Few costume themes give you as many characters to work with as this one: a girl, her sister, a handful of aliens in every color, a doll, a fish and a man in a black suit. That makes it easy to dress one person, two friends, a family or even the dog. It's also a very forgiving theme to sew, because most of the alien looks start from a plain sweatshirt and joggers, and the human characters come straight out of a summer wardrobe. Below, each idea covers the clothes, hair, makeup, props and shoes. I've added notes on how I'd build the ears, belly panels and leaf prints, since those are the parts that decide whether a homemade version reads from across a room.
Sewing Alien Ears That Actually Stand Up
Almost every alien costume below depends on big ears, and floppy ears are the most common reason a homemade version looks off. Here's the method I use on a hoodie.
- Cut each ear twice from felt or fleece in the main color, plus a smaller inner piece in pink, purple or peach depending on the character.
- Cut a layer of thin craft foam slightly smaller than the outer shape. Foam gives stiffness without the weight of cardboard, and it survives being squashed in a car.
- Stitch the inner color onto one ear piece, sandwich the foam between the two outer pieces and topstitch close to the edge.
- Leave the base open, fold it into a slight cup and hand-stitch it to the hood along the seam line with strong thread, not glue. Hot glue lets go of fleece once it is pulled a few times.
For a child, I keep the ears a little smaller than the character's proportions so they don't catch on doorframes or tip the hood back off the head.
Felt on Sweatshirts, From Belly Panels to Leaf Prints
Felt is the obvious material for belly ovals and Lilo's white leaves, but it behaves differently on different bases. On cotton fleece, fabric tape or a few hand stitches hold well. On slick polyester or a printed onesie, tape edges lift within an hour, so I always stitch around the outside instead. Wool-blend felt keeps its edges cleaner than the cheap acrylic kind, which pills when it rubs against a backpack strap. And if the sweatshirt has any stretch, stitch the panel while the garment is on a flat surface, not stretched over a knee, or it puckers once it's worn.
1. Classic Lilo Red Dress Costume
The red dress is the first thing anyone pictures, so it's worth getting right. Start with a knee-length red dress and either buy fabric with large white leaves or cut the leaves from white felt and attach them with fabric tape. When I make this one, I cut the leaves big, about the size of a palm, because small ones just look like a floral print from a few steps away. Brown sandals or flip-flops, long dark loose hair with a center part (a wig if your hair is short), rosy cheeks and a little mascara finish it. A homemade Scrump doll, an instant camera or a tropical flower is the prop.
2. Hula Lilo Costume
This hula version suits children and adults equally well. Layer a red bandeau over a fitted red tank for coverage, then a green fabric or raffia hula skirt over red shorts, with leafy wrist and ankle bands on elastic. Tan sandals beat bare feet outside. Long black hair stays loose with a white flower behind one ear, and makeup is peach blush, tinted balm and soft brown liner. A leafy headband can replace the flower, and a light ukulele or lei is the prop. I'd choose a fabric skirt over raffia for kids; raffia sheds and scratches the backs of the legs after an hour.
3. Lilo Photographer Costume
Her photographer look is the less obvious choice, and fans love it. Wear a red Hawaiian shirt with bold white shapes over denim shorts or a red skirt, with sturdy brown sandals and white ankle socks. Leave long dark hair straight and a little tousled, and keep makeup to a touch of blush and balm. The camera is the whole costume: an instant camera on a comfortable neck strap, or a cardboard one if you'd rather not carry the real thing. A small crossbody bag holds photos and treats. I like this one for school days, since it's normal clothing that still clearly reads as the character.
4. Lilo School Outfit Costume
This is the build-it-from-the-drawer version. A bright red tee with a denim skirt or relaxed denim shorts, white socks and red canvas sneakers make an outfit a child can walk in all evening. Long black hair stays loose, with a straight wig if needed and a tropical flower behind one ear. Pink cheeks and a lip tint are plenty; no face paint required. A colorful backpack with removable tropical patches and a little Scrump hanging from the zipper make the character clear. I iron patches onto a scrap of felt and pin that on, so the backpack goes back to school unharmed.
