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October 24, 2024

The Best Mardi Gras Costume Ideas & Shops

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If you are heading to Mardi Gras in New Orleans this year, or throwing a Mardi Gras party of your own, a Mardi Gras costume is a must! You can be over the top and still comfortable as you celebrate all day, for the weekend, or all the way up to Fat Tuesday!

This post will have Mardi Gras Costume Ideas plus a few shops that rent out costumes, so you can find the best Mardi Gras costumes to wear as you are having a great time all Mardi Gras season long!

The perfect Mardi Gras Costume Ideas for this Mardi Gras!

It’s carnival season! This list is all about the best Mardi Gras Costume Ideas to go all out and let the good time roll! Beyond Mardi Gras beads, these are some great outfit ideas to spend the day at the parades or under the glittering lights of New Orleans.

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When Is Mardi Gras This Year?

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Mardi Gras is always 47 days before Easter!

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We LOVE Mardi Gras, and have an entire section of the Blog dedicated to it!

Pace yourself! Drink water! Wear comfortable shoes! Eat some king cake! Check out our full guide to Mardi Gras in New Orleans to give you all the helpful tips and tricks so you make it to Ash Wednesday.

This post is about Mardi Gras Costumes, for those who want to go all out during carnival season! If you are looking for more casual clothes that fit the Mardi Gras vibe, check out our posts on Mardi Gras boutique outfits, or dressy and casual Mardi Gras outfits for women and plenty more in our Mardi Gras section!

If you are inspired by the items posted but they are not quite right, head over to our storefront of Mardi Gras Essentials to look through all types of ideas for Mardi Gras outfits for women, men and kids!


Why Do People Wear Mardi Gras Costumes?

Photo Credit – Julie Clements. Go check out her Etsy Page too!

Mardi Gras costumes have such a cool history!

It all started way back in the early Mardi Gras celebrations in New Orleans when people would wear these wild costumes to keep their identities secret while partying on Fat Tuesday. It was kind of a way to break society rules and mix with everyone, no matter who you were.

Fast forward to today, and folks are still rocking everything from jester costumes to Mardi Gras beads and masks to really get into the spirit of Mardi Gras. Whether you’re at a masquerade ball in the French Quarter or catching beads on Bourbon Street, the costume game is all about letting the good times roll!


Mardi Gras Costume vs. Mardi Gras Clothes

Photo Credits: Julie Clements

We think of Mardi Gras themed clothing as being different from actual Mardi Gras costumes. Mardi Gras outfits tend to just focus on the Mardi Gras colors and maybe some accessories like beads, but a full-on Mardi Gras costume is a whole other level!

We’re talking feather boas, venetian masks, and sometimes even body paint if you’re feeling extra. And these costumes aren’t just for New Orleans—think of all the Mardi Gras parties, themed events, and even Halloween costumes where you could totally embrace the Mardi Gras vibe.

Whether you go for a jester costume or throw on a feathered headpiece, you’re guaranteed a unique look.


Mardi Gras Costume Ideas You Can Buy

These are costumes you can buy online and build your look at home. For more elaborate costumes you may want to rent, see below for that section!

GENERAL CAVEAT – These costumes look great with stilletos, but unless you are going to Mardi Gras balls or another type of Mardi Gras or Halloween Party, these shoes aren’t the type of costume accessories we recommend if you are going to New Orleans. You are going to do a lot of walking, among a lot of people, in who knows what that is spilled on the street. Wear comfortable shoes!

