It’s Halloween!

So this years let’s rank which of the main Hunchback movies has the “scariest” movie poster. None of these are actually scary or even remotely spooky but some skews more towards a “scary look.” Scary looking can mean a lot different things like grotesque, dread, moodiness, use of dark colors and shadows, or having a sense of mystery. Heck even that “monster movie” look would work towards looking scary.

Posters were based on which one IMDB uses because some of these versions have a few posters. This also meant to be fun and the ranking isn’t about how good the poster is.

#8. The Disney Version

Disney's The Hunchback of Notre Dame Movie Poster
Disney’s The Hunchback of Notre Dame Movie Poster

This bright and very cheerful poster depicts all the characters and their personality. Nothing scary about this one. Frollo does look ominous but more like he ready to make a high stake deal rather than what he actually does in the movie.

#7. Quasimodo d’el Paris (1999)

Quasimodo d'el Paris Movie Poster
Quasimodo d’el Paris Movie Poster

Defiantly a poster for a comedy movie. It does have a bit of mystery with Quasimodo facing away but that does add much to the “scary gothic factor.”

#6. The 1977 Version

1977 Hunchback of Notre Dame Poster
1977 Hunchback of Notre Dame Poster

A little odd that Esmeralda is cast in shadows and Quasimodo’s face is highlighted. While the muted tones help, this poster is for a drama.

#5. The Hunchback (1997)

1997 Hunchback of Notre Dame Poster
1997 Hunchback of Notre Dame Poster

Nice moody colors but otherwise not scary. At least Quasimodo is not super illuminated even though he is a focal point even though his pose doesn’t add any scariness.

#4. The 1982 Version

1982 Hunchback of Notre Dame Poster
1982 Hunchback of Notre Dame Poster

This defiantly has a moodiness. It MIGHT have ranked a little higher if Quasimodo had been in shadows.

#3. The 1923 Version

1923 Hunchback of Notre Dame Poster picture image
1923 Hunchback of Notre Dame Poster

Notice how Quasimodo is in shadows which adds a mystique? Again it doesn’t really read “scary” or monster movie but there is a nice tension with Esmeralda being unaware of the on-lookers behind her.

#2. The 1956 Version

1956 Hunchback of Notre Dame Movie Poster
1956 Hunchback of Notre Dame Movie Poster

Finally a “monster movie” vibe. Quasimodo and Esmeralda’s pose is quintessential 1950’s monster movie poster. Though the vibe is soften with the other aspects of the poster but it very much trying to invoke “monster movie.”

#1. The 1939 Version

1939 Hunchback of Notre Dame Movie Poster
1939 Hunchback of Notre Dame Movie Poster

Quasimodo draped in shadows looming over Esmeralda is the “scariest” these posters get. It’s at least gives Quasimodo a menacing mystique to draw an audience into the movie. It has that 1930s era monster vibe similar to the King Kong’s poster.

Happy Halloween

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While Disney Esmeralda is a gold standard for a compelling Halloween costume, Disney’s Hunchback of Notre Dame does offer some more unexpected costume ideas. They range in complexity from items that may already be in your closet to more elaborate designs.

These are in no order but the last one might be the most scary one of all……

1. Djali

Djali Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
Djali, Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame

Djali is the best (a Literal GOAT.) One could get a goat costume and add the gold hoop earring or you could do a cute Disneybounding type look with a cute gray outfit, goat ears and the earring, sort like the SNL A Girl’s Halloween skit.

You could also so the same with Achilles and copy his bridle but less people might get it unless you were with a Phoebus

2 & 3. The Guards

Brute and Oaf Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
Brute and Oaf Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame

Often called the Brutish and Oafish Guard these two a very mean and hostile in the movie. Basically a medieval knight costume and one has a bushy mustache. Could be very fun as a duo.

Bonus points if you do a Patrick Star impression, if you know than you know.

4. The Old Heretic

The Old Heretic Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
The Old Heretic Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame

The Old Heretic is a running gag throughout the movie. It’s a fairly easy costume with tattered clothing and a white bread.

Bonus points to those who include some kind of prison prop to the costume like a cage or a pillory.

5. Fire Vision Esmeralda

Esmeralda as a fire demon dancing Hellfire Disney Hunchback of Notre Damee picture image
Esmeralda as a fire demon dancing Hellfire Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame

This is a really cool variation of Esmeralda. In Hellfire, Frollo sees visions of her dancing in the flames. One could do this costume in a few ways like one her costumes but in lightweight fabrics to suggests flames. I love this idea so much.

6. Creepy Hellfire Judge

Frollo singing Hellfire Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
Frollo singing Hellfire Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame

This would be so wonderfully creepy, especially as a group of them with someone dressed up as Frollo. Really this one is pretty simple, it’s dark red hooded cloak with a blacked out face mask. I also love this idea

7. Creepy Statue

Frollo and Notre Dame Bells Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
Frollo stares at Notre Dame during the Bells of Notre Dame FDisney Hunchback of Notre Dame

The way the statues stare down at Frollo in damning judgment is very chilling indeed. This idea is more conceptual than actually a recognizable part of the movie but you may have fun as a creepy judgment statue.

8. Nightmarish Gargoyle

Another one of Frollo’s hallucination as costume idea. Basically this idea is the hellish, nightmare gargoyle that casts Frollo into a figurative hell. This gargoyle is a nice contrast from the comedy trio.

