Ryder Costume
No job is too big, no pup is too small!
Ryder is the tech-savvy, ten-year-old leader of the PAW Patrol who coordinates rescue missions in Adventure Bay. This costume is a massive hit for both kids and parents, featuring his iconic red, white, and blue vest, pup pad, and casual jeans. It is a comfortable, highly recognizable look that is perfect for Halloween, birthday parties, or community events.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $20–60
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What you need for a Ryder costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Ryder costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Ryder Vest
A red, white, and blue color-blocked puffer or utility vest featuring a PAW Patrol shield badge on the left chest.
DIY: Use a plain red vest and add white and blue felt panels with fabric glue, then attach a printed paper badge.
Blue Long-Sleeve Shirt
A basic royal blue long-sleeve crewneck shirt worn underneath the vest.
DIY: Use any solid blue long-sleeve tee or sweatshirt from your closet.
Blue Jeans
Standard straight-leg blue denim jeans for a practical, active look.
DIY: Use any comfortable pair of blue jeans you already own.
Ryder Pup Pad
A toy tablet or a printed cardboard prop representing Ryder's high-tech communication device.
DIY: Cut a rectangular piece of cardboard, paint it blue and silver, and draw a red paw print button on the screen.
Red and White Helmet
A youth-sized or adult multi-sport helmet in white with red accents and a PAW Patrol logo.
DIY: Take a plain white bicycle helmet and use red electrical tape to create the side stripes.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Ryder costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the royal blue long-sleeve shirt as your base layer.
- 2
Pull on a pair of comfortable, classic blue jeans.
- 3
Layer the signature red, white, and blue Ryder vest over the blue shirt, zipping it halfway.
- 4
Attach the PAW Patrol shield badge to the left breast of the vest if it is not already built-in.
- 5
Put on the red and white helmet, securing the chin strap safely.
- 6
Carry the Pup Pad prop in your hand or slip it into your pocket, ready to call the pups to action.
Makeup & hair
Ryder has short, spiky brown hair. Style your hair with a firm-hold gel to create clean, upward spikes, or wear the red and white helmet to skip styling entirely.
Ryder for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair Ryder with Katie, or have one partner dress as Chase or Marshall.
- group
- Assemble the whole PAW Patrol squad with friends dressing up as Chase, Marshall, Skye, Rubble, and Rocky.
- kids
- This is incredibly popular for toddlers and kids; look for official one-piece jumpsuit versions or cozy fleece hoodies.
- Plus size
- Choose a size-up red utility vest and wear a comfortable, stretchy royal blue long-sleeve tee.
- pet
- Dress your dog up as Chase or Marshall to accompany you as their leader.
Tips
- For outdoor trick-or-treating, the puffer vest style provides excellent warmth without needing a bulky coat.
- If making a DIY vest, use felt sheets and fabric glue for a quick, no-sew badge and color-blocking.
- Keep the Pup Pad handy for photos—holding it up as if answering a call makes for the perfect pose.
Ryder costume FAQ
- What does Ryder wear on his head?
- Ryder wears a white and red protective helmet when riding his ATV, which is a great accessory for safety and completing the look.
- How can I make a DIY Ryder vest?
- Start with a plain red vest. Use white fabric paint or felt for the shoulders, blue fabric paint or felt for the lower sides, and glue a printed PAW Patrol badge to the chest.
- Is there an adult version of the Ryder costume?
- Yes, official adult-sized Ryder vests are available, or you can easily assemble one using a blue shirt, jeans, and a custom-painted red vest.
Did you know? PAW Patrol was created by Keith Chapman, who also created the wildly successful children's series Bob the Builder.