Mary Sanderson is one of the fans’ favorite witches from the 1993 Disney film called Hocus Pocus. Many cosplays have been made featuring this famous witch and the results are astounding as both her crazy hair and intricate outfit are recreated again and again. Fans can almost hear her repeating her sentences and asking everyone to form a calming circle the further they make it through this list.

The cosplayers all capture the essence of this character but manage to add their own sense of flair to her final design. Despite these subtle changes fans will still find themselves in the Halloween spirit after viewing the multitude of cosplayers who have done this character the justice she deserves.

10 Heavy Spellbooks

This cosplay is well put together, but the setting they chose for this picture takes it to another level. TMB Cosplay created this look where the placement of her moles and the purple in her hair were subtle touches that not every cosplayer manages to add. Her outfit is a bit plainer than what fans are used to seeing in the film, but the touch of plaid and the expression on her face make up for it.

9 Perfectly Styled Hair

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My next project of the year was Winifred Sanderson! This group was an absolute dream realized! I am so blessed to have an amazing squad that is down for crazy, amazing throwback groups including our amazing photographer.⁣ ⁣ We shot this group in September at two locations: Old Salem and Memphis’ back yard for smoke bomb magic. We rewore these at Fayetteville Comic Con as well. ⁣ ⁣ 📸 @gabbyisbest_photog⁣ Sarah: @starbuck.cosplay⁣ Mary: @memphismuerte⁣ ⁣ #hocuspocuscosplay #hocuspocus #winifredsanderson #winifredsandersoncosplay #sarahsanderson #sarahsandersoncosplay #marysanderson #marysandersoncosplay #nccosplay #nccosplayer #2019cosplay ⁣

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One of the hardest things for cosplayers to nail with this character is the hair, due to the way it extends off her head. The purple that cosplayer MemphisMeurte added to the wig as well is perfectly intertwined into its locks and isn’t too overpowering like it is in some other cosplays. Her passion for Mary Sanderson comes alive in the outfit she has created in Mary’s honor.

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8 She Flew On A Vacuum

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Love this Mary Sanderson cosplay by @laurataisie100 ! From MCM Oct #marysandersoncosplay #hocuspocuscosplay #hocuspocus #marysanderson #cosplayphotography #cosplayphotoshoot #canoneos200d #canon #canoncamera #canonphotography #canoneos #canondslr #photography #photographer #photos #photographe #photographs #photographylover #photographyofinstagram #canonphotography

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Witches are known for using broomsticks to fly around in the dead of night, but Mary Sanderson preferred a vacuum cleaner as her mode of transportation. This cosplayer decided to make her own version of this household appliance and it pairs perfectly with her extravagant outfit. It is obvious that the cosplayer, Laura Taisie Barnes, paid attention to detail when she put this together as she layered the fabrics in a similar way to the actual character in the film.

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7 “I Suggest We Form A Calming Circle”

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I suggest we form a “calling circle”. 🖤🕯 Halloween is around the corner you guys! I celebrate year round. 🎃👻 . But I’m excited to show off the amazing Disney X Rocklove Hocus Pocus collection from @rocklovejewelry This was a super rad and spoopy experience! Winnie is none other than @castlecorsetry Sarah is the fabulous @tracihines Photos shot SAFELY and Covid compliant by @benjaminhinesphoto #hocuspocus #disneyxrocklove #sandersonsisters #spooky #spoopy #halloween #disney #jewelry #witchyjewelry #hocuspocusjewelry #cosplay #cosplayersofinstagram #cosplayer #BadAssCosplay #cosplayfun #cosplaybabe #cosplayersofinstagram

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One of Mary Sanderson’s greatest quotes in the film was, “I suggest we form a calming circle.” The cosplayer in this post posing as Mary Sanderson is Chrissy Lynn, and the pieces she is wearing from RockLove Jewelry with this quote on it is what makes her outfit unique.

It ties it back to the film in a way few other cosplays do, and the design of her outfit helps bring attention to this piece. Her makeup also couldn’t be any better, especially the red tint around her eyes as it connects the red fabric of her outfit to her face.

6 Reaching For The Children

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“𝒲𝒾𝓃𝓃𝒾𝑒, 𝐼 𝓈𝓂𝑒𝓁𝓁 𝒸𝒽𝒾𝓁𝒹𝓇𝑒𝓃~!” . Like I said in a previous post, I was so lucky to be able to return to @rustmanorhouse with the @dccosplayphoto group early this month. It was my first venue with the group in 2018, so it was really amazing to be able to return. Also, to break out Mary Sanderson for a proper shoot. Thank you so much to Samantha for this amazing shot! I can’t wait to wear her again with my fellow sisters~! Photographer: @sweetmemphoto Cosplayer: @sunburste #hocuspocus #marysanderson #dccosplayphotoshoots #hocuspocuscosplay #marysandersoncosplay #sandersonsisters #halloweencosplay #plussizedcosplay #disneycosplay

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Children fear this cosplayer the moment they lay eyes on her due to the way her eyes seem to thirst for children. The intricacy of her skirt is exceptionally well done, and the height on the hair is very impressive. Sunburste is the cosplayer in this picture whose choice of woods for her background took fans back to some of their favorite scenes in the film.