9. The Torturer

Frollo with Phoebus Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame

A bit character to be sure but this guy is scary as he loves what he does. The costume is simple and similar to guards but with a black hood, a whip, spike gauntlets, plus a mustache. Doesn’t have a lot of screen time but he makes an impression as he adds to Frollo’s sick sense of humor.

Worst case scenario everyone thinks you’re a torturer and can’t place your costume from the movie but that can be you’re own little secret.

10. The Church Lady

Frollo's Female Doppelganger singing a line in God Help the Outcast Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
A Noble Lady, God Help the Outcast Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame

This could be a harder costume to make but it could be an interesting costume. She does bare a slight resemblance to Frollo too.

11. Madeline

Madeline Tight Rope Walking Hunchback of Notre Dame Sequel II 2 picture Image Disney
Madeline, Hunchback of Notre Dame II Disney

Nothing is scarier than a Straight-to-Video Disney sequel, so why not lean in to it and dress up a Madeline. It’s not too hard of a costume as it consists of a light-green skirt and bodice with white sleeves and a short blonde wig. I’m terrified just thinking about the Hunchback II.

Would you dress up as any of these for a costume party?


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As it’s the spooky season and I already did a Fleur de Lys Costume post last year, I thought why not do an Esmeralda from Notre Dame de Paris Costume post?


Esmeralda wears two costumes in Notre Dame de Paris; her green act one costume and her white prisoner costume in act two. If you WANT to get super technical there are two other “costumes” she wears. One is a weird lab coat-looking costume as seen in the original 1998 Paris production and a red rose costume worn in London and Russian promotional pictures.

Helene Segara as Esmeralda Notre Dame de Paris design by Fred Sathal


This post is just going to focus on the green dress. There are a few takes on the this costume and for even more info you can read this article. Very simply there is the swirl-like velvet version and then the takes on that version which use some form of pattern, mainly tonal florals. Then there is the Italian version which uses patchwork lace. And lastly there the 2016 redesign.

The green color can appear more like golden-olive green but darker tones can be used like in Korean version. 

However there are a few design elements that remain consistence. Her dress is is an A-line silhouette with a v-neck with 3/4 bell-sleeves, and is roughly floor length with a high slit up the leg. There can be sparkly details like metallic thread or sequins. Italian version however doesn’t have an sparkly embellishments. 

These picks are more based on over-all vibes rather than getting an exact matching dress which would need to be sewn. Also not including the redesign version as it a very unique dress.

Dress options for Original Velvet Paris Version

Esmeralda Helene Segara Bohemienne Notre Dame de Paris picture image


Option #1: MEROKEETY Women’s V Neck Wrap Velvet Maxi Dress Bell Sleeve 


Option #2: WaterDress Women’s Velvet Prom Dress with Sleeves Slit V Neck


Option #3: Ever-Pretty Women’s Retro Evening Gown A Line V-Neck Wrap Velvet Long Formal Dress


Option #4: BerryGo Women’s Velvet V Neck Wrap Semi Formal Dress Cocktail Party Maxi Dress


Option #5: Adrianna Papell Women’s Burnout Velvet Gown


Dress Options for Pattern Versions

Sandrine as Esmeralda

This version was harder than I thought it would be


Option #1: Simplee Women’s Boho Floral Maxi Dress


Option #2: Simplee Women’s Velvet Maxi Dress V Neck Short Sleeve Empire Waist Semi Formal Long Cocktail Dress


Option #3: Amegoya Women’s Velvet Short Sleeve V Neck Formal Maxi Dress


Option #4: BTFBM Women’s Boho Cocktail Maxi Dress


Option #5: Sparkly Sequin Mermaid Prom Dresses for Women with Slit Long Sleeve Evening Party Gown


Dress Options for Lace Version 

Lola Ponce as Esmeralda Notre Dame de Paris picture image
Lola Ponce as Esmeralda


Option #1: REPHYLLIS Women’s V Neck Lace Vintage Formal Bridesmaid Wedding Long Dress


Option #2: VFSHOW Womens Off Shoulder Bell Sleeve Formal Evening Wedding Party Maxi Dress


Option #3: Prom Dresses with Slit Pocket V Neck Lace Long Ball Gown 3/4 Sleeves Satin Formal Party Gown


Option #4: Miao Duo Women’s Floral Lace Appliques 3/4 Sleeve Mother of The Bride Dresses Long V Neck Formal Dress


Option #5: 3/4 Sleeve Mother of The Bride Dresses for Wedding A Line V Neck Long Chiffon Lace Sequin Formal Evening Dress


Wig Options

Bada as Esmeralda Korean version Notre Dame de Paris picture image
Bada as Esmeralda Korean version Notre Dame de Paris


Notre Dame de Paris
Esmeralda has darker hair compared to Fleur de Lys. Most of the time it’s the performer’s natural hair but wigs are used. The Wigs are dark brown, black or even reddish tones. Her hair is traditionally long with some form of wave to it. If you hair is already long and a darker shade, you’re good but if not you don’t need a wig if you don’t want to wear one. 

Fun Fact: There has been at least one Esmeralda who has rocked short hair, Melanie Renaud.


