belly dancer.
Buy It or Build It?
Genie costume sets run $20 to $45. If you’ve got loose pants and a vest, a gold lamp and cuffs cost under $20 together.
Where to Buy
| Retailer | What they carry | |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon | Costume kits, wigs and accessories | Shop on Amazon |
FAQ
How do I make a genie costume?
Loose harem pants, a short vest, a satin sash, gold cuffs and a topknot or headwrap. Carry an oil lamp.
What's a good genie couples costume?
A genie and a princess, or a genie and the person holding the lamp.
Do I need blue face paint for a genie?
No. Blue skin is from one specific movie. A classic genie looks great without it.
Is a genie a good costume for a bald man?
One of the best. Clip a small ponytail on top and you’ve got the classic look.
Next up: Garden Gnome Costume
See Also
Free: The Last-Minute Costume Cheat Sheet
Ten costumes you can make tonight, mostly from your own closet. One page, printable, plus a short email before each costume season. No spam.