What kind of scarf does Gru wear?

Gru wears a long, knit scarf with alternating horizontal stripes of black and medium-grey.

How do I get Gru's bald head look?

You can use a flesh-toned latex bald cap secured with spirit gum and blended with makeup, or purchase a full Gru costume mask.

What are good props for a Gru costume?

An inflatable moon, a toy freeze ray gun, or a small plush Minion are perfect props to carry.

Skip the store: Use a plain black or dark grey zip-up sweater or windbreaker you already own. Paint grey stripes onto a plain black scarf using fabric paint, or use grey and black felt strips. A plain black crewneck t-shirt or long-sleeve shirt can work in a pinch.

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Gru Costume

Steal the moon in style with this iconic supervillain look.

Felonious Gru is the lovable, grumpy supervillain-turned-hero from the Despicable Me franchise. Known for his sharp wit, loyal Minions, and distinctive silhouette, he is a highly popular choice for Halloween and cosplay. His signature look consists of a dark grey collared jacket, a striped black-and-grey scarf, slim black pants, and a bald head.

Difficulty: Easy
Time: ~20 min
Budget: $25–75

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Dark grey collared jacket
A zip-up jacket in dark grey or black with a prominent collar and structured shoulders.
DIY: Use a plain black or dark grey zip-up sweater or windbreaker you already own.
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Striped knit scarf
A long knit scarf featuring alternating horizontal stripes of black and light grey.
DIY: Paint grey stripes onto a plain black scarf using fabric paint, or use grey and black felt strips.
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Black turtleneck
A simple black or dark grey knit turtleneck sweater to wear underneath the jacket.
DIY: A plain black crewneck t-shirt or long-sleeve shirt can work in a pinch.
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Slim black pants
Fitted black trousers, jeans, or chinos to mimic Gru's disproportionately skinny legs.
DIY: Any tight-fitting black jeans or black sweatpants.
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Bald cap
A flesh-toned latex bald cap to cover your hair and achieve Gru's signature smooth head.
DIY: If you already have a shaved head, you can skip this entirely; otherwise, a tight beige swim cap works.
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Inflatable moon prop
A small inflatable or plush moon to represent Gru's ultimate heist.
DIY: Cut a crescent or full moon shape out of cardboard and paint it silver.
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How to put it together

1
Put on the black turtleneck sweater as your base layer.
2
Slide on the slim-fit black pants and pair them with black dress shoes or boots.
3
Layer the dark grey collared zip-up jacket over the turtleneck, keeping it zipped up to the chest.
4
Wrap the black and grey striped scarf once or twice around your neck, letting the ends hang down the front.
5
Apply the latex bald cap according to package instructions, using spirit gum to secure the edges and blending with skin-tone makeup.
6
Grab your inflatable moon or a toy freeze ray prop to complete the supervillain persona.

Makeup & hair

If using a bald cap, apply foundation or concealer over the edges to blend it seamlessly into your forehead. For Gru's prominent nose, you can optionally apply a prosthetic pointed nose using spirit gum, or simply use contour makeup to sharpen your nose bridge.

Gru for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: Pair up with Lucy Wilde in her turquoise trench coat and sunglasses, or Dru in his matching all-white outfit.
group: One person dresses as Gru while everyone else wears yellow shirts, overalls, and goggles to be his Minions.
kids: Kids can wear a grey pullover, a striped scarf, and a printed Gru face mask for an easy school-friendly outfit.
Plus size: A loose-fitting grey zip-up jacket paired with comfortable black stretch pants offers an easy, accurate fit.
pet: Dress your dog in a yellow Minion t-shirt to act as your loyal sidekick.

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Diy gru costume: Skip the store: Use a plain black or dark grey zip-up sweater or windbreaker you already own. Paint grey stripes onto a plain black scarf using fabric paint, or use grey and black felt strips. A plain black crewneck t-shirt or long-sleeve shirt can work in a pinch.

Tips

To emphasize Gru's cartoonish silhouette, choose a jacket with slightly padded shoulders or add small foam inserts yourself.
Keep the scarf loosely wrapped so you don't overheat while indoors or at a party.
Practice your best faux-Eastern European accent and deliver classic lines like 'We are going to steal the moon!' for photos.
If you want to skip the bald cap, a pre-made plastic or foam Gru mask is a quick and affordable alternative.

Gru costume FAQ

What kind of scarf does Gru wear?: Gru wears a long, knit scarf with alternating horizontal stripes of black and medium-grey.
How do I get Gru's bald head look?: You can use a flesh-toned latex bald cap secured with spirit gum and blended with makeup, or purchase a full Gru costume mask.
What are good props for a Gru costume?: An inflatable moon, a toy freeze ray gun, or a small plush Minion are perfect props to carry.

Did you know? Gru's full name is Felonious Gru, and his distinctive accent is a unique, non-specific European blend created by voice actor Steve Carell.