Mr. Peanut Costume
Bring dapper mascot energy to your next party as Mr. Peanut.
Mr. Peanut is the iconic, sophisticated mascot of the Planters peanut company, known for his formal attire and peanut-shell body. People choose this costume because it is instantly recognizable, humorous, and combines vintage class with a playful food theme. The look consists of a textured yellow peanut body, a black top hat, a monocle, white gloves, and a formal cane.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $35–85
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What you need for a Mr. Peanut costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Mr. Peanut costume — one box instead of 7 pieces.
Peanut body suit
A textured yellow or tan sleeveless tunic shaped like a peanut shell, often made of foam or fabric.
DIY: Cut a peanut shape out of two pieces of tan cardboard, paint a crosshatch pattern on them, and connect them with shoulder straps.
Black top hat
A classic black felt or plastic top hat, preferably with a black band.
DIY: Construct a top hat out of black poster board and hot glue.
Monocle
A single gold-rimmed eyepiece on a black cord.
DIY: Pop the lens out of cheap sunglasses, wrap a gold pipe cleaner around one side, and attach a black string.
White gloves
Simple white cotton or spandex formal gloves.
Black cane
A black walking cane, ideally with a white or silver curved handle.
DIY: Paint a wooden dowel or an old umbrella handle glossy black.
Black leggings and long-sleeve shirt
Form-fitting black base layers to represent Mr. Peanut's thin limbs.
DIY: Use any solid black fitted clothing from your closet.
Black dress shoes
Polished black dress shoes or spats to complete the formal look.
DIY: Wear black sneakers and wrap white felt around the tops to mimic spats.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Mr. Peanut costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black long-sleeve shirt and black leggings or tight trousers.
- 2
Slip into the yellow peanut-shaped tunic, ensuring your arms and head fit comfortably through the openings.
- 3
Put on the polished black dress shoes.
- 4
Pull on the white formal gloves.
- 5
Place the black top hat securely on your head.
- 6
Drape the monocle cord around your neck and position the monocle over one eye (or rest it on your cheek).
- 7
Pick up the black walking cane to complete the dapper pose.
Makeup & hair
Keep hair neatly tucked under the top hat. No makeup is required, but you can draw a thin, stylized black mustache if you want to lean into the old-school gentleman aesthetic.
Mr. Peanut for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as a can of Planters peanuts or a monocled Baby Nut.
- group
- Have friends dress as other classic advertising mascots like the Kool-Aid Man or the Pillsbury Doughboy.
- kids
- Use a soft, plush peanut bunting or jumpsuit with a tiny felt top hat attached to a headband.
- Plus size
- An inflatable Mr. Peanut costume offers a roomy, comfortable fit for all body types.
- pet
- A tan dog sweater with a tiny felt top hat strapped under the chin.
Tips
- If using a foam tunic, steam it beforehand to remove creases from packaging.
- Keep your hands free by choosing a monocle that clips onto your glasses or hangs securely from a neck cord.
- Wear comfortable shoes, as you will be standing and walking in a bulky tunic.
- Practice your dapper tip-of-the-hat pose for photos.
Mr. Peanut costume FAQ
- What accessories does Mr. Peanut wear?
- Mr. Peanut wears a black top hat, a gold-rimmed monocle, white formal gloves, black spats or dress shoes, and carries a black cane.
- How do you make a DIY Mr. Peanut costume?
- You can make the body by cutting a peanut shape out of cardboard or tan felt, painting a waffle-like texture on it, and wearing it over a black shirt and leggings with a cheap top hat and cane.
- Is there an official Mr. Peanut costume?
- Yes, there are officially licensed inflatable Mr. Peanut costumes that include the fan, hat, and gloves.
Did you know? Mr. Peanut was created in 1916 by a schoolboy named Antonio Gentile, who won a Planters contest to design a new mascot.