Wig Option #1: Esmee Long Wavy Black Wigs for Women Natuaral Synthetic Hair Heat Resistant Brunette Wig


Wig Option #2: WIGNEE Long Red Wig Middle Part Dark Red Wig 26 Inches Long Wavy Wig


Wig Option #3: Black Wigs for Women Long Wavy Middle Part Full Wigs Halloween Cosplay Synthetic Wig

May your Halloween be fill of Costumes and Candy. Have Fun!

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Esmeralda Disney Hunchback of Notre dame picture image
Esmeralda, The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Disney)

As it’s the Spooky Halloween season and since I’ve done a DIY buying guide for Disney Esmeralda’s costume that she wears throughout the movie and her red performance dress, I thought why not do her prisoner costume that she wears at the climatic end of the movie. 

This costume is very simple as it’s just white short sleeves dress with a brown rope belt. However like most things in life the devil is in the details. For instance you can add tears and burn marks to make it all your own.

Phoebus and Esmeralda Happy Ending Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
Phoebus and Esmeralda, The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Disney)

Her costume is a white dress that is super simple, undecorated with short sleeve. No frills & very minimal. You could already have something like it in your own closet but if you don’t;

Dress option #1: FANDEE Maxi Dress for Women Short Sleeve Summer Dress

Dress option #2: Made By Johnny Women Short Sleeve Loose Plain Casual Long Maxi Dress

Dress option #3: GRECERELLE Women’s Casual Loose Pocket Long Dress Short Sleeve Split Maxi Dress

Dress option #4: STYLEWORD Women’s 2024 Summer Maxi Cold Shoulder Sundress Long Dress

Dress option #5: VIISHOW Women’s Short Sleeve Loose Plain Maxi Dresses Casual Long Dress

Esmeralda, Quasimodo and Phoebus Disney Hunchback of Notre dame picture image
Esmeralda, Quasimodo and Phoebus, The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Disney)


For the belt you want rope belt in brown.

Belt option #1: Simple Cotton long Waist Rope Tie Belt

Belt option #2: TIESOME Women’s Tassel Braided Waist Belt

Belt option #3: L’VOW Long Rope Ring Knotted Belt for Women

Of course you just get some brown craft rope or cording and simply tie it around your waist. 

Esmeralda Disney Hunchback of Notre dame picture image
Esmeralda, The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Disney)

And don’t forget a wig. Her hair is down in this costume so you don’t need the pink scarf. 

Wig option #126 Inches Black Lace Front Wig Natural Long Wavy Synthetic Hair Wig for Cosplay Party Halloween (black)

Wig option #2: Onedor Long Hair Curly Wavy Full Head Halloween Wigs Cosplay Costume Party Hairpiece (1#-Black)

Wig option #3: 13×4 Lace Front Wigs Black Lace Frontal Wig Natural Wave Pre Plucked Tiny Knots 26 Inch Pre-layered Long Wavy Synthetic Lace Wig

Wig option #4: MapofBeauty 28 Inch/70 cm Long Wavy Middle Part with No Bangs Synthetic Fiber Curly Fashion Women Party Cosplay Wig (Black)

Esmeralda Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
Esmeralda, The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Disney)

Esmeralda white dress does have tears in it. Mostly around the neck, the hem, and at the shoulder and knee. However I think you can be creative as your wish with the amount you add and how much distressing you do to the dress. There are loads of distressing tutorials online and youtube.


If you opt to do burn marks be safe! Materials like cotton can burn and leave marks but synthetic fibers (i.e. polyester) will just melt. I recommend just going for the look of burns rather than actually putting a flame to it. Don’t be like Frollo; Fire isn’t the solution and can lead to serious injury. Do not risk your health and wellness for a costume.  

For some non-fire option, Lumber Crayons are a good one option though it won’t come out. Or you could try black eye shadow  or a special effect make-up palette.

Djali, Esmeralda, and Phoebus Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
Djali, Esmeralda, and Phoebus, The Hunchback of Notre Dame (Disney)

Since this dress isn’t as iconic as Esmeralda’s other costumes, you can be a little more creative in whatever details you choose to add so have fun with it but try to avoid flames.

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So you want to fit in with all the Barbie costumes this Halloween but still want to have a costume related to Hunchback?

That is a very unique and super niche problem. To be a fair a pink Esmeralda look COULD work very well. There is also the fact that Esmeralda, Phoebus and Quasimodo were all given the doll treatment.

But which character from a version of Hunchback of Notre Dame has that stereotypical Barbie look? Who is blonde and wears pink? The Answer is….

Julie Zenatti as Fleur de Lys Notre Dame de Paris
Julie Zenatti as Fleur de Lys Notre Dame de Paris

Notre Dame de Paris’ Fleur de Lys . Fleur de Lys’ costume in this version is relatively simple, especially the design from 1998-2015. It’s consists of a pink sleeveless dress with darker pink dye marks and some sparse crystal details. The length is a dealer’s choice as you can make it mid-calf to floor length. Also low-high (or high-low) hemlines are fine as they are used in some productions. Though if you want, you can go shorter. If you already have a sleeveless pink dress, or gown, in your closet go for that one but if you don’t have a pink dress on-hand here are some options.

Try to avoid dresses with boho styles as that doesn’t fit Fleur de Lys. Think classic or even glam looks.

