Loonette and Molly Costume
Bring the Big Comfy Couch to life with this nostalgic duo.
Loonette and Molly are the beloved stars of the 90s children's show The Big Comfy Couch. This costume is a popular choice for millennial nostalgia, featuring Loonette's signature pink and purple clown outfit alongside her silent best friend, Molly the doll. The look consists of a pink jumpsuit, a purple shirt, a black bowler hat, and a plush Molly doll.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–90
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What you need for a Loonette and Molly costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Loonette and Molly costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Pink sleeveless overalls or romper
Bright pink cotton overalls, shortalls, or a sleeveless romper to wear as the outer layer.
DIY: Dye a pair of white denim overalls bright pink using fabric dye.
Purple long-sleeve shirt
A solid purple long-sleeve crewneck t-shirt worn underneath the overalls.
Black bowler hat with flower
A classic black felt bowler derby hat decorated with a yellow and white daisy on the front.
DIY: Glue a faux daisy flower to the front band of a plain black bowler hat.
Striped tights or socks
Thigh-high or knee-high socks with horizontal pink and purple stripes.
DIY: Use fabric markers to draw purple stripes onto plain pink socks.
Red clown nose
A classic red foam or plastic clown nose.
DIY: Paint the tip of your nose with red face paint.
Molly the Doll plush
A plush doll with blue yarn hair, a red and white striped dress, and a blue pinafore.
DIY: Dress a standard rag doll in a red striped shirt and blue felt apron, then add blue yarn pigtails.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Loonette and Molly costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the purple long-sleeve shirt as your base layer.
- 2
Layer the bright pink overalls or romper over the purple shirt.
- 3
Pull on the pink and purple striped socks, stretching them up to the knees.
- 4
Put on comfortable black or red canvas sneakers.
- 5
Style your hair into two low pigtails, securing them with colorful hair ties.
- 6
Place the black bowler hat on your head, ensuring the yellow daisy is centered in the front.
- 7
Clip on the red foam clown nose and carry your Molly doll companion.
- 8
Optionally, carry a green dustpan or a clock-themed prop to reference the show's segments.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair into two low, messy pigtails that peek out from under the bowler hat. For makeup, apply a light dusting of freckles across your cheeks, a touch of pink blush, and a bright red nose (either painted on or using a foam nose).
Loonette and Molly for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- One person dresses as Loonette and the other dresses as Major Bedhead in his mail carrier uniform.
- group
- Add characters like Granny Garbanzo, Snicklefritz the cat, or Foley the Dustbunny.
- kids
- A perfect toddler costume with a mini pink romper, striped socks, and a small plush doll.
- Plus size
- Look for stretch-cotton pink overalls or a pink pinafore dress paired with a comfortable purple tee.
- pet
- Dress a small dog in a blue vest to represent Snicklefritz.
Tips
- Keep the Molly doll secured to your wrist with a clear elastic band so you don't drop her while socializing.
- Wear comfortable sneakers, as Loonette is known for her high-energy stretches and movements.
- If the foam nose is uncomfortable, red face paint or a red makeup crayon is a great, breathable alternative.
Loonette and Molly costume FAQ
- How do I make a DIY Molly doll?
- Take a basic rag doll, sew or glue blue yarn onto the head for pigtails, and dress her in a red-and-white striped shirt with a blue denim or felt jumper.
- What kind of hat does Loonette wear?
- Loonette wears a classic black felt bowler (or derby) hat adorned with a large yellow and white daisy flower on the front brim.
- Is this costume comfortable for walking around?
- Yes, because it uses cotton overalls, a t-shirt, and sneakers, it is one of the most comfortable and mobile costumes you can wear.
Did you know? The Big Comfy Couch was a Canadian children's television series that aired from 1992 to 2006, famous for Loonette's 'Clock Rug Stretch' routine.