CatNap Costume
Bring the eerie, smiling terror of Poppy Playtime to life.
CatNap is the terrifying, purple feline antagonist from Poppy Playtime Chapter 3: Deep Sleep. Popular among gamers and horror fans, this costume captures his unsettling wide-grinned smile and lanky silhouette. The signature look relies on a vibrant purple body, a giant yellow crescent moon charm, and his iconic, eerie expression.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $30–80
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What you need for a CatNap costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete CatNap costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Purple Jumpsuit
A full-body, long-sleeved purple jumpsuit or onesie made of soft fleece or spandex.
DIY: Use a matching purple long-sleeve shirt and purple sweatpants.
CatNap Mask
A molded mask featuring CatNap's wide, black, hollow-eyed smile and triangular cat ears.
DIY: Cut a mask shape from black and purple cardboard, drawing the massive smile with white paint.
Crescent Moon Zipper Charm
A large, bright yellow crescent moon pendant hanging from the front collar zipper.
DIY: Cut a crescent moon shape out of yellow craft foam and attach it to the chest with a safety pin.
Purple Gloves
Simple purple fabric gloves to cover your hands and match the jumpsuit.
DIY: Use purple winter gloves or paint cheap white cotton gloves with purple fabric paint.
Purple Shoe Covers
Purple fabric boot covers or matching purple socks worn over your shoes.
DIY: Wear oversized purple socks over your regular sneakers.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made CatNap costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the purple jumpsuit or the matching purple shirt and pants combination.
- 2
Attach the large yellow crescent moon charm to the center of the chest or the zipper pull.
- 3
Slip on the purple gloves, ensuring they tuck neatly under the sleeves of the jumpsuit.
- 4
Put on the purple shoe covers or pull the matching purple socks over your shoes.
- 5
Secure the CatNap mask over your face, adjusting the strap for a comfortable fit.
- 6
If using a hooded jumpsuit, pull the hood up over the back of the mask to conceal your hair.
Makeup & hair
No hair styling is needed as the head is fully covered by the mask or hood. If not using a full mask, apply black face paint around your eyes and draw a massive, wide black grin stretching from ear to ear over your cheeks.
CatNap for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as Huggy Wuggy or Mommy Long Legs for a Poppy Playtime duo.
- group
- Form a group of the Smiling Critters, with friends dressing up as DogDay, CraftyCorn, and Bobby BearHug.
- kids
- An official kids' jumpsuit with an integrated hood and lightweight plastic mask is widely available.
- Plus size
- Use an oversized purple fleece union suit or matching purple sweatpants and a 2XL hoodie for a comfortable, loose fit.
- pet
- Dress your pet in a simple purple dog hoodie with a small yellow felt crescent moon attached to the collar.
Tips
- Ensure the eye holes on your mask are wide enough for safe visibility, especially when walking in low-light environments.
- If wearing a full latex or plastic mask, take regular breaks to cool down and prevent condensation buildup.
- Keep your hands free by choosing gloves with touchscreen-compatible fingertips.
- For photos, pose with your arms hanging loosely by your sides and tilt your head slightly to capture CatNap's creepy, lanky stance.
CatNap costume FAQ
- What color is CatNap from Poppy Playtime?
- CatNap is a distinct, vibrant purple color from head to toe, accented by a bright yellow crescent moon charm on his chest.
- How do I make a DIY CatNap moon charm?
- You can easily make the charm by cutting a crescent shape out of thick yellow craft foam or cardboard, painting it bright yellow, and attaching it to your collar with a safety pin.
- Is CatNap's face a mask or makeup?
- While a molded plastic or latex mask captures his wide, hollow-eyed smile best, you can achieve a similar creepy look using black and white face paint.
Did you know? CatNap is the leader of the Smiling Critters plush toy line in the Poppy Playtime lore, and he emits a red, sleep-inducing gas from his mouth to put his victims to sleep.