5. Lilo With Scrump Costume
Here the doll is the star. Wear the red dress with big white leaf appliqués, brown sandals and a white flower clipped into long black hair, with light, cheerful makeup. Then sew a large Scrump from green fleece, with yarn hair, mismatched felt eyes and a pink bow. I use flat felt circles instead of real buttons on anything a child will hug, because buttons pull off and are a choking risk for small siblings. Carry her under one arm, or stitch backpack straps to her back so she rides along. Green and pink friendship bracelets echo her colors nicely in photos.
6. Classic Stitch Blue Hoodie Costume
A blue hoodie and matching sweatpants are the base for the classic Stitch. Sew or fabric-tape a pale blue oval to the front and darker blue patches on the back. The ears matter most: cut them from blue felt with pink felt inner sections, back them with thin craft foam, and stitch them firmly to the hood. A soft tail at the waistband, matching gloves with felt claws and blue sneakers complete the body. Pale blue makeup around the eyes and a navy nose do the face, which should stay visible rather than hidden under a mask. A plush frog or flower is a nice prop, and the fleece keeps a child warm on a cold night.
7. Stitch Onesie Costume
Comfort is the reason to go with a onesie. Look for a soft blue hooded jumpsuit with a pale belly, attached ears, a short tail and printed face details, and layer a blue tee and leggings underneath on cold nights. Blue slip-on sneakers or fuzzy shoe covers with nonslip soles are good for feet. Tuck hair inside the hood or put it in two small low buns that stay clear of the ears. Blue liner, rosy cheeks and a dark nose tip are enough makeup. The one thing I check on a bought onesie is the ears: if they flop over, a strip of foam slipped inside the seam usually fixes it.
8. Elvis Stitch Costume
Stitch as Elvis is the funny take for adults and costume contests. Start with a blue jumpsuit or hoodie-and-pants set with a pale belly, big blue-and-pink ears, a tail and blue sneakers. Over that goes a white costume jacket trimmed in gold with imitation gems and a wide standing collar. I'd sew the gems on rather than glue them; glued stones pop off as soon as the jacket flexes at the elbows. A black pompadour wig or hair sprayed upward, blue eye makeup, a navy nose and a curled lip for photos finish it, plus a light toy microphone and gold sunglasses hooked on the jacket.
9. Hula Stitch Costume
Island details on the blue alien make a bright, easy variation. Wear a fitted blue tee or hoodie with matching shorts or leggings and a pale belly panel, oversized felt ears on a headband and a soft tail at the waist. Over that, a green raffia or fabric hula skirt with leafy wrist and ankle cuffs. Blue sandals or sneakers keep it walkable, and a flower crown adds color as long as it sits behind the ears, not over them. Soft blue makeup, a navy nose and pink blush do the face. A small ukulele or pineapple bag is the prop. It's a good pick if the party involves dancing.
10. Space Suit Stitch Costume
This version turns him into a little space traveler. A fitted blue jumpsuit gets a pale belly panel, soft tail and large blue-and-pink ears, then a silver vest or light foam chest panel goes on top, with silver cuffs, blue gloves and blue high-tops. A clear plastic collar suggests a helmet without covering the face. Pale blue makeup, a navy nose and dark liner finish it. I glue cardboard control panels onto a small backpack for the space pack, and I add a strip of reflective tape there; it's decorative, and it also helps drivers see a small child after dark.
11. Angel Pink Alien Costume
Angel's pink is a cheerful swap for the blue. Start with a pink hoodie and matching leggings or sweatpants, then add a light pink belly oval, a curved tail and oversized pink ears lined with purple felt. Pink gloves and pink sneakers carry the color from head to toe. A long pale pink wig with soft bangs is optional; natural hair under the hood is fine. Pink shadow, rosy blush, purple liner and a small magenta nose do the face. A heart bag or toy microphone fits her musical side. Her ears are longer than his, so I stiffen them with foam all the way to the tips.
12. Scrump Doll Costume
A full Scrump is handmade on purpose, and that's what makes it cute. Wear a loose green shift dress or oversized green sweatshirt with green leggings, sew on flat felt circles for her uneven doll features, and add a big pink bow near the neckline. Thick purple yarn strands sewn to a headband stand up as her hair. Green makeup just on the cheeks, a stitched smile in cosmetic pencil and a different shadow on each eye give the face. Green sneakers and striped socks finish her. This is the one place I stitch badly on purpose: big uneven running stitches in contrast yarn are exactly the look.
