Hubie Dubois Costume
Protect Salem this Halloween in Hubie's signature volunteer patrol gear.
Hubie Dubois is the eccentric, sweet-natured protagonist of the horror-comedy Hubie Halloween. Fans love this costume because it is incredibly comfortable, easy to put together, and instantly recognizable to comedy fans. The look features a rugged brown work jacket, cargo pants, and Hubie's essential multi-tool thermos.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $35–85
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What you need for a Hubie Dubois costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Hubie Dubois costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Brown canvas work jacket
A rugged, zip-up brown utility jacket made of heavy canvas material.
DIY: Use any old brown zip-up jacket or heavy utility shirt you already own.
Dark gray t-shirt
A simple crewneck t-shirt in a solid dark gray color.
Dark green cargo pants
Loose-fitting cargo pants in olive green or dark forest green with side pockets.
DIY: Use dark green chinos or camouflage pants instead.
Silver thermos
A classic, cylindrical silver metal vacuum thermos with a black lid.
DIY: Wrap an empty plastic bottle in aluminum foil and add a black cap.
Neon orange safety sash
A bright, reflective neon orange sash worn diagonally across the torso.
DIY: Cut a strip of orange fabric or use a neon safety vest.
Brown hiking boots
Sturdy, dark brown leather hiking boots or work shoes.
DIY: Any dark brown sneakers or work boots will work.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Hubie Dubois costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the dark gray crewneck t-shirt as your base layer.
- 2
Slip into the dark green cargo pants and secure them with a simple black belt.
- 3
Layer the brown canvas work jacket over the t-shirt, leaving it unzipped to show the gray shirt.
- 4
Put on the sturdy brown hiking boots or work shoes.
- 5
Drape the neon orange safety sash diagonally across your chest from shoulder to hip.
- 6
Carry the silver thermos in your hand to represent Hubie's famous multi-tool gadget.
Makeup & hair
Keep your hair messy, casual, and slightly parted to one side. No makeup is required, but maintaining a slightly worried, earnest facial expression helps capture Hubie's anxious personality.
Hubie Dubois for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with Violet Valentine in her red diner waitress uniform and name tag.
- group
- Gather friends to dress as the Salem school kids, the local police officers, or classic Halloween monsters.
- kids
- A great, warm choice for kids using a mini brown canvas jacket and a lightweight plastic thermos toy.
- Plus size
- The loose-fitting cargo pants and relaxed-fit canvas jacket make this exceptionally comfortable for all body types.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a matching neon orange safety vest to be Hubie's patrol partner.
Tips
- Keep the jacket unzipped to show off the gray t-shirt underneath.
- Use a real thermos so you can carry your favorite warm beverage while trick-or-treating in the cold.
- Practice Hubie's signature high-pitched, nervous voice to bring the character to life.
Hubie Dubois costume FAQ
- What is Hubie's most important prop?
- His Swiss Army-style thermos. Carrying a classic silver vacuum insulated thermos is essential for this costume.
- Is this costume good for cold weather?
- Yes, the heavy canvas jacket and long cargo pants make this one of the warmest and most practical Halloween costumes.
- How do I make the thermos look like his multi-tool?
- You can tape a plastic straw, a small flashlight, or a toy megaphone to the side of a silver thermos to mimic his custom gadget.
Did you know? Hubie's multi-functional thermos in the film serves as a megaphone, a flashlight, a vacuum, and even a soup dispenser.