Pink Dress Options

Lilly-Jane Young as Fleur de Lys 2012 Asian Tour Cast Notre Dame de Paris picture image
Lilly-Jane Young as Fleur de Lys 2012 Asian Tour Cast Notre Dame de Paris

Pink Dress option #1: LILLUSORY Womens Summer Casual Slip Dresses Spaghetti Strap Bodycon Maxi Dress

Pink Dress option #2: Yexinbridal Spaghetti Straps Prom Dress Long Satin Beaded V-Neck Formal Evening Party Ball Gowns with Pockets

Pink Dress option #3: Litherday Silk Nightgown for Women Long Satin Slip Dress Nightdress Silky Chemise Nightie Soft V Neck Nightwear

On to Shoes

Julie Zenatti as Fleur-de-Lys with Patrick Fiori as Phoebus, Notre Dame de Paris picture image
Julie Zenatti as Fleur-de-Lys with Patrick Fiori as Phoebus, Notre Dame de Paris

For shoes any type of heel can work so long as it’s pink. This is a “Think Pink” costume. To be honest as long as the shoe is pink go for it. Maybe not a sneakers though.

Pink Heel option #1: DREAM PAIRS Women’s Chunk Low Heel Pump Sandals

Pink Heel option #2: J. Adams Dove Ankle Strap Womens Heels, Stiletto Heels

Pink Heel option #3: DREAM PAIRS Women’s Kitten Heel Slingback Pointed Closed Toe Low Stiletto Heels Dress Bridal Elegant Wedding Pumps Shoes

The Hair

Anne Meson as Fleur de Lys in the Las Vegas Cast Notre Dame de Paris picture image
Anne Meson as Fleur de Lys in the Las Vegas Cast Notre Dame de Paris

In Notre Dame de Paris, Fleur de Lys is typically blonde, the foil to Esmeralda. Some productions however opted to have Fleur de Lys use their natural hair colors. In those productions the Fleur de Lys straighten their locks and the Esmeralda has wavy hair. So if you don’t not want to wear a wig or dye your hair at least straighten it. You can also add flowers or crystal into your hairstyle.

Blonde Wig option #1: Short Blonde Wig with Bangs Wavy Bob Wig with Bangs for Women Loose Wavy Shoulder Length Honey Blonde 

Blonde Wig option #2: ENTRANCED STYLES Blonde wig with Bangs, Long Straight Wigs

Blonde Wig option #3: Long Blonde Wavy Synthetic Lace Front Wig Middle Part Lace Wigs Synthetic Hair Wig 

Details

If you’re feeling bold you can add abstract dark pink paint detail with fabric paint and add crystals. Also in the original production Fleur de Lys wore a crystal bracelet. It’s very delicate looking and not made from beads.

If you would rather just go more book-accurate Fleur de Lys costume you can, just make it 15th century style princess and try to get a hennin headpiece.

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It’s The Spooky Season.

Disney’s Esmeralda’s costume is a great Halloween costume idea. This is because it is super recognizable and made up for easy to get pieces, some of which you may already have in your closet.

But Disney’s Esmeralda has another costume, well technically she has three but no one going to wear her white prisoner costume plus who would recognize that one? I’m talking about her Red Festival of Fool look. Which also highly memorable.

Disney Esmeralda Hunchback of Notre Dame Dance picture image
Esmeralda’s Dance Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame

This one is a little hard to DIY. You might be to be a little more crafty with either sewing and/or with a hot glue gun. Never doubt a hot gun glue, they are great in a pinch. But let’s see what one can buy readily for this costume.

What you’ll need for this Costume:

Since you’re going to need Sheer purple fabric for the flutter sleeves and gold trim, let’s start with those.

The Sleeves

Between you and me, the purple of the sleeves is more of a magenta and you can just use a scarf instead of getting fabric. Also this means you can have a finished edge if you use the hem. Also note if you’re going for it Esmeralda’s sleeves have slit up the center.

Flutter Sleeve option #1: Alivila.Y Fashion Womens Chiffon Scarf Wrap Hijab Bridal Wedding Scarves Shawl for Bridesmaid

Now for the Trim

Esmeralda’s trim in the movie is flat but you can go in other directions since there are a lot of gold trim option out there (pun always intended). So one option is more screen accurate and the other is a little more fun.

Gold Trim option #1: VATIN New Gold Double Faced Polyester Satin Ribbon with 1/4″ Width, Continuous 50 Yards Craft Fabric Ribbon for Wedding, Gift Wrapping, Flower Bouquets, Sewing, Bows, Crafts and More Projects

Gold Trim option #2: 3 Yards Resin Rhinestone Bling Ribbons Self Adhesive Diamond Crystal Ribbon Roll Glitter Resin Diamond Belt Ribbon for DIY Art Crafts (Gold Base with Yellow,0.4 Inch)

Can’t help it, I align with Tamatoa’s aesthetic.

Now for Dress options

This one is a good base. It is shorter than the film but just add sheer purple fabric and gold trim and you’re nearly there.

Red Dress option #1: Off Shoulder Satin Homecoming Dress with Pockets A Line Sweetheart Sleeveless Short Prom Dress CA42

This one will need a skirt but the neckline is a good start. Much like the first option sheer purple fabric and gold trim are need.

