Steve from Blue's Clues Costume
Step into the Thinking Chair with this nostalgic 90s favorite.
Steve Burns from Blue's Clues is a beloved nostalgic icon for 90s kids. Dressing up as Steve is highly popular for its wholesome, instantly recognizable look that is both comfortable and easy to put together. The signature outfit consists of his classic green striped rugby shirt, khaki pants, and his trusty Handy Dandy Notebook.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $25–60
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What you need for a Steve from Blue's Clues costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Steve from Blue's Clues costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Green Striped Rugby Shirt
A long-sleeved, collared rugby shirt featuring horizontal stripes in alternating shades of light and dark green.
DIY: Buy a plain light green long-sleeve polo and paint dark green horizontal stripes using fabric paint and painter's tape.
Khaki Pants
Classic, loose-fitting pleated khaki trousers or chinos in a tan or beige color.
Handy Dandy Notebook
A small, spiral-bound notebook with a red striped cover and a black spiral coil, holding a black crayon.
DIY: Wrap a small spiral notebook in red paper, draw black stripes on the cover, and cut a green striped paper paw print to stick on the front.
Brown Oxford Shoes
Simple brown leather or faux-leather oxford dress shoes or casual loafers.
DIY: Any dark brown casual shoes or sneakers will work in a pinch.
Black Crayon
A thick black crayon or marker used to draw clues in the notebook.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the green striped rugby-style collared shirt, ensuring the collar is neatly folded down.
- 2
Slip into the pleated khaki pants and secure them with a simple brown leather belt if needed.
- 3
Put on the brown oxford shoes or casual brown loafers.
- 4
Carry the Handy Dandy Notebook in one hand, keeping the jumbo black crayon tucked inside the spiral binding.
- 5
Style your hair in a neat, short, side-parted 90s style, or wear a simple bald cap if channeling Steve's later heartfelt video messages.
Makeup & hair
Keep makeup completely natural or nonexistent. Hair should be styled in a neat, short, side-parted 90s haircut, or left natural.
Steve from Blue's Clues for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as Blue the dog, using a blue outfit and felt dog ears.
- group
- Add characters like Magenta, Mailbox, or Mr. Salt and Mrs. Pepper for a full group theme.
- kids
- An adorable option for kids using a mini green striped polo and khaki pants.
- Plus size
- The loose-fitting rugby shirt and relaxed-fit khakis offer a highly comfortable, true-to-size fit for all body types.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a blue shirt or blue dog sweater to play the role of Blue.
Tips
- Keep the Handy Dandy Notebook visible in photos so people instantly recognize the character.
- This is an exceptionally comfortable costume for cold weather due to the heavy cotton rugby shirt and long pants.
- Practice Steve's signature poses, like looking directly at people with wide-eyed curiosity or holding a hand to your ear to 'listen' to the audience.
- Look for shirts with a white collar, as some of Steve's classic on-screen shirts featured a contrasting white collar.
Steve from Blue's Clues costume FAQ
- What kind of shirt does Steve from Blue's Clues wear?
- Steve wears a long-sleeved, collared rugby shirt with thick, alternating horizontal stripes of light green and dark forest green.
- How do you make a DIY Handy Dandy Notebook?
- Take a small spiral notebook, cover the front and back with red paper, draw horizontal black lines across it, and attach a green felt or paper paw print to the front cover.
- Is the Steve costume comfortable for walking around?
- Yes, it is one of the most comfortable costumes available, consisting entirely of standard, breathable everyday clothing like a cotton shirt, khakis, and walking shoes.
Did you know? Steve Burns actually chose his signature green striped shirt himself from a rack of options during the pilot production because he felt it made him look friendly and approachable.