Pusheen Costume
Stay cozy and cute as everyone's favorite chubby grey cartoon cat.
Pusheen the Cat is a beloved webcomic character known for her lazy demeanor, love of snacks, and adorable round shape. People choose this costume because it is incredibly comfortable, instantly recognizable, and perfect for cold October nights. The classic look relies on a soft grey palette, signature tabby stripes, and cute cat ears.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $25–60
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See yourself as Pusheen
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What you need for a Pusheen costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Pusheen costume — one box instead of 4 pieces.
Grey Pusheen Onesie
A hooded, oversized light grey fleece jumpsuit featuring Pusheen's face on the hood, stripes on the back, and a stuffed tail.
DIY: Use an oversized grey hooded sweatshirt and grey sweatpants. Fabric-glue brown felt stripes to the back and hood.
Cat Ears and Tail Set
A matching set of plush grey cat ears on a headband and a stuffed grey tail with brown stripes, if not using a pre-made onesie.
DIY: Cut ear shapes out of grey felt, glue them to a plastic headband, and stuff a grey knee-high sock with batting to make a tail.
Plush Cookie or Donut Prop
A large plush chocolate chip cookie, donut, or slice of pizza to represent Pusheen's favorite snacks.
DIY: Cut two large circles out of brown felt, fabric-paint chocolate chips on one side, stuff with fiberfill, and glue the edges shut.
Grey Slippers
Fluffy, comfortable grey slip-on slippers or plush cat-paw slippers to complete the cozy loungewear aesthetic.
DIY: Wear simple grey socks or slip-on canvas shoes.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Pusheen costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the grey Pusheen onesie or your DIY grey sweatshirt and sweatpants base.
- 2
If using a separate ear headband and tail, secure the headband comfortably on your head and safety-pin the striped tail to the back of your pants.
- 3
Pull the hood up if your onesie features Pusheen's embroidered face and ears.
- 4
Slip on your fluffy grey slippers or comfortable grey shoes.
- 5
Carry your plush cookie, donut, or pizza slice prop to showcase Pusheen's love for snacks.
Makeup & hair
Keep hair simple or tucked into the hood. For makeup, use a black eyeliner pencil to draw three simple whiskers on each cheek and a small, upside-down triangle on the tip of your nose for a cat snout.
Pusheen for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as Stormy (Pusheen's fluffy little sister) in a curly grey outfit, or Pip (her little brother).
- group
- Have friends dress as different variations of Pusheen, such as Vampurr Pusheen, Mermaid Pusheen, and Detective Pusheen.
- kids
- A fleece Pusheen pajama onesie is an incredibly warm, easy, and adorable option for trick-or-treating kids.
- Plus size
- The oversized, loose-fitting nature of fleece onesies makes this an exceptionally comfortable and inclusive option for all body types.
- pet
- A simple grey cat sweater with brown felt stripes fabric-glued to the back makes a perfect matching pet costume.
Tips
- Onesies can get warm indoors, so wear lightweight cotton t-shirts and shorts underneath.
- If trick-or-treating in cold weather, this fleece outfit easily layers over warm thermals.
- For photos, pose sitting down while holding a real or plush snack to capture Pusheen's lazy, food-loving personality.
Pusheen costume FAQ
- How do I make a DIY Pusheen costume?
- Start with a grey sweatshirt and sweatpants. Cut stripes out of dark brown felt and fabric-glue them to the back and sleeves. Add a grey headband with felt ears.
- What color is Pusheen?
- Pusheen is a light, warm grey tabby cat with darker grey or brown stripes on her back and tail.
- Is a Pusheen onesie suitable for outdoor wear?
- Yes, but wear sturdy grey sneakers instead of slippers if you plan on walking outside on wet or rough surfaces.
Did you know? Pusheen was created in 2010 by Claire Belton and Andrew Duff for a character strip on their website, Everyday Cute, and her name comes from the Irish word 'puisín', which means kitten.