Red Dress option #2: Mizoci Women’s Summer Sexy Bodycon Tube Top Off Shoulder Party Club Midi Dress

This gown has off-the-shoulder arrangement so it could work

Red Dress option #3: Infinity Dress with Bandeau, Convertible Bridesmaid Dress, Long, Plus Size, Multi-Way Dress, Twist Wrap Dress

Red Dress option #4: Women Sexy Off Shoulder Elegant V Neck Short Sleeve Wrap Formal Evening Gowns High Split Mermaid Party Cocktail Dress

Another method is getting a body suit skirt combo. This because the costume is super fitted in the bodice so a body suit makes sense.

Red Dress option #5: YMDUCH Women’s Sexy Strapless Bodysuit One Piece Triangle Off Shoulder Leotard

Red Dress option #6: MANGOPOP Off The Shoulder Long Sleeve Short Sleeve Bodysuit for Women

Skirt Options

For the skirt go for a dancing skirt for maximum twirling opportunities. Having a skirt with movement is your friend here

Red Skirt option #1: Danzcue Womens Long Full Circle Dance Skirt

Red Skirt option #2: Wuchieal Women’s lyrical dance skirt professional belly dance costume, bellydance costumes, belly dancer outfit skirt

Red Skirt option #3: Sinono Womens Chiffon Retro Maxi Skirt Vintage Ankle-Length Skirts

Red Skirt option #4: Danzcue Womens Long Full Circle Dance Skirt

The Sheer Hip Scarf

Wrapped around her hips, Esmeralda wears a long sheer purple. If you’re feeling enterprising you can make one, basically just make a long rectangle. If you feeling less enterprising get a sarong.

Sheer Purple Hip Scarf option #1: Ekouaer Women’s Short Sarongs Chiffon Cover Ups Sheer Bikini Wraps for Swimwear S-3XL

Though it’s not a hip scarf it should be long enough at 70inch.

Sheer Purple Hip Scarf option #2: MissShorthair Womens Solid Color Scarfs Long Lightweight Scarf for Women Large Sheer Wrap Shawl

Now I know this is a curtain but if it’s good enough for Maria (The Sound of Music) and Giselle (Enchanted), it’s good enough for me!

Sheer Purple Hip Scarf option #3: Premium Quality Sheer Voile Scarf Valance for Home & Event Designs (54″ X 216″, Purple)

2nd option for this is if your feeling like going an extra mile you could paint stars, moon and suns on it and create the scarf she leaves with Frollo.

Purple Scarf option: Stunning Handmade Chiffon Belly Dance Veil, For Practice

Now for the Jewelry.

Most of the jewelry she wears are from her other costume so you can click here for options for her hoop earring, cuff, bracelets and anklet however the tiara is a bit trickier.

One option would be to get a plain gold headband and wear it across your forehead. You could also fashion it from the gold trim and some Velcro or a hook and eye. You could use try some epoxy sculpt to make a more screen accurate tiara.

Tiara option #1: Womens Metal Headbands with 3 Colors Black Gold Silver Plated Hairband Head Bands Pack of 12

Tiara option #2: Women Girls Rhinestone Crystal Crown Costume Headwear for Wedding Prom Birthday Party Halloween Decorations

Doesn’t look similar to Esmeralda but has the right spirit.

Tiara option #3: Crystal Halo Crown Headpiece – Virgin Mary Headband Moon Headwear Wedding Photoshoot Costume Boho Goddess Crown

However if you’re as hung up on being accurate you could also just get red and gold tiara to get the impression of the look. A Tiara like this one.

Tiara option #4: Didder Gold Tiaras for Women, Red Rhinestones Tiaras and Crowns for Women Elegant Princess Crown with Combs Tiaras for Girls Wedding Crowns for Brides Women’s Headbands Prom Birthday Party

Esmeralda Hunchback of Notre Dame Disney picture image

Good Luck! And have fun this Halloween!

It’s been a while since I have offered new Merch for my Zazzle store.

The idea behind these designs was inspired by “movie monsters” and Quasimodo dressing up like them for Halloween. It is meant to be cute and silly. There is are Zombie, a Mummy and Dracula/Vampire designs.

Quasimodo as a Zombie

Quasimodo as a Mummy

(the hieroglyphs phonetically spell “Quasimodo” (at least I hope they do) and the irony of latin being depicted in Ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs is not totally lost on me)

Quasimodo as Dracula or a Vampire

Bonus Vampire Socks

Lastly not for Halloween but a new Keychain using Esmeralda’s color scheme.

So you like The Hunchback of Notre Dame enough to dress-up from it for Halloween? However you don’t want to be too on the nose. You also want to be weird, or clever or just not a “character” from the novel.

Well here is a list for you. It is a List of Vaguely Hunchback costume ideas that can be as big and crazy as you want or something more last minute.

Also these don’t have to be strictly for Halloween, any costume party would do.

There are ten costume ideas. There are in no real order.

Enjoy

A Gargoyle

Notre Dame's Gargoyle picture images
Notre Dame’s Gargoyle

For whatever reason Gargoyles are NOT a popular choice for Halloween and I think that is a darn shame. Not ONLY are the monstrous but they ward off evil spirits. They are also iconic for Hunchback as they a prominent feature of Notre Dame and they are liken to Quasimodo.

A Medieval High Justice

Jehan Frollo (Sir Cedric Hardwicke) 1939 Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
Jehan Frollo, Sir Cedric Hardwicke 1939 Hunchback of Notre Dame

A costume basically inspired by Disney Frollo or the 1939 version. You could also do the scepter Priest which is from the book.

