The Madrigal family is one of the easiest big groups to dress for Halloween, because each character is built on a color and one clear gift. Mirabel has her embroidered skirt, Isabela her flowers, Luisa her strength and Bruno his green poncho. The film also splits the family by tone: cooler blues and purples around Mirabel's branch, warmer yellows and oranges around Pepa's, which is a gift when you're coordinating a crowd that shouldn't all match. Most of these looks come together from thrifted separates and a few craft supplies. Below are solo characters, sibling and couple pairings, a couple of magical symbols, and full family groups, with notes on keeping each one comfortable for kids on a long night.
Casting a Madrigal Group Without Arguments
With a family group, the hardest part is rarely the sewing. It's deciding who plays whom. I start with the people, not the characters, and work outward from what each person will actually tolerate wearing for three hours.
- Toddlers do best as Antonio or a donkey: soft clothes, no wig, one plush animal.
- Children who hate anything on their head suit Luisa or Camilo, where hair can be natural.
- The child who wants to be noticed usually wants Mirabel or Isabela, so if you have two of them, give one the transformed Isabela so both get a showy dress.
- Grown-ups who don't love costumes can be Julieta, Agustín or Mariano, which are mostly everyday clothes with one or two clues.
- Whoever enjoys craft projects can take Bruno's poncho or the Casita build.
Then sort everyone onto the two color sides of the family. Lay the outfits on the floor together before anyone dresses. If two people's colors merge from across the room, swap a sash or a skirt now rather than on the night.
1. Mirabel Encanto Costume
Mirabel is the costume I get asked about most for children, and it's a kind one to wear. Start with a white peasant blouse with black scalloped trim or bright embroidery, and a long turquoise skirt covered in fabric butterflies, flowers, candles and little animal patches. Round green glasses, blue pom-pom earrings and a woven crossbody bag do a lot of the recognizing. A chin-length curly bob, or a soft black curly wig, and rosy cheeks finish the face, with pink or coral espadrilles on the feet. If sewing isn't an option, fabric markers, iron-on patches and ribbon recreate the embroidery. For small kids, pop the lenses out of the glasses; plastic lenses fog and get smudged within minutes.
2. DIY Mirabel Encanto Costume
The DIY Mirabel comes mostly from the closet. A loose white blouse tucked into a teal maxi skirt is the base, and the fun part is drawing flowers and butterflies along the neckline and hem with washable fabric markers. Pom-pom trim gives her playful border with a glue gun or a few running stitches. Add cheap round green glasses and a bright woven bag. Longer hair can be curled and pinned under at the nape to fake the bob. Peach blush, a tinted lip balm and pink canvas flats are enough. Kids love decorating their own skirt, so I hand them the markers and let the motifs be a bit wonky. It's quick for a school day or a last-minute party.
3. Isabela Floral Encanto Costume
Isabela's first look is a flowing lilac dress buried in flowers. A lilac maxi with flutter sleeves, a ruffled neckline and a comfortable waist is the base, with fabric flowers and green leaves climbing one shoulder, around the bodice and down the skirt. Long dark hair worn loose with a center part and a few pink and purple blossoms behind one ear does the rest. Lavender shadow, rosy blush and a berry-pink lip suit an older child or adult. The trap is weight: real-looking silk flowers add up fast and drag the neckline down, so I use foam or lightweight fabric blooms and keep the heaviest cluster at the waist. Pale purple flats or low sandals, and a fabric rose to carry.
4. Isabela Cactus Encanto Costume
The transformed Isabela is louder and more fun to make. Start with a navy or indigo dress with an asymmetrical neckline and a flowing skirt, then flick washable fabric paint in pink, yellow, orange and teal across it, the messier the better. Soft cactus shapes, tropical leaves and deliberately imperfect flowers stand for her new, untidy plants. Leave the hair loose and a little tousled, and add a bright flower crown, bold blue shadow and a pink lip. Carry a foam cactus rather than anything spiky. Next to Mirabel, the two looks tell the story of the sisters on their own.
