Dracula: Most/Least Stylish

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As seen in... Nosferatu (1922)

Everett Collection

Portrayed by: Max Schreck
The bloodsucker in this unauthorized adaptation of Bram Stoker’s Dracula may be The Count’s scariest incarnation, but his drab style leaves much to be desired. Has he never heard the word ”manicure”? C —Hillary Busis

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As seen in... Dracula (1931)

Everett Collection

Portrayed by: Bela Lugosi
Nearly a century after the film’s release, Drac first appeared in what would become his trademark man cape, inventing a look that would be endlessly reinterpreted — both onscreen and on Halloween — for decades to come. The high-water hemline is more dowdy than dramatic; perhaps there were no decent tailors in Transylvania in those days. B+ —Hillary Busis

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As seen in... Count Dracula (1969)

Everett Collection

Portrayed by: Christopher Lee
Lee’s vamp ensemble looks dashing in living color, though the crimson lining of his floor-length cape draws attention to his bloodshot eyes — creating an unfortunate ”lab rat” effect. B —Hillary Busis

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As seen in... Blacula (1972)

Portrayed by: William Marshall
Shut yo’ mouth! Cursed to become a vampire by Count Dracula, Prince Mamuwalde emerges with satin-trimmed, two-button tux, afro, and funky facial hair, making him Transylvania’s grooviest export of the ’70s. B —Hillary Busis

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As seen in... Dracula (1979)

Everett Collection

Portrayed by: Frank Langella
Though he could easily be confused with Fabio, this Drac’s best asset is his chest hair. That plunging neckline just screams, ”You’re in for a bloody good time!” B+ —Jennifer Arellano

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As seen in... Love at First Bite (1979)

Portrayed by: George Hamilton
He’s supposed to stay out of the sun, so why does this Dracula look like he’s battling an addiction to self-tanner? And an affinity for over-embellishing his dress shirts. As Coco Chanel once said, always take off one neck accessory before you leave the coffin. C —Jennifer Arellano

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As seen in... Nosferatu: Phantom der Nacht (1979)

Everett Collection

Portrayed by: Klaus Kinski
I’m loving this ultra-minimalist, all-black look. It’s so Rick Owens! Also, extra points for that nail art, which I believe is called a Transylvanian tip. Eat your heart out, Zooey Deschanel. B+ —Jennifer Arellano

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As seen in... Monster Squad (1987)

Everett Collection

Portrayed by: Duncan Regehr
The red trim on this vamp’s cape is très slimming, and the ruffle detail on his shirt is to-die-for. That medal makes me think he’s won some type of award — perhaps for Best Dressed Dracula? A —Jennifer Arellano

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As seen in... Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992)

Columbia Pictures

Portrayed by: Gary Oldman
Every bloodsucker knows that it’s what’s above the neck that matters — namely, ridiculous wigs and top hats. A bit campier than those who came before him, Oldman’s incarnation doesn’t just break out of his coffin?he breaks the Dracula fashion mold. A- —Erin Strecker

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As seen in... Buffy the Vampire Slayer (2000)

Portrayed by: Rudolph Martin
This look is a little too back-to-basics. After all, what’s Dracula without all the flair? B- —Erin Strecker

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As seen in... Dracula 2000 (2000)

Portrayed by: Gerard Butler
Raising the beefcake quotient for Draculas the world over, this pecs-baring look is proof that even though you’re immortal, it still doesn’t hurt to hit the gym every once in a while. B+ —Erin Strecker

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As seen in... Van Helsing (2004)

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Portrayed by: Richard Roxburgh
Favoring a military-inspired coat over a man cape, this Drac sports a more traditional ensemble than some of his predecessors — a look that appears to be a hit with the ladies. B —Erin Strecker

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As seen in... Blade: Trinity (2004)

Portrayed by: Dominic Purcell
Drake’s (as he’s called in the Wesley Snipes series) layered necklaces and deep V-neck T-shirt read a little Jersey Shore, but those leather pants and matching trench coat redeem his look. This gent is a new-age vamp. B+ —Jodi Walker

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As seen in... Hotel Transylvania (2012)

Sony Pictures Animation

Voiced by: Adam Sandler
Points for the classic cape, but this Drac’s too family-friendly. A statement piece like a pocket square or a gold tooth would add a little bite back to his look. C —Jodi Walker

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As seen in... Dracula (2013)

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Portrayed by: Jonathan Rhys Meyers
Well-tailored suit: check; luxe accessories: check; razor-sharp cheekbones; check, check. More than a century spent refining his evening look have really paid off for Dracula’s latest iteration. A —Jodi Walker

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Dracula: Most/Least Stylish

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As seen in... Nosferatu (1922)

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As seen in... Dracula (1931)

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As seen in... Count Dracula (1969)

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As seen in... Blacula (1972)

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As seen in... Dracula (1979)

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As seen in... Love at First Bite (1979)

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As seen in... Nosferatu: Phantom der Nacht (1979)

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As seen in... Monster Squad (1987)

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As seen in... Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992)

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As seen in... Buffy the Vampire Slayer (2000)

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As seen in... Dracula 2000 (2000)

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As seen in... Van Helsing (2004)

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As seen in... Blade: Trinity (2004)

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As seen in... Hotel Transylvania (2012)

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As seen in... Dracula (2013)

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Dracula: Most/Least Stylish

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As seen in... Nosferatu (1922)

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As seen in... Dracula (1931)

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As seen in... Count Dracula (1969)

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As seen in... Blacula (1972)

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As seen in... Dracula (1979)

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As seen in... Love at First Bite (1979)

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As seen in... Nosferatu: Phantom der Nacht (1979)

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As seen in... Monster Squad (1987)

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As seen in... Bram Stoker's Dracula (1992)

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As seen in... Buffy the Vampire Slayer (2000)

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As seen in... Dracula 2000 (2000)

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As seen in... Van Helsing (2004)

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As seen in... Blade: Trinity (2004)

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As seen in... Hotel Transylvania (2012)

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As seen in... Dracula (2013)

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