Goob Costume
Bring the misunderstood villain of the future to life.
Michael 'Goob' Yagoobian, better known as the Bowler Hat Guy, is the delightfully clumsy villain from Disney's Meet the Robinsons. This costume is a favorite for animation fans who love theatrical, melodramatic characters. The look centers on an all-black ensemble, a dramatic cape, a pencil mustache, and his robotic partner-in-crime, Doris the bowler hat.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $30–80
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What you need for a Goob costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Goob costume — one box instead of 7 pieces.
Black bowler hat
A classic black felt bowler or derby hat to serve as the base for Doris.
DIY: Use a cheap plastic party bowler hat and spray paint it matte black.
Red LED light or adhesive gem
A small, round red light or shiny red dome sticker to place on the front of the hat for Doris's eye.
DIY: Cut a circle out of red metallic paper or use a red plastic bottle cap.
Black high-collar cape
A flowing black cape, preferably with a stiff, high collar to frame the face.
DIY: Cut a semi-circle of black fabric and attach a stiffened felt collar to the neckline.
Black long-sleeve shirt
A simple, slim-fitting black crewneck or turtleneck shirt.
Black skinny pants
Form-fitting black trousers or skinny jeans to match the character's lanky silhouette.
Black gloves
Sleek black fabric or faux-leather gloves.
Black pencil mustache
A thin, adhesive black mustache that curves slightly downward.
DIY: Draw the mustache directly onto your skin using a black liquid eyeliner pen.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Goob costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the slim-fitting black long-sleeve shirt and black skinny trousers.
- 2
Fasten the dramatic black high-collared cape securely around your neck.
- 3
Slip on the black gloves to complete the sleek, villainous look.
- 4
Apply the thin, adhesive pencil mustache just above your upper lip, or draw it on with eyeliner.
- 5
Attach the red LED light or red gem to the front center of the bowler hat to represent Doris's camera eye.
- 6
Place the bowler hat firmly on your head, tilting it slightly forward to cast a shadow over your eyes.
Makeup & hair
Apply pale face makeup and blend dark purple or grey eyeshadow under your eyes to mimic Goob's sleep-deprived look. Slick your hair flat under the bowler hat.
Goob for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as Lewis (Cornelius Robinson) or Wilbur Robinson.
- group
- Create a Meet the Robinsons group with Lewis, Wilbur, Franny, and a T-Rex.
- kids
- Dress up as young Goob in a white and blue baseball uniform with a baseball glove and tired eyes.
- Plus size
- Opt for a comfortable, flowing black trench coat or cloak instead of a tight-fitting cape.
- pet
- Dress a small dog or cat in a tiny black bowler hat.
Tips
- Use a lightweight bowler hat so it stays balanced on your head all night.
- For Doris's eye, a cheap battery-operated red LED tea light works perfectly to glow in the dark.
- Practice your best melodramatic, theatrical villain poses and evil laughs for photos.
Goob costume FAQ
- Start with a standard black felt bowler hat. Attach a red dome lens or a battery-powered red LED light to the front center. You can add thin black pipe cleaners to the sides to mimic her folded mechanical legs.
- What does Goob wear under the cape?
- He wears a simple, form-fitting black long-sleeve shirt and matching black trousers, keeping the focus on his cape and hat.
- Is this costume suitable for cold weather?
- Yes, the long sleeves, pants, gloves, and cape make it naturally warm and easy to layer underneath.
Did you know? In Meet the Robinsons, Goob's villainous turn is entirely fueled by sleep deprivation after keeping his roommate awake, making his tired eyes a key character detail.