The world of Wednesday on Netflix breathes fresh life into the Addams Family legacy, balancing gothic eccentricity with modern storytelling and immediately recognizable character design. While the show’s plot pulled viewers in, it’s the character’s quirks, cadences, and striking visual identities that truly define its impact. Wednesday’s sharp deadpan stare and Enid’s bubblegum brightness, or Morticia’s elegant shadows and Thornhill’s deceptively prim façade; each figure is crafted with the care of a long-standing mythology reimagined for a new era.
Much of this alchemy lies in the wardrobe, with Oscar-winning costume designer Colleen Atwood redefined classic Addams iconography while giving every Nevermore student and faculty member a look both timeless and instantly recognizable. In this breakdown, we’ll explore these characters one by one, examining not only their eccentric personalities but also the costumes that bring their identities to life, and how you can put together your own Addams Family costume!
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17. Principal Larissa Weems
Weems is the stiff, imperious principal turned spirit guide, a shapeshifting, authoritative, and morally layered character. Her transformation from stern academic to spectral mentor defines a central emotional arc.
Atwood paired glamour and gothic undertones for Weems. Christie described wearing “a striking Balenciaga Couture gown” for premiere events, infusing elegance with Burton’s dark whimsy. It suggests her onscreen attire balances structured formalwear with theatrical refinement.
How to Dress as Principal Weems
- Sleek, tailored dresses or gowns in dark or jewel tones
- Structured silhouettes, caped shoulders, dramatic collars
- Minimalist but bold accessories: statement earrings or high-fashion belt
- Hair styled upward or slick for strict formality
- Optional spectral nurse outfit in ghostly white for her spirit guide portrayal
16. Marilyn Thornhill
Christina Ricci’s Thornhill is flawed brilliance, posing as a caring dorm mom and botany teacher while secretly pursuing horrific agendas. Her poised calm unravels into chilling duplicity.
Thornhill dresses in polished academic wear: structured blazers, floral dresses, and earth toned cardigans that turn menacing upon hindsight. Her wardrobe mirrors her botanical role and veiled malice, without an explicit Atwood quote to confirm but consistent with her narrative arc.
How to Dress as Marilyn Thornhill
- Tailored blazers or cardigan over floral or oak toned dresses
- Mid-length skirt or dress with delicate patterns
- Practical flats or low heels
- Glasses with a studious frame; hair sleek or softly waved
- Subtle plant-themed brooch or accessory to reinforce her botany link
15. Tyler Galpin / The Hyde
Tyler is the troubled boy next door at first glance, a barista at the local café, but harbors a dark supernatural side as a Hyde. He’s torn between teenage vulnerability and uncontrollable rage.
Tyler typically wears casual attire, with well-worn denim, layered tees or flannels, and café aprons, grounding him in the world of the “normies.” The contrast between ordinary and Hyde underscores his transformation.
How to Dress as Tyler
- Layered look: plain tees under open, muted flannel shirts or denim jackets
- Dark denim or chinos with relaxed fit
- Apron (barista-style) optional for authenticity
- Neutral sneakers or work boots
- Subtle makeup or face dirt for Hyde transformations
14. Bianca Barclay
Bianca is a siren whose allure is literal, as she mesmerizes others with her voice. Confident, magnetic, and unapologetically captivating, she offers a vibrant yet mysterious dynamic within the student body.
While not specifically detailed by Atwood, Bianca often appears in outfits that echo her siren nature through playful, colorful patterns, rich textures, and modern preppy styles with a seductive twist, aligning with the visual language Atwood uses for other supernatural characters.
How to Dress as Bianca
- Fitted blouses or cardigans in bright, flowing fabrics
- Preppy skirts with bold prints (plaid or floral)
- Coordinated knee high socks or opaque tights
- Delicate, statement jewelry (earrings or layering necklaces)
- Hair straight, sleek, and polished
13. Dr. Valerie Kinbott
Dr. Kinbott is Wednesday’s assigned therapist in Jericho. A seemingly calm and measured presence amidst other more flamboyant personalities, she represents an institutional figure trying (and ultimately failing) to penetrate Wednesday’s stoic exterior.
Dr. Kinbott’s wardrobe reflects conservative professionalism: muted, structured office-wear, primarily neutral tones, allowing her role as authority, and eventual victim, to focus on tone over fashion.
How to Dress as Dr. Kinbott:
- Tailored blouse or sweater layered with neutral toned cardigan
- Pencil skirt or slacks in gray, navy, or beige
- Modest flats or low heels; minimal jewelry
- Hair pulled back or softly styled; glasses optional for a scholarly look
12. Professor Orloff
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Professor Orloff is Nevermore’s long-standing disciplinarian. A stern, old school, with a soft spot for Pugsley, he channels theatrical academic rigidity and barely adjusted chuckles of warmth.
He’s a floating head. That’s it. That’s the look. Though, the simpletest of designs can make for some fun & creative DIY costumes.
