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Christmas Fancy Dress Accessories

Christmas accessories are the quickest way to go from “I forgot it was a theme” to properly festive in seconds. We’ve rounded up Santa hats, light-up reindeer antlers, elf hats with ears, Christmas headbands and head boppers on Amazon UK, plus multi-packs that sort the whole office in one go.

Pair them with one of our Christmas jumpers for an easy outfit, or use them to finish off a full costume.

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Choosing Christmas accessories for your party

Accessories are perfect when a full costume feels like too much. A Santa hat or a reindeer antlers headband works at the office party, the pub, the school disco or around the table on Christmas Day, and nobody has to worry about sizing or getting changed in the loos.

They’re also brilliant for groups. Multi-packs of headbands or Santa hats work out far cheaper per person than buying them one at a time, so they’re handy for teams, classrooms and family get-togethers. Everyone matching looks great in photos too.

Santa hats, antlers, elf hats and headbands

AccessoryBest forWorth knowing
Santa hatOffice parties, Secret Santa, Christmas dinnerPlush hats feel softer and last longer than thin felt ones
Reindeer antlers headbandNights out, kids, Christmas Jumper DayLight-up versions need batteries; tight bands can pinch after a few hours
Elf hat with earsQuick elf look, group photosOne size fits most adults but can be loose on small children
Christmas headband or head boppersBig groups, classrooms, party bagsCheap and cheerful; bopper springs can bend in a busy bag
Party packs (glow sticks, boas, extras)Christmas discos, kids’ partiesCheck the piece count, as smaller items make up much of it

Finish off your Christmas costume

The right extras make a cheap costume look much better. Our Santa costumes often come with a thin hat, so a plush upgrade makes a difference, and our elf costumes look far more convincing with proper pointy ears.

Going beyond the basics? Find white Santa beards and curly Mrs Claus wigs in our fancy dress wigs, rosy cheeks and glitter in face paint and make-up, and half-moon specs in novelty party glasses. Our fancy dress props and fancy dress hats have plenty more, and the full range lives in fancy dress accessories.

Tips for buying festive accessories

  • Check what’s in the pack. Multi-pack photos can make items look bigger than they are.
  • Test light-up pieces early. Pop the batteries in a few days before so you’re not hunting for a screwdriver on the night.
  • Think about the kids. Small parts and button batteries aren’t suitable for little ones, so check the age guidance.

For full outfit ideas, have a look at our Christmas fancy dress.

In this guide

  1. Choosing Christmas accessories for your party
  2. Santa hats, antlers, elf hats and headbands
  3. Finish off your Christmas costume
  4. Tips for buying festive accessories
  5. Questions people ask

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Not sure on size?

Costumes often run small. Check our guide before you order.

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Questions people ask

Quick answers about christmas fancy dress accessories: sizing, quality and what to buy. Still unsure? Our size guide and theme pages have more help.

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What can I wear to a Christmas party instead of a costume?

A Christmas jumper with a Santa hat or a reindeer antlers headband is the easy go-to. It looks festive, it’s comfortable and you can take the headband off when it starts to pinch.

Do light-up reindeer antlers need batteries?

Yes, most use small button batteries, which are usually included. Check the listing, test them before the night and keep spare batteries away from young children.

Are Santa hats one size?

Most Santa hats are one size and fit the majority of adults. Kids’ versions are available, but adult hats can slip down on small heads, so pin them or choose a child size.

What are the best Christmas accessories for a group?

Multi-packs of Christmas headbands, head boppers or Santa hats are ideal, as everyone matches and they work out cheaper per person. They’re great for office parties, classrooms and family photos.

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