El Chapulín Colorado Costume
No contaban con mi astucia! Dress as the beloved comedic superhero.
El Chapulín Colorado is the legendary, clumsy Mexican television superhero created by Chespirito. Instantly recognizable by his bright red and yellow outfit, heart logo, and squeaky hammer, this costume is a nostalgic favorite for parties and conventions. The look is simple to assemble using basic athletic wear or a pre-made jumpsuit.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $25–75
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What you need for a El Chapulín Colorado costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete El Chapulín Colorado costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Red jumpsuit or long-sleeve shirt and leggings
A form-fitting bright red base layer representing the hero's signature grasshopper suit.
DIY: Use a plain red long-sleeve t-shirt and matching red sweatpants.
Yellow shorts
Bright yellow athletic or board shorts worn over the red leggings.
DIY: Cut the legs of old yellow sweatpants to mid-thigh length.
Yellow heart patch with 'CH' logo
A yellow felt heart featuring the red letters 'CH' centered on the chest.
DIY: Cut a heart shape out of yellow felt, paint 'CH' on it in red fabric paint, and safety pin it to the shirt.
Red hood with yellow antennae
A snug red hood or balaclava featuring two flexible yellow antennae with red pom-poms on the tips.
DIY: Attach yellow pipe cleaners with red craft pom-poms to a red beanie or hood.
Yellow sneakers with red laces
Bright yellow canvas sneakers or athletic shoes laced with vibrant red laces.
DIY: Use any yellow shoes and swap the laces for red ones.
Squeaky hammer prop (Chipote Chillón)
A toy plastic hammer with a red handle and a double-sided yellow head.
DIY: Paint a toy plastic hammer with red and yellow acrylic paint.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made El Chapulín Colorado costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the red long-sleeve shirt and matching red leggings or pants.
- 2
Pull the bright yellow shorts on over the red leggings.
- 3
Secure the yellow heart patch with the red 'CH' logo centered on your chest using fabric glue or safety pins.
- 4
Put on the yellow sneakers laced with red laces.
- 5
Pull the red hood or beanie over your head, ensuring the yellow antennae stand upright.
- 6
Grab your squeaky red and yellow hammer prop to complete the look.
Makeup & hair
No special makeup is required. Keep hair tucked completely inside the red hood so the antennae remain the main focus.
El Chapulín Colorado for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with El Chavo del Ocho for a classic Chespirito tribute.
- group
- Gather friends to dress as other Chespirito characters like Quico, La Chilindrina, and Don Ramón.
- kids
- Use a red toddler onesie, yellow shorts, and a soft felt hood with pipe-cleaner antennae.
- Plus size
- Opt for loose-fitting red sweatpants and a red sweatshirt instead of tight compression gear for a comfortable fit.
- pet
- A red dog hoodie with a yellow felt heart glued to the back and soft yellow felt antennae attached to the hood.
Tips
- Ensure the antennae are secured tightly to the hood so they bounce when you move without falling over.
- Carry the squeaky hammer and practice his famous catchphrases like '¡No contaban con mi astucia!' for photos.
- Wear lightweight, breathable layers underneath if you are wearing a full spandex bodysuit to stay comfortable indoors.
El Chapulín Colorado costume FAQ
- What does the 'CH' stand for on his chest?
- It stands for 'Chapulín,' which is a Mexican Spanish word for a grasshopper.
- What is his hammer called?
- His signature weapon is called the 'Chipote Chillón' (Squeaky Mallet), a red and yellow plastic toy hammer.
- Is this costume warm enough for cold weather?
- Yes, if you use thick thermal layers or fleece-lined red leggings and shirts as your base.
Did you know? El Chapulín Colorado was created by Roberto Gómez Bolaños (Chespirito) in 1970 as a parody of traditional American comic book superheroes.