How to Dress as Professor Orloff:
- Wear something as nondescript as possible from the neck down
- Try to fashion a fake stand or table to strap on you as the stand for the head. Even a shirt with a printed desk could do
- Get one of those massive plastic tubs, typically filled with cheese balls or other snacks
- Cut a hole in it and from the bottom
- Be sure to poke some air holes in it so you don’t fog up the jar
- Add some cotton balls or fake webbing for an extra spooky fog look
11. Grandmama
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Grandmama Hester, Morticia’s mom and the clan’s ancestral witch, radiates gothic aristocracy fused with magical eccentricity and maternal indulgence—foreboding yet warm.
Reflecting Atwood’s heritage-friendly design ethos: layered textures (velvet, lace), deep jewel tones, ancestral silhouette—but with unique modern tailoring, acknowledging both matriarch and sorceress.
How to Dress as Grandmama:
- Full-length, rich-texture robe or dress (jet-black, deep plum, emerald)
- Layered shawls or lace overlays, antique clasp brooch
- Jewelry: skulls, bones, botanical-themed pins
- Hair: elegant updo or loose white wisps; makeup with smoky depth
10. Thing
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Breaking our Top 10 is not a person at all. It’s Thing, the loyal disembodied hand, functions like an eerie but affectionate pet—both servant and confidant to Wednesday. In Wednesday, Thing remains an emotive presence despite lacking a body.
Thing’s design is functional and practical: prosthetic or mechanical hand, sometimes gloved with subtle shading and veining, expressive through placement and movement rather than fabric or fashion.
How to “Dress” as Thing:
- Neutral-toned glove with realistic skin shading and line detail
- Nail polish or light texture for realism
- Hand poses—gesturing, pointing, or lurking—speak volumes
9. Lurch
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Lurch, the towering, taciturn butler with his signature “You rang?,” serves as both servant and gentle giant within the Addams home. His stoic presence, lumbering gait, and hushed moan-voice deliver deadpan gravity and imperfect loyalty with queasy tenderness.
Atwood’s treatment of Lurch in Wednesday adheres to classic silhouette: three-piece suit, somber palette, and minimal detailing, letting his imposing physicality and understated loyalty carry the visual storytelling (though specific designer quotes are yet to be published).
How to Dress as Lurch:
- Oversized dark three-piece suit (jacket, vest, pants)
- Crisp dress shirt—white or charcoal
- Tall shoes or boots—think to elongate the frame
- Subtle gray or ashen makeup for skin tone
- A slow, deliberate posture and deadpan expression
8. Cousin Itt
Cousin Itt, the floor-length hair creature with sunglasses and a hat, is briefly referenced via his on-set painting in Season 1 and is hinted to be part of the extended family’s peculiar lore.
Although Itt isn’t physically present (yet!) in the Netflix series, he remains a beloved icon of Addams Family visual chaos—designed around texture and silhouette: full-length hair, bowler hat, and dark shades.
How to Dress as Cousin Itt:
- Head-to-toe draping strands (yarn, fringe curtain pieces)
- Bowler hat placed atop the cascade
- Round dark sunglasses—only visible accessory
- Silent presence, communicate only through gibberish or gestures
7. Uncle Fester
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Fester, lovable oddball with electricity literally bursting from his fingers, toggles between childlike glee and wry morbidity. His bald, hunched silhouette belies bursts of chaotic energy and energy manipulation.
Consistent with Atwood’s minimalist gothic, Fester wears heavy, floor-length coats or robes, muted dark layers, letting his frail body shape and bald head deliver the uncanny contour.
How to Dress as Uncle Fester:
- Long dark coat or robe—oversized or draping
- Bald cap or shaved head emphasis
- Pale makeup, dark-eye shadow for sunken look
- Accessory: LED light bulb or gloves to “emit lightning”
6. Xavier Thorpe
Xavier is the enigmatic psychic student whose art comes to life. A brooding, creative soul with emotional depth and an intuitive understanding of outcasts. As Wednesday’s tentative confidant, his gentle yet intense energy, tinged with occasional aloofness, echoes throughout his interactions.
He’s consistently seen clad in the textured, purple striped Nevermore uniform like other students. The designer’s choice of custom purple fabric with hand-painted, softb gradient stripes applies here too, giving Xavier an air of prestige and subtle mystique.
How to Dress as Xavier:
- Nevermore-style purple blazer and skirt/pants combo with gradient gray-black stripes
- Crisp white shirt, short spread collar, possibly a tie
- Disheveled, artistic hair; a hint of creative disarray
- Props: sketchbook, pencil, or paint tools. Use to hint at psychic artistry
5. Pugsley Addams
Pugsley, portrayed by Isaac Ordonez, is Wednesday’s sensitive younger brother. He’s gentle, inventive, and emotionally expressive with a mischievous bent, especially in his fascination with explosives and making gadgets. He’s a softer counterpoint to Wednesday’s stoic intensity, reflecting a familial bond marked by affection and divergence.
