Wendy's Girl Costume
Channel the sassy fast-food icon with classic blue stripes and red pigtails.
The Wendy's Girl is the beloved, freckle-faced mascot of the famous Wendy's fast-food chain, originally inspired by founder Dave Thomas's daughter. People choose this costume because it is instantly recognizable, nostalgic, and delightfully cheerful. The look centers around a blue and white striped dress, a crisp white collar, and signature bright red pigtails.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $25–60
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What you need for a Wendy's Girl costume
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Blue and white striped dress
A short-sleeved, knee-length dress with vertical blue and white stripes or a blue-and-white checkered pattern.
DIY: Use a plain blue dress and fabric paint or white ribbon to create vertical stripes.
White Peter Pan collar
A crisp, white rounded collar worn over the dress neckline.
DIY: Cut a collar shape out of white felt or cardstock and pin it to the dress neckline.
Blue collar bow
A small blue ribbon tied into a neat bow at the center of the collar.
DIY: Tie a piece of blue gift-wrapping ribbon into a bow and safety-pin it to the collar.
Red pigtail wig
A bright red wig styled into two high, braided pigtails tied with blue ribbons.
DIY: If you have long hair, spray it with temporary red hair color and braid it into two high pigtails.
White knee-high socks
Plain, opaque white knee-high socks or tights.
Black Mary Jane shoes
Classic black flat shoes with a single strap across the instep.
DIY: Any simple black flats or school shoes will work.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the white knee-high socks and slip into the black Mary Jane shoes.
- 2
Put on the blue and white striped dress.
- 3
Attach the detachable white Peter Pan collar to the neckline of the dress.
- 4
Fasten the small blue ribbon bow directly at the center of the collar.
- 5
Secure your natural hair under a wig cap, then put on the red braided pigtail wig, adjusting it to sit symmetrically.
- 6
Use an eyeliner pencil to draw a few light brown freckles across the bridge of your nose and cheeks.
Makeup & hair
Keep makeup clean and youthful with light pink blush, a swipe of mascara, and light brown freckles dotted across the cheeks and nose. The hair must be styled in two high, braided bright red pigtails tied with blue ribbons at the ends.
Wendy's Girl for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as a square hamburger, a cup of chocolate frosty, or Dave Thomas in a white shirt and red tie.
- group
- Form a fast-food mascot squad with friends dressed as Ronald McDonald, the Burger King, and Colonel Sanders.
- kids
- A miniature version of the striped dress and red yarn pigtails makes for an adorable, lightweight toddler costume.
- Plus size
- Look for an A-line or skater-style blue striped dress, which offers a comfortable and flattering fit.
- pet
- A small blue and white striped dog bandana paired with a tiny white collar.
Tips
- Carry a clean, empty Wendy's take-out bag or a clean Frosty cup as an easy, on-theme prop.
- Ensure the wig is pinned securely with bobby pins, as high pigtails can sometimes feel back-heavy.
- If the weather is cold, swap the knee-high socks for thick white tights to stay warm.
Wendy's Girl costume FAQ
- What does the Wendy's girl wear?
- She wears a blue and white striped or checkered dress with a white Peter Pan collar, a blue collar bow, white knee-high socks, black Mary Jane shoes, and bright red braided pigtails.
- How do you do the Wendy's costume makeup?
- Keep it simple and fresh-faced. Use a brown eyeliner pencil to dot small, natural-looking freckles across your nose and cheeks, and add a touch of pink blush.
- How can I make a DIY Wendy's costume quickly?
- Wear any blue dress, safety-pin a white paper or felt collar to the neck, tie a blue ribbon around it, put your hair in pigtails with temporary red hair spray, and carry a Wendy's cup.
Did you know? The Wendy's mascot is named after Wendy Thomas, the daughter of founder Dave Thomas, who used her nickname 'Wendy' (her real name is Melinda) to name the restaurant chain in 1969.