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5 Circular Earrings

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Marvin Antony Mason’s cosplay featured a pair of circular earrings that look like they were taken straight from the film. They are what make her look so amazing, but the crocheted part of her skirt was a nice touch that adds a bit of texture to her outfit. She also nailed the corset.

4 Winnie’s Right Hand

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😗Winifred, I smell children!😗 . . ✨On our way to our third sister Sarah (@miss.blue.costumes) we decided to take some pics! ⚡️ . 🍫Mary Sanderson made and worn by: @charliescosplayfactory ⚡️Winifred Sanderson made and worn by: me (@thecostumerybybirgit) . 📸Picture by: @thomas.schelkens . 📍Location: @factsconvention . . #factsconvention #cosplay #cosplaygirl #cosplaygirls #belgiancosplayer #cosplayfriends #hocuspocus #iputaspellonyou #hocuspocuscosplay #hocuspocuscostumes #sandersonsisters #sandersonsisterscosplay #sarahsanderson #marysanderson #winifredsanderson #sarahsandersoncosplay #marysandersoncosplay #winifredsandersoncosplay #hocuspocusvillainspelltacular #allhallowseve #halloween #witches #makeup #cosplaymakeup #cosplaywigs #cosplayprops #fxmakeup #mua

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Mary Sanderson was always by Winnie’s side and this cosplayer’s pose with the other witch only enhances her own. The way she stands behind Winifred Sanderson reminds viewers of her constant complimenting of this other witch as she sought to win her favor, even though the books tell us she was smarter than fans knew.

Fans love how Charlene Wouters added her own flair to the outfit with the fishnets on her arms that make up for her shorter sleeves. It enhances the Halloween theme that this film focuses on and the brighter purple in her hair adds to this effect.

3 Her Signature Expression

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Day #4 MARY SANDERSON 🧹. 📸 by @clintchilders . • @ardellbeauty for lashes @makeupforever foundation and powder @mehronmakeup paradise makeups for eyeliner and shadow and beauty mark @maccosmetics lip color brick @chanel.beauty blush @thekatvond eyeshadow • • • Costume by @astansmakeup #31DaysofMehronHalloween #MehronMakeup #Mehron2020 @MehronMakeup @crazy.makeups #31daysofhalloweenmakeup #halloweenmakeupideas #crazymakeups #camerareadyforhalloween #marysanderson #marysandersonmakeup #hocuspocusmakeup #hocuspocus #sandersonsisters #sandersonsistercosplay #marysandersoncosplay @kathynajimy 🧡

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This cosplay wins the hearts of anyone who views it because of the expression alone which was Mary Sanderson’s signature in the film. The widening of her eyes is highlighted by the dark mop of hair atop her head and fans adore the alternative corset she used. Cosplayer Alexandra Bayless reaches her hands in a way that would have children running for the hills this Halloween and remind fans why she was the coolest.

2 Lots Of Plaid

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La #japantouchharu était une convention que j’aimais bien avant qu’elle ne devienne trop populaire et mercantile. De bons souvenirs en compagnie de @yonfortuna, @lelfemecanique, @shayneecosplay, @himelilt, @delphinedemaure, @cotcorporation, @laureenhphotography et cette photo avec les excellents @dothytrunks, @draumrkopa_ et @davidchancosplay. Merci à tous pour votre confiance et votre amitié. Je fais moins de conventions alors n’hésitez pas à me contacter pour des shootings. #hocuspocus25thanniversary #hocuspocus #hocuspocusmovie #hocuspocuscosplay #cosplay #starsofcosplay #cosplayzine #moviecosplay #davidchan #dothytrunks #sandersonsisters #sanderson #90smovies #kennyortega #disney #disneysorceress #winifredsanderson #sarahsanderson #marysanderson #marysandersoncosplay #sarahsandersoncosplay #winifredsandersoncosplay

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DavidChanCosplay went all out with plaid in this cosplay as they layered it with other similar colored fabrics based on its color scheme. The way the wig twists and turns has other cosplayers envious of their skill in this department as it is one thing that many have struggled with in their own renditions. It was also a good choice to pose with the other two witches as it adds a sense of cohesion due to the addition of the colors and attitudes of the others.

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1 A Twisted Face

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✨ Hocus Pocus ✨ “I smell children!” Mary Sanderson is the last of my sistaaaassss. I can’t tell you how much I enjoyed dressing up as these girls! ❤️ Wig and costume are from @spirithalloween (I added some bangs to the wig) #marysanderson #marysandersoncosplay #hocuspocus #spirithalloween #halloweencostume #hocuspocuscostumes #hocuspocuscosplay #31daysofhalloween #bmazzoween19 #halloweencostumeideas

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The way in which this cosplayer, Brenna Mazzoni, is able to contort her face is why this cosplay is so beloved among fans of Hocus Pocus. Her bright red lips highlight this feature, but the frill of purple she added to the top of her shirt ensures they remain the focal point of the entire photo. The choice to add bangs to the wig was a nice touch that made it a bit more feminine than that of the original casting.

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