5. Luisa Encanto Costume
Luisa is a dream for kids who want to run around in their costume. A crisp short-sleeved white blouse with a round neckline and red ribbon accents goes over a long navy skirt with small dumbbell motifs at the hem, and a wide red sash at the waist gives her strong color contrast. Dark hair in a low bun with a clean center part, defined brows and warm blush are all the beauty work she needs. Foam arm cuffs suggest muscle without restricting movement. A plush donkey or a cardboard barbell is the prop, and brown lace-up boots or sturdy flats suit walking. For little ones, cut the skirt to ankle length so it doesn't catch on steps.
6. Dolores Encanto Costume
Dolores wears one of the warmest outfits in the family. A cream peasant blouse with red embroidery, ruffled sleeves and a small red bow at the neck pairs with a long red skirt patterned in yellow and burgundy near the hem, and a wide red sash at the waist. Curly hair goes up in a high bun with a large red bow or polka-dot headband. Gold hoops, soft red lipstick and warm blush are enough. Her best prop is a gesture: a hand cupped to the ear in her listening pose costs nothing and reads at once. Finish with red espadrilles or burgundy flats.
7. Pepa Encanto Costume
Pepa is the easiest Madrigal to spot in a crowd. A yellow midi or maxi dress with ruffled sleeves, an orange neckline and a layered skirt is the base, with an orange sash and small sun, cloud and raindrop appliqués. Copper or auburn curls go up in a high ponytail tied with a yellow ribbon, plus golden shadow, peach blush and a coral lip. A soft cloud headband or a small sun prop points to her weather gift. I keep these accessories small and bendy; a stiff cardboard cloud on a headband hits everyone around you in a busy room. Orange flats or low espadrilles suit her.
8. Julieta Encanto Costume
Julieta is the costume I steer parents toward when they want to join in without dressing up much. A pale blue blouse with three-quarter sleeves, light embroidery and a soft ruffle sits over a darker blue maxi skirt and a teal or sky-blue apron. Felt herbs, spoons or little baked goods in the apron pockets make the kitchen theme clear. Hair in a relaxed low bun, simple blue earrings and neutral makeup keep it calm. A basket of felt pastries or artificial rolls stands for her healing food, and it doubles as a handy place for the kids' spare gloves. Brown flats or low lace-ups finish it.
9. Bruno Encanto Costume
Bruno is a thrift-store gift. Start with a muted burgundy shirt and dark brown pants, and layer an oversized olive-green poncho or ruana on top, painting darker green stripes and hourglass shapes with fabric paint. Messy shoulder-length curls, light stubble drawn with brown eyeshadow and a little shading under the eyes give his hermit look. A small plush rat clipped to the shoulder is the detail kids love. For the vision, carry a green acrylic tile or a painted cardboard tablet, never glass. Brown sandals finish it. Keep the poncho lightly worn rather than grubby so he stays the sweet, odd uncle and not a scary one.
10. Camilo Encanto Costume
Camilo suits a child who loves to ham it up. A pale yellow button-front shirt goes with black trousers and a bright yellow ruana, decorated with orange stripes and small felt or painted chameleons. Add a darker yellow neck scarf and black slip-ons. Short springy curls, or a voluminous curly wig, give the right shape. Gold eyeshadow and defined brows keep the makeup theatrical but gentle. For the shape-shifting, a set of expression cards or a small hand mirror works, though honestly the face-pulling is the costume. Practice a few silly expressions before the party and he's done.
11. Antonio Encanto Costume
Antonio's outfit is comfortable enough for the most active five-year-old. A pale yellow collared shirt goes under a burnt-orange vest, with rust or burgundy trousers and a red neck scarf. Subtle animals, leaves and tropical stitching can decorate the vest. Short natural curls, or a light curly wig, and a touch of blush are all he needs. A plush toucan, capybara or jaguar tells everyone who he is without face paint. If you're tempted to use several stuffed animals, clip only one to the shoulder and carry the rest in a basket; a child with four plushies pinned on will be shedding them down the street by the third house. Brown ankle boots or closed-toe shoes are best.
12. Abuela Alma Encanto Costume
Abuela Alma is the part for a parent or grandparent joining the group. A long burgundy dress with a high neckline, three-quarter sleeves and black or gold embroidery on the bodice is the base, with a dark shawl and a vintage-style pendant at the collar. Gray hair in a smooth braided updo, or a silver wig pinned neatly at the back, and refined makeup finish her. Carry a battery candle in a gold holder for the miracle, never a real flame near a group of children in costumes. Low black shoes or burgundy flats, and a calm, clasped-hands posture, tell the rest.
