How do I get Dexter's signature orange hair?

You can use temporary orange hair color wax or spray for a molded cartoon look, or purchase a short, spiky orange cosplay wig.

What kind of gloves does Dexter wear?

Dexter wears bright purple gloves. Standard purple household cleaning gloves or purple nitrile gloves work perfectly.

Can I make a DIY Dexter costume last minute?

Yes, all you need is a white button-down shirt or lab coat, black pants, black glasses, purple dish gloves, and orange hair spray.

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Dexter's Laboratory Costume

Bring the 90s boy genius to life with this simple look.

Relive the golden era of 90s Cartoon Network with a classic Dexter's Laboratory costume. Perfect for nostalgic animation fans, this look captures the boy genius in his signature scientific gear. It is instantly recognizable, budget-friendly, and easy to assemble using everyday items.

Difficulty: Easy
Time: ~20 min
Budget: $25–60

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What you need for a Dexter's Laboratory costume

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White lab coat
A classic white, knee-length lab coat buttoned completely to the top.
DIY: Use an oversized white button-down shirt with the collar popped.
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Purple gloves
Bright purple rubber or latex gloves that extend past the wrists.
DIY: Paint yellow dishwashing gloves with purple multi-surface acrylic paint.
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Black square glasses
Thick-rimmed, oversized black square glasses with clear or no lenses.
DIY: Pop the lenses out of cheap black plastic sunglasses.
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Orange hair color or wig
A short, spiky bright orange wig or temporary orange hair wax.
DIY: Style your natural hair with heavy-hold gel and orange temporary hair spray.
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Black pants
Simple, straight-fit black trousers or work pants.
DIY: Any plain black jeans or chinos you already own.
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Black boots
Plain black slip-on boots or clean black dress shoes.
DIY: Any solid black sneakers or dress shoes.
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How to put it together

1
Put on the black straight-fit pants and black boots.
2
Put on the white lab coat and button it completely to the top collar.
3
Style your hair into a short, spiky look using orange temporary hair wax, or put on the orange wig.
4
Slip on the thick-rimmed black square glasses.
5
Pull the purple rubber gloves over your hands, tucking the sleeves of the lab coat securely inside the gloves.

Makeup & hair

Style your hair into a short, spiky, forward-facing point using bright orange temporary hair color wax or hair spray. Keep makeup minimal, focusing on clean skin to match the clean cartoon aesthetic.

Dexter's Laboratory for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: Pair up with someone dressed as Dee Dee in a pink tutu, white tights, and blonde pigtails.
group: Add Mandark in his blue button-down shirt, black shorts, and bowl cut, along with Mom and Dad in their classic 50s-style attire.
kids: A miniature lab coat, purple gloves, and orange hair spray make an adorable kids' version.
Plus size: Choose a loose-fitting, comfortable white lab coat and stretch-fit black trousers for an easy, flexible fit.
pet: Dress your pet in a tiny white lab coat or a simple purple bandana.

Tips

Use thick dishwashing gloves for the perfect cartoonish purple glove look.
Pop the lenses out of cheap black plastic glasses to avoid camera glare in photos.
Tuck your lab coat sleeves securely into the gloves so they stay in place all night.

Dexter's Laboratory costume FAQ

How do I get Dexter's signature orange hair?: You can use temporary orange hair color wax or spray for a molded cartoon look, or purchase a short, spiky orange cosplay wig.
What kind of gloves does Dexter wear?: Dexter wears bright purple gloves. Standard purple household cleaning gloves or purple nitrile gloves work perfectly.
Can I make a DIY Dexter costume last minute?: Yes, all you need is a white button-down shirt or lab coat, black pants, black glasses, purple dish gloves, and orange hair spray.

Did you know? Dexter's Laboratory was the very first Cartoon Cartoon to be greenlit by Cartoon Network, debuting in 1996.