What's in the Box

Shirt with attached gothic damask vest front
Full-length cape with dramatic red stand-up collar
Jeweled medallion necklace with red gemstone

This Kids Vampire Costume transforms Book Week morning into a full-fanged Victorian vampire entrance — long black cape with that iconic upright red collar, gothic damask vest sewn right into the shirt, and a jeweled medallion at the throat. The silhouette screams classic Dracula without needing face paint or fake teeth to sell it.

The vest front features red-and-black scrollwork damask patterning (permanently attached, so no layering hassle), white flounced cuffs at the wrists, and a jagged hemline that mimics bat wings. Cape flows to ankle length with a structured red collar that stands upright on its own — no wrestling with wire or cardboard inserts. Pair with black pants and shoes (not included) and you're done.

Perfect For

Book Week & Literature Days: A natural pick for Dracula, Bunnicula, vampires from The Little Vampire series, or any gothic storybook villain parade.

Halloween & Spooky Celebrations: Classic vampire look for trick-or-treating, neighbourhood costume parties, or school Halloween discos — works indoors and out.

Themed Birthday Parties: Vampire-themed birthdays, monster movie nights, or any gothic dress-up party where your kid wants to look the aristocratic undead part.

How to Wear It

Pair with black pants (school trousers work fine) and black sneakers or dress shoes. Slick the hair back with gel for full Dracula effect, or leave it messy for a modern vampire vibe. Skip bright colours — let the red-and-black gothic palette do the talking.

Parent FAQs

Q: What size should I order?

This costume suits tween-age kids roughly 9–12 years. Check the size chart for chest and height measurements — the shirt runs true to size, and the cape is generously long. If your child is between sizes, size up for a dramatic floor-sweeping cape effect.

Q: Can they wear this over regular clothes, or is it a full outfit?

The shirt-and-vest piece goes on like a regular top (wear it over a singlet if it's cold). The cape ties or fastens at the neck. You'll need to supply black pants and shoes — the rest is ready to go.

Q: How do I wash this? Is the fabric durable?

Hand wash or gentle machine cycle in cold water, hang to dry. The polyester fabric and satin-look cape handle a few wears well — avoid the dryer to keep the damask print looking crisp.

Q: Is this suitable for Book Week?

Absolutely. Pairs with Dracula, Bunnicula, The Little Vampire, or any vampire-lit character your school's reading list includes. The gothic Victorian styling fits classic book vampires perfectly.

Care: Hand wash cold, hang dry. Avoid tumble dryer for best results.

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