Goat

Djali Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
Djali Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame

An Animal costume is classic costume choice. Goats also have scary connotations so it works on that level too. If You WANT to make it Book Djali make the horns gold and add some card that spell Phoebus in a pretty script. Disney version add a hoop earring.

Poet Juggler

Gringoire balancing a chair Jetlag version Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
Gringoire balancing a chair Jetlag version Hunchback of Notre Dame

This one is open to interpretation. Basically inspired by Gringoire. You could opt to make a prop chair to balance in your teeth too. A prop chair would be great at parties.

Printing Press

Richard Harris as Frollo and the Printing Press, 1997 The Hunchback picture image
Richard Harris as Frollo and the Printing Press

A weird and out there pick but also very creative. You will be the only one.

Hennin Princess

Danielle Dumont as Fleur de Lys, 1956 Hunchback of Notre dame picture image
Danielle Dumont as Fleur de Lys, 1956 Hunchback of Notre dame

Inspired by Fleur de Lys. You would be free to choose any color and decoration you want so long as you have the headgear. Though you are free to add Fleur de Lys in you want.

A Knight

Phoebus (Norman Kerry) 1923 Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
Phoebus (Norman Kerry) 1923 Hunchback of Notre Dame

Inspired by Phoebus. A basic staple idea although you go with the Burgundian in style. That would require research. Or you a do a Medieval take on a Roman look which is sort of what Disney did. Or you could just be a very shiny Knight as handsome as the sun.

An Alchemist

Frollo (Alain Cuny) practices alchemy, 1956 The Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
Frollo (Alain Cuny) practices alchemy, 1956 The Hunchback of Notre Dame

Frollo did practice Alchemy in the book. What would an Alchemist wear????? Up to you. Some wear red jackets with the Flamel cross on the back.

A Stained Glass Window

Notre Dame's South Rose Window picture image
Notre Dame’s South Rose Window

Yet another Creative weird pick. This one could be very striking and crazy. You could take inspiration from the Notre Dame Rose Windows or some other motif. This is the one I’d most liked to see done.

A Bell

Quasimodo with a Bell Les Cloches Notre Dame de Paris picture image
Garou as Quasimodo with a bell

And last but not least, A Bell. You can’t have Hunchback without a Bell. You could go ONE STEP further and be Belle Bell. Do with that as you will.

Which of these ideas would you pick???? I’m Curious.

Esmeralda Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
Esmeralda

It’s Halloween time and that means costumes. Now we all know that Disney’s Esmeralda makes for a great Halloween costume as the components are easy to attain and on their own are very wearable for everyday use. It’s also very recognizable and warm enough for late autumn.

BUT is it the best version of Esmeralda to wear for the spooky season?

Is there a better Esmeralda Costume to wear while you acquire candy?

This is a ranked list of movie versions of Esmeralda’s primary costume that would work as a Halloween costume. It’s not a ranked list of the best costumes of Esmeralda from the Hunchback movie adaptations but rather how it works for an average person to go out into the world and get noticed as person dressed like the character Esmeralda.

I will also included tier levels from F-S just for fun. Sorry about not have the graphic but that is more fun in a video format anyway.

There are 8 major movie versions so it’s a list of 8. And this all for fun!

Number #8

The 1999 version Quasimodo d’El Paris

Melanie Thierry as Esmeralda
Melanie Thierry as Esmeralda

It’s a red dress. It’s a pretty red dress but unless you are wearing a wig – no one is going to notice this one as a costume. It will just be assumed you are not wearing a costume which not good for a costume party. Also only a super-die-hard fan of Hunchback version might notice or a die-hard fan of French comedy movies MIGHT notice but probably not, it’s a red dress.

F Tier

Number #7

The 1982 Version

Lesley-Anne Down as Esmeralda, 1982 Hunchback of Notre Dame, picture image
Lesley-Anne Down as Esmeralda, 1982 Hunchback of Notre Dame

It’s not nothing. It does read as a costume but it’s more akin to a random person who doesn’t go to Ren-Faires’ last minute costume to a Ren-Faire. They tried and want have fun but they are not super into it and then they wore the same thing to a Halloween party.

D Tier

Number #6

The 1977 Version

Michelle Newell as Esmeralda 1977 Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
Michelle Newell as Esmeralda

You’re going to be confused as Juliet all evening.

D Tier

Number #5

The 1939 Version

Maureen O'Hara as Esmeralda
Maureen O’Hara as Esmeralda

You could see that this is more of an “Esmeralda” but only if you were told. Otherwise Ren-faire plus some pointed jewelry that indicates the character. Side note one COULD make it more of “costume” by going grayscale with the colors or you could pick your own colors but I just will say that the original design was red corset and blue skirt.

C Tier

Number #4

The 1923 Version

Patsy Ruth Miller as Esmeralda 1923 Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
Patsy Ruth Miller as Esmeralda 1923 Hunchback of Notre Dame

Because of the whole 1920s interpretation with the look, it skews less Ren-Faire and more “fancy dress party” which is basically Halloween. Would people look at this costume and say “Esmeralda?” Probably not but it works for a Halloween event. Plus you can do whatever you want for the colors or lean into the grayscale angle, like with the 1939 version.