13. Agustín Encanto Costume
Agustín is a comfortable pick for dads, partners or older siblings. Wear a white button-down with a teal or blue vest, a dark tie and navy trousers, plus round black glasses and a fabric flower in the vest pocket. Soft felt bees stitched to a sleeve or shoulder are the joke, so fix them firmly; little ones will try to pull them off. A neat side part and raised, expressive brows suit his worried face. Carry a folded handkerchief or a small bouquet. For his accident-prone look, loosen the tie and roll one sleeve higher than the other, rumpled without being messy. Brown dress shoes or loafers finish it.
14. Félix Encanto Costume
Félix brings the energy to the warm side of the family. A short-sleeved golden-yellow shirt with an open collar goes with burnt-orange or brick-red trousers and a patterned orange sash. A straw fedora with a yellow band is his giveaway accessory. Short natural hair and a big smile are the rest of it. A small cardboard sun or rainbow ties him to Pepa when they go as a couple. Brown loafers, sandals or woven slip-ons give room to dance, which is really how he should be worn.
15. Mariano Encanto Costume
Mariano is for the person who wants to look smart rather than dressed up. A clean white guayabera-style shirt with vertical pleats goes with tailored dark trousers, a brown woven belt and polished brown shoes. Dark hair with volume and a neat side sweep, plus a touch of bronzer, is all the styling. A small artificial bouquet or a folded poem is his prop. A burgundy sash or one red accessory ties him to Dolores, and next to her bold red skirt the plain white outfit balances the pair.
16. Pedro Encanto Costume
Young Pedro fits neatly into a larger Madrigal group. A cream long-sleeve shirt, brown vest and high-waisted dark trousers form the base, with suspenders, a simple neck scarf and a flat cap for the old-fashioned feel. Keep the hair neat under the cap and the makeup natural. A canvas satchel with a removable yellow butterfly, or a paper lantern with a battery light, are both safe props. Brown lace-up boots or comfortable dress shoes finish it. Keep the clothes clean and gently textured rather than distressed. Paired with Abuela Alma, it makes a touching duo for a grandparent and grandchild.
17. Casita Encanto Costume
Dressing as Casita, the house itself, is a craft project more than a costume. Start with a turquoise dress, tunic or matching shirt and pants, then attach felt windows, painted doors, flower boxes, roof tiles and green vines across the front, with a brown panel and a gold doorknob for the main door. A red tile headband or a small foam roof hat finishes the top. I glue every piece flat to felt or fabric rather than building it out in cardboard; stiff boxes catch in doorways and kids can't sit in them. Floral makeup around the eyes, hair pulled back, a butterfly prop and brown shoes painted like front steps complete it.
18. Yellow Butterfly Encanto Costume
The yellow butterfly borrows one of the film's strongest images without needing a character. A sunny yellow dress, jumpsuit or shirt and trousers is the base, with light gold-and-yellow wings in rounded shapes outlined in black. Hair in a braided crown, high bun or curls with tiny butterfly clips suits it. Golden shadow and a few butterfly accents near the temples are plenty. Paper butterflies on clear craft rods give a floating effect, though for little kids I'd skip the rods near faces. Wings on elastic shoulder loops slide off; a few stitches onto the back of the dress keep them flat. Next to Mirabel or Bruno, the butterfly makes sense at once.
19. Magical Door Encanto Costume
The magical door is a fun build for a child who wants something unusual. Use a brown tunic or a simple sandwich-board base, then add gold panels, swirling designs, tiny stars and a bright round doorknob. A light foam frame around the shoulders works, as long as it doesn't stick out past the elbows. A black or brown outfit underneath keeps the door the focus, and a little gold shimmer around the eyes ties in the face. Carry a battery candle or a handmade magic symbol. Reflective gold tape glows under party lights and in car headlights, which I like on any costume worn outdoors. Brown sneakers keep it practical.
