Book Week Costume Guide

Easy Book Week Costumes you can find at Midland Gate

Book Week is just around the corner, and if you haven’t sorted out a costume yet, don’t stress. We’ve pulled together some fun and easy dress-up inspo that you can create with items from right here at Midland Gate.

 

Whether your little one wants to be a classic character like Where’s Wally or something more playful like Thing 1 and Thing 2, there are plenty of low-fuss options that don’t require sewing, crafting or panic buying online.

 

Here are a few of our favourite easy costume ideas:

Matilda
Woody
Angelina Ballerina
Paddington
Where's Wally
Thing One and Thing Two
Minions
Alvin & the Chipmunks
  • Matilda: Blue long sleeve dress (Cotton On Kids), white cardigan (Ollie’s Place) and red headband (Best & Less)

 

  • Woody from Toy Story: Yellow plaid shirt (Cotton on Kids), blue jeans (Best & Less) and red bandana (Kmart)

 

  • Angelina Ballerina: Pink tutu (Cotton On Kids), pink wrap top (Kmart) and pink hair bows (Lovisa)

 

  • Paddington: Blue jacket (Target), brown pants (Kmart), rain boots and red hat (Cotton On Kids)

 

  • Wally: Red and white striped shirt (Big W), blue jeans (Ghanda) and black glasses (Kmart)

 

  • Thing 1 & Thing 2: Red T-shirt (Best & Less), Red leggings (Cotton On Kids) and blue wig (Big W)

 

  • Minions: Yellow Top (Kmart), blue denim overalls (Kmart) and yellow beanie (Target)

 

  • Alvin and the Chipmunks: Blue, red & green jumper (Best and Less) and blue jeans (Kmart)

 

The best part? These costumes are made from everyday pieces the kids will actually wear again, not just once a year. From comfy tees and colourful leggings to basic accessories, you’ll find it all at Midland Gate.

 

Whether you’ve planned ahead or need something last minute, we’ve got you covered.

 

No sewing. No stress. Just fun, affordable outfits the kids will love (and happily wear again)

 

 

FAQs

 

When is Book Week?

Book Week runs from August 16 to August 23 this year. Make sure to check with your child’s school for the specific day they’ll be dressing up. 

 

Do the costumes need to be from a specific book?

Ideally, yes. Book Week encourages kids to dress as their favourite book characters.

 

Can I find everything at Midland Gate?

Yes! Stores like Kmart, Big W, Target, Cotton On Kids, Best & Less, Ollie’s Place have everything from costumes and clothing to fun accessories. 

 

What if I don’t buy a costume? 

No problem. Most of these ideas use regular clothes your kids can wear again, so there’s no need for a one-off purchase.

 

 

 

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