What You Need to Look like Emily the Corpse Bride

Emily, the Corpse Bride is an animated character who is a tall young woman with a slim figure with big circular eyes. She is the most familiar living corpse which was critically acclaimed 2005 stop motion animated film Corpse Bride. The character Emily would not think twice about giving her whole heart, literally to people she cares for.

To knock the look of Emily the Corpse Bride you can follow the following look.

Emily he Corpse Bride Cosplay Costumes

The Tattered Wedding Dress

The character Emily wears a long, white wedding gown that is beautifully worn out. The dress is torn from the edges and slightly dirty in places. To get the dress like Emily, look for the costume that has a sweetheart neckline with some draping detail. The dress can also be DIY made by distressing an old wedding dress with scissors and gray blue fabric paint. Also, don’t forget the long train in the back.

The Veil and Flower Crown

The veil of Emily’s dress is long, sheer and dreamy. It flows down her back and is held in place by a crown made of wilted blue roses. A crown flower can also be made by using your own fake blue roses and attaching a light mesh veil to it. Some pre-made costumes come with this combo, but customizing it will help you stand out.

The Blue-Tinted Skin

The key feature of Emily’s look is her blue skin. To make the skin like her, use a light blue body paint or face paint that can be safer for the sensitive skin. However, the subtle shading on the cheekbones and around the eyes for that sunken, otherworldly appearance. For something easier, you can also wear blue body suits or arm covers.

The Skeleton Arm and Rib Detail

Emily has the skeletal left arm and also the exposed part of her ribcage. Costumes comes with the fabric-printed designs, while others include a glove or arm attachment which is shaped like bones. You can find mesh overlays or sculpted pieces to war over the dress.

Hair and Wig

Emily’s hair is long wavy and bright blue that reaches down the back. To make your hair blue, you can always look for the synthetic wig. You can also look for the natural hairline to make it blend better.

Makeup

To make the eyes like Emily, that is big, wide eyes you can use eyeliner on the waterline and add long lashes. Dark purple or navy shadow you can smudge it around the eyes for depth. Light blue blush can be swept on your cheeks for a frosty look. For the lips, go with the plum or mauve shade.

Shoes

In the movie her shoes weren’t seen as much. But if you want to wear the shoes that match the style, go for something vintage looking in white, blue or gray.

Where to Wear the Look

Emily’s costume is perfect for the cosplay conventions, Tim-Burton themed parties, photoshoots, gothic weddings or any costume event. If you love the theatrical, spooky style, the look will be great at any themed party event. Some even use this costume for their engagement shoots or alternative bridal sessions.

About Emily the Corpse Bride

The animated movie Corpse Bride is the British American stop motion movie which was directed by Tim Burton. The movie is the third stop motion feature film which was produced by Burton. The plot of the movie is set according to the fictional Victorian era village in Europe. However, the male character Victor Van Dort, played by Johnny Depp and Helena Bonham Carter as Emily.

Emily Costume FAQs

Are there any specific accessories or props that can be used to enhance Emily’s character?

To enhance Emily’s character, you can include a bouquet of dead flowers. You can also consider adding the butterfly prop which represents the character’s transformation and freedom in the film.

What are some of the key elements of Emily?

Emily’s outfit is basically based on the beautiful white gown which includes the tattered and aged white or light blue wedding dress. The dress must look faded, long, flowing and tattered.

What if I don’t want to wear face paint?

To give the blue look, you can wear a light blue mesh face mask. Filters can also be used for photos that way you can skip paint or anything that is comfortable. 

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