Shaggy Rogers Costume
Like, zoiks! Channel your inner mystery solver with this easy look.
Shaggy Rogers is the lovable, perpetually hungry, and easily spooked member of Mystery Inc. from the classic Scooby-Doo franchise. People love this costume because it is incredibly comfortable, instantly recognizable, and easy to put together. The look consists of a baggy green V-neck t-shirt, loose maroon pants, and his signature messy hair and goatee.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $20–50
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What you need for a Shaggy Rogers costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Shaggy Rogers costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Green V-neck shirt
A loose-fitting, bright green cotton V-neck t-shirt with short sleeves.
DIY: Cut the crew neck of an oversized green t-shirt into a slight V-shape.
Maroon pants
Loose-fitting, straight-leg or bell-bottom maroon or reddish-brown trousers.
DIY: Use any dark red or brown sweatpants or chinos you already own.
Shaggy brown wig
A messy, chin-length sandy brown or dusty blonde wig with shaggy layers.
DIY: Mess up your own medium-length brown hair with texturizing spray or pomade.
Goatee makeup
A brown eyeliner pencil to create his sparse chin stubble.
DIY: Use a brown eyeliner pencil to draw sparse whisker dots on your chin.
Black shoes
Simple black slip-on shoes or low-profile boots.
DIY: Wear any plain black sneakers or boots you already own.
Scooby Snax prop
A small cardboard box styled to look like a box of dog treats.
DIY: Print a Scooby Snax label and glue it onto a small cardboard box.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Shaggy Rogers costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the loose-fitting green V-neck t-shirt.
- 2
Step into the baggy maroon pants and secure them at your waist.
- 3
Put on the black slip-on shoes or boots.
- 4
Style your hair or put on the shaggy brown wig, shaking it out to make it look messy and unkempt.
- 5
Use a brown makeup pencil to draw a few sparse whisker dots and a light goatee on your chin.
- 6
Carry your Scooby Snax box or Scooby-Doo plush toy to complete the look.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair into a messy, chin-length shag using texturizing spray, or wear a sandy-brown shaggy wig. Use a brown eyeliner pencil to draw a few sparse, wispy goatee hairs on your chin.
Shaggy Rogers for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as Scooby-Doo or Velma Dinkley for an iconic duo.
- group
- Assemble the whole Mystery Inc. gang with Fred, Daphne, Velma, and Scooby-Doo.
- kids
- An adorable option for kids using a green tee, maroon sweatpants, and a plush Scooby.
- Plus size
- Opt for an oversized green tee and comfortable, elastic-waist maroon joggers for an easy fit.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a blue collar with a gold 'SD' tag to be your real-life Scooby-Doo.
Tips
- Prioritize comfort by choosing soft, breathable cotton fabrics for both the shirt and pants.
- Keep your posture slightly slouched and practice saying 'Like, zoiks!' to really get into character.
- Carry a box of Scooby Snax (or actual snacks) to keep you energized and serve as a perfect photo prop.
- For chilly weather, layer a long-sleeve green shirt underneath your V-neck.
Shaggy Rogers costume FAQ
- What color are Shaggy's pants?
- Shaggy Rogers wears loose-fitting, bell-bottom style pants that are maroon or reddish-brown in color.
- How do you style Shaggy's hair?
- Shaggy has messy, chin-length sandy brown hair. You can achieve this with a shaggy costume wig or by using texturizing pomade on your own medium-length hair.
- What are the essential props for a Shaggy costume?
- The best props are a box of 'Scooby Snax' (which you can DIY with a printed label on a cardboard box) or a plush Scooby-Doo toy.
Did you know? Shaggy's real name is Norville Rogers, and his iconic voice was originally provided by radio host Casey Kasem starting in 1969.