13. Nani Casual Outfit Costume
Nani is a costume you could wear to the grocery store, which is part of the appeal. Pair a fitted green cropped tee with high-waisted denim shorts, or choose a longer green tee over a camisole for more coverage. Brown sandals, a simple shoulder bag and a flower bracelet complete it. Long dark hair goes in loose, slightly tousled waves, with bronzer, brown liner and coral blush. A grocery tote or framed family photo is a quiet prop. The trouble with everyday characters is that they can look like everyday clothes, so I tuck a small blue alien plush into the bag to make the connection.
14. Nani Surf Costume
This is Nani's sporty side. Wear a red-and-white rash guard or swim-style top over fitted board shorts or full-length swim leggings, with water-friendly sandals or white sneakers. Loose beach waves and a white flower by one ear suit it, and makeup should be fresh and long-wearing: bronzer, tinted balm and soft lashes. A light foam surfboard painted with blue tropical designs is the big prop, so keep it short enough to carry through a crowded room. A shell necklace and woven beach tote finish it. If you're outdoors in October, a long-sleeve rash guard over a thermal layer will save the evening.
15. David Surfer Costume
David is easy to put together from a thrift store. Wear a loose orange or rust tropical shirt over a white tank, knee-length blue board shorts, brown sandals, a shell necklace and a woven wristband. Dark hair goes wavy and a bit messy, or wear a short black wig, with a little bronzer if you like. A small foam surfboard or rolled beach towel is the prop, and a tiny blue alien plush clipped to the board helps people place him. It's a low-effort choice for men who don't want a jumpsuit, and he slots straight into a Nani, Lilo or family group.
16. Pleakley Green Alien Costume
Pleakley's one eye is the joke, so put the effort there. Start with a lime green long-sleeve shirt and matching pants, a purple vest or tunic on top, and green gloves with extended felt fingers. Build a headpiece with one large foam eye that sits above the forehead, leaving your own eyes uncovered, and add bendy green antennae and a small dark wig tuft. Green face makeup and purple shadow beat a full mask. Lime sneakers or shoe covers finish it, and a clipboard or Earth guidebook is the prop. I'd make the eye from a craft-foam dome on a headband; it's light enough to wear for a whole party.
17. Pleakley Human Disguise Costume
His human disguise is a thrift-store treasure hunt. Wear a bright patterned dress or purple skirt suit over green tights and a green long-sleeve top, with low purple pumps, loafers or ankle boots you can walk in. A short orange bob wig and oversized glasses give the silhouette. Green makeup on visible skin, bright pink lipstick and purple shadow show the alien underneath. A flowered handbag, a pearl-style necklace and a small sun hat make it funny, and a homemade Earth tourism brochure is the prop. Anyone can wear it. I'd keep it as character dress-up and not as a caricature of any real person.
18. Jumba Scientist Costume
Jumba is a big costume, and the padding is what makes it. Wear a purple sweatshirt and matching pants with a pale pink belly panel, and sew two short stuffed fabric arms to the sides. Keep those extra arms soft and short so they don't knock things over. A purple hood or bald cap with rounded felt ears, thick black brows and pink facial accents do the head, with a white lab coat over the body and purple sneakers. Costume goggles rest on the forehead. I stuff the belly with polyester batting rather than a pillow, since batting moves with you and doesn't slide down.
19. Jumba Human Disguise Costume
This is the easier Jumba, made from regular clothes. Wear a beige tropical shirt over a padded undershirt, khaki trousers, brown loafers, a dark belt and oversized square glasses. A short dark wig or bald cap, thick brows and a rounded purple nose hint at what's underneath, and purple gloves add another clue without body paint. A folded island map or tourist camera is the prop, with a small plush alien under one arm. I recommend this version for indoor parties; a fully padded alien suit gets hot in a warm room surprisingly quickly.
20. Cobra Bubbles Costume
Almost no crafting here, just precise tailoring. Wear a fitted black suit, white dress shirt, narrow black tie, black socks and polished black shoes, plus dark rectangular sunglasses and a bald cap if needed. A single costume earring and carefully shaped brows capture his serious look, and makeup stays clean and matte. Carry a plain folder or ID badge labeled as a social services document, without copying any real agency. A tiny blue alien peeking out of a black briefcase is the gag. I'd have the suit pressed sharp; with a costume this plain, a wrinkled jacket gives the game away.
