Juno is one of the easiest movie costumes I know to pull from a closet, because almost nothing in it is a costume piece. Juno MacGuff dresses in mismatched layers: an orange striped shirt, a brown hoodie and a plaid skirt pulled over jeans, with flat skate shoes and, if you want it, a soft faux bump. Paulie Bleeker's maroon track shirt, yellow shorts, striped knee socks and sweatbands give a partner something just as easy to read. The looks below run from the classic outfit through Paulie, Leah, Vanessa, Mark, Bren, Mac and Rollo, with seasonal, maternity, plus-size and group versions along the way. Most of them can be found on one thrift run.
Getting a Plaid Skirt to Sit Right Over Jeans
The skirt-over-jeans layer is the part of Juno people fuss with most, and it's nearly always a fit problem. A fitted skirt with a zip is cut for a bare hip, so pulled over denim it either won't close or rides up every time you take a step. I look for an elastic, drawstring or wrap waist, about one size up from your usual, and a length that stops at mid-thigh so plenty of jeans show underneath.
Pleated and A-line shapes hang better over denim than straight skirts, which cling to the jeans and wrinkle across the front. If the skirt still creeps up, two small safety pins through the waistband into the belt loops at each side hold it level all night.
Which jeans to put underneath
Straight-leg or bootcut jeans in a mid or faded wash look closest to the film. Skinny jeans make the skirt flare out at an odd angle, and very baggy ones bunch up under the hem. If your only jeans are dark and new, the outfit still works, but a softer wash looks more like something Juno would have pulled off her bedroom floor.
1. Classic Juno MacGuff Costume
The skirt over jeans is the detail that identifies her, so I get that right before anything else. Put an orange-and-white striped tee under a loose brown zip hoodie, then pull a short plaid skirt over straight-leg jeans. A skirt with an elastic or drawstring waist sits flatter over denim than a fitted one, which rides up and bunches at the hip. The padded belly is optional. Keep the hair dark and slightly tousled, with lightly smudged brown liner and tinted balm, and wear worn brown skate shoes. An empty orange drink carton or a hamburger-shaped phone is all the prop you need.
2. Juno And Paulie Bleeker Couple Costume
Juno and Paulie are the pairing most people guess first, mostly because of Paulie's colours. Juno wears her usual stack of orange striped tee, brown hoodie and plaid skirt over jeans, with flat skate shoes, tousled hair, the optional faux belly and an orange drink carton. Paulie needs a maroon crew-neck athletic shirt, bright yellow running shorts, white knee socks striped in maroon and yellow, running shoes and yellow wristbands, plus a sweatband and a little box of orange mints. I'd hunt down the socks first, since striped knee socks in those exact colours are the hardest piece to find in October. Makeup can stay minimal for both of you. The film's look is ordinary on purpose, and that's why sportswear and thrift finds cover almost all of it.
3. Juno Movie Poster Costume
The poster version is the classic outfit made tidier, so fit matters more than in the thrown-together takes. I pick a fitted orange-and-white stripe under a chocolate-brown hoodie, and a pleated brown-and-tan plaid skirt over faded bootcut jeans. If you add a faux belly, keep it light and strapped in place, because a bump that slides sideways spoils the silhouette in every photo. Style dark hair messy with an off-centre part, and keep makeup to light foundation, a touch of pink on the cheeks and soft brown liner. Brown low-top sneakers and a clear cup of bright orange juice finish it. When someone raises a camera, stand slightly side-on with your hands near the hoodie pockets.
4. Pregnant Juno Halloween Costume
If you're actually expecting, this is one of the kindest costumes you can wear, because nothing in it presses on the bump. Look for a stretchy orange striped maternity tee and wear a brown hoodie open over it. On top of maternity jeans, a plaid wrap skirt lets you tie the waist wherever it feels best, above or below the belly. Flat brown sneakers keep you steady through hours of standing. Loose waves, brown mascara and rosy balm are plenty, with a small orange drink carton to hold. I'd avoid anything that needs tight lacing or pins near the waist; every layer should come off in seconds if you get warm.
