Mickey and Minnie Mouse Costumes

Timeless Yet Classic Mickey And Minnie Mouse Costumes

Wearing costumes for Halloween, parties, celebrations or just for playing dress up is a great way for children to express themselves. There are hundreds of thousands of costume choices; everything from characters to monsters, even popular celebrities. But Mickey and Minnie Mouse costumes are among the most classic yet in demand choices still today.

Mickey Mouse has been around since his creation in 1928 and is the most common symbol associated with the Walt Disney Empire. A wholesome character, this upbeat and cheerful rodent is always recognizable in his white gloves, red shorts, yellow shoes and large mouse ears. Minnie was also developed in 1928 but was not seen by the public until a few years later. She is Mickey’s gal pal and Daisy Duck’s best friend. Her traditional look is a cute dress, stockings, big bow between her ears and large, oversized heels.

There are multiple companies that offer manufactured costumes of these popular characters. Mickey is usually always presented in his traditional colors and outfit while there are many variations of Minnie’s look. Her costumes are available in different colors including pink, purple, and the most commonly seen bright red. However, they always include a skirt covered in white polka dots with a coordinating hair bow and stockings. Costume shops, toy stores, and internet retailers are among the locations that sell costumes. Prices will vary depending on the size and accessories included with the outfit.

It is also quite easy to make Mickey and Minnie Mouse costumes at home. This not only saves money but gives

the creator a great sense of pride when they see their homemade costumes come to life. Mickey can be made using a black sweatshirt and sweatpants. Find a pair of red shorts and glue two large, yellow felt circles on the front to resemble big buttons. Place the shorts over the sweatpants and then add a pair of white gloves to the ensemble. Mickey’s shoes can be replicated by simply finding a pair of yellow tennis shoes or painting an old pair. Complete the look with large ears made of cardboard circles covered in black felt, then attached to a black headband. You can also add ears to the hood of a hooded sweatshirt.

Minnie is simple to make as well. Start with a black leotard or shirt and add a skirt made of red material with white polka dots. Black tights, patent leather shoes, and a cute bow between the mouse ears will finish the costume. Black makeup can be used to color the nose for Mickey or Minnie. No matter which costume design you choose, these characters are sure to be admired.