Minions Costume
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Minions from the Despicable Me franchise are a universally loved costume choice for all ages. Their bright yellow skin, classic blue denim overalls, and signature silver goggles make them instantly recognizable and incredibly fun to portray. Whether you are going solo or assembling a whole army of henchmen, this look is easy to put together and guaranteed to bring smiles.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $25–60
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What you need for a Minions costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Minions costume — one box instead of 7 pieces.
Yellow Top
A bright yellow long-sleeve t-shirt, sweatshirt, or hoodie.
DIY: Dye a white t-shirt bright yellow using fabric dye.
Denim Overalls
Classic blue denim bib overalls with front pockets.
DIY: Wear blue jeans with matching blue suspenders over your yellow shirt.
Minion Goggles
Silver-rimmed round goggles with a thick black elastic strap, featuring one or two lenses.
DIY: Glue two silver-painted mason jar lids together and attach them to a black elastic band.
Yellow Beanie
A snug yellow knit beanie hat to cover your hair.
DIY: Use a yellow baseball cap turned backward.
Black Pipe Cleaners
A few black pipe cleaners to thread through the top of the beanie to mimic sparse minion hair.
DIY: Use pieces of black yarn or thick black thread.
Black Gloves
Simple black knit or jersey gloves.
DIY: Use black winter gloves you already own.
Gru Logo Patch
A circular patch featuring the black 'G' logo of Gru's laboratory to stick onto the front pocket of the overalls.
DIY: Cut a circle out of black felt, draw the 'G' with a silver marker, and safety-pin it to your overalls.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Minions costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the base layers: Slip on your bright yellow long-sleeve shirt or hoodie.
- 2
Step into the overalls: Put on the blue denim overalls and fasten the shoulder straps securely.
- 3
Attach the logo: Stick or pin the black Gru 'G' logo patch onto the center chest pocket of your overalls.
- 4
Prep the hat: Thread 3 to 5 black pipe cleaners through the top of your yellow beanie, bending them so they stand upright like sparse hair. Put the beanie on.
- 5
Add the goggles: Position the silver goggles over your eyes or rest them on the forehead of your yellow beanie.
- 6
Finish with gloves and shoes: Put on your black gloves and a pair of basic black shoes or boots to complete the look.
Makeup & hair
Tuck all of your hair completely inside the yellow beanie. No makeup is required, but you can paint your face yellow with skin-safe face paint for an extra-dedicated look.
Minions for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- One person dresses as a Minion while the other wears a bald cap, grey striped scarf, and black jacket to go as Gru.
- group
- Gather a large group to create a massive Minion army, with some wearing one-eyed goggles and others wearing two-eyed goggles.
- kids
- This is an incredibly popular and comfortable costume for kids; use a soft yellow hoodie and comfortable denim overalls.
- Plus size
- Look for relaxed-fit denim overalls or swap them for a blue denim skirt or comfortable blue jeans with suspenders.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a yellow shirt with a small pair of denim-patterned overalls.
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Minion costume diy
- Skip the store: Dye a white t-shirt bright yellow using fabric dye. Wear blue jeans with matching blue suspenders over your yellow shirt. Glue two silver-painted mason jar lids together and attach them to a black elastic band.
Tips
- Choose your character: Decide if you want to be Stuart (one eye), Kevin (tall, two eyes), or Bob (short, two eyes) to customize your goggles and hair.
- Keep it breathable: Overalls and hoodies can get warm indoors, so choose a lightweight cotton yellow shirt if you'll be at an indoor party.
- Secure the hair: Twist the pipe cleaners tightly inside the beanie so they don't poke your head or fall out during the night.
Minions costume FAQ
- How do you make DIY Minion goggles?
- Take two mason jar lids, paint them metallic silver, and glue them side-by-side. Staple or glue a thick black elastic band to the outer edges so it fits snugly around your head.
- What is the logo on the Minions' overalls?
- It is the logo of their supervillain boss, Gru. It features a stylized, angular black letter 'G' inside a circle.
- Do Minions have hair?
- Yes, most Minions have a few sparse strands of black hair. You can easily replicate this by poking black pipe cleaners or yarn through a yellow beanie.
Did you know? Minionese, the language spoken by the Minions, is a mixture of real-world languages including French, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, and English, often referencing food.