20. Luisa Donkey Encanto Costume
Luisa's donkeys make a silly supporting costume. A soft gray hoodie and joggers with a light gray felt belly panel form the body. Long fabric ears go on a comfortable headband, and a yarn tail is pinned firmly to the waistband. Gray face paint on the nose with a little white highlight is enough; skip a full mask, which narrows a child's view on dark streets. A tiny foam barbell or a cardboard medal links it to Luisa's hard work. Gray sneakers finish it, and standing next to someone dressed as Luisa, the donkey gets the laughs.
21. Mirabel And Isabela Encanto Costume
Mirabel and Isabela make a sister duo with real contrast. Mirabel needs the decorated white blouse, turquoise maxi skirt, round green glasses, curly bob, woven bag and pink espadrilles. Isabela wears a lilac floral dress with long center-parted hair, a flower crown, soft purple makeup and lavender flats. Fabric butterflies on Mirabel's skirt and layered blossoms on Isabela's bodice keep both looking handmade. Give each one prop, a butterfly bag and a fabric bouquet. Pose them arm in arm or handing over a flower. It suits siblings, friends or a parent and child, and the older child usually wants to be Isabela, so settle that before shopping.
22. Mirabel And Luisa Encanto Costume
Mirabel and Luisa give strong color contrast and easy props. Mirabel wears her embroidered blouse, teal skirt, green glasses, curly bob, woven bag and coral espadrilles. Luisa wears a white blouse with red trim, a navy skirt, a wide red sash, a low bun and sturdy brown boots. Small felt dumbbells on Luisa's hem and flowers and butterflies on Mirabel's skirt carry the detail. Mirabel can hold a handmade butterfly and Luisa a plush donkey. Both are built from separates, so leggings and long-sleeved undershirts slip underneath on a cold night without anyone noticing.
23. Pepa And Félix Encanto Costume
Pepa and Félix are a sunny couple costume in yellow, orange and red. Pepa wears the ruffled yellow dress, orange sash, yellow sandals, auburn curls, golden makeup and a small cloud or sun. Félix wears a mustard shirt, burnt-orange trousers, a patterned sash, a straw hat and brown loafers. Pepa can carry a light weather mobile with a sun, cloud and rainbow, and Félix a paper sun or a bright umbrella, which is a handy prop on a rainy Halloween. Tie the two together with matching orange ribbons instead of identical clothing. Neither needs a wig, a mask or tricky shoes, so they last a whole party.
24. Julieta And Agustín Encanto Costume
Julieta and Agustín give each partner a clear role. Julieta wears a pale blue blouse, darker blue maxi skirt, embroidered apron, relaxed bun, brown flats and natural makeup, with a basket of felt rolls or artificial pastries. Agustín wears a white shirt, teal vest, dark tie, navy trousers, round glasses and brown dress shoes, with a few soft felt bees on his sleeve. Julieta can keep a handkerchief ready, which is in character and useful. The shared blues link them. Everything is easy to thrift and roomy enough for warm layers, so it's a good parent pairing for a long trick-or-treat walk.
25. Dolores And Mariano Encanto Costume
Dolores and Mariano are built around red and white. Dolores wears a cream ruffled blouse with red embroidery, a patterned red maxi skirt, a wide sash, red flats, gold earrings and a large bow over her curly bun. Mariano wears a white pleated shirt, tailored dark trousers, a woven belt and polished brown shoes, carrying artificial flowers or a rolled poem tied with red ribbon. Red lipstick and her listening pose finish Dolores, and his hair goes up in a smooth, full side sweep. A shared burgundy detail makes the pair look planned, and with no bulky props they're easy to dance in.
26. Bruno And Rat Companion Encanto Costume
This Bruno puts his rats front and center. Wear a burgundy shirt, dark cropped pants, brown sandals and an oversized green poncho painted with black stripes and hourglasses. Messy shoulder-length curls and soft brown shading around the eyes give his tired look. Clip two or three tiny plush rats to the poncho, one on the shoulder, and sew the clips on rather than relying on safety pins, which open when the poncho flaps. Carry a green cardboard vision tablet and a small bucket decorated with felt cheese. A rat-ear headband over the wig is a fun fan twist. Keep it whimsical, not grubby.
