What kind of shoes does Boots wear?

Boots wears bright, solid red boots, which are his namesake. Red rubber rain boots or red shoe covers work perfectly.

How do you make a DIY Boots the Monkey costume?

Start with a light blue sweatsuit, pin a yellow felt oval to the chest, attach a blue plush tail to the back, wear a blue monkey ear headband, and finish with bright red boots.

Is Boots the Monkey a boy or a girl?

Boots is a male character from the animated series Dora the Explorer.

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Boots the Monkey Costume

Swing into adventure as Dora's best friend in bright red boots.

Boots the Monkey is the beloved, energetic companion from Dora the Explorer, known for his cheerful personality and signature footwear. This costume is a popular choice for solo dress-up, couples pairings with Dora, or family group themes. The look consists of a light blue monkey bodysuit, a yellow belly patch, a long blue tail, and his iconic bright red boots.

Difficulty: Easy
Time: ~45 min
Budget: $25–65

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Light blue jumpsuit or pajama set
A solid light blue fleece jumpsuit, onesie, or matching sweatpants and sweatshirt set.
DIY: Use a matching light blue sweatshirt and sweatpants set.
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Yellow felt belly patch
A large oval of bright yellow felt fabric to attach to the front of the torso.
DIY: Cut a large oval from a sheet of yellow felt or fabric and safety pin it to the chest.
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Blue monkey ears headband
A headband featuring light blue plush monkey ears, optionally with pink inner ear accents.
DIY: Cut ear shapes out of blue and pink felt and glue them onto a plain blue headband.
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Blue plush monkey tail
A long, flexible light blue plush tail attached to the back of the pants.
DIY: Stuff a long blue sock with batting, insert a wire for shape, and pin it to the waistband.
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Bright red rain boots
Shiny, solid bright red rubber rain boots or red shoe covers.
DIY: Wear red socks over your regular shoes or wrap your shoes in red felt.
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How to put it together

1
Put on the light blue jumpsuit, onesie, or matching sweatshirt and sweatpants.
2
Attach the yellow felt oval patch to the center of the chest using fabric glue, double-sided tape, or safety pins.
3
Secure the blue plush monkey tail to the back of the waistband using a strong safety pin.
4
Put on the bright red rain boots, pulling the pant legs slightly over the tops of the boots.
5
Place the blue monkey ears headband securely on your head.
6
Optionally, apply face paint to complete the monkey look.

Makeup & hair

Keep hair simple or tucked under the headband. Optionally, use brown or light blue face paint to draw a small monkey nose and muzzle on the face.

Boots the Monkey for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: Pair up with someone dressed as Dora the Explorer, complete with a pink shirt, orange shorts, and a purple backpack.
group: Form an explorer team with Dora, Diego, Swiper the Fox, and Map.
kids: An incredibly popular choice for toddlers using a plush, one-piece zippered character jumpsuit with built-in hood and booties.
Plus size: Use an oversized light blue fleece sweatsuit for a comfortable, warm, and highly adjustable fit.
pet: A blue pet hoodie paired with small red dog booties makes an adorable pet version.

Tips

Choose a fleece onesie or sweatsuit if you are trick-or-treating in cold weather, as it provides excellent warmth.
If using a wire in the tail, make sure the end is safely bent and covered so it doesn't poke through the fabric.
Make sure the red boots are comfortable for walking if you plan to wear this costume to a party or trick-or-treating.

Boots the Monkey costume FAQ

What kind of shoes does Boots wear?: Boots wears bright, solid red boots, which are his namesake. Red rubber rain boots or red shoe covers work perfectly.
How do you make a DIY Boots the Monkey costume?: Start with a light blue sweatsuit, pin a yellow felt oval to the chest, attach a blue plush tail to the back, wear a blue monkey ear headband, and finish with bright red boots.
Is Boots the Monkey a boy or a girl?: Boots is a male character from the animated series Dora the Explorer.

Did you know? Boots is named after his signature bright red boots, which he wears in every single episode of Dora the Explorer.