Tweedledum and Tweedledee Costume
Double the fun with Alice in Wonderland's iconic twin duo.
Tweedledee and Tweedledum are the whimsical, rhyming twin brothers from Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland. This classic look is a favorite for couples and duos because of its bright, instantly recognizable color scheme. The costume features matching yellow shirts, red pants, oversized white collars, and blue bow ties.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $25–75
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What you need for a Tweedledum and Tweedledee costume
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Yellow short-sleeve shirt
A plain, bright yellow crewneck t-shirt or polo shirt.
DIY: Use any solid yellow shirt you already own.
Red pants or skirt
Bright red trousers, sweatpants, or a red skater skirt for a feminine twist.
DIY: Wear red leggings or sweatpants.
Oversized white collar
A wide, pointed white bib collar that sits over the shoulders.
DIY: Cut a large collar shape out of white felt or poster board and safety pin it to the neckline.
Blue bow tie
A large, oversized royal blue bow tie worn at the neck.
DIY: Tie a wide strip of blue satin ribbon or felt into a bow and pin it to the collar.
Red beanie with propeller
A red baseball cap or beanie topped with a small yellow flag or propeller.
DIY: Attach a small yellow felt flag on a pipe cleaner to a plain red beanie.
White gloves
Simple white cotton gloves to complete the cartoonish look.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the bright red pants or skirt.
- 2
Tuck the solid yellow t-shirt neatly into the waistband.
- 3
Position the oversized white collar over the neck of the yellow shirt.
- 4
Fasten the large blue bow tie directly over the center of the white collar.
- 5
Put on the red beanie, ensuring the propeller or flag sits upright on top.
- 6
Slip on the white cotton gloves and complete the outfit with black or brown shoes.
Makeup & hair
Keep hair simple or tucked under the red beanie. For makeup, apply round, rosy pink circles to the cheeks and a bright, cheerful smile to match their playful personalities.
Tweedledum and Tweedledee for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- One person dresses as Tweedledee and the other as Tweedledum, using name badges on their collars to tell them apart.
- group
- Pair up with Alice, the Mad Hatter, and the White Rabbit for a complete Alice in Wonderland group theme.
- kids
- Use a yellow t-shirt, red sweatpants, and a felt collar for a comfortable, playground-friendly kids' costume.
- Plus size
- Opt for loose-fitting red sweatpants and an oversized yellow t-shirt for a comfortable, highly adjustable fit.
- pet
- A red dog bandana with a small white collar and blue bow attached, paired with a tiny red hat.
Tips
- Add custom name tags reading 'Tweedledee' and 'Tweedledum' in black script on your collars to easily identify who is who.
- Wear comfortable black sneakers or loafers, as you will likely be walking or bouncing around together.
- Coordinate your poses for photos—try mirroring each other's arm movements or standing back-to-back.
Tweedledum and Tweedledee costume FAQ
- What colors do Tweedledee and Tweedledum wear?
- They wear bright yellow shirts, red pants, oversized white collars, blue bow ties, and red hats with yellow flags or propellers on top.
- How do you tell Tweedledee and Tweedledum apart?
- In most adaptations, they are identical except for the names written on their collars: 'Tweedledee' on one and 'Tweedledum' on the other.
- Is this costume suitable for a last-minute DIY?
- Yes, it is incredibly easy to DIY using a basic yellow shirt, red pants, and white felt for the collar.
Did you know? Although popularised by Lewis Carroll's 1871 novel 'Through the Looking-Glass', Tweedledum and Tweedledee actually originated in an 18th-century nursery rhyme about a musical rivalry.