Ned Flanders Costume
Okilly-dokilly! Recreate Springfield's most famous neighborly look.
Ned Flanders is the cheerful, devout next-door neighbor from The Simpsons. He is a popular choice for Halloween and cosplay because his outfit is incredibly easy to put together using everyday clothing. The signature look features a green crewneck sweater over a pink collared shirt, paired with his iconic mustache and round glasses.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $30–80
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What you need for a Ned Flanders costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Ned Flanders costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Green crewneck sweater
A classic kelly green or medium-green knit crewneck sweater.
DIY: Use any plain green sweater or sweatshirt you already own.
Pink collared shirt
A light pink button-down dress shirt with a stiff collar.
DIY: Use a pink polo shirt or a white collared shirt dyed light pink.
Gray slacks
Classic gray dress pants, chinos, or slacks in a relaxed fit.
DIY: Any plain gray trousers or gray jeans will work.
Round glasses
Thick, round-rimmed costume glasses in brown or black.
DIY: Pop the lenses out of an old pair of round sunglasses.
Fake mustache
A thick, bushy brown synthetic chevron-style mustache.
DIY: Grow your own mustache or draw one on with a brown makeup pencil.
Black dress shoes
Simple black leather oxford or derby shoes.
DIY: Any dark black casual shoes or loafers.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Ned Flanders costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the pink collared dress shirt and button it up completely to the top.
- 2
Pull the green crewneck sweater over the pink shirt.
- 3
Carefully pull the pink shirt collar out and fold it neatly over the neckline of the green sweater.
- 4
Put on the gray slacks and secure them with a simple dark belt.
- 5
Apply the fake brown mustache just above your upper lip using the adhesive backing.
- 6
Put on the round glasses and step into your black dress shoes.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair in a neat, side-parted 1950s-style contour using pomade. If you do not have a natural mustache, ensure the fake mustache is pressed firmly onto clean, dry skin.
Ned Flanders for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Homer Simpson, or go as Ned and Maude Flanders.
- group
- Join a full Simpsons group including Homer, Marge, Bart, and Lisa.
- kids
- A kids' version uses a mini green sweater, pink polo shirt, and a drawn-on eyeliner mustache.
- Plus size
- Look for a relaxed-fit crewneck sweater and stretch-waist gray chinos for maximum comfort.
- pet
- Dress a dog in a small green knit sweater and a tiny pink collar attachment.
Tips
- Keep the pink collar neatly folded over the sweater; this is his most defining outfit detail.
- If your mustache is adhesive, bring extra spirit gum or double-sided tape in case it starts peeling from talking or sweating.
- Practice your best 'Okilly-dokilly!' and 'Hi-diddly-ho, neighborino!' catchphrases for photos.
Ned Flanders costume FAQ
- What color is Ned Flanders' sweater?
- Ned Flanders wears a classic kelly green or medium-green crewneck knit sweater.
- How do you style the collar for a Ned Flanders costume?
- Wear a light pink button-down shirt under the green sweater, and pull the collar points out so they rest flat over the sweater's neckline.
- What kind of glasses does Ned Flanders wear?
- He wears thick, round, brown or black-rimmed glasses.
Did you know? Ned Flanders' iconic catchphrase 'Okilly-dokilly!' was first uttered in the season two episode 'Dead Putting Society'.