5. No-Bump Juno Costume
Plenty of people would rather not wear a fake belly, and Juno still reads without one. The colours and the layering do the work. Wear an orange striped tee, a relaxed brown hoodie and a pleated plaid skirt over straight-leg jeans, with brown skate sneakers, sizing everything a little big for that mid-2000s slouch. Dark hair with an uneven side part, tinted moisturiser and brown liner keep the face simple. Pick one prop, such as the hamburger phone or a small guitar case. This is the version I suggest for school events and offices, where a padded bump can feel awkward.
6. Last-Minute Juno Costume
Most closets already hold half of this. Any orange striped top will do, and the hoodie only needs to be a warm brown or rust with a zip front. Layer a plaid mini over relaxed jeans, or if there's no skirt in the house, tie a plaid shirt around your waist with the sleeves knotted at the front. Old sneakers or canvas slip-ons are fine. Longer hair can be tucked into the hoodie so it reads shoulder-length. A folded hand towel makes a temporary bump, though it shifts unless you tuck your shirt into your jeans to hold it. Carry an orange drink carton and people will get it even when the colours aren't exact.
7. Thrifted Juno Costume
I shop the men's racks for the hoodie. A men's medium or large gives the boxy shoulders this look needs, while women's hoodies tend to be cut closer to the body. The orange striped tee usually turns up among the casual tees, and any muted plaid skirt works, with brown and rust reading closest to the film. Layer it over faded straight-leg jeans. Worn pieces look more right than new ones here, so a slightly pilled hoodie is a plus. Wash secondhand sneakers before wearing them, style your hair or a dark wig in loose waves, and carry a retro phone or empty carton. For a reusable bump, sew a fabric pouch and fill it with batting so it keeps its shape for next year.
8. Winter Juno Costume
This is the cold-night Juno, and it's the one I'd pick for a long walk around the neighbourhood. A gray graphic tee goes under a red zip hoodie, with an oversized brown plaid coat on top. Loose camouflage cargo pants or relaxed jeans, thick socks and sturdy brown sneakers handle the walking, and a navy-and-gray striped scarf adds warmth along with one more layer of that thrown-together look. Leave the hair in casual waves that can sit under the coat collar, and keep makeup to soft liner and a muted berry balm. If you wear a padded belly, strap it under the hoodie so the edges don't show when the coat swings open. A notebook or retro phone fits in a pocket, which beats juggling a bulky prop in gloves.
9. Juno School Outfit Costume
School dress-up days usually come with rules about coverage, so I build this one around them. Switch to a long-sleeve orange striped shirt under the brown hoodie and choose a knee-length plaid skirt over straight-leg jeans; check the school's dress code before going any shorter. Brown canvas sneakers and a small backpack make it look like a student's outfit. Natural tousled hair or a plain brown wig, neutral eyeshadow and clear balm keep it classroom-appropriate. Leave out the faux belly if the setting calls for it and let a retro phone or a craft-paper orange carton carry the reference. Stripes, plaid, denim and the hoodie are enough for classmates to recognise her.
10. Juno With Hamburger Phone Costume
The hamburger phone is the prop fans remember, so it's worth making a decent one. Wear the classic orange stripes, open brown hoodie, plaid skirt over jeans and flat brown sneakers, with an optional soft belly under the shirt and barely-there makeup with smudged liner. I build the phone from stacked foam circles painted as bun, patty and lettuce, with felt layers glued between and a coiled cord made from a curly hair tie or an old handset cable. Keep it about the size of a real burger; anything bigger gets set down and forgotten by the second hour. Clipped to a light crossbody strap, it leaves your hands free for food, and a handmade prop like this is what costume contest judges tend to notice.
11. Juno With Orange Drink Costume
Juno's muted browns need one bright spot, and an orange drink provides it. Under a cocoa hoodie, wear an orange striped tee, then a brown plaid skirt over faded jeans and worn skate-style sneakers. If you add a belly pad, smooth the edges under the shirt so no ridge shows at the waist. Loose bends in the hair, tinted moisturiser, brown liner and a natural pink lip are enough. A rinsed empty carton works, or paint a cardboard one you can reuse each year. At public events I'd carry a clear bottle of real orange juice instead, since you'll want something to drink anyway.
