My Melody Costume
Bring Sanrio's sweetest pink-hooded bunny to life with this adorable look.
My Melody is one of Sanrio's most beloved classic characters, known for her signature pink hood and sweet personality. This costume is a popular choice for fans of kawaii culture, featuring a soft pink hood with bunny ears, a white dress, and a yellow flower accent. The look is incredibly cute, comfortable, and instantly recognizable to anyone who loves the Hello Kitty universe.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $25–75
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See yourself as My Melody
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What you need for a My Melody costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete My Melody costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Pink bunny ear hood
A soft plush pink hood or hat with long, floppy bunny ears, with one ear optionally folded down.
DIY: Attach long pink felt ears to a plain pink hoodie or beanie, folding one ear forward and securing it with a stitch.
White dress or long-sleeve top
A simple, clean white dress, skirt set, or long-sleeve shirt to represent her white fur body.
DIY: Use a plain white oversized sweatshirt or a white t-shirt dress from your closet.
Yellow flower hair clip or pin
A simple five-petal yellow flower pin or clip attached near the base of the right ear.
DIY: Cut a flower shape out of yellow felt or foam and safety pin it to the hood.
Pink neck bow or capelet
A small pink bow tie or a short pink collar capelet worn around the neck.
DIY: Tie a wide pink satin ribbon into a bow around your neck or collar.
White tights or knee socks
Opaque white tights or knee-high socks to keep the look clean and cohesive.
DIY: Use any plain white socks or leggings you already own.
Pink or white shoes
Cute Mary Janes, sneakers, or flat shoes in pastel pink or solid white.
DIY: Wear plain white canvas sneakers.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made My Melody costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the white dress or white top and skirt combination as your base layer.
- 2
Pull on the white tights or knee-high socks.
- 3
Slip on your pink or white Mary Janes or flat shoes.
- 4
Tie the pink ribbon or bow collar around your neck, centering the bow.
- 5
Place the pink bunny ear hood on your head, ensuring one ear flops slightly forward.
- 6
Pin the yellow flower accent to the right side of the hood near the base of the ear.
- 7
Carry a small wicker basket or a pink purse to complete the look.
Makeup & hair
Keep makeup soft and sweet with pink blush on the cheeks, a touch of pink lip gloss, and a tiny drawn-on black oval nose. Style your hair in low pigtails or leave it down so it peeks out from under the hood.
My Melody for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as Kuromi in black and purple for the ultimate Sanrio rival-besties duo.
- group
- Form a Sanrio group with friends dressing as Hello Kitty, Cinnamoroll, and Pompompurin.
- kids
- Use a pink hooded fleece onesie with bunny ears attached for an ultra-cozy toddler version.
- Plus size
- An A-line white skater dress paired with an adjustable pink velvet capelet offers a comfortable, flattering fit.
- pet
- A simple pink hood with plush bunny ears and a yellow flower for a small dog or cat.
Tips
- If the bunny ears on your hood flop too much, insert craft wire inside them to make them poseable.
- For outdoor events in chilly weather, swap the white dress for a cozy white fleece sweatshirt and white leggings.
- Carry a small wicker basket filled with fake strawberries or candy as a cute, character-accurate photo prop.
My Melody costume FAQ
- What does My Melody wear?
- My Melody wears a signature pink (or sometimes red) hood that covers her ears, often adorned with a yellow flower or a pink bow, paired with her natural white fur body.
- How do you make a DIY My Melody hood?
- You can make one by sewing long pink felt ears onto a pink hoodie, or by hot-gluing felt ears onto a pink beanie. Fold one ear down and secure it with fabric glue or a quick stitch.
- Is My Melody a good couples costume?
- Yes! She pairs perfectly with Kuromi for a cute pastel-goth dynamic, or with Hello Kitty for a classic Sanrio best friends look.
Did you know? My Melody was released by Sanrio in 1975 and was originally inspired by the classic fairy tale character Little Red Riding Hood, which is why her hood was originally red before pink became her signature look.