B Tier

Number #3

The 1997 Version

Salma Hayek as Esmeralda, 1997 Hunchback of Notre Dame
Salma Hayek as Esmeralda, 1997 Hunchback of Notre Dame

I know I have been dismissive of “Ren-Faire” costumes but this one is just enough where it looks like you didn’t just throw on a costume you had that you got randomly. It looks like some thought went into it. It could be the colors or the dye job on the fabric but something more went into it.

B Tier

Number #2

The 1956 Version

Gina Lollobrigida as Esmeralda, 1956 Hunchback of Notre Dame , picture image
Gina Lollobrigida as Esmeralda, 1956 Hunchback of Notre Dame

Like the 1923 version, the period specific interpretation, 1950s in this case, helps adds to the costume concept. Does it fully say Esmeralda? Maybe not but it’s fun and would serve you well at Halloween party plus the Sexy vibe does help.

A Tier

Number #1

Disney

Esmeralda Disney Hunchback of Notre Dame picture image
Disney Esmeralda Hunchback of Notre Dame

Yeah don’t pretend you didn’t see this coming either. It just works the best. It’s the Esmeralda we all know and the one that comes into our minds first. Helps that it’s Disney. Everyone will know right away who you are. No need to ask. They know.

S Tier

Which Esmeralda would you wear as a costume?

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A Were-Human/Mermaid, A Sea Witch in Disguise and a Prince

It’s a Little Mermaid DIY Costume Buying Guide! Because it’s a the spooky Halloween season there needs to be more costume content.

So it’s The Little Mermaid’s turn.

Ariel’s Human Costume

Ariel’s Blue Dress

Ariel, the titular Little Mermaid, as a plethora of costumes to wear for Halloween fun spooky times. They are great and super iconic. But oddly enough it’s the blue dress she wears on her outing with Prince Eric that is quite similar in type to Esmeralda’s costume which is why it’s the Ariel costume of this post. PLUS it’s good if you live in a cooler climate. What you will need. A light blue long blue shirt or Blouse, a long blue skirt, black corset, black kitten heels, a big blue hair bow and red wig

Ariel’s Top

You could also go for white or dye it if you feel like it. It’s not hard to dye things just can be hard to get the color right.

Ariel’s Top option #1: Hanes Women’s Sport Cool Dri Long Sleeve Crewneck T-Shirt, Moisture-Wicking Performance Tee

Ariel’s Top option #2: Ekouaer 2 Pack Women’s Scoop Neck Tops Long Sleeve Slim Fit T Shirt Thermal Shirts Basic Tight Tee XS-XXL

Ariel’s Top option #3: LYANER Women’s Casual Square Neck Long Sleeve Plain Blouse Shirt Top

Ariel’s Skirt

Ariel’s Skirt option #1: v28 Women Full/Ankle Length Elastic Pleated Retro Maxi Chiffon Long Skirt

Ariel’s Skirt option #2: Sinono Womens Chiffon Retro Maxi Skirt Vintage Ankle-Length Skirts

Ariel’s Skirt option #3: Ladies 20 Yard Elegant Satin Long Full Skirt for Ballroom Belly Dance Performance Costume Dress

Ariel’s Black Corset

A less expensive option could be a simple black tube top

Ariel’s Corset option #1: Daisy corsets womens Sleeveless

Ariel’s Corset option #2: MixMatchy Women’s Casual Strapless Basic Sexy Tube Top

Ariel’s Corset option #3: Women’s Vintage Strapless Open Back Boned Mesh Bustier Zip Back Corset Bodyshaper Crop Top

Ariel’s Black Heels

Any black shoes that you have should work. A low heel is more in line with Ariel’s outfit but it’s all good no matter what you have on hand.

Ariel’s Shoe option #1: Clarks Womens Linvale Jerica

Ariel’s Shoe option #2: DREAM PAIRS Women’s Luvly Bridal Wedding Party Low Heel Pump Shoes

Ariel’s Shoe option #3: JOY IN LOVE Women’s shoes Low Heels Pointy Toe Kitten Heel Daily Pumps

Ariel’s Hair Bow

Be sure it’s a large bow because it’s a statement piece in the look.

Ariel’s Hair Bow option #1: Sky Blue Jumbo Bow Clip with Tails

Ariel’s Hair Bow option #2: Hair Clips Boutique Hair Bows Alligator Clip for Women Girl Hairpin 6 Inch TSFJ02 (Light Blue)

Ariel’s Hair Bow option #3: Blue Hair Bows,2 PCS Satin Hair Bows Clip Big Blue Bow for Women Hair Ribbons Long Tail Hair Bow Hair Barrettes for Wedding Prom Party Charm (Light Blue,Royal Blue)

Ariel’s Wig

Normally I would say wigs are a fun add-on but Ariel’s vibrant red hair is so iconic, so if you can get a wig please do.

Red Wig option #1: Red Wig for Women Cosplay Costume Halloween Party Wigs Long Curly Wavy Wig

Red Wig option #2: LABEAUTÉ Max Beauty Red Mermaid Wigs with Starfish Hair Clips, Curly Long Hair Daily Wig Heat Resistant Synthetic Fiber for Halloween for Cosplay for Christmas (Red 1)

Red Wig option #3: Daenerys Targaryen Wig for Game of Thrones Khaleesi Long Curly Wavy Hair Wigs BU121B

Vanessa a.k.a The Sea Witch in Disguise

Vanessa, The Little Mermaid

In The Little Mermaid, Ursula disguises herself as a human and enchants Eric using Ariel’s voice. So it’s a double costume because you’re dressing up as someone in dress-up, costume inception.

