11 Creative Ways to DIY Your Own Minnie Mouse Costume for Halloween

From Good Housekeeping

October 31 is just around the corner — which means it's time to find the best Halloween costume ever! When it comes to an easy homemade costume that's great for all ages, everyone knows there's nothing better than dressing up as your favorite childhood cartoon character. Enter Minnie Mouse, the most iconic (and sweetest) of the bunch! Luckily, with just a few staple items from your closet, it's easier than ever to create your own DIY Minnie Mouse costume.

To help you transform into Disney's most iconic character this Halloween, we've rounded up all the best Minnie Mouse costumes you can put together at home, from easy outfits for adults to the best Halloween costumes for kids, teens, and the whole family (because what could be cuter than dressing up as Minnie with your mini-me?). Whether you're going for classy, cute, or simple, these easy last-minute costumes and DIY ideas for Minnie Mouse will easily transform you into Disney's iconic female mouse — and will definitely have you celebrating your cutest Halloween yet.

Simple DIY Minnie Mouse Costume

There's nothing like a Halloween costume that's sweet, simple, and easy to put together — especially if it's as cute as this Minnie Mouse look! Just pair this hand-sewn red polka dot skirt made by Etsy shop Lynn's Rags with your everyday closet staples — including your basic white tee and your best black flats — and of course a Minnie Mouse headband. Plus, if you just ditch the mouse ears, you can totally wear this outfit for a cute everyday look!

Cute DIY Minnie Mouse Costume

Though Heidi Klum usually goes over-the-top for her Halloween costumes, her ultra-cute take on Minnie at the Minnie Mouse's Hollywood Walk of Hame celebration couldn't be easier to emulate. Just throw on a black polka dot top or dress and put on some red lipstick. Then, all you'll need are those recognizable ears (we love Heidi's sparkly ones!) for a go-to last-minute costume.

Retro Glam DIY Minnie Mouse Costume

There's no better time than Halloween to glam it up! We love this fabulous retro take on Minnie Mouse, complete with stylish yellow accents from the belt, shoes, and purse. Just don't forget the fancy white gloves and Minnie ears!

Classy DIY Minnie Mouse Costume

Looking for a fashionable take on Minnie Mouse? This classy look from Sarah Jessica Parker is an easy (and stylish) costume idea — just don your best white blouse, red midi skirt, and a pair of red heels. For a simple way to level up your basic black mouse ears, opt for one that's made of black lace — it's elegant and unique!

DIY Minnie Mouse Costume for Kids

Your "mini me" can dress up as Minnie, too! For the cutest DIY Minnie Mouse costume for your kid, simply tie a yellow ribbon sash around a red polka dot dress, and finish it off with some white gloves, black ballet flats, and the classic mouse ears. Of course, if you're up for true DIY challenge, you can try your hand at sewing the dress by using a pattern.

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DIY Minnie Mouse Costume for Toddlers

If your little one is a toddler, this adorable Minnie Mouse tutu dress from Etsy shop Lover Dovers Clothing is the perfect look. Just pair it with some white socks and black Mary Jane flats, and then opt for a red polka dot bow headband instead of the usual ears. She'll be the cutest Minnie ever in no time!

DIY Minnie Mouse Costume for Tweens

This sweet Minnie costume is perfect for all ages, but we especially love it as an idea for tweens and teens. Making the DIY tutu skirt is as easy as adding some white vinyl polka dots to a red tulle (yup, there's no sewing involved!). Then, pair it with a pair of black leggings, a black top, and the cutest DIY Minnie Mouse bow headband you can make yourself.

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DIY "Minnie M&M" Costume for Kids

How cute (and creative) is this kids' Minnie Mouse costume?! We love this clever DIY mashup of Minnie Mouse and the best chocolate candy — M&M's — as a punny and unique spin on Minnie. Plus, it's simpler to put together than it looks — all you need to do is make the round M&M's logo for the dress with white sticker paper and red felt, and then spray paint some lentils to hot-glue them onto the ears.

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DIY Mickey and Minnie Mouse Family Costume

Minnie needs her Mickey(s)! Make Disney's beloved mice into an adorable family costume, complete with matching Mickey costumes for your partner and your little one. Plus, this super-cute version of Minnie is so easy to DIY with just a few closet staples (like a black top and some black tights) and some colored felt to cut out for the skirt, gloves, and flowered red hat.

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DIY '50s-Inspired Mickey and Minnie Mouse Couples Costume

Why not combine your favorite cartoon characters with the favorite musical film, Grease? For the ultimate couples costume, we love the idea of taking inspo from the '50s to put a creative spin on Mickey and Minnie. It's as easy as ironing on a varsity "M" patch on a basic white sweater — then donning a red skirt, a red bandana, and of course a Minnie hat!

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DIY Disney Minnie Mouse Costume

This option is for those who want to go all out this year — kid or adult. For the most authentic portrayal of Minnie, consider buying Disney Halloween costume sets, which include her iconic red polka dot dress and her iconic mouse ears. Go one step further (literally) and tie your entire outfit together with Minnie's bright yellow shoes!

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