21. Captain Gantu Costume
Gantu is huge, and you can suggest that without a heavy suit. Start with a charcoal padded sweatshirt and joggers, then add a broad gray foam chest panel, rounded shoulder shapes and a red uniform vest with black trim. Gray gloves and supportive charcoal sneakers follow. A light gray hood with small ears and a wide jawline frames an open face, with gray makeup on the forehead and cheeks and darker shading on the brows and nose. A red sash and metallic cuffs add rank. I'd carry a cardboard command tablet instead of any weapon, and simplify the padding for kids so they can still sit in a car seat.
22. Grand Councilwoman Costume
The Councilwoman is the elegant adult option in this theme. Wear a long cream or white high-neck gown with wide sleeves and a structured hem, a deep burgundy cape or shoulder drape, silver cuffs and white ankle boots. Build the tall, smooth head from a light foam shape covered in pale stretch fabric, held on with elastic. Pale gray or lavender makeup, dark plum shadow and sharp brows do the face, and a silver collar gives a ceremonial finish. A slim cardboard tablet with geometric symbols is the prop. I hem the gown an inch off the floor; that's the difference between gliding around a party and tripping on the stairs.
23. Reuben Yellow Alien Costume
Reuben is the sandwich-loving yellow alien, and he's an easy hoodie build. Wear a mustard yellow hoodie and matching joggers, sew a lighter yellow oval to the stomach, and make long ears from yellow foam or felt lined with peach fabric. Add a short tail, yellow gloves and yellow sneakers, with warm yellow makeup around the eyes, a brown nose and soft brows. The sandwich is essential: sew it from felt with soft stuffing so it stays light. A red cap or vest adds color. Mustard yellow can be hard to find in the same shade top and bottom, so I'd buy both pieces together.
24. Leroy Red Alien Costume
Leroy looks like Stitch in red with a meaner grin. Start with a red hoodie and pants, add a pale cream belly panel and darker red markings, and attach large red ears lined with pink felt, a curved tail and small soft back details. Red gloves and sneakers keep the silhouette continuous. Red makeup on the temples and cheeks, a burgundy nose and dramatic black brows set the expression, and a small white tuft sewn to the hood helps mark him as a different character. A toy microphone or cardboard control panel is the prop. He makes the most sense standing next to a blue Stitch and a pink Angel.
25. Sparky Yellow Electric Alien Costume
Sparky is all electricity, which you can show with felt. Wear a golden yellow fitted jumpsuit or hoodie and leggings, and add a cream belly panel, a long bendy tail and large ears with orange inner sections. Zigzag felt bolts along the arms and back suggest the charge. Yellow sneakers with reflective laces finish the base. Style hair upward with temporary yellow color or wear a short spiked wig, with gold shadow, orange liner and a yellow nose accent. A cardboard lightning-bolt sign or battery-shaped treat bag works well. Stay away from anything that looks like real electrical gear. I put a wire inside the tail so it curls instead of dragging.
26. Experiment 627 Costume
Experiment 627 is for someone who likes the less famous aliens. Build it on an orange-red hoodie and sweatpants with a pale belly panel and several soft fabric arms. Sew the extra arms close to the body so you can still get through a doorway. Large pointed ears, small back spikes, a curved tail and orange sneakers follow, with red-orange makeup, dark nose shading and raised black brows. A soft foam headpiece can carry extra decorative eyes while yours stay uncovered. A numbered experiment tag or cardboard lab file is the prop. On his own he's obscure, so I'd pair him with Jumba, Stitch or Reuben.
27. Mr. Stenchy Costume
Mr. Stenchy is tiny and purple, and he scales up into an adorable costume. Start with a lavender hoodie and leggings or joggers, then add a lighter purple belly oval, big floppy ears, a soft tail and rounded felt spots. Purple mittens and sneakers follow, with lavender makeup, pink blush and a small plum nose. A fuzzy purple tuft sewn to the hood gives the head texture. To reference his smell without any actual smell, carry a cardboard flower with drawn scent lines or a bunch of artificial flowers. A numbered tag at the neckline helps. Floppy ears are the easy kind; I don't stiffen these at all.