Ursula as Vanessa has three looks but again this one has the elements of Esmeralda’s costume plus the other two looks are under-garments and a wedding gown but hey it’s Halloween so those looks would not be out of place.

Vanessa’s purple outfit consists of a dark purple corset, light purple skirt, and golden nautilus shell necklace. For shoes you could go for anything BUT she does where black flat and it does look like heels during the beach scene. You can get wig of you need one and a cloak since again she wears one on the beach when she enchants Eric. Girl is a siren.

Vanessa’s Top

Allow me to be real with you, it’s HARD to find something like Vanessa’s top on offer at Amazon. I tried. Also I’m ignoring the lace up detail.

Vanessa’s Top option #1: REORIA Butsmooth® Womens Basic Sexy Square Neck Sleeveless Tank Tops Bodysuits Clubwear

Vanessa’s Top option #2: Womens Square Neck Double Lined Tank Tops Low Back Fitted Sleeveless Tops

This one is lighter in color but the shape it right

Vanessa’s Top option #3: GRACE KARIN Bustier Corset Top for Women Sexy Slim Cami Tank Top Black White Summer Sleeveless Party

Vanessa’s Skirt

Vanessa’s skirt is lighter purple. Most likely it’s a dress with a corset-like thing over it hence the insert but separates are easier.

Vanessa’s Skirt option #1: ASHER FASHION Women’s Bohemian Style Elastic Waist Band Cotton Linen Long Maxi Skirt Dress

Vanessa’s Skirt option #2: Sinono Womens Chiffon Retro Maxi Skirt Vintage Ankle-Length Skirts

Vanessa’s Skirt option #3: Scarlet Darkness Maxi Long Skirt for Women Double Layered Renaissance Skirts

Nautilus/Conch Shell Necklace

This a must. It’s the piece that holds Ariel’s voice. Try to get some black cording or even shoe lace for a more accurate look.

Nautilus Shell Necklace option #1: Meiligo® Fashion Woman Conch,snail,shell Charm pendant necklace (Gold) 2

Nautilus Shell Necklace option #2: 18K Gold Stainless Steel Bee Honeycomb Necklace, Star Moon Necklace Dinosaur Necklace spider Necklace Adjustable Y Lariat Necklace for Women

Nautilus Shell Necklace option #3: CLASSYZINT Gold Choker Necklace For Women Sun Heart Flower Charms Pendant Necklace Chunky Gold Statement Necklace

Extra Touches

If you need a wig by all means get one. You can also get a dark purple cape for added warmth. For shoes, see the Ariel’s shoe recommendations as Vanessa is pretty much a villainous Ariel look-like. But for shoes you can get away with whatever you think suits.

Brown Wig option: MapofBeauty 40″ 100cm Anime Costume Long Straight Cosplay Wig Party Wig (Dark Brown)

Dark Purple Cloak option: Colorful House Unisex Full Length Velvet Hooded Cape Halloween Christmas Cloak

Prince Eric (for the guys)

Prince Eric

Prince Eric is Ariel’s main romantic interest.

Anyway, Eric’s outfit is fairly easy to acquire. White shirt, dark blue pants, red waistband, and boots. You can add a black wig if you want.

Eric’s White Shirt

Eric’s White Shirt option #1: Mens Medieval Pirate Shirt Viking Renaissance Lace up Mercenary Halloween Scottish Jacobite Ghillie Tops

Eric’s White Shirt option #2: Beninos Mens Long Sleeve Slim Fit Dress Shirts

Eric’s White Shirt option #3: NITAGUT Men Henley Neck Long Sleeve Daily Look Linen Shirts

Eric’s Pants

I’d say any blue pants you have. Eric’s pants are a slim fit but whatever you have should work. His pants do seems to be knee length with a cuffs but it’s not a deal breaker if your look lacks this detail.

Eric’s Pants option #1: Alamo Slim-Fit Chinos Pants Men – Classic Breathable Flat-Front Chino Pants for Men

Eric’s Pants option #2: mens 4-way Stretch Dress Casual Pants, Blue, 32W x 30L US

Eric’s Pants option #3: Perry Ellis Portfolio Very Slim Men’s Dress Pants, Stretch Non-iron Fabric, Flat Front, Soft and Durable Slacks for Men

Eric’s Red Waistband

Eric’s outfit has a pirate-ish look so the red waistband makes sense. Or a cummerbund would also work well.

Eric’s Red waistband option #1: ThePirateDressing Pirate Medieval Renaissance Halloween Costume Large Sash

Eric’s Red waistband option #2: Satin Pirate Sash Pirate Medieval Renaissance Large Sash Halloween Costume Waist Sash Belt

Eric’s Red waistband option #3: Alizeal Mens Paisley/Solid Pre-tied Party Adjustable Bow Tie, Cummerbund and Pocket Square Gift Set

Eric’s Boots

Should be black and knee high. If you got them, rock them

Eric’s boot option: Ellie Shoes Men’s 125-matey Knee High Boot

Black Wig

Again, a wig is not necessary for Eric’s costume but it’s still a fun addition.

Black Wig option: STfantasy Men Short Wigs Male Guy Layered Wavy Halloween Cosplay Anime Party for Dad Hair (Natural Black)