Peter Rabbit Costume
Bring Beatrix Potter's classic, mischievous bunny to life with ease.
Peter Rabbit is a beloved literary character known for his adventurous spirit and signature blue jacket. This costume is a popular choice for Easter, book weeks, and Halloween because of its charming, nostalgic aesthetic. The look centers on a soft brown rabbit base paired with a bright blue corduroy or denim jacket and a carrot prop.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $25–75
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What you need for a Peter Rabbit costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Peter Rabbit costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Blue jacket
A bright blue, long-sleeved jacket, preferably in corduroy, denim, or soft fleece, with a collar and front buttons.
DIY: Use a plain blue cardigan or a blue button-down shirt with the sleeves rolled up.
Rabbit ears headband
Plush brown rabbit ears with pink inner lining attached to a comfortable headband.
DIY: Cut ear shapes from brown and pink felt, stiffen them with wire or cardboard, and glue them to a plain headband.
Brown or beige base layer
A matching long-sleeved shirt and pants or a full-body jumpsuit in a soft brown or tan color to represent rabbit fur.
DIY: Use any solid brown or beige pajamas or sweatpants you already own.
White rabbit tail
A fluffy white pom-pom tail attached to the back of the pants.
DIY: Make a large pom-pom out of white yarn or use a large white cotton ball attached with a safety pin.
Toy carrot
A plush or plastic orange carrot with green felt leafy tops.
DIY: Roll orange felt or construction paper into a cone shape and stuff it, adding green ribbon or paper to the top.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the brown or beige base layer pants and long-sleeved shirt.
- 2
Attach the fluffy white bunny tail to the back of the pants using a safety pin or velcro.
- 3
Layer the signature blue collared jacket over the brown shirt, leaving it partially unbuttoned.
- 4
Place the plush brown rabbit ears headband securely on your head.
- 5
Apply simple face paint whiskers and a pink nose if desired.
- 6
Carry the toy carrot prop to complete the classic garden-raiding look.
Makeup & hair
Keep hair neat and tucked behind the ears. Use a pink makeup crayon to draw a small triangle on the tip of the nose, and draw three simple black whisker lines on each cheek.
Peter Rabbit for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Benjamin Bunny in a brown jacket and red cap, or Lily Bobtail in her pink jacket.
- group
- Form a group with Flopsy, Mopsy, and Cottontail wearing matching red capes, or add Mr. McGregor in a gardener's outfit.
- kids
- An incredibly popular choice for toddlers using a soft, one-piece plush zippered bunny suit under a tiny blue felt jacket.
- Plus size
- Use an oversized blue denim jacket over a comfortable brown fleece tracksuit for a cozy, flexible fit.
- pet
- A small blue dog vest paired with a lightweight bunny ear headband.
Tips
- Choose a lightweight jacket if you plan to wear this indoors, as the plush layers can get warm.
- Make sure the bunny ears are secured with bobby pins if you plan on walking or hopping around a lot.
- The carrot prop doubles as a great photo accessory; hold it as if you've just snatched it from Mr. McGregor's garden.
- For shoes, simple brown sneakers or slip-ons blend seamlessly into the rabbit look.
Peter Rabbit costume FAQ
- What kind of jacket does Peter Rabbit wear?
- Peter Rabbit wears a signature bright blue jacket, often depicted as corduroy or wool, with brass buttons.
- How can I make a DIY Peter Rabbit costume quickly?
- Wear a blue cardigan or denim jacket over brown sweatpants, add a store-bought bunny ears headband, and carry a real carrot.
- Is Peter Rabbit a good costume for cold weather?
- Yes, because the base layer consists of long sleeves and pants, and the jacket adds an extra layer of warmth.
Did you know? Beatrix Potter self-published 'The Tale of Peter Rabbit' in 1901 after it was rejected by several publishers; it has since gone on to sell over 45 million copies.