Pantomine dame costume Sophie ladies

The Sophie women's pantomime costume is a six-piece mime outfit with a black-and-white striped shirt, black trousers, suspenders, a red scarf, white gloves, and a black beret. Women wear this street performer look during Carnival, at a circus party, or at a pantomime-themed party. The set is available in sizes S, M, L, and XL.

Shirt, trousers and beret of the mime outfit

• The shirt has wide horizontal stripes in black and white and long sleeves that reach past the hands.
• The black trousers taper and end just above the ankle.
• The black suspenders have a Y-shape on the back and three metal clips.
• Tie the red scarf loosely around the neck as the outfit's only pop of colour.
• The set includes white gloves and a flat black beret.
• Choose from sizes S, M, L and XL.

Why is the mime always in black and white with a red scarf?

The mime performer comes from the French street theatre tradition, where a wordless performer tells a story through gestures and facial expressions. The black-and-white striped shirt, beret and white gloves make the hands and face extra visible to an audience watching from a distance. One red element, in this case the scarf, is the standard counterpoint to the understated look. This is what distinguishes the mime from the clown: no bright colours and no red nose, but a silhouette that must rely on movement.

Complete the women's pantomime costume with face paint and accessories

White face paint with black accents around the eyes and mouth completes the mime look, with an optional drawn-on tear on the cheek. A black bob wig matches the beret, while black lace-up boots or ankle boots keep the lower half in the same colour. An invisible suitcase or a fake flower as a prop gives you something to play with immediately during a parade.

A women's pantomime costume for Carnival or a circus party

This costume is ideal for women who want to be instantly recognisable at Carnival or a circus and street theatre party without wearing a mask. The black-and-white striped look also stands out at a costume party or a performer-themed party. Since you only need face paint to complete the look, you can get ready quickly.

Order the Sophie women's pantomime costume and perform your own silent act as a mime during the next Carnival.