Wario Costume
Channel Nintendo's favorite greedy anti-hero in bold yellow and purple.
Wario is Nintendo's mischievous, treasure-loving rival to Mario, known for his exaggerated features and rebellious attitude. He is a popular costume choice for gamers who want a funny, high-energy character with a highly recognizable color scheme. The classic look consists of a yellow cap and shirt paired with purple overalls, white gloves, and a signature zig-zag mustache.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $30–75
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What you need for a Wario costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Wario costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Yellow newsboy cap
A bright yellow baker boy or newsboy style cap featuring a white circle patch with a blue 'W' on the front.
DIY: Take a plain yellow cap and fabric-glue a white felt circle with a blue felt 'W' onto the front.
Yellow t-shirt
A solid, bright yellow short-sleeve crewneck t-shirt in a relaxed fit.
Purple overalls
Classic denim or cotton overalls dyed in a vibrant purple color, featuring two large yellow buttons at the strap bases.
DIY: Use purple suspenders clipped onto purple pants, or hot-glue large yellow felt circles over the buttons of standard overalls.
White gloves
White cotton or polyester costume gloves, ideally with a blue 'W' printed or glued onto the back of each hand.
DIY: Draw a blue 'W' on the back of plain white gloves using a fabric marker.
Zig-zag mustache
A thick, black adhesive fake mustache styled with sharp, dramatic zig-zag points.
DIY: Cut a zig-zag mustache shape out of stiff black felt or adhesive craft foam and apply it with spirit gum.
Green shoes
Pointed green elf-style shoes or simple green canvas sneakers.
DIY: Wear green sneakers or wrap green felt covers over your everyday shoes.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Wario costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the bright yellow crewneck t-shirt.
- 2
Step into the purple overalls and adjust the shoulder straps so they sit comfortably.
- 3
If your overalls do not have yellow buttons, pin or glue large yellow felt circles over the front buttons.
- 4
Put on the green shoes or slip the green felt covers over your regular footwear.
- 5
Carefully peel the backing off the self-adhesive zig-zag mustache and press it firmly above your upper lip.
- 6
Pull on the white gloves, ensuring the blue 'W' logo faces outward on the back of your hands.
- 7
Place the yellow cap on your head, tilting it slightly back to show off the 'W' emblem.
Makeup & hair
Wario's hair is short and dark brown, which is mostly covered by his cap. For makeup, you can optionally use pink face paint or blush on the tip of your nose to mimic his cartoonish, bulbous pink nose.
Wario for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Waluigi in purple and black, or a captured Princess Peach.
- group
- Form a classic Super Mario group with Mario, Luigi, Peach, and Bowser.
- kids
- A yellow tee, purple sweatpants with suspenders, and a felt mustache make a comfortable kids' version.
- Plus size
- Overalls are naturally roomy; choose a relaxed-fit yellow tee and stretch-canvas purple overalls for comfort.
- pet
- A yellow pet t-shirt paired with a tiny yellow cap strapped under the chin.
Tips
- If you cannot find purple overalls, purple jeans paired with purple clip-on suspenders work perfectly.
- Keep spare spirit gum or double-sided tape on hand to keep the heavy zig-zag mustache secure if you plan on eating or drinking.
- Strike Wario's signature pose for photos: flex your muscles, puff out your chest, and give a mischievous, wide-mouthed grin.
Wario costume FAQ
- What color are Wario's clothes?
- Wario wears a bright yellow cap and t-shirt, vibrant purple overalls with yellow buttons, white gloves with a blue 'W', and green pointed shoes.
- How do I make a DIY Wario mustache?
- You can easily make his mustache by cutting a sharp, zig-zag pattern out of stiff black felt or adhesive craft foam, then applying it with skin-safe spirit gum.
- What is the difference between Wario and Mario's outfits?
- While Mario wears red and blue with an 'M' logo, Wario wears yellow and purple with a 'W' logo, and features a zig-zag mustache instead of a curved one.
Did you know? Wario's name is a portmanteau of the Japanese word 'warui' (meaning 'bad') and 'Mario', literally translating to 'Bad Mario'.