Hello, Darling! Let’s recreate the best Audrey Hepburn costume with her iconic black dress as Holly Golightly in the Breakfast at Tiffany’s movie. You’ll quickly and easily embody her classic and iconic look down to every last detail. Get inspired with ideas you can wear again in real life.
Why You’ll Love This DIY Audrey Hepburn Costume for Adults
This Breakfast at Tiffany’s costume is quick and easy to recreate. Because the style is so classic, you can pull items from your closet and/or keep them to wear again.
In Breakfast at Tiffany’s, Audrey Hepburn’s iconic look includes a black sheath dress, a pearl necklace, and a tiara. She pairs this with black gloves and classic black pumps to complete her timeless, elegant outfit.
Wear a sleek bun or chignon to style your hair like Audrey Hepburn. Add a tiara-style headpiece. For makeup, focus on defined brows, subtle winged eyeliner, and a soft pink lip for Audrey’s classic look.
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Easy Black Dress Breakfast at Tiffany’s Costume Ideas for Halloween
Breakfast at Tiffany’s Book by Truman Capote
Carry a Breakfast at Tiffany’s book (or movie). Or, at least read/watch it to get into the character.
The book is very short, and it’s one of my favorite audiobooks of all time.
Black Dress
At the heart of this costume is “the” Breakfast at Tiffany’s dress. The original was a Givenchy sheath dress with beautiful shoulder cutout details in the back.
This simple black dress matches the aesthetic and can be re-worn.
Black Heels
You can DIY this costume with any low-heeled black pumps.
Here, I linked the exact Cole Haan heels I wear. They cost more than costume shoes, but they are incredibly well-made and comfortable for longtime use.
Black Oversized Sunglasses
Holly Golightly made black oversized sunglasses famous, and the oversized sunglasses linked match the shape of Holly’s really well at a cost-effective price point.
Pearl Necklace
Holly Golightly accessorized her famous black dress with a multi-stand pearl choker accentuated with a diamond brooch, just like this one.
Hair Comb
Technically, Holly Golightly decorated her updo with a small studded hair comb, not a tiara, but either will work.
I have linked a similar option.
Black Cigarette Holder
A long black cigarette holder is an optional accessory for this costume, but it completes the look.
Long Black Gloves
Lastly, long black gloves really make this outfit “pop” as an iconic costume.
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This Audrey Hepburn costume is a tribute to her iconic black dress ensemble from Breakfast at Tiffany’s. Remember to check your closet to see what you already own, then shop the remainder of the components below. With a style as classic as this, it’s also a good idea to purchase items you can re-wear beyond Halloween.
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remember, it’s a good day to read a book. – jules
Hello Jules,
Thank you for sharing this. What heel height would you recommend, please? Would 5 cm be too high for this look?
No, I don’t think so. Audrey was known for flats and lower heels, so while you can absolutely wear any height, I’d say anywhere from a small kitten heel to 2.5 inches (about 6.5 cm) would work the best. Have fun!!
@Jules Buono,
Thank you. Now I have a reason to buy another pair of shoes!