Popis Costume
Bring Chespirito's classic comedy to life with this nostalgic pink dress ensemble.
La Popis is the sweet, naive, and slightly spoiled neighborhood girl from the legendary Mexican sitcom El Chavo del Ocho. Fans love dressing up as her for nostalgia, cultural celebrations, and group costumes representing La Vecindad. Her signature look features a bright pink dress, white ruffled bloomers, and her inseparable rag doll, Serafina.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $25–60
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What you need for a Popis costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Popis costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Pink and green dress
A short, bright pink dress with puffy sleeves, a high waist, and green accents or a green collar.
DIY: Use a plain pink dress and sew green fabric or ribbon around the collar and sleeve cuffs.
White ruffled bloomers
White lace-trimmed bloomers or pettipants that peek out from under the short dress.
DIY: Add lace trim to the hems of a pair of plain white cotton shorts.
White knee-high socks
Opaque white knee-high socks pulled up straight.
Black Mary Jane shoes
Classic black patent leather flat shoes with a single strap.
DIY: Any flat black school shoes or slip-ons will work.
Serafina rag doll
A simple cloth rag doll with yarn hair, representing her beloved doll Serafina.
DIY: Use any vintage-style fabric doll you have at home.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Popis costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the white ruffled bloomers first to ensure they sit comfortably at the waist.
- 2
Slip on the pink puff-sleeve dress over the bloomers, ensuring the ruffled edges of the bloomers peek out slightly beneath the hem.
- 3
Pull on the white knee-high socks, keeping them smooth and pulled up to just below the knees.
- 4
Step into the black Mary Jane shoes and fasten the straps.
- 5
Style your hair into high, neat pigtails secured with pink hair ties or ribbons.
- 6
Carry the rag doll in your arms, holding it close just like Popis does in the show.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair into two high, neat pigtails on the sides of your head, secured with pink ribbons or scrunchies. Keep makeup minimal and youthful with a touch of pink blush on the cheeks and a swipe of light pink lip balm.
Popis for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with El Chavo (in his striped shirt and suspenders) or Quico (in his sailor suit).
- group
- Gather friends to dress as the entire cast of El Chavo del Ocho, including La Chilindrina, Don Ramón, and Doña Florinda.
- kids
- A pink toddler dress, white tights, and a small doll make this an adorable and comfortable kids' costume.
- Plus size
- Look for an A-line pink dress with an elastic empire waist for a comfortable, flattering fit.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a miniature pink ruffled collar or a small pink dog dress to match.
Tips
- Keep the dress relatively short so that the white ruffled bloomers are clearly visible underneath.
- Carry the doll at all times, as it is Popis's defining prop and makes the character instantly recognizable.
- Practice her signature whiny voice and catchphrase, 'Acúsalo con tu mamá!' (Tell your mom on him!) for extra fun.
- Opt for flat, comfortable Mary Janes if you plan on walking around a party or convention all night.
Popis costume FAQ
- What color is La Popis's dress?
- La Popis wears a bright pink dress, often featuring green accents on the collar or sleeves, paired with white ruffled bloomers underneath.
- Who is the doll that La Popis carries?
- Her doll is named Serafina. It is a classic cloth rag doll that she treats like her own child.
- How do I style my hair for a Popis costume?
- Part your hair down the middle and tie it into two high, symmetrical pigtails using pink hair ties or ribbons.
Did you know? La Popis was played by Florinda Meza, the same actress who played the hot-tempered Doña Florinda, which is why the two characters rarely appeared in the same scene together.