Colleen Atwood preserved Pugsley’s classic aesthetic by having him wear the quintessential Addams black-and-white striped shirt. Frequently seen over his Nevermore uniform or under a coat during family visits, his wardrobe reinforces his youthful, slightly clumsy innocence while maintaining the dark-hued cohesion of the family palette.
How to Dress as Pugsley:
- Loose fitting black-and-white horizontal striped long sleeve shirt
- Plain black or charcoal pants
- A simple gray coat or blazer (layered for school or outings)
- Short, slightly tousled hairstyle; natural, youthful look
- Accessory optional: a toy “gadget” or faux grenade for the mischief vibe
4. Enid Sinclair
Enid, Wednesday’s colorful and werewolf best friend is portrayed by Emma Myers as bubbly, openly expressive, and radiantly optimistic. Her personality forms a stark, lively counterpoint to Wednesday’s gothic austerity
Atwood crafted Enid’s wardrobe with vibrant geometrics—florals, stripes, plaids—in bold shades like pink, yellow, and strong red. She treated graphics on Enid’s outfits with the same structural strength as Wednesday’s patterns, but in a vibrant palette. Red shoes, sprayed to perfection, punctuate her looks with cheerful flair.
How to Dress as Enid:
- Sweaters or cardigans with bold stripes or cheerful prints (floral, gingham)
- Plaid skirts or skirts with strong graphic elements
- Colorful reds or yellows—especially in footwear: red boots, sneakers, or pumps
- Accessories that reflect her extroverted charm—playful patterns, bright tights, warm textures
3. Gomez Addams
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Luis Guzmán brings Gomez to life as passionately affectionate, delightfully unhinged, and vividly charismatic. His charm melds old‑world devotion with quirky modern touches, staying true to the Addams ethos.
Though not widely detailed in interviews, Atwood’s established design ethos of honoring classic silhouettes with modern fabrics and subtle quirks implies Gomez’s wardrobe likely mixes traditional tailoring with color pops or unexpected pattern details—enhancing his exaggerated charm while fitting the gothic milieu.
How to Dress as Gomez:
- Classic suite in charcoal or black, paired with patterned shirt or textured tie
- Bold socks or pocket squares with subtle gothic flair (e.g., black-on-black damask)
- Slicked-back hair, mustache (if desired), and a confident yet theatrical posture
2. Morticia Addams
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In Season 2 of Wednesday, Catherine Zeta‑Jones returns as a refined, emotionally complex Morticia—gothic elegance personified, yet with renewed narrative depth and regal presence.
While specific wardrobe notes for Morticia in the Netflix series are scarce, Atwood’s broader approach—melding classic silhouettes with softness and a touch of modern tailoring—suggests Morticia’s looks would remain sleek, dark, and elegantly gothic. The aesthetic remains steeped in flowing fabrics and sculpted fits that underscore her dramatic, matriarchal presence.
How to Dress as Morticia:
- Long, fitted black gown in sumptuous fabric (satin, chiffon, jersey)
- Dramatic sleeves or draping—think classic elegance with a gothic tilt
- Minimal yet striking accessories—dark red lips, voluminous hair, subtle jewelry (e.g., onyx or silver)
- An air of poised command; dramatic yet timeless
1. Wednesday Addams
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A contemporary incarnation of the stoic, deadpan teenage classic, Wednesday is portrayed expertly by Jenna Ortega with a devastatingly dry wit, underlying vulnerability, and razor-sharp intelligence. She’s simultaneously an outsider and an enigma, being seen as reserved, calculating, and displaying eerie calm amid chaos, traits consistent with her lineage spanning iconic versions from the ’60s to Christina Ricci’s 1990s portrayal and beyond.
Colleen Atwood, the Oscar‑winning costume designer, approached Wednesday’s wardrobe by honoring her hallmark look while infusing modern sensibilities. Atwood aimed for a “different version of Wednesday,” preserving her iconic black-and-white palette while layering texture, pattern, and contemporary tailoring. The Nevermore Academy uniform, gray-and-black stripped with intentional silkscreen variance, was created to look both timeless and current, offering depth and dimension on screen. The now-famous Rave’n dance dress, discovered on a London boutique mannequin and cinched for cinematic scale, was selected for its movement potential and striking visual impact.
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How to Dress as Wednesday:
- Black dress with a sharp white Peter Pan or crisp collar. Opt for textured fabrics (velvet, jacquard) to modernize
- Tailored blazer and pleated skirt in shades of gray or charcoal, evoking the updatedNevermore uniform
- Simple black tights and Mary Jane or lace-up shoes (optional: chunky “Stompers” boots for grunge)
- Hair styled in two tight braids; minimal makeup—pale skin, matte finish, subtle contour
- For special occasions: dramatic black gown with textural interest that allows dynamic movement, echoing the Rave’n dance silhouette
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