28. Pudge The Fish Costume
Pudge the fish is the choice only real fans will spot, which is half the fun. Wear a fitted orange long-sleeve top and leggings with a lighter oval belly panel, soft orange fins on the arms and a wide tail fin at the waistband. A hood or headband with big cartoon eyes completes the fish shape and keeps the face open. Orange sneakers or flipper-style shoe covers with nonslip soles, coral shadow, peach blush and glossy lips finish it. A felt peanut butter sandwich is his prop. I'd attach the tail fin with a wide elastic belt; pinned straight to leggings it drags them down all night.
29. Mertle Red Dress Costume
Mertle brings a prim attitude next to Lilo's tropical dress. Choose a neat red dress with a white collar, or a red top and matching skirt, with white ankle socks, black Mary Janes and a small structured handbag. A shoulder-length auburn or brown wig with smooth bangs and a red headband suits her, plus rosy blush, neat liner and glossy pink lips. A doll or scrapbook is the prop. Stand her next to someone in the red-and-white leaf dress and the rivalry is obvious. I'd starch that white collar; a crisp collar is what separates her from any little girl in a red dress.
30. Dr. Hämsterviel Costume
Dr. Hämsterviel can be more silly than villainous. Wear a white or pale gray hooded jumpsuit with a rounded belly panel, soft gray gloves, large hamster ears, a short tail and white sneakers. A red capelet or purple command vest adds contrast. A gray-and-white furry hood frames the face, with soft gray makeup, a pink nose and sharply angled brows, keeping the expression comic rather than frightening. A cardboard command console or star map is the prop. He's tiny in the film, but I wouldn't add platforms to play with scale; flat shoes are safest. He pairs naturally with Gantu or an experiment group.
31. Lilo And Stitch Best Friend Costume
This duo is built on the friendship at the center of the film. The Lilo wearer needs a red dress with large white leaves, brown sandals, long black hair, a white flower and natural rosy makeup. The Stitch wearer takes a blue hoodie and joggers with a pale belly, big felt ears, a soft tail, blue sneakers and simple blue face details. Lilo carries Scrump or a camera, Stitch a tropical flower or plush frog. Use breathable, flexible pieces so you can walk and pose together, and match flower bracelets on both. I'd make the two costumes at the same time so the leaf white and belly blue come from the same scraps.
32. Stitch And Angel Couple Costume
The blue-and-pink pair gives you a matching couple without identical outfits. One person wears a blue hoodie and joggers with a pale belly, blue-and-pink ears, a soft tail, gloves and blue sneakers. The other wears the same shapes in pink, with purple ear lining, a curved tail, pink shoes and a long pale pink wig. Blue eye makeup and a navy nose for him, pink shadow and a magenta nose for her. Each can carry half of a cardboard heart, and matching wristbands tie you together. I'd use one pattern for both sets of ears and tails so the shapes match exactly; only the color changes.
33. Nani And David Couple Costume
Relaxed island clothes make Nani and David an easy couple look. Nani wears a fitted green tee, high-waisted denim shorts, brown sandals and a white flower in long wavy dark hair, with bronzed makeup, coral blush and a woven shoulder bag. David wears an orange tropical shirt over a white tank, blue board shorts, brown sandals and a shell necklace, with tousled dark hair. A light foam surfboard and rolled towel complete the pair, and a little blue alien plush on the board makes the theme obvious. There are no wigs, body paint or animal suits involved, which is why I'd suggest this pair for a warm night.
34. Jumba And Pleakley Duo Costume
This alien duo works because the shapes are so different. Jumba wears a padded purple sweatshirt and pants with a pink belly, soft extra arms, a white lab coat, purple gloves and sneakers, a rounded hood, thick brows, light purple makeup and goggles above the eyes. Pleakley wears lime green under a purple tunic, with green gloves, lime shoes, antennae and a single-eye headpiece above the forehead, plus green face makeup and a small dark tuft. Jumba holds a cardboard invention, Pleakley a guidebook. Pose as the impatient scientist and the eager assistant. I'd build both from foam and fabric only, nothing rigid.
35. Lilo Stitch And Scrump Trio Costume
A trio mixes a girl, an alien and a handmade doll. Lilo wears the red leaf-print dress, brown sandals, long black hair, a white flower and rosy makeup. Stitch wears a blue hoodie-and-jogger set with a pale belly, big ears, tail, blue sneakers and a navy nose. Scrump wears an oversized green sweatshirt dress, green leggings, striped socks, green sneakers, a pink bow and a purple yarn headpiece, with flat felt features and cosmetic details rather than anything near the eyes. Lilo carries a camera, Stitch a flower, Scrump a mini doll. Pink and green bracelets on all three make the group look planned.