12. Juno With Acoustic Guitar Costume
A guitar brings in the film's music side, but it's also the most awkward prop on this list. Wear a burnt-orange stripe and an oversized brown hoodie over a plaid skirt and relaxed jeans, with dark brown sneakers, soft tousled hair and liner smudged along the upper lashes. If you wear a padded belly, carry the guitar at your side so it doesn't press the bump flat. A toy guitar or an empty case covered in removable stickers is far easier to manage than a real instrument. Bring a real one only with a proper strap, and keep it out of packed rooms where someone will knock the headstock.
13. Modern Juno Halloween Costume
This take keeps the colours but swaps in pieces you'd happily wear on a normal weekend. A fitted orange-and-cream striped baby tee goes under an oversized chocolate zip hoodie, and a pleated brown plaid skort replaces the mini over straight-leg vintage-wash jeans. I like the skort here because it doesn't flip up when you sit on a low sofa. Chunky brown sneakers or suede-look slip-ons, a shaggy cut with face-framing layers, brushed brows, brown winged liner and tinted balm keep it current. Add a fabric belly pad if you like, plus a phone-shaped crossbody bag or an orange carton. Everything except the bump goes straight back into your wardrobe on November 1.
14. Plus-Size Juno Costume
Juno's loose layers already suit a plus-size costume, so the work is in fit rather than disguise. Choose an orange striped tee with plenty of stretch and an open brown hoodie long enough to fall past the hips. A plaid wrap skirt or stretch skort over straight-leg jeans adjusts at the waist instead of cutting in, which matters after a few hours of sitting. For the bump, a light fabric pouch on a broad elastic band spreads the weight; a narrow band rolls and digs. Supportive brown sneakers, relaxed waves and a rosy balm, plus an orange carton or retro phone, are all it needs. Breathable cotton matters more than copying every garment exactly.
15. Juno And Leah Friend Costume
Leah is the fun half of this pair because she dresses the opposite way to Juno. Juno wears her orange stripe, brown hoodie, plaid skirt over jeans and brown sneakers, with the optional belly and slightly untidy dark hair. Leah gets a fitted colourful tank or graphic top, a cropped jacket, low-rise flares and platform sneakers, plus glossy lips, defined liner and long straight hair. I keep Leah's colours brighter than Juno's on purpose; if you both lean brown, the duo stops reading as two characters. Juno holds the orange carton and Leah a flip phone or small shoulder bag. Two casual mid-2000s silhouettes are an easy alternative to fussy matching costumes for two friends.
16. Juno And Bren Family Costume
Bren is Juno's stepmother, and her outfit is fan-made since the film dresses her in everyday clothes. That's exactly why it's easy. Juno wears the striped top, brown hoodie and plaid skirt over jeans, with the optional bump, tousled dark hair and brown sneakers. For Bren, put together a patterned blouse, a practical cardigan, relaxed dark pants and low-heeled ankle boots, with short softly layered hair and a muted lipstick. A big handbag or a parenting book gives her a prop with a wink in it. I keep both outfits in warm autumn colours so a stranger sees a pair rather than two people who happened to stand together.
17. Juno And Mac MacGuff Costume
Mac MacGuff is the quietest costume here, which suits a dad who'd rather not dress up much. Juno wears the striped orange shirt, brown hoodie, plaid skirt over jeans and brown skate shoes, with the optional rounded belly, tousled hair, soft liner and an orange drink. Mac gets a plaid flannel under a neutral work jacket, relaxed khakis and sturdy brown shoes. If he wants stubble and doesn't have it, stipple brown cream makeup on with a textured sponge and set it with powder; it looks more natural than drawn lines and comes off with ordinary cleanser. A clipboard or a travel mug keeps it suburban. Because both outfits are so low-key, stand close in photos, since body language carries this pairing as much as the clothes do.
18. Juno And Rollo Store Costume
Rollo, the deadpan store clerk, turns this into a pair built on one memorable scene. Juno wears her orange stripe, brown hoodie, plaid skirt over jeans and brown sneakers, with the optional belly, casually messy hair and natural makeup. Rollo needs a dark clerk polo, khakis, comfortable black shoes and a handmade rectangular name tag. I letter the tag in marker on card and cover it with clear packing tape so it doesn't curl or smudge. A paper bag of clean snack packets, orange mints or an empty carton sets the scene, and leaving off real store logos keeps it your own. The costume only lands if Rollo keeps a straight face, so practise the dry stare before the party.
