Kids Victorian Detective Costume - Houndstooth Coat with Deerstalker Cap

What's Included

• Houndstooth deerstalker cap with ear flaps and black grosgrain bow
• Long button-front coat with attached capelet in matching houndstooth (falls below knee)
• Bright red scarf (separate drape piece)
• Round wire-rim-style glasses frames (prop only, no lenses)

The Kids Victorian Detective Costume is a four-piece sleuth set in brown-and-cream houndstooth check, styled after the classic Victorian-era master detective. The wool-effect woven coat features notched lapels, button-front closure and an attached capelet that drapes over the shoulders for authentic period silhouette.

The houndstooth pattern runs consistently across the coat body, sleeves and matching deerstalker cap. The cap includes signature front and back bills plus tie-up ear flaps finished with a black bow at the crown. The bright red scarf adds a pop of colour and can be draped loosely or tied for different detective looks. Prop glasses complete the mystery-solver ensemble.

Key Features

• Wool-effect woven fabric with visible houndstooth weave (no stretch, holds period structure)
• Attached capelet creates layered Victorian detective silhouette
• Gender-neutral styling suits any young sleuth
• Deerstalker cap with characteristic ear flaps and grosgrain ribbon detail
• Prop glasses are lightweight frames only (no prescription lenses, safe for costume wear)

Perfect For

Book Week & World Book Day: Whether it's a Sir Arthur Conan Doyle character study, a Victorian literature theme, or a mystery novel dress-up day, this detective costume covers classic chapter book detective stories.

Detective & Mystery Parties: Ideal for murder mystery dinners, Cluedo-themed birthdays, whodunit parties, or any event where kids solve cases and investigate clues.

Historical Costume Events: Perfect for Victorian era school projects, heritage day dress-up, period costume parades, or any 1800s themed event requiring authentic detective styling.

How to Wear It

Layer over a white collared shirt (not included) and pair with dark skinny jeans or trousers plus black lace-up boots. Drape the red scarf loosely at the neckline or tie it for a snug look — both work for the detective aesthetic.

Frequently Asked Questions

Care: Spot clean coat and cap; hand wash scarf separately in cold water.

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