27. Three Sisters Encanto Costume
Mirabel, Isabela and Luisa make a balanced trio in turquoise, purple and navy. Mirabel has her embroidered blouse, decorated teal skirt, green glasses, curly bob, woven bag and pink shoes. Isabela wears the lavender flower dress, long dark hair, a floral headpiece, purple makeup and matching flats. Luisa takes the white blouse, navy skirt, red sash, low bun, sturdy boots and plush donkey. One light prop each keeps the group easy to photograph and stops props getting swapped and lost. Butterflies, flowers and little dumbbells are the clues. It works for three sisters, cousins, friends or a parent with two children, and every piece adjusts by size.
28. Madrigal Cousins Encanto Costume
For four cousins, cast Dolores, Camilo, Antonio and Mirabel. Dolores wears a cream-and-red blouse, long red skirt, high curly bun, bow, gold earrings and red flats. Camilo gets the yellow ruana, pale shirt, black pants and curls. Antonio wears a yellow shirt, orange vest, rust trousers, neck scarf and brown boots, with a plush animal. Mirabel finishes the group in her embroidered blouse, turquoise skirt, green glasses, woven bag and pink espadrilles. Red, orange, yellow and turquoise give lots of contrast, and a shared embroidered detail ties them together. Line them up shoulder to shoulder and the photo explains itself.
29. Madrigal Adults Encanto Costume
An adult group can cover Abuela Alma, Julieta, Pepa, Bruno, Félix and Agustín. Abuela wears the burgundy embroidered dress and gray updo with a battery candle. Julieta has her blue blouse, maxi skirt, apron, bun and pastry basket. Pepa wears the yellow ruffled dress, orange sash and auburn ponytail with a weather prop. Bruno brings the green poncho, burgundy shirt and messy curls. Félix adds a mustard shirt, orange trousers, straw hat and loafers, and Agustín a white shirt, teal vest, glasses and felt bees. Everyone in comfortable shoes is what lets a group this size last the evening.
30. Full Madrigal Family Encanto Costume
The full family can include Mirabel, Isabela, Luisa, Julieta, Agustín, Pepa, Félix, Dolores, Camilo, Antonio, Bruno and Abuela Alma. Give Mirabel's branch the cool blues, greens and purples, and Pepa's branch the warmer yellows, oranges and reds. Bruno's green poncho and Abuela's burgundy dress anchor the grown-ups. Each person needs their one defining accessory: green glasses, flowers, a plush donkey, a pastry basket, a weather mobile, a straw hat, a bow, a yellow ruana, a plush animal, a vision tile or a battery candle. Let hair and makeup differ by character rather than matching. Comfortable flats, boots, loafers and sandals keep a group this big moving together.
Long Skirts and Ponchos on Dark Streets
A lot of these costumes are long, flowing and dark at the hem, which looks right in the film and catches on curbs in real life. Before a family heads out, I run through a short check.
- Hem every skirt and ruana to the ankle bone for children, and try a staircase in it.
- Add a strip of reflective tape to the back of a poncho, the inside of a hem or a trick-or-treat bag. On Bruno and Luisa, dark navy and olive disappear after sunset.
- Pop the lenses out of Mirabel's and Agustín's glasses for young kids, and check the arms don't pinch behind the ears.
- Sew clips for plush rats, donkeys and bees on rather than pinning them, and keep a spare in your pocket.
- Use battery candles and lanterns only. No open flame anywhere near tulle, felt or flowers.
When the Night Turns Cold
The Madrigal costumes are mostly separates, which makes warmth easy. A thermal top under a peasant blouse doesn't show, leggings vanish under a maxi skirt, and Bruno's poncho happily goes over a puffer vest. For the skirt characters, a cardigan in the character's own color keeps the look intact far better than a random coat thrown on at the door.
One Color and One Gift Per Madrigal
Every costume here starts the same way: give each person their character's main color, then add one clear clue, whether that's glasses, flowers, a donkey or a poncho. Store-bought dresses save time, and thrifted separates with felt, fabric markers and artificial flowers make the rest affordable. In a group, coordinate the color sides of the family rather than putting everyone in matching outfits. Keep props light and fastened, especially for children and long nights. Start with Mirabel's skirt, Bruno's poncho, a magical door or the whole family, and the details you make together are what people will remember.
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