19. Paulie Bleeker Running Costume
Paulie works alone if the colours are right, because the maroon and yellow are what people recognise. Wear a maroon athletic tee with a handmade gold mascot emblem stuck on with removable fabric tape, so the shirt goes back to normal afterwards. Add bright yellow running shorts and white knee socks with maroon-and-yellow stripes, then yellow wristbands, a sweatband and light running shoes. Hair stays short and combed, no makeup is needed, and a box of orange mints goes in his hand. On a cold night I'd add thermal shorts under the running shorts and a maroon zip jacket that comes off for photos. It's one of the few costumes on this list you can comfortably walk in all evening.
20. Juno And Track Team Couple Costume
This pairing leans on Paulie, so his half should look like it came straight off the track. He wears a maroon athletic top, yellow running shorts, striped knee socks, yellow sweatbands and running shoes, with a paper race number on his chest or a foam relay baton in hand. Paper numbers tear at the pin holes, so I back each corner with a square of clear tape before pinning. Juno keeps her rusty orange stripe and oversized brown hoodie over a short plaid skirt and jeans, with brown sneakers, the optional soft belly, loose messy waves and an orange carton. In photos, Paulie in a runner's stance next to a slouching Juno sells it. Breathable layers keep you both comfortable moving between indoors and out.
21. Juno And Vanessa Loring Costume
Vanessa Loring is all polish, so her half should look pressed next to Juno's slouch. Juno wears the orange stripe, loose brown hoodie, plaid skirt over jeans and skate shoes, with tousled hair and an optional belly pad. Vanessa's fan-made outfit is a fitted pastel cardigan over a plain blouse, with tailored beige trousers or a knee-length skirt and clean ballet flats. Smooth brown waves with a tidy side part, soft blush, mascara and neutral lipstick suit her. I give the cardigan a quick steam and a pass with a lint roller, because on this character every wrinkle shows. A neatly labelled folder for Vanessa and an orange carton for Juno set up the contrast that makes them easy to tell apart.
22. Juno And Mark Loring Costume
Mark and Juno bond over music, so build this pair around it. Juno wears an orange striped shirt, brown hoodie and plaid skirt over jeans, with comfortable brown sneakers, an optional light belly, messy shoulder-length hair and understated makeup. Mark gets a band-style graphic tee under a dark zip jacket, straight-leg jeans and simple sneakers, with short relaxed hair. Draw or print a made-up band name rather than copying a real logo; fabric marker on a plain tee is quick and nobody will ask what band it is. Give Mark a small acoustic guitar or a handmade record case and Juno a notebook or orange carton. A shared lyric sheet held between you reads better in photos than either prop alone.
23. Juno Vanessa And Mark Group Costume
Three people can play out the film's central setup: Juno and the couple hoping to adopt. Juno wears the classic stripe, brown hoodie, plaid skirt over jeans and brown sneakers, with tousled hair and the optional faux belly. Vanessa is polished in a pastel cardigan, cream blouse, tailored trousers and ballet flats, while Mark goes casual in a graphic tee, dark zip jacket and relaxed jeans with slightly messy short hair. Props stay light: an orange carton for Juno, a structured folder for Vanessa, a small guitar case for Mark. For group photos I put Juno in the middle. Her orange is the brightest colour in the trio, and the eye goes there first.
24. Juno Family Group Costume
Juno, Paulie, Bren and Mac make a group that suits a whole family, because nobody has to wear anything uncomfortable or revealing. Juno needs the striped orange shirt, brown hoodie, plaid skirt over jeans, messy hair and sneakers, with the belly optional. Paulie wears his maroon-and-yellow running kit with striped socks and sweatbands. Bren takes a patterned blouse, cardigan and practical pants with ankle boots, and Mac a plaid work shirt, canvas jacket, khakis and sturdy shoes. Give each person a single character prop: orange drink, orange mints, a big handbag, a clipboard. Grandparents can join in wearing what is basically their own clothing, which makes this an easy pick for school events and neighbourhood parades.
