Ina Garten Costume
How easy is that? Dress as everyone's favorite culinary icon.
Dressing up as Ina Garten, the beloved host of Food Network's Barefoot Contessa, is a delightful and comfortable choice for food lovers. Her signature look is instantly recognizable, featuring a classic blue button-down shirt with popped collars and an elegant bob. It is a warm, inviting costume that celebrates good food, hospitality, and her famous catchphrase, 'How easy is that?'
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $25–75
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What you need for a Ina Garten costume
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Chambray or Royal Blue Button-Down Shirt
A structured, long-sleeved denim, chambray, or royal blue cotton button-down shirt with a collar designed to be popped.
DIY: Use any oversized blue button-down shirt from your closet and pop the collar.
Black Slacks or Pants
Simple, comfortable straight-leg black trousers or slacks.
DIY: Any clean black jeans or leggings will work perfectly.
Brown or Black Leather Loafers
Classic, comfortable leather loafers or boat shoes.
DIY: Any flat, comfortable slip-on shoes or flats.
Short Brown Bob Wig
A neat, chin-length brunette bob wig with straight bangs.
DIY: Style your own hair into a sleek, rounded chin-length bob if applicable.
Serving Tray with Props
A silver or wooden serving tray holding a bowl of lemons, a bunch of hydrangeas, or a plate of baked goods.
DIY: Use a baking sheet or cutting board from your kitchen and pile it with real lemons or fake flowers.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black slacks and slip into the comfortable leather loafers.
- 2
Put on the blue button-down shirt, buttoning it up but leaving the top one or two buttons open.
- 3
Pop the collar of the shirt so it stands up neatly around your neck. Roll the sleeves up slightly to your forearms.
- 4
Put on the short brunette bob wig, brushing it so it frames your face smoothly.
- 5
Prepare your serving tray by placing a bowl of fresh lemons, a vase of hydrangeas, or a plate of cookies on it.
- 6
Carry the tray with both hands and practice saying, 'How easy is that?' with a warm, welcoming smile.
Makeup & hair
Keep makeup natural and fresh with a touch of pink lipstick and a warm smile. The hair must be a sleek, rounded brunette bob that hits right at the chin with straight-across bangs.
Ina Garten for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as her husband, Jeffrey, wearing a blue button-down shirt, glasses, and a loving, adoring gaze.
- group
- Gather friends to dress as other Food Network stars like Guy Fieri, Martha Stewart, and Gordon Ramsay.
- kids
- A miniature version featuring an oversized blue shirt, a tiny whisk, and a plate of chocolate chip cookies.
- Plus size
- This classic, relaxed-fit button-down and trouser look is naturally comfortable and flattering for all body types.
- pet
- Dress a pet in a tiny blue collar or a chef's hat to be Ina's sous chef.
Tips
- Carry real baked goods on your tray to instantly become the most popular guest at any Halloween party.
- Keep the collar stiff by using collar stays or a bit of iron-on interfacing if your shirt fabric is too soft.
- For outdoor events, this costume is incredibly weather-friendly as you can easily layer a black undershirt beneath the button-down.
Ina Garten costume FAQ
- What is Ina Garten's signature style?
- Ina Garten is famous for wearing a deep blue or chambray button-down shirt with the collar popped, black trousers, comfortable flats, and a neat brunette bob.
- How do I make a DIY Ina Garten costume last minute?
- Grab a blue button-down shirt from your closet, pop the collar, wear black pants, and carry a kitchen prop like a wire whisk, a bowl of lemons, or a cookbook.
- What props should I carry for an Ina Garten costume?
- A silver serving tray with fresh lemons, a bouquet of blue hydrangeas, a wire whisk, or a copy of one of her 'Barefoot Contessa' cookbooks are perfect props.
Did you know? Ina Garten's famous store and show name, 'Barefoot Contessa,' was actually the name of the specialty food store she bought in 1978, which itself was named after the 1954 film starring Ava Gardner and Humphrey Bogart.