Hamburger Costume
A delicious, crowd-pleasing classic that is always in good taste.
The hamburger costume is a beloved, lighthearted choice for Halloween, food festivals, and backyard barbecues. This iconic look features a round, layered design representing sesame seed buns, a savory patty, melted cheese, lettuce, and tomato. Whether you buy a pre-made tunic or craft one yourself, it is guaranteed to bring smiles and cravings wherever you go.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $20–60
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What you need for a Hamburger costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Hamburger costume — one box instead of 4 pieces.
Hamburger Tunic
A plush, foam-backed circular tunic printed with layers of bun, patty, cheese, lettuce, and tomato.
DIY: Cut two large circles from cardboard, paint them like burger buns with white felt sesame seeds, and sandwich layers of green, red, and yellow felt between them.
Neutral Undergarments
A solid black or brown long-sleeve shirt and matching pants to keep the focus on the burger.
DIY: Use any solid dark-colored sweatpants and t-shirt from your closet.
Sesame Seed Hat
A brown or tan beret or beanie decorated with small white fabric seeds.
DIY: Glue small teardrop-shaped pieces of white felt onto a plain tan beanie.
Condiment Bottle Props
Empty plastic red ketchup and yellow mustard squeeze bottles to carry as fun accessories.
DIY: Clean out real empty condiment bottles and secure the lids tightly.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Hamburger costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the solid black or brown long-sleeve shirt and matching pants as your base layer.
- 2
Slip the foam hamburger tunic over your head, adjusting the shoulder straps so it sits comfortably on your chest.
- 3
Pull the armholes of the tunic down to ensure full range of motion.
- 4
Put on the tan sesame seed hat, angling it slightly for a playful look.
- 5
Carry the red and yellow condiment squeeze bottles in your hands as props.
Makeup & hair
Keep makeup natural and simple. If desired, paint small red and yellow ketchup and mustard swirls on your cheeks using face paint.
Hamburger for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as French fries, a hot dog, or a bottle of ketchup.
- group
- Create a fast-food combo meal with friends dressing as fries, a soft drink, milkshakes, and a hot dog.
- kids
- A smaller plush slip-on burger tunic over comfortable red or brown sweatpants.
- Plus size
- Look for open-sided sandwich-board style tunics with adjustable side straps for a comfortable, flexible fit.
- pet
- A lightweight plush burger saddle harness that secures gently around your dog's chest and belly.
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Hamburger costume for dogs
- A lightweight plush burger saddle harness that secures gently around your dog's chest and belly.
Tips
- Wear comfortable shoes, as the tunic will draw a lot of attention and keep you on your feet chatting.
- Choose a flexible foam tunic if you plan on sitting down frequently during your event.
- Keep your base layer lightweight if wearing the costume indoors, as foam tunics can trap body heat.
Hamburger costume FAQ
- How do you make a DIY hamburger costume?
- You can make a simple no-sew version by cutting large circles out of cardboard for the buns, painting them brown, and gluing colorful felt sheets (green for lettuce, yellow for cheese, red for tomatoes) in layers between them.
- What should I wear under a hamburger costume?
- Solid black, brown, or neutral-colored clothing like leggings, jeans, t-shirts, or long-sleeve shirts work best so they do not distract from the burger design.
- Is a hamburger costume comfortable to wear all night?
- Yes, most commercial hamburger costumes are lightweight foam tunics that slip over your head, leaving your arms and legs completely free.
Did you know? The cheeseburger costume became a pop culture icon when singer Katy Perry wore a massive, custom-designed crystal-encrusted burger dress to a high-fashion afterparty in 2019.