Wirt and Greg Costume
Step into the Unknown with this whimsical, nostalgic animated duo costume.
Wirt and Greg are the half-brother protagonists of the beloved animated miniseries 'Over the Garden Wall'. This costume is a favorite for duos, couples, and siblings who want to capture the show's vintage, autumnal, and slightly eerie fairytale aesthetic. The look features Wirt's signature pointed blue hat and red cape paired with Greg's green overalls and upside-down teapot helmet.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~90 min
- Budget
- $40–110
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What you need for a Wirt and Greg costume
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Wirt's Pointed Hat
A tall, conical pointed hat made of stiff red felt or fabric.
DIY: Roll a sheet of stiff red felt into a cone shape, glue the seam, and trim the bottom edge to fit your head.
Wirt's Navy Blue Cape
A navy blue or dark blue cape that drapes over the shoulders, featuring a gold button or clasp at the collar.
DIY: Cut a semi-circle of navy blue fabric, hem the edges, and sew a large gold button at the neck closure.
Wirt's Red Suspenders and Grey Pants
Thin red suspenders worn over dark grey or charcoal trousers.
DIY: Clip red elastic suspenders onto a pair of dark grey pants from your closet.
Greg's Green Overalls
Bright green cotton or denim overalls worn over a light yellow or white collared shirt.
DIY: Dye a pair of white overalls green using fabric dye, or wear a green romper.
Greg's Teapot Hat
A silver or grey pewter-look teapot worn upside down on the head.
DIY: Paint a lightweight plastic toy teapot silver, remove the lid, and attach an elastic chin strap to wear it upside down.
Jason Funderburker (The Frog)
A small green plush frog carried as a prop.
DIY: Carry a green painted rock or a simple felt frog cutout.
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How to put it together
- 1
For Wirt: Put on a white collared shirt, dark grey trousers, and dark brown oxford shoes.
- 2
Attach the red suspenders to the trousers and drape the navy blue cape over your shoulders, fastening it at the collar.
- 3
Place the tall, pointed red cone hat securely on your head.
- 4
For Greg: Put on a light yellow collared shirt under the green overalls, rolling the pant cuffs up slightly.
- 5
Secure the silver teapot upside down on your head using a clear or skin-toned elastic band under the chin.
- 6
Carry the green plush frog prop to complete Greg's look.
Makeup & hair
Keep makeup minimal and natural. Wirt has messy, dark brown hair peeking out from under his hat, while Greg has short, messy light brown hair.
Wirt and Greg for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- One person dresses as Wirt and the other as Greg, or pair Wirt with Beatrice in her bluebird form.
- group
- Add Beatrice (in a blue dress with orange accents) and the Woodsman (with a black coat and lantern).
- kids
- This is an adorable sibling costume; scale down the overalls and cape for toddlers.
- Plus size
- Look for stretch-knit green overalls for Greg and a wide-cut navy cloak for Wirt.
- pet
- Dress a small dog in a green sweater to represent Jason Funderburker the frog.
Tips
- Use lightweight materials for Greg's teapot hat so it doesn't slide off or feel too heavy during the night.
- For Wirt's cape, a stiff fabric like wool or heavy felt helps maintain the structured collar shape.
- Take photos in an autumnal forest, park, or pumpkin patch to capture the show's signature 'Unknown' atmosphere.
Wirt and Greg costume FAQ
- What kind of teapot does Greg wear?
- Greg wears a classic silver or pewter-colored teapot with a curved spout and handle, worn completely upside down on his head.
- How do you make Wirt's hat stay on?
- You can sew a small hair comb inside the rim of the felt cone or use bobby pins to secure it to your hair.
- Is this costume warm enough for cold weather?
- Yes, Wirt's cape and trousers make it highly adaptable for chilly autumn nights, and you can easily layer thermal wear underneath.
Did you know? The creator of the show, Patrick McHale, based Wirt's design on a mix of historical 19th-century clothing and a classic Halloween costume that went wrong.