36. Lilo Nani And Stitch Family Costume
For a family of three, these characters look clearly different but still connected. Lilo wears the red-and-white leaf dress, brown sandals and long dark hair, carrying Scrump. Nani pairs a green fitted tee with denim shorts, brown sandals, loose dark waves and a woven tote. Stitch wears a blue hooded sweatshirt and pants with a pale belly, big ears, soft tail, blue sneakers and simple blue face makeup. The smallest child usually makes the best Stitch, because a cozy jumpsuit layers well and moves easily. Flower clips or matching bracelets give everyone a shared detail, and soft, light props keep family photos easy.
37. Lilo Stitch Nani And David Family Costume
Four people can cover the whole household and the boyfriend. Lilo wears the red leaf-print dress, brown sandals, long black hair and carries Scrump. Stitch wears a blue hooded set with felt ears, pale belly, tail, gloves and blue sneakers. Nani wears a green tee, denim shorts, sandals, loose dark hair and bronzed makeup, and David wears an orange tropical shirt, white tank, blue board shorts, sandals and a shell necklace, with a small foam surfboard. Matching white flowers unify the group without making anyone identical. I'd check every pair of sandals before a long trick-or-treat route, and swap to sneakers for anyone under ten.
38. Alien Experiment Group Costume
A group of friends can each take an experiment in a different colored sweatsuit: blue for Stitch, pink for Angel, yellow for Reuben, red for Leroy, gold for Sparky, lavender for Mr. Stenchy. Everyone gets a contrasting belly panel, oversized felt ears, a soft tail, matching gloves and comfortable sneakers, with faces visible and coordinating eye shadow and nose color. Numbered experiment tags at the neckline make the concept clear, and each person carries their own prop. When I make a set like this, I cut every belly panel and tail from one shared pattern, then change only the ears and markings, so the group looks like a series.
39. Lilo And Stitch Sibling Costume
Siblings are the most natural way to wear this pair, and it's easy to adapt by age. The Lilo sibling wears a soft red dress with securely stitched white felt leaves, comfortable brown sandals or sneakers and a white flower clip, with hair loose or in a low ponytail and gentle rosy makeup or none. The Stitch sibling wears a blue hooded onesie with a pale belly, flexible ears, a small tail and nonslip blue shoes, plus pink cheeks and a removable navy nose. A soft Scrump and a plush flower are the props. I avoid cords, stiff ears and long hems on little ones, and I check the onesie still opens fast for bathroom trips.
40. Lilo And Stitch Pet Owner Costume
The dog can join in, carefully. The owner wears Lilo's red dress with white leaf shapes, supportive brown sandals, long dark hair, a flower clip and rosy makeup, carrying a camera or a Scrump-shaped treat bag. The dog wears a blue vest or harness cover with a pale belly panel and small soft ears placed well away from the eyes, plus a short tail only if it doesn't bother them. No face paint, tight hoods, booties or dangling pieces on an animal. I make pet pieces in soft fleece with hook-and-loop closures so they come off in seconds if the dog seems unhappy. A blue bandana is the simplest fallback.
Hoodie Weather or Sandal Weather
This is a summer film, and half the human costumes are sandals and shorts. That's lovely for an indoor party and miserable on a cold trick-or-treat route. A few ways I adapt them without losing the character:
- Put skin-tone or matching colored leggings and a long-sleeve tee under Lilo's dress or Nani's shorts. The red and the green still read.
- Swap sandals for brown or white sneakers once you're outside; nobody checks feet in the dark.
- Layer a thermal top under the alien hoodies rather than a coat over them, so the belly panel stays visible.
- Choose a fleece hood with the ears sewn on, instead of a headband, for small kids. It doubles as a hat.
Start with the Red Dress or the Blue Hoodie
This theme stretches further than almost any other: a classic red dress, a cozy alien hoodie, a couple in blue and pink, or a different character for every member of the family. The easiest homemade route is everyday clothing in the right colors, then ears, belly panels, flowers, a wig and a light prop. Keep faces visible, wear shoes you can walk in, and put every attached piece through a test run at home before the event. Kids and pets need the softest, most secure pieces of all. Get the colors and the ears right, and people will know who you are before you've said a word.
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