Stanley Cup Costume
Dress up as the viral, hydration-obsessed 40 oz tumbler this Halloween.
This guide focuses on the viral 40 oz Stanley Tumbler cup rather than the NHL hockey trophy. It is a massive hit for Halloween because of its pop-culture status and instantly recognizable pastel aesthetic. The look consists of a colorful cylindrical body, a matching side handle, a lid hat, and a giant reusable straw.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~120 min
- Budget
- $20–50
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What you need for a Stanley Cup costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Stanley Cup costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Cylindrical pop-up laundry hamper
A lightweight, collapsible mesh hamper to serve as the structural frame for the cup body.
DIY: Roll a large sheet of heavy-duty cardboard into a cylinder.
Pastel poster board or felt
Large sheets in a classic tumbler color like Rose Quartz pink or Eucalyptus green to wrap the cylinder.
DIY: Use an old bedsheet in your preferred color to wrap the frame.
White foam board
Sturdy foam board to cut out the side handle and the circular lid hat.
DIY: Double-layered thick cardboard painted white.
Silver duct tape
Heavy-duty metallic tape to create the shiny stainless steel rim at the top of the cup.
DIY: Cardboard painted with metallic silver acrylic paint.
White pool noodle
A lightweight foam noodle to act as the oversized drinking straw.
DIY: A length of PVC pipe painted white or wrapped in white paper.
Webbing straps
Adjustable utility straps to wear the cylinder over your shoulders like a sandwich board.
DIY: Thick ribbon or braided rope hot-glued to the inside of the frame.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Stanley Cup costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Cut out the bottom of the pop-up laundry hamper so your legs can fit through freely.
- 2
Wrap the outside of the hamper tightly with your colored poster board or felt, securing it with hot glue or heavy-duty tape.
- 3
Wrap a band of silver duct tape around the top rim of the cylinder to replicate the metallic steel accent of the tumbler.
- 4
Cut a large 'C' shape out of white foam board to create the handle, wrap it in matching colored paper, and hot glue it securely to the side of the cylinder.
- 5
Attach two webbing straps to the inside rim of the cylinder, adjusting them so the top of the cup sits at chest level.
- 6
Cut a circle out of foam board that is slightly wider than your head to serve as the lid, cut a hole in the center, insert the pool noodle straw, and secure it to a headband to wear on your head.
Makeup & hair
Keep your hair sleek and tied back in a high ponytail or bun so it doesn't interfere with the lid hat and straw. Use clean, dewy makeup to match the wellness aesthetic.
Stanley Cup for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- One person goes as the Stanley Tumbler, and the other dresses as a giant hydration packet or a personal trainer.
- group
- Have a group dress up as a rainbow assortment of different colored Stanley Tumblers.
- kids
- Scale down the cylinder size using a smaller wastebasket or poster board tube for a lightweight fit.
- Plus size
- Use a wider pop-up hamper or custom-cut cardboard sheets to ensure a comfortable, roomy fit around the torso.
- pet
- Create a mini felt wrap for your dog's harness to look like a tiny 14 oz tumbler.
Tips
- Make sure the bottom of the cylinder ends above your knees so you can walk and climb stairs comfortably.
- Reinforce the handle attachment points on the inside of the cylinder with extra cardboard backing so it doesn't sag.
- Wear simple, neutral clothing like a white t-shirt and leggings underneath so the focus stays on the colorful cup.
Stanley Cup costume FAQ
- How do I make the Stanley Cup handle stay attached?
- Cut small tabs into the ends of your foam board handle, insert them through slits in the cup body, and secure them heavily on the inside with hot glue and duct tape.
- What is the easiest way to wear the cup?
- Using suspenders or backpack straps attached to the inside of the cylinder allows you to wear it hands-free all night.
- Can I buy a pre-made version?
- Yes, there are commercial foam tunic costumes available online that mimic the viral tumbler shape if you want to skip the DIY process.
Did you know? The Stanley brand was founded in 1913, but its 40 oz Quencher tumbler became a viral sensation over a century later in the 2020s thanks to social media.