Puss in Boots Costume
Bring the legendary, swashbuckling feline hero to life with dashing style.
Puss in Boots is the beloved, smooth-talking feline hero from the Shrek franchise known for his fearless swordplay and irresistible 'cute kitten' eyes. People choose this costume to channel a mix of suave charm, heroic swagger, and playful humor. The iconic look features a wide-brimmed hat with a yellow feather, a black cape, thigh-high boots, and a signature rapier sword.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–120
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What you need for a Puss in Boots costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Puss in Boots costume — one box instead of 7 pieces.
Orange jumpsuit or base layer
An orange long-sleeve shirt and matching leggings or a full-body jumpsuit to represent Puss's ginger fur.
DIY: Wear a fitted orange long-sleeve tee and orange sweatpants.
Wide-brimmed black hat
A black cavalier or musketeer-style hat with one side of the brim pinned up.
DIY: Use a black wide-brim sun hat and pin one side of the brim to the crown with a safety pin.
Yellow feather
A large, bright yellow costume feather or plume tucked into the hat's band.
DIY: Cut a feather shape out of yellow construction paper or felt and stiffen it with wire.
Black cape
A short, lightweight black cape that fastens around the neck and drapes over the shoulders.
DIY: Cut a semi-circle of black fabric or felt and safety-pin it to the shoulders of your shirt.
Thigh-high black boots
Tall, black faux-leather boots with a folded-over cuff at the top.
DIY: Wear black shoes and wrap black poster board or fabric around your calves to mimic boot shafts.
Black belt with gold buckle
A wide black belt with a prominent gold buckle to wear around the waist.
DIY: Use a standard black belt and wrap the buckle in gold foil or yellow felt.
Toy rapier sword
A lightweight plastic toy sword with a silver blade and a gold handguard.
DIY: Cut a sword shape out of sturdy cardboard and wrap the blade in silver aluminum foil.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Puss in Boots costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the orange jumpsuit or matching orange shirt and pants base layer.
- 2
Fasten the wide black belt around your waist, positioning the gold buckle front and center.
- 3
Drape the black cape over your shoulders and secure it comfortably around your neck.
- 4
Slip on the thigh-high black boots or pull the black boot covers over your regular shoes.
- 5
Place the black cavalier hat on your head, ensuring the yellow feather is securely tucked into the band and pointing backward.
- 6
Tuck the toy rapier sword into your belt or hold it ready for action.
- 7
Practice your best dramatic swashbuckler pose and your signature wide-eyed kitten stare.
Makeup & hair
Use orange and white face paint to create a cat nose and muzzle, then draw thin black whiskers on your cheeks with an eyeliner pencil.
Puss in Boots for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Shrek, Fiona, or Kitty Softpaws for a perfect dynamic duo.
- group
- Form a Shrek team with Shrek, Donkey, Fiona, and Gingy.
- kids
- An adorable option using an orange onesie, a small felt hat, and soft fabric boots.
- Plus size
- Use a flexible orange stretch velvet set or a loose-fit orange jumpsuit for maximum comfort.
- pet
- An easy pet look with a miniature black hat and a tiny black cape secured around your cat or dog's neck.
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Cat in boots costume
- An easy pet look with a miniature black hat and a tiny black cape secured around your cat or dog's neck.
Tips
- If wearing tall boots, choose a broken-in pair or use soft boot covers over comfortable sneakers for walking.
- Secure the hat with bobby pins or an elastic chin strap so it doesn't fall off during dramatic poses.
- Keep your toy sword lightweight and securely fastened to your belt so your hands remain free.
- Practice the 'cute eyes' look by holding your hat in both hands close to your face for photos.
Puss in Boots costume FAQ
- How do I make a DIY Puss in Boots hat?
- Take a black wide-brimmed hat, fold up one side of the brim, secure it to the crown with hot glue or a safety pin, and tuck a large yellow feather into the band.
- What kind of sword does Puss in Boots use?
- He uses a classic rapier, which is a thin, light sword with a protective basket hilt.
- Is a Puss in Boots costume comfortable for warm weather?
- It can get warm due to the boots and cape. Opt for a lightweight orange t-shirt and leggings instead of a heavy fleece jumpsuit to stay cool.
Did you know? Puss in Boots' character design and suave personality are heavily inspired by Zorro, and he is even voiced by Antonio Banderas, who famously played Zorro on film.