Tinky Winky Costume
Embrace the purple Teletubby look with his signature red bag.
Tinky Winky is the tallest and oldest of the Teletubbies, known for his bright purple color and triangular antenna. This costume is a nostalgic favorite for group events, 90s themed parties, and Halloween. The look centers around a plush purple jumpsuit with a silver belly screen and his signature red bag.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $35–75
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What you need for a Tinky Winky costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Tinky Winky costume — one box instead of 4 pieces.
Purple plush jumpsuit
A bright purple, full-body fleece or plush jumpsuit with a silver rectangular fabric panel sewn onto the stomach.
DIY: Use a purple hooded sweatshirt and sweatpants, then fabric-glue a square of silver metallic fabric to the chest.
Triangular antenna hood
A hood featuring attached purple ears and a stuffed, upright triangular antenna on top.
DIY: Wrap purple felt around a wire hanger bent into a triangle, then secure it to a purple headband or hood.
Red handbag
A shiny, bright red rectangular tote bag or handbag with top handles.
DIY: Paint a simple canvas tote bag with bright red fabric paint.
Purple shoe covers
Plush purple boot covers that slip over your regular shoes.
DIY: Wear solid purple sneakers or wrap purple felt around your existing shoes.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Tinky Winky costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on a lightweight base layer like a t-shirt and shorts to stay cool inside the plush suit.
- 2
Step into the purple plush jumpsuit and pull it up over your shoulders.
- 3
Zip or fasten the front closure of the jumpsuit securely.
- 4
Pull the hood over your head, ensuring the triangular antenna stands upright and the ears sit flat.
- 5
Slip the matching purple shoe covers over your regular footwear.
- 6
Carry the shiny red tote bag in one hand to complete the classic character look.
Makeup & hair
Since the costume includes a full hood that covers your hair, no styling is needed. Keep your face clear or apply simple, bright face paint if you want to match the purple theme.
Tinky Winky for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Po (the red Teletubby) or Dipsy (green) for a classic duo.
- group
- Gather three friends to complete the full Teletubbies lineup: Tinky Winky, Dipsy, Laa-Laa, and Po.
- kids
- Available in toddler and child sizes as a cozy, warm fleece jumpsuit.
- Plus size
- The loose, oversized fit of the standard jumpsuit makes it naturally comfortable and accommodating for plus sizes.
- pet
- A purple pet hoodie with a felt triangular antenna attached to the hood.
Tips
- Plush jumpsuits can get very warm, so wear moisture-wicking base layers underneath.
- If the antenna droops, stuff it with a small amount of tissue paper or polyester fiberfill to keep it upright.
- Use the red tote bag to hold your phone, keys, and wallet so you don't have to reach inside the jumpsuit.
Tinky Winky costume FAQ
- What color is Tinky Winky?
- Tinky Winky is bright purple.
- What shape is Tinky Winky's antenna?
- His antenna is shaped like a triangle.
- What prop does Tinky Winky carry?
- He famously carries a shiny red handbag or tote bag.
Did you know? Tinky Winky is the largest of the Teletubbies and is famous for carrying his signature red bag, which became a pop culture phenomenon in the late 1990s.