Carl and Ellie Costume
Bring Pixar's most heartwarming love story to life this Halloween.
Carl and Ellie from Disney Pixar's Up are one of cinema's most beloved couples, making them a favorite choice for pairs of all ages. This guide focuses on their iconic adventure-loving childhood/young adult looks, featuring Carl's vintage explorer style and Ellie's signature pink overalls. It is a nostalgic, heartwarming costume that is instantly recognizable and easy to put together.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $40–90
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What you need for a Carl and Ellie costume
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Ellie's Pink Overalls
Light pink denim or cotton overalls worn over a simple top.
DIY: Dye a pair of white overalls using light pink fabric dye.
Ellie's Yellow T-Shirt
A plain, short-sleeve yellow crewneck t-shirt worn under the overalls.
Carl's Tweed Vest or Cardigan
A brown or tan knit cardigan sweater or tweed vest.
Carl's White Dress Shirt and Bow Tie
A classic white collared button-down shirt paired with a dark bow tie.
Carl's Thick Black Glasses
Square, thick-framed black costume glasses with clear lenses.
DIY: Pop the lenses out of a cheap pair of black plastic sunglasses.
Grape Soda Pin
The iconic bottle cap pin worn on the lapel or suspenders.
DIY: Glue a safety pin to the back of a purple grape soda bottle cap.
Adventure Book Prop
A brown scrapbook with 'My Adventure Book' written on the cover in colorful letters.
DIY: Decorate a brown binder or photo album with craft paper and paint.
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How to put it together
- 1
For Ellie: Put on the yellow t-shirt and layer the pink overalls over it, fastening the straps securely.
- 2
For Ellie: Tie your hair into messy, playful pigtails or a loose ponytail to capture her energetic childhood spirit.
- 3
For Carl: Put on the white button-down shirt, button it to the top, and fasten the dark bow tie around the collar.
- 4
For Carl: Layer the brown cardigan or tweed vest over the dress shirt, leaving it unbuttoned or partially buttoned.
- 5
For Carl: Put on the thick-framed black glasses and pin the Grape Soda badge to your cardigan lapel.
- 6
Carry the 'My Adventure Book' scrapbook as a shared prop, or hold a small bunch of colorful helium balloons.
Makeup & hair
Ellie wears her hair in messy, playful pigtails or a loose, wavy ponytail with minimal, natural makeup. Carl has neat, side-parted hair and can wear temporary gray hair-spray if portraying his older self.
Carl and Ellie for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- One person dresses as Carl in his cardigan, glasses, and bow tie, while the other dresses as Ellie in her pink overalls and yellow shirt.
- group
- Add a third friend dressed as Russell the Wilderness Explorer in a yellow shirt, sash, and orange cap.
- kids
- Perfect for siblings; use miniature overalls for Ellie and a tiny bow tie, suspenders, and plastic glasses for Carl.
- Plus size
- Overalls with stretch denim offer a comfortable fit for Ellie; Carl's cardigan can be swapped for a comfortable brown knit vest.
- pet
- Dress a dog as Dug the golden retriever with a custom 'talking collar' made from grey felt.
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Up couple costume
- One person dresses as Carl in his cardigan, glasses, and bow tie, while the other dresses as Ellie in her pink overalls and yellow shirt.
Tips
- If carrying real helium balloons, secure them tightly to a wristband so you don't lose them outdoors.
- Wear comfortable sneakers or canvas shoes, as both characters are built for backyard adventures.
- The Grape Soda pin is the ultimate detail; place it prominently so fans of the movie instantly recognize the reference.
- Take photos holding hands while holding the 'My Adventure Book' between you.
Carl and Ellie costume FAQ
- What do you need for a DIY Carl and Ellie costume?
- You need pink overalls and a yellow shirt for Ellie, and a brown cardigan, white shirt, bow tie, and thick black glasses for Carl. Don't forget the Grape Soda pin!
- How do you make the 'My Adventure Book' prop?
- Take a plain brown scrapbook or photo album, tie the spine with a leather cord, and use colorful paint or stickers to write 'My Adventure Book' on the cover.
- Can we do the older version of Carl and Ellie?
- Yes! For older Carl, wear a brown suit jacket, a grape soda pin, thick glasses, and use a tennis-ball walker. For older Ellie, wear a vintage floral dress and style your hair in a gray bun.
Did you know? The 'Grape Soda' brand featured on Ellie's pin is the same fictional brand of soda seen in other Pixar films, including Toy Story.