Studio Ghibli Costume
Deliver magic and nostalgia in Kiki's iconic blue dress and red bow.
Studio Ghibli characters are beloved worldwide for their whimsical charm, beautiful animation, and heartwarming stories. While there are many characters to choose from, Kiki from 'Kiki's Delivery Service' is the most popular, recognizable, and beginner-friendly costume to assemble. This guide focuses on Kiki's classic witch-in-training outfit, featuring her signature dark blue dress, oversized red bow, and broomstick.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $25–65
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What you need for a Studio Ghibli costume
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Navy Blue Dress
A loose-fitting, long-sleeved, or short-sleeved A-line dress in dark navy blue or black cotton.
DIY: Use an oversized navy blue t-shirt or tunic.
Oversized Red Hair Bow
A large, bright red fabric bow attached to a black or red headband.
DIY: Fold red felt or fabric into a bow shape and hot glue it to a plain headband.
Orange Messenger Bag
A simple canvas or faux-leather crossbody bag in bright orange or golden yellow.
DIY: Use any canvas tote bag and dye or paint it orange.
Jiji the Black Cat Plush
A small black cat plush toy with large white eyes and purple or pink inner ears.
DIY: Print a paper cutout of a black cat and pin it to your shoulder or bag.
Wooden Broomstick
A classic, rustic straw broom with a natural wooden handle.
DIY: Gather twigs and tie them around the end of a long wooden stick with twine.
Red Flats
Simple red slip-on flats, Mary Janes, or canvas sneakers.
DIY: Wear neutral brown or black shoes if red ones are unavailable.
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How to put it together
- 1
Slip on the loose-fitting navy blue dress.
- 2
Place the oversized red bow headband on your head, positioning the bow slightly off-center.
- 3
Drape the orange messenger bag across your body so it rests on your hip.
- 4
Tuck the Jiji black cat plush into the opening of your messenger bag so his head peeks out.
- 5
Put on the red ballet flats or comfortable slip-on shoes.
- 6
Carry the rustic wooden broomstick in one hand to complete the witch-in-training look.
Makeup & hair
Keep makeup minimal and natural with a touch of rosy blush on the cheeks. Style your hair in a simple bob, shoulder-length cut, or pull it back into a low ponytail behind the headband.
Studio Ghibli for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair Kiki with Tombo wearing a red-and-white striped t-shirt, blue jeans, and round black-rimmed glasses.
- group
- Gather friends to dress as other Ghibli icons like Chihiro (pink tunic), No-Face (black cloak and mask), and Ashitaka.
- kids
- An adorable option using a soft navy blue cotton dress and a lightweight felt bow headband for comfort.
- Plus size
- A loose, flowy navy blue kaftan or oversized shift dress provides an identical, comfortable silhouette.
- pet
- Dress a black cat or small dog in a tiny red collar ribbon to play the role of Jiji.
Tips
- For outdoor events, wear black leggings or tights under the dress to stay warm.
- If carrying a full-sized broom is inconvenient, use a miniature decorative straw broom that fits inside your bag.
- Secure the heavy red bow headband with bobby pins behind your ears to prevent it from sliding off during photos.
- Use the orange messenger bag to hold your phone, wallet, and keys so you don't need an extra purse.
Studio Ghibli costume FAQ
- What is the easiest Studio Ghibli costume to make?
- Kiki from Kiki's Delivery Service is the easiest. It only requires a simple navy blue dress, a large red bow headband, an orange bag, and a broom.
- How do I add Jiji the cat to my Kiki costume?
- You can use a small black cat plush toy and tuck it into your orange crossbody bag, or use safety pins to secure it directly to the shoulder of your dress.
- Can guys dress up as Kiki?
- Absolutely! This costume is unisex and can be adapted with a navy blue tunic or t-shirt and shorts, keeping the iconic red bow and broom.
Did you know? Kiki's Delivery Service, released in 1989, was the first Studio Ghibli film released under a distribution partnership with The Walt Disney Company.