Gretchen Wieners Costume
That is so fetch! Recreate Gretchen's iconic Mean Girls style.
Gretchen Wieners is the gossip-loving, toaster-strudel heiress from the 2004 teen comedy Mean Girls. Fans love dressing up as Gretchen for her classic Y2K style, whether she is wearing her signature pink plaid outfit or her memorable Halloween cat costume. This guide covers both looks so you can channel your inner Plastic.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $30–80
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What you need for a Gretchen Wieners costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Gretchen Wieners costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Pink pleated plaid skirt
A high-waisted pleated mini skirt in a pink, brown, and white plaid pattern.
Brown mock-neck sweater
A fitted, short-sleeve or long-sleeve ribbed knit mock-neck sweater in light brown or beige.
DIY: Use any fitted tan or brown t-shirt from your closet.
Black faux leather bodysuit
For her alternative Halloween look: a fitted black faux leather long-sleeve bodysuit with a front zipper.
DIY: A black long-sleeve top paired with black leggings.
Black cat ears headband
Plush black cat ears on a simple black headband to complete the Halloween party look.
DIY: Cut ear shapes out of black felt and glue them to a plain headband.
Pointed-toe heels
Classic Y2K-style pointed-toe pumps or kitten heels in pink or nude.
DIY: Any dressy flats or heels you already own.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Gretchen Wieners costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Choose your vibe: go with the classic school outfit (pink plaid skirt and brown sweater) or the Halloween party look (black bodysuit and cat ears).
- 2
For the school look, tuck the fitted brown mock-neck sweater neatly into the high-waisted pink plaid pleated skirt.
- 3
For the Halloween look, step into the black faux leather bodysuit, zip it halfway, and slide on the black cat ears headband.
- 4
Style your hair into voluminous, bouncy Y2K curls (remember, her hair is full of secrets).
- 5
Put on a pair of neutral or pink pointed-toe heels to elongate the legs.
- 6
Carry a small shoulder bag or a prop Burn Book to complete the Mean Girls aesthetic.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair in voluminous, bouncy brunette curls with plenty of hairspray for that classic mid-2000s volume. Keep makeup soft and glowing with pink lip gloss, light blush, and neutral eyeshadow.
Gretchen Wieners for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Regina George, Karen Smith, or Cady Heron in matching pink outfits.
- group
- Gather your friends to dress as the full lineup of The Plastics, complete with a Burn Book prop.
- kids
- A pink pleated skirt, a tiny cardigan, and a pink headband make a cute mini-Plastic look.
- Plus size
- Look for high-waisted pleated skirts with elastic waistbands for a comfortable, flattering fit.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a pink dog sweater that says 'Fetch' on the back.
Tips
- If you choose the school look, remember that on Wednesdays we wear pink—this outfit fits the rule perfectly.
- Keep a small notebook decorated to look like the 'Burn Book' as a fun, recognizable photo prop.
- For the cat costume, wear black tights underneath the bodysuit if you are trick-or-treating in cold weather.
Gretchen Wieners costume FAQ
- What is Gretchen Wieners' Halloween costume?
- Gretchen wears a black faux leather long-sleeve bodysuit with a small collar, a front zipper, black cat ears, and a collar necklace.
- How do I style my hair like Gretchen Wieners?
- Gretchen is famous for her big, curly brown hair. Use a curling iron to create tight, bouncy curls, then brush them out slightly and use volumizing spray.
- What are Gretchen's signature colors?
- She frequently wears pink, brown, beige, and plaid patterns that fit the early 2000s aesthetic.
Did you know? Gretchen's famous catchphrase 'fetch' was inspired by British slang that screenwriter Tina Fey heard while researching teen culture.