Mini Mardi Gras with Gloves

Rasta Imposta Mardi Gras Queen
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Mardi Gras Bodysuit with Thigh Highs

Mardi Gras Babe Halloween Costume - Spicy Lingerie

Mardi Gras Jester

California Costumes Men's Deluxe Mardi Gras Jester
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Fringe Mardi Gras Outfit

Adult Mardi Gras Beauty Woman Costume | $27.99 | The Costume Land
The Costume Land

Mardi Gras King

Men's Mardi Gras King Costume | Oriental Trading
Oriental Trading

Beaded Mardi Gras

Suhine 4 Pcs Mardi Gras Costume Accessory Set for Women Sequin Tassel Skirt Mardi Gras Headband Girl New Year Carnival Outfit
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Mardi Gras Light Up Skirt

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Sexy Jester Mardi Gras Costume

Adult Mardi Gras Sweetie Costu JJ's Party House: Custom Party Favors, Napkins & Cups
JJ's Party House

Gothic Tailcoat in Mardi Gras Colors

BITSEACOCO Mens Gothic Medieval Tailcoat Jacket, Steampunk Vintage Victorian Frock High Collar Coat
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Light Up Headpiece

JEAIRTS Light Up Headband Led Crown Headbands Glow Rave Headpiece Flashing Costume Hair Accessories for Women
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King of Mardi Gras

Rubies Men's King Robe and Crown Set, One Size for Themed Parties and Halloween
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Mardi Gras Feather Shawl

QI@XIA Feather Shawl for Women Witch Halloween Mardi Gras Feather Cape Costumes Accessories
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Mardi Gras Masks

Blulu 24 Pieces Halloween Mardi Gras Masks Carnival Parade Faux Feather Face Masks Masquerade Party New Orleans Masks Fantasy for Halloween Costume Party Favors
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Mardi Gras Corset

Green Purple and Yellow Striped Satin Mardi Gras Costume Corset With P CorsetsNmore
Corsets N More

Mardi Gras Wings

Mardi Gras Feather Wings Zucker Feather Products, Inc.
Zucker

Mardi Gras Jester Hoodie

Mardi Gras Jester Hoodie Adult Costume - PureCostumes.com
Pure Costumes

Mardi Gras Parasol

Mardi Gras Feathered Parasol - Mardi Gras Creations
Mardi Gras Creations

Mardi Gras Shimmer

Mardi Gras Costume 2PC Set - -O/S (fits Women's Sz 2-6) Coastal Party Supply
Coastal Party Supply

Mardi Gras Sexy Jester

S2342, Carnival Cutie Costume By Starline
Funky Pair

Mardi Gras Wigs

Mildiso Mardi Gras Wig for Women Mardi Gras Outfit Accessories Cute Colorful Wig for Mardi Gras Costume M004MG
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Mardi Gras Tinsel Jacket

Smiffys Women's Mardi Gras Fringe Tinsel Jacket
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Mardi Gras Dress

California Costumes Womens Mardi Gras Parade Jester
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The Best Mardi Gras Costume Ideas & Accessories – Shop Version

You can also look to shops that may be local to you to check out their great selection of Mardi Gras Costumes.

Dallas Vintage Shop

A Guide to Mardi Gras Costumes for Metroplexians Dallas Vintage Clothing & Costume Shop
Dallas Vintage Shop

Mardi Gras Costume Shop

Mardi Gras Costume Shop | The Best Place to Rent a Costume
Mardi Gras Costume Shop

Charismatico

Mardi Gras Outfits - CHARISMATICO - Page 2
Charismatico


The Best Mardi Gras Costume Ideas & Shops

Honestly, no matter where you’re celebrating, you’ve got so many options when it comes to Mardi Gras costume ideas. You could totally rock a classic baby doll costume or go all out with a carnival costume complete with a tinsel wig and full-face mask. And if you’re hitting up a Mardi Gras ball or a fancy themed party, you could add some long wigs and a top hat to really be the center of attention. Whatever you choose, it’s all about having fun, embracing the festive spirit, and making sure the good times roll wherever you are!

Don’t forget to check out our Mardi Gras section with posts on Mardi Gras tips, lots of ideas for Mardi Gras outfits, and even posts on a Mardi Gras journal!

You can also find all of the listed items and more in our storefront, so check that out for some great ideas for Mardi Gras.

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Happy Mardi Gras, and Laissez les bon temps rouler!!

Slowestuff

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