Jessie Costume
Yee-haw! Bring Toy Story's energetic yodeling cowgirl to life.
Jessie the Yodeling Cowgirl from Disney Pixar's Toy Story franchise is a beloved choice for Halloween and cosplay. Known for her high-energy personality and classic western style, her look is instantly recognizable. This costume features a distinctive yellow-and-white western shirt, cow-print chaps, blue jeans, and her signature red cowgirl hat.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–120
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What you need for a Jessie costume
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Red cowgirl hat
A bright red wide-brimmed cowboy hat featuring white whipstitching or lacing around the outer edge.
DIY: Use a red felt cowboy hat and thread thick white yarn or ribbon through holes punched along the brim.
Western shirt
A long-sleeve white button-down shirt with a bright yellow yoke and cuffs, accented by red swirl patterns.
DIY: Take a white button-down, paint the shoulders and cuffs yellow with fabric paint, and draw red swirls with puffy paint.
Cow-print chaps
Cow-spotted fabric chaps worn over blue jeans, or pants with cow-print panels.
DIY: Cut cow-print fabric into leg panels and fabric-glue or sew them onto the front of old blue jeans.
Blue jeans
Classic medium-wash denim jeans with a straight or slim fit.
DIY: Use any pair of blue jeans you already own.
Western belt and buckle
A thick brown faux-leather belt with a large, round gold buckle.
DIY: Cut a large circle out of cardboard, paint it gold, draw a steer head on it, and hot-glue it to a brown belt.
Red yarn wig
Bright red yarn hair styled into a thick, low braid tied with a yellow ribbon.
DIY: Braid thick red yarn, attach it to a hairband, and tie the end with a yellow ribbon.
Brown cowboy boots
Classic brown western-style boots with a slight heel.
DIY: Wear any brown boots or booties you already own.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the medium-wash blue jeans and tuck in the yellow-and-white western shirt.
- 2
Secure the brown belt around your waist, positioning the large gold buckle front and center.
- 3
Layer the cow-print chaps over your jeans, or ensure your custom cow-print jeans are pulled straight.
- 4
Step into your brown cowboy boots, pulling the pant legs or chaps slightly over the boot tops.
- 5
Put on the red yarn wig, ensuring the thick braid hangs straight down your back.
- 6
Place the red cowgirl hat securely on your head, letting some of the red yarn bangs frame your face.
- 7
Optional: Attach a white plastic pull-ring on a string to the upper back of your shirt to mimic the toy pull-string.
Makeup & hair
Keep makeup simple and doll-like with rosy pink cheeks, a light pink lip gloss, and clean mascara. If not using a wig, style your own hair into a single thick braid down the back, secured with a yellow ribbon.
Jessie for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Woody for the ultimate Toy Story cowboy duo, or Buzz Lightyear for her romantic interest.
- group
- Round up the whole gang with Woody, Buzz, Bullseye, Slinky Dog, Bo Peep, and Rex.
- kids
- An incredibly popular and comfortable choice for kids, often sold as a soft, all-in-one jumpsuit.
- Plus size
- Look for high-waisted stretch jeans and a relaxed-fit western shirt, or opt for a comfortable printed A-line dress version.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a mini cow-print saddle vest and a tiny red cowboy hat.
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Diy jessie costume
- Skip the store: Use a red felt cowboy hat and thread thick white yarn or ribbon through holes punched along the brim. Take a white button-down, paint the shoulders and cuffs yellow with fabric paint, and draw red swirls with puffy paint. Cut cow-print fabric into leg panels and fabric-glue or sew them onto the front of old blue jeans.
Tips
- Secure the hat with a chin strap or bobby pins if you plan on dancing or walking around outdoors in the wind.
- If using a yarn wig, use hairpins to keep it firmly anchored to your natural hair so it doesn't slide back.
- Choose comfortable, broken-in boots if you will be walking a lot, or swap them for brown flats or sneakers.
- Add a small white plastic ring on a white string to your back for a fun, authentic 'toy' detail.
Jessie costume FAQ
- What does Jessie's hat look like?
- Jessie wears a bright red cowboy hat with a wide brim that features a distinctive white whipstitch or laced pattern around the entire edge.
- How do you make a DIY Jessie shirt?
- Start with a plain white button-down shirt. Paint the collar, shoulder yoke, and cuffs bright yellow using fabric paint. Once dry, use red puffy paint or fabric markers to draw the signature western swirl designs on the yellow sections.
- What pants does Jessie wear?
- Jessie wears classic blue denim jeans with cow-print chaps over them. For a simpler costume, you can attach cow-print fabric panels directly to the front of a pair of blue jeans.
Did you know? Jessie first appeared in Toy Story 2 (1999) and was introduced to bring a strong female lead to the roundup gang alongside Woody.