It’s time to dive into the world of mystery filled with ghosts, monsters, and costumes associated with the beloved Scooby-Doo Gang from the popular cartoon series.
For those of you who may not know, Scooby-Doo and his gang of curious kids have been solving mysteries since the late 1960s. From spooky mansions to creepy pirate ships, there’s no mystery too big or too small for the group of crime fighters that include Scooby Doo, Shaggy, Fred, Daphne, and Velma.
The importance of costumes in Scooby-Doo goes without saying. The whole show revolved around villains dressing up in costumes to fool the locals. So it’s only appropriate that Scooby Doo costumes are some of the most sought-after come Halloween or cosplay events. And with so many iconic characters to choose from, the possibilities are endless. So, grab your magnifying glass and get ready to sleuth your way through the best Scooby-Doo costume ideas!
Scooby Doo Costume
Ruh-roh, it’s time to talk about the essential member of the gang – Scooby-Doo himself! With his signature blue-collar and lovable personality, Scooby is a beloved costume for people of all ages.
To create your own Scooby-Doo costume, you’ll need a few key pieces. Start with a brown jumpsuit or onesie, which you can usually find online or in a costume store. You can also opt for a brown hoodie and pants if you prefer. Next, add a blue collar with a tag that says “SD” for a more authentic look.
Here are some options to dress like Scooby Doo from full-out costumes to individual pieces to put together an outfit yourself.
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Shaggy Costume
Like, it’s time to talk about Shaggy, man! This laid-back and always-hungry character is a popular character with his scruffy appearance and love for all things food-related.
To create your own Shaggy costume, start with a green t-shirt or sweater, preferably with a V-neck. Pair it with some loose-fitting brown pants or cargo shorts. You can also go with a dark red color pair of pants. To complete the look, add a messy brown wig with shaggy bangs to capture the true essence of Shaggy. If you want to go overboard make sure you have some snacks with you like a bag of chips or Scooby Snacks.
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Fred Jones Costume Ideas
Fred Jones is the leader of the Mystery Van gang, and his fashion sense reflects his leadership qualities. Fred is always seen wearing his signature orange ascot, a white pullover sweater with a blue-collar underneath. His pants are blue and usually paired with brown shoes. To complete a Fred costume, you will need an orange ascot, white shirt, and blue pants as his signature pieces.
More Fred Costume Ideas
- Men’s Blue Tapered Pants
- Orange Scarf Ascot
- Blonde Male Wig
- White Lightweight Sweater
- Kid’s Fred Jones Costume
Velma Dinkley Costume Ideas
Velma Dinkley is the brains of the Mystery Inc. gang and her fashion sense is as unique as her intelligence. Velma is known for wearing an orange turtleneck sweater, a red pleated skirt, orange knee-high socks, and red Mary Jane shoes.
She has short red hair and wears thick black glasses which is the key piece to making her costume come to life.
More Velma Costume Ideas
- Short Red Pleated Skirt
- Velma Wig and Glasses
- Orange Bodysuit Turtleneck
- Orange Knee High Socks
- Thick Square Women’s Glasses
Daphne Blake Costume Ideas
Daphne is known for her vibrant and fashionable style, often seen in a purple dress, green scarf, and violet stockings.
Maybe her most distinguishing feature is her bright red hair which makes Daphne a perfect costume choice for natural redheads. She is one of our featured looks in our Red Hair Costume Ideas post. Complete Daphne’s outfit with a pair of purple shoes.
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Bonus Scooby Doo Costume
The Scooby-Doo gang wouldn’t be complete without the iconic Mystery Machine van! And now, you can dress up your furry friend in their very own Mystery Machine costume!
We have a full post on Fun Dog Costumes for your best friend.
With this bonus costume idea, you can create the ultimate Scooby Doo gang ensemble by including your beloved pet in the fun. If you want more dog costume ideas then check out our big Dog Costume Guide post.
Scooby Costumes Final Thoughts
We hope that this article has provided you with some great ideas for dressing up as your favorite Scooby-Doo character. From Scooby himself to Shaggy, Fred, Velma, and even Daphne, there are plenty of options to choose from and most of the costumes are possible to pull off in a DIY style. You usually just need a few key pieces, which you find in our links provided, to bring the whole outfit together.
Remember, dressing up as the Scooby-Doo gang isn’t just for Halloween. You can wear these costumes to a themed party, cosplay event, or even just for fun with friends. The characters of Scooby-Doo have been around for decades and continue to be loved by people of all ages.
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