9 best Santa costumes 2023 UK – top Father Christmas outfits and suits
FINDING the best Santa costume can be overwhelming as there are plenty out there to choose from, but no matter what style you choose it will instantly bring some festive cheer.
The best Santa costumes look good, feel comfortable, can be reused each Christmas, and, most importantly, bring a smile to people's faces.
There are plenty of reasons you'll need the best Santa costume out there this Christmas, you may be taking part in a fun run for charity over Christmas, need a great costume for a holiday party or just want to get into that festive spirit and have a laugh this Christmas.
If you have children, you may want to volunteer to man the Santa's grotto at the Christmas fete.
Depending on what you want to spend — and the look you're going for — there's a Santa costume for every aesthetic and budget.
You can even find an inflatable, or ride-on Santa look, for more of a comedy effect, plus you can even find a matching Mrs Claus ensemble, and one fit for the mini me's in your life, so more of the family can get involved.
read more on Christmas
Arguably, the most important part of the Santa outfit is the beard. Some Father Christmas costumes include them, others require you to purchase them separately.
We have found the best Santa costumes to save you the stress this year.
Best Santa costumes at a glance:
- Best overall Santa costume: Amazon
- Best Santa costume for men: Rubies
- Best Santa costume for women: Smiffys
- Best cheap Santa costume: Party Delights
- Best Santa suit: Light In The Box
Wicked Costumes Super Deluxe Santa Suit
- Super deluxe Santa suit, from £27.29 at Amazon - buy here
Most read in Fashion and Beauty
This is a great all-rounder choice for a Santa costume: it includes the red jacket and trousers, black belt and boot covers, a Santa hat, beard, glasses and gloves, so it's very comprehensive.
At under £30, it's also great value, considering the quality and all of the accessories you get.
It is available in one size, though it can be purchased in a plus size version too, so there are options for you to pick from.
'I purchased this for "Santa" who does the grotto at my work. For the price, I'm very impressed! The top and bottoms are a good size, I imagine most grown men would fit into this,' wrote one reviewer.
Sizes available: One size and plus size Delivery: Free
Bodysocks Inflatable Santa Costume
- Bodysocks Inflatable Santa costume, £24.99 at Amazon - buy here
A fantastic choice for parties or charity runs/matches, this inflatable Santa suit will ensure you're the centre of attention in every room.
It inflates quickly (you need to purchase 4 x AA batteries to make it work), and it includes accessories like the Santa hat, beard and white gloves.
It is super simple to inflate, all you have to do is step into the one piece, zip it up tighten the drawstrings so no air can escape when inflated, turn on the battery-powered fan and it will start to balloon out.
This comes in one size, which makes for super easy shopping, and many shoppers are pleased with this purchase, with some praising it for providing entertainment and a lot of laughs.
Another acknowledged how "well made" this one-piece costume was, while another insisted it was well 'worth the money and will last a few Christmas’s.'
Size: One size Delivery: free
READ MORE:
- Best Christmas jumpers for men
- Best Christmas jumpers for kids
- What is Amazon's The Drop?
- Best Christmas fancy dress
- Best tea advent calendars
- Best gin advent calendars
- Best pre-lit Christmas trees
Morph Claus Fancy Dress Piggyback Costume
- Claus fancy dress piggyback costume, £42.99 at Amazon - buy here
This costume looks like you've made a massive effort... but you don't even need to change your own outfit to make an impact.
This piggyback costume from Morph has self-stuff legs you can fill with tissue, paper or actual cushion filling.
The design gives the illusion Santa Claus is carrying you on their back, and it is sure to bring some festive cheer to any party.
It comes in one size but can fit those measuring 5'4" up to 6'4" in height, as well as a 28 to 48-inch waist.
The general consensus? 'Was a great laugh wearing this,' wrote a fan.
Size: One size Delivery: Free and Express with Amazon Prime
Light In The Box Deluxe Velvet Santa Costume Set
- Santa Costume Set Christmas 12pcs,
£141.53£71 from Light in the Box - buy here
We think of this Santa costume as the 'Christmas market Santa', as it is the classic design we are used to seeing at the festive grottos with all the trimmings.
This set comes complete with 12 separate pieces, and the coat itself has a lovely burgundy colour and features ornate embellishment, as well as a fur trim.
It also comes with all the accoutrements to complete your Father's Christmas get-up, such as a moustache and beard, belt, shoe covers, hat, pants, top and gloves, all included in the price.
This costume is the perfect option for those going all out with their Mr Clause look.
Size: Medium to 3XL Delivery: 3 to 5 business days
Smiffys Miss Santa Costume
- Miss Santa Costume, £35.99 at Smiffys - buy here
Why do the men get to have all the fun in the Father Christmas get-up? Now you can even the playing field in this Miss Santa costume.
