Toy Story Costume
Reach for the sky in this iconic, nostalgic Disney Pixar look.
Dressing up as Woody from Toy Story is a timeless choice that brings instant nostalgia to any event. This classic cowboy look is highly recognizable and perfect for solo costumers, couples, or large groups. The outfit centers around a yellow grid-patterned shirt, a cow-print vest, and signature Western accessories.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $35–85
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What you need for a Toy Story costume
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Yellow grid shirt
A yellow long-sleeve button-down shirt featuring a red windowpane grid pattern.
DIY: Draw a red grid pattern onto a plain yellow button-down shirt using a red fabric marker.
Cow-print vest
A sleeveless, open-front vest with a black-and-white cow-print pattern.
DIY: Cut a vest shape out of white felt and paint black cow spots on it with fabric paint.
Blue jeans
Classic straight-leg blue denim jeans.
DIY: Use any pair of blue jeans you already own.
Cowboy hat
A brown faux-suede or felt cowboy hat with a brown laced edge.
Red bandana
A classic red paisley cotton bandana tied around the neck.
DIY: Use a square piece of red cotton fabric.
Sheriff badge
A gold six-pointed star sheriff badge pinned to the left side of the vest.
DIY: Cut a star out of yellow craft foam or cardboard and paint it gold.
Belt and holster
A thick brown belt with a large gold buckle and an attached gun holster.
DIY: Use a regular brown belt and wrap a piece of brown felt around it to mimic a holster.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the blue jeans and tuck in the yellow grid-patterned long-sleeve shirt.
- 2
Layer the sleeveless cow-print vest over the yellow shirt.
- 3
Wrap the brown belt around your waist, positioning the large gold buckle at the center.
- 4
Fold the red bandana diagonally, roll it loosely, and tie it around your neck with the knot at the back.
- 5
Pin the gold sheriff star badge to the left side of your cow-print vest.
- 6
Put on your brown cowboy boots (or boot covers) and place the brown cowboy hat firmly on your head.
Makeup & hair
Keep makeup natural and clean. For hair, tuck any long hair under the cowboy hat, or style short hair in a neat, classic side part.
Toy Story for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up as Woody and Buzz Lightyear, or Woody and Jessie the yodeling cowgirl.
- group
- Gather friends to dress as Buzz, Jessie, Bo Peep, Rex, Slinky Dog, and Mr. Potato Head.
- kids
- An adorable, comfortable option using a soft printed jumpsuit and a lightweight foam hat.
- Plus size
- Look for a relaxed-fit yellow button-down and an open-front vest for a comfortable, adjustable fit.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a Woody-themed saddle costume complete with a tiny attached cowboy hat.
More ways people search for this costume
The most-searched variations of “Toy Story costume”, and how this look adapts to each.
Toy story costume dog
- Dress your dog in a Woody-themed saddle costume complete with a tiny attached cowboy hat.
Toy story group costume
- Gather friends to dress as Buzz, Jessie, Bo Peep, Rex, Slinky Dog, and Mr. Potato Head.
Toy story couple costume
- Pair up as Woody and Buzz Lightyear, or Woody and Jessie the yodeling cowgirl.
Tips
- Write 'ANDY' (with the 'N' backward for authenticity) on the bottom of your right boot using a black permanent marker.
- If you can't find a grid shirt, a plain yellow button-down still works perfectly when paired with the cow vest.
- Attach a white plastic ring to a white string and safety-pin it to the back of your vest to mimic Woody's pull-string.
Toy Story costume FAQ
- How do I make a DIY Woody vest?
- You can make a quick DIY vest by cutting the sleeves off an old white t-shirt or using white felt, then drawing black cow spots on it with a thick black permanent marker or fabric paint.
- What does Woody have written on his boot?
- Woody has 'ANDY' written in black marker on the sole of his right boot, with the letter 'N' drawn backward.
- Is a Toy Story costume good for groups?
- Yes, Toy Story is one of the best group costumes because of the massive cast of distinct characters like Buzz, Jessie, Bo Peep, Rex, and the Green Army Men.
Did you know? In early development, Woody was originally designed as a sarcastic, mean-spirited ventriloquist's dummy before being rewritten into the lovable, loyal cowboy toy we know today.