How to dress like The Wiggles?

Big red skivvies are still stealing the show, decades after Greg, Murray, Jeff and Anthony first pointed their fingers and asked everyone to wake up. The Wiggles have been going long enough that the parents booking entertainers for this year's birthday party once watched the show themselves, which is why the costume turns up on birthday cakes for five-year-olds and on Muck Up Day hit lists for eighteen-year-olds in the same year.

Another part of the appeal is how easy the whole Wiggles costume is to pull off. Four bold colours, one instantly recognisable skivvy shape, and everyone from Nanna to the neighbour's kid knows exactly who you're meant to be.

If you want to get the look down to a T, this guide covers what you need to dress like a Wiggle, the best costume picks for every fan, how to DIY the look on a budget, and the right accessories.

What Do You Need to Dress Like a Wiggle?

Dressing like a Wiggle revolves around a coloured top or skivvy in your character's signature shade, black bottoms, Wiggles logo detailing on the chest, and a few character-specific finishing touches.

The colour does most of the work. Blue signals Anthony, purple is Lachy, red belongs to Simon, and yellow is for Emma or Tsehay. Pair the top with black pants for the boys and Tsehay, or a black skirt for Emma, then add the Wiggles logo across the chest so there's no mistaking which show you're channelling. 

From there, add the character details. Emma's look relies on her signature bow and a pair of Mary Jane-style shoes, while Tsehay leans into sunflower hair clips and yellow-detailed shoes. The others rely on the classic skivvy-and-logo combo to do the talking. 

For little fans, something like the Yellow Wiggle Deluxe Costume comes fully assembled, skivvy, logo, and all, so there's no last-minute sewing required. For the grown-ups, standalone adult tops make it easy for parents joining a family theme, or a whole crew turning it into a Muck Up Day or Mad Monday group costume, to get in on the fun without needing the full kids' kit.

Wiggles Costume Ideas for Every Fan

Every member of the group has a costume built around their own personality, so there's a version to suit any fan or friend group.

Yellow Wiggle (Emma & Tsehay): For an Emma-inspired outfit, all that’s needed are a bright yellow top, black skirt, and her trademark double bows. If you're channeling Tsehay, pair a yellow top with black pants or a skirt, then swap the bows for her signature sunflower headband and shoe clips. The Yellow Wiggle Deluxe Costume comes with matching accessories, and a dedicated range of shoes and headbands is available for fans who want to complete the set.

Anthony, Lachy & Simon (Blue, Purple & Red Wiggle): The boy Wiggles keep things simple, with a coloured top in blue, purple, or red, paired with black pants. It's comfortable, easy to wear all day, and mixes effortlessly into a group costume when everyone picks a different colour.

Captain Feathersword: For fans after something a little different, Captain Feathersword brings pirate flair to the Wiggles universe with his red coat and feathered hat. The Captain Feathersword Deluxe Costume is a popular alternative for kids who want a character with a bit more swagger than a plain skivvy.

The Family (or Mad Monday) Wiggles Costume: One Wiggle each is one of the easiest group costumes going, and it works just as well for a family photo day as it does for Muck Up Day, Mad Monday, or a footy trip. With adult sizing available across the coloured tops, the whole crew, kids and grown-ups alike, can coordinate without anyone missing out.

Wiggles 30th Anniversary Look: Marking three decades of the group, the Wiggles 30th Anniversary skirt option gives fans a fresh spin on the classic silhouette, ideal for anyone after a slightly different take on the traditional look.

How Do I Make a DIY Wiggles Costume?

A DIY Wiggles costume comes together with four basics: a coloured top, black bottoms, a logo on the chest, and a few character touches.

1. Start with a plain skivvy or top in the right shade, depending on which Wiggle you’re aiming for. Pair it with black pants or a black skirt, both easy wardrobe staples that don't need a special trip to source. 

2. Add a Wiggles logo to the chest, either drawn on with fabric marker or ironed on using a printable transfer, and the base look is done. For an Emma-inspired take, finish with pigtails and a couple of matching bows to nail her signature style.

3. Add a few optional extras to lift the costume further: black shoes, a coloured headband, or a sunflower clip for anyone leaning into Emma's look. Even without the extras, a plain coloured top and black bottoms read as a Wiggle instantly, which makes this a handy option for a last-minute Mad Monday costume pulled together the night before.

For a more polished, logo-ready finish without the DIY effort, ready-made tops and deluxe sets are available through Costume Super Centre's Wiggles range.

What Accessories Complete a Wiggles Costume?

A Wiggles costume is completed with character-specific accessories like headbands, bow sets, matching shoes, and hats. These small details turn a coloured top into a full character look.

The Yellow Wiggle's signature style leans heavily on her accessories. A Yellow Wiggle headband and bow set brings Emma's trademark look to life, while a sunflower headband and matching clips give a nod to Tsehay's vibrant style. Yellow Wiggle slippers or shoes complete either outfit.

Character-specific hats round out the accessory list for the other Wiggles. Captain Feathersword's feathered hat is the easiest way to shift a plain red costume into full pirate mode, giving the look its signature swagger.

Big Red Car, Here We Come

Bright, familiar, and impossible to mistake for anything else, a Wiggles look never goes out of style, no matter who's wearing it or what the occasion calls for. The same coloured top that works for a toddler's birthday party doubles up for Book Week, slots into a family dress-up day, and gets a second life as the easiest group costume on Muck Up Day or Mad Monday. 

With adult sizing available alongside the kids' range, there's no reason for the grown-ups to sit out the fun. Whether it's a full family of four rolling in as Blue, Purple, Red, and Yellow, or a mate stepping into a skivvy for one last Mad Monday send-off, the Big Red Car has room for everyone.

Ready to wiggle into character? Browse the full Wiggles Costumes collection for every character, colour, and size, or head straight to the Emma Wiggle Costumes collection for bows, skirts, and accessories built for the show's most requested star.