A lovely red hooded dress with white fur trim and embellished bodice, this female Santa dress is described as 'lovely', 'snug' and 'warm' by reviewers.
It's perfect for a Mrs. Claus look as part of a couple's costume, and also works beautifully for any female Santas.
It retails for £35.99, but new customers can secure a 10% saving simply by adding their email and contact details.
Sizes: Small to Large Delivery: From £3.99
Rubies Adult Deluxe Velvet Santa Suit With Wig
- Rubie's Adult Deluxe Velvet Santa Suit With Wig, £60 at Amazon - buy here
Reviewers are completely blown away by the quality and appearance of this Santa costume, noting that it’s 'absolutely amazing quality and value', 'worth every penny', 'magical' and 'transformed my husband into Father Christmas'.
The polyester ensemble is one you’ll re-wear from one year to the next and includes a jacket with zipper fastening and trousers, beard, belt, boot tops and a wig.
It comes in one size, which makes for easy shopping - though we can't imagine a green Father Christmas.
Rubies have thought of every element with this costume, as it features the plush velvet outfit, as well as all the accessories, such as satin white gloves, glasses, a beard, a wig and a 'stuffable belly'.
Size: One size Delivery: Free
H&M Kids' Cotton Santa Costume
- Kids' cotton Santa costume, £9.99 from H&M - buy here
This cotton kids costume has received rave reviews from parents on the H&M site.
Some shoppers have hailed this Santa costume as 'super cute and seems really well made', as well as 'soft and comfortable', which is essential for the delicate skin of a baby.
This H&M Santa costume is a cotton romper with popper front fastening, as well as popper detailing on the sleeves too, to make it super easy to get your baby in and out of.
The one-piece is made from a 98% organic cotton jersey and features embroidered detail to make this festive costume a little more realistic.
As well as the romper the set includes a hat to set off the look - simply adorable.
Size: 0 to 1 months up to 6 - 9 months Delivery: Free Standard Delivery on orders over £30 or £3.99
Ann Summers Miss Santa Dress
- Ann Summers Miss Santa Dress, £32 at Simply Be - buy here
When it comes to fancy dress or costumes, you can go one of three ways, accurate portrayal, OTT hilarious or a little on the naughty side.
Those veering towards the latter may prefer this sexy red velour Santa dress, which has a white fur trim, and a black belt with diamante buckle detail on top for a little extra femininity and glamour.
Perfect for any fancy dress requirements, it's high quality, super-soft and is an affordable nod to Santa in a subtle way.
The sweetheart neckline, combined with the off-the-shoulder bardot style makes this a super flattering style for all wearers.
The mini-length a-line skirt flares out, so it's ideal for those who want to show off their legs, but do not like a skin-tight bodycon costume.
Sizes: Small to 2XL Delivery: £3.99 or Free Click and Collect
Party Delights Baby Santa Costume
- Baby Santa costume, £16.99 from Party Delights - buy here
Spread a little Christmas cheer by dressing up your little one in this cute-as-a-button Santa costume.
Comprising a top, trousers and hat, the costume is made from a soft, comfy fabric that the baby will be happy to wear all day.
It comes as a three-piece set, complete with trousers, a top, and a hat, which makes it super easy to put on and take off, which is aided with the velcro back fastening too.
This set is available in a range of kids' sizes, ranging from 3 to 6 months, and up to 2 to 3 years, which is ideal for those with a few children under three as it can be the one-stop shop to secure all the baby festive ensembles.
Sizes: 3-6 months up to 2-3 years Delivery: From £3.95 for Standard Delivery
Where to buy the best Santa costumes?
Those shopping for a Santa costume this year, whether it is for him, for her, or for the baby, there are plenty of shopping destinations to head to, both online and in-store.
There are a number of specialist fancy dress brands that sell Santa costumes, along with more popular high street retailers that sell costumes seasonally.
Whether you are shopping for the full costume set complete with all the festive accessories, a one-piece fuss-free suit, an inflatable variation, or something a little more sultry this festive season, we know a few shopping destinations to head to.
How much do Santa costumes cost?
Santa costumes can vary in price depending on the size, style and design.
Those who want a fuss-free Santa suit could be looking anywhere from £15 upwards, however, if you are hunting for a super realistic high-quality set with all the accessories to channel your inner Mr Claus it could set you back anywhere between £70 and £100.
There are also inflatable designs, which could come with additional costs, in the form of needing batteries, or other tools to inflate the suit.
Read More on The Sun
Adults-sized costumes are inevitably more expensive than designs for babies and children, which can cost up to £10.
We recommend shopping around to get the best deal for your Santa costume.
Want to find more savings on your online shopping? Then head to Sun Vouchers where you can get discounts and voucher codes from hundreds of top retailers including B&Q, Boots, Iceland, Lookfantastic, Dunelm, Adidas, Marks & Spencer and more.