Hello Kitty Costume
Bring the world's most beloved Sanrio icon to life with ease.
Hello Kitty is Sanrio's most famous character, loved worldwide for her sweet personality and timeless design [1.2.7]. Dressing as her is a popular choice for Halloween and cosplay because her classic color palette is instantly recognizable. This look features her signature blue overalls, a bright red shirt, white cat ears, and her iconic red bow.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $25–60
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What you need for a Hello Kitty costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Hello Kitty costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
White cat ears headband with a red bow
Plush white cat ears on a headband, featuring a large, stuffed bright red bow on the left ear.
DIY: Cut ear shapes from white felt, glue them to a white headband, and attach a handmade red fabric bow to the left ear.
Blue denim overalls or jumper dress
Classic medium-wash denim overalls or a denim overall dress to mimic her signature blue jumpsuit.
DIY: Use any blue skirt paired with blue suspenders over your shirt.
Red long-sleeve shirt
A solid, bright red crewneck long-sleeve t-shirt or sweatshirt worn underneath the overalls.
DIY: A short-sleeve red t-shirt or red turtleneck works just as well.
White tights or leggings
Opaque white tights or leggings to represent Hello Kitty's white fur.
DIY: Wear white skinny jeans or white sweatpants instead.
Yellow nose and whisker makeup
Yellow face paint or a yellow makeup crayon for the nose, and black liquid eyeliner for the whiskers.
DIY: Use a yellow eyeshadow mixed with a bit of primer for the nose, and a standard black eyeliner pencil for whiskers.
White sneakers or flats
Clean, solid white canvas sneakers or slip-on shoes to complete the clean cartoon aesthetic.
DIY: Any white shoes or boots you already own will work perfectly.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Hello Kitty costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the opaque white tights or leggings first.
- 2
Layer the solid red long-sleeve shirt over your upper body.
- 3
Step into the blue denim overalls or jumper dress, securing the shoulder straps over the red shirt.
- 4
Lace up your clean white sneakers or slip on your white flats.
- 5
Place the white cat ears headband on your head, ensuring the red bow sits on your left side.
- 6
Apply the yellow nose makeup and draw three black whiskers on each cheek using eyeliner.
Makeup & hair
Keep your hair simple or tucked back under the headband. Use yellow face paint to draw a small, neat oval directly on the tip of your nose, then draw three thin, parallel black whisker lines on each cheek using black liquid eyeliner.
Hello Kitty for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Dear Daniel wearing a blue suit with a red tie, or Mimmy White wearing a yellow bow on her right ear.
- group
- Gather friends to dress as other Sanrio favorites like My Melody, Kuromi, Keroppi, and Cinnamoroll.
- kids
- An incredibly cute option for toddlers using a white fleece onesie, denim overalls, and a soft felt bow headband.
- Plus size
- Look for stretch-denim overalls or a denim skater skirt with suspenders for a comfortable, flexible fit.
- pet
- A simple white pet hoodie with a red felt bow attached to one ear makes an adorable, lightweight costume.
More ways people search for this costume
The most-searched variations of “Hello Kitty costume”, and how this look adapts to each.
Hello kitty diy costume
- Skip the store: Cut ear shapes from white felt, glue them to a white headband, and attach a handmade red fabric bow to the left ear. Use any blue skirt paired with blue suspenders over your shirt. A short-sleeve red t-shirt or red turtleneck works just as well.
Tips
- Opt for stretch denim or a denim skirt variant if you plan on sitting or dancing for long periods.
- Keep a black eyeliner pencil in your bag for quick whisker touch-ups throughout the night.
- If it is cold, layer a white long-sleeve thermal under your red shirt and wear thick fleece-lined white leggings.
- For photos, pose with your hands near your face like paws and tilt your head slightly to highlight the bow.
Hello Kitty costume FAQ
- What side does Hello Kitty's bow go on?
- Hello Kitty always wears her signature red bow on her left ear, which is on your left side when wearing the headband.
- How do you do Hello Kitty makeup?
- Paint a small yellow oval on the tip of your nose and draw three black whisker lines on each cheek. Keep the rest of your face clean and simple.
- What is the difference between Hello Kitty and Mimmy?
- Hello Kitty's twin sister, Mimmy, wears a yellow bow on her right ear, while Hello Kitty wears a red bow on her left ear.
Did you know? Hello Kitty was created in 1974 by designer Yuko Shimizu, and her very first appearance was on a small vinyl coin purse sold in Japan in 1975.