Cougar Hunter Costume
Hunt for laughs in this hilarious, camo-clad pun costume.
The Cougar Hunter costume is a classic, tongue-in-cheek pun outfit that always gets a laugh at Halloween parties. Playing on the double meaning of the word 'cougar,' this look combines rugged outdoor hunting gear with humorous, suggestive patches. The outfit typically features a camouflage jumpsuit or utility vest paired with safari accessories like binoculars and a trucker hat.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $25–60
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What you need for a Cougar Hunter costume
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Camouflage Jumpsuit
A short-sleeved utility jumpsuit or romper in a classic green and brown woodland camouflage print.
DIY: Wear a camouflage t-shirt paired with matching camo cargo pants.
Cougar Hunter Patches
Embroidered iron-on or velcro patches featuring humorous phrases like 'Cougar Hunter' or 'Cougar Patrol'.
DIY: Print the text onto cardstock, cut it out, and safety pin it to your chest.
Trucker Hat
A classic mesh-back trucker hat, preferably in bright hunter orange or matching camouflage.
DIY: Use any solid-colored baseball cap you already own.
Toy Binoculars
Lightweight plastic binoculars on a black strap to wear around your neck.
DIY: Tape two empty toilet paper rolls together, paint them black, and add a yarn strap.
Aviator Sunglasses
Classic gold-rimmed aviator sunglasses with dark lenses.
DIY: Use any dark sunglasses you have on hand.
Plush Cougar Toy
A small stuffed animal mountain lion or cougar to tuck into your pocket.
DIY: Use any small cat plush toy or skip this accessory.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Cougar Hunter costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the camouflage jumpsuit, or slip into your camo pants and t-shirt combo.
- 2
Attach the 'Cougar Hunter' patches to the chest or sleeves of your outfit using safety pins or adhesive backing.
- 3
Hang the binoculars around your neck so they rest comfortably on your chest.
- 4
Put on the aviator sunglasses and place the trucker hat on your head, facing forward.
- 5
Tuck the small plush cougar toy into your front pocket so the head peeks out.
- 6
Complete the look with a pair of rugged hiking boots or work boots.
Makeup & hair
Keep your hair simple and messy under the trucker hat. A bit of rugged stubble or a fake mustache adds to the outdoorsman aesthetic.
Cougar Hunter for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- One partner dresses as a glamorous 'cougar' in a leopard-print dress and cat ears, while the other wears the hunter gear.
- group
- A squad of hunters in matching camo vests, each sporting different funny 'prey' patches.
- Plus size
- A loose-fitting khaki utility vest worn over a green or camo t-shirt offers an adjustable, comfortable fit.
- pet
- Dress a dog in a small mountain lion mane or cat ears to be your 'captured' cougar.
Tips
- Keep the humor lighthearted and fun; the patches do most of the comedic work.
- Use a lightweight polyester jumpsuit to avoid overheating at crowded indoor parties.
- Utilize the jumpsuit's functional cargo pockets to securely store your phone, keys, and wallet.
Cougar Hunter costume FAQ
- What does a Cougar Hunter costume consist of?
- It typically features a camouflage or khaki utility jumpsuit, a trucker hat, binoculars, and humorous 'Cougar Hunter' patches.
- How do I make a DIY Cougar Hunter costume?
- Wear your own camo pants and a green t-shirt, add a khaki vest, print out a custom 'Cougar Hunter' badge to pin to your chest, and carry binoculars.
- What is a good couples version of this costume?
- Have one person wear a glamorous leopard-print dress with cat ears (the 'cougar') while the other wears the hunter gear.
Did you know? This costume is a popular double-entendre pun that plays on the slang term 'cougar' for an attractive older woman and the actual wild mountain lion.