25. Juno High School Group Costume
A high school group of Juno, Paulie, Leah and a track teammate gives your sporty friends something to wear. Juno keeps her orange stripe, brown hoodie, plaid skirt over jeans and brown sneakers, with the optional belly. Paulie and the teammate match in maroon athletic shirts, yellow shorts, striped knee socks, sweatbands and running shoes. Give the teammate a different race number or a maroon warm-up jacket so the two don't read as a pair of Paulies. Leah wears a bright fitted top, cropped jacket and flared jeans with platform sneakers, glossy makeup and a small shoulder bag. Relaxed mid-2000s hair on everyone and a few props like notebooks, mints and a retro phone round it out, and the shared maroon and yellow ties the group together.
26. Juno And Baby Doll Costume
This one imagines Juno after the story ends, so it's looser with the film than the classic version. Wear an orange striped shirt under a loose brown hoodie and a plaid skirt over faded jeans with brown sneakers, and skip the faux belly. Carry a fully dressed baby doll in a soft carrier or a light basket; the carrier keeps your hands free, which you'll want within the first hour. Natural waves, soft liner and tinted balm keep the face right, and a retro phone or notebook backs up the reference. Dress the doll in a yellow knit cap and a plain sleeper. It's a gentle twist rather than a screen-accurate costume, and it suits family gatherings.
27. Glam Juno Halloween Costume
The glam version tightens every piece without losing the layering. A fitted orange-and-cream striped knit top and a cropped chocolate jacket replace the tee and hoodie, and a structured plaid mini sits over slim dark-wash jeans. Slim jeans matter here, because a structured skirt over wide denim pulls into lumpy folds at the hip. Glossy brown platform sneakers or low block-heel ankle boots stay walkable. Defined waves with a smooth side part, a glowing base, bronze shadow, sharp brown liner and glossy neutral lips give it a party face. A rounded fabric belly is optional, and a small orange bag shaped like a carton or phone stands in for the prop. Wear this one if you want people to get the reference while you still look dressed up.
28. Gender-Neutral Juno Costume
Juno's wardrobe is built from shapes that suit almost anyone, which makes a gender-neutral version simple. Wear a relaxed orange stripe under an oversized brown zip hoodie, and layer a muted plaid kilt-style wrap or a long plaid shirt over straight-leg jeans. Brown canvas sneakers and plain socks keep it grounded. The padded belly is entirely your call. A tousled shoulder-length brown wig helps if your hair is short, but synthetic fibre frizzes near heat, so keep it clear of candles in carved pumpkins. Makeup is optional, and the hamburger phone, a notebook or an orange carton gives you something to hold. Colours and layering carry this costume far more than body shape does.
29. Juno-Inspired 2000s Costume
Here the aim is the film's era rather than one exact outfit. A faded band-style tee goes over a thin striped long-sleeve and under an oversized rust hoodie, with a pleated plaid skirt over loose bootcut jeans and worn brown skate shoes. Use made-up graphics rather than real band art. Shaggy shoulder-length layers with an uneven part, smudged brown liner and clear balm set the mood. Wired headphones, an old music player or a doodled notebook are the right kind of prop. Add a rounded belly if you want the Juno link to be obvious. If you already own vintage separates, this version costs you the least and stays wearable afterwards.
30. Easy DIY Juno Costume
For the simplest DIY take you need five things: an orange striped shirt, a brown hoodie, a plaid waist layer, blue jeans and flat brown shoes. Wear the stripe under the open hoodie, pull on straight-leg jeans, and tie a plaid button-down around your waist if there's no skirt. For a belly, sew a fabric pouch, stuff it with pillow filling and stitch it shut. Loose stuffing pushed under a shirt migrates and lumps within an hour, so never skip the pouch. Brush dark hair into a messy side part or wear an inexpensive brown wig, add brown liner and tinted balm, and fold an orange carton from painted cardboard. Apart from the pouch, nothing needs sewing, and every piece goes back in the closet afterwards.
Sewing a Bump Pad That Stays Put
Half the looks above mention an optional faux belly, and a good one is a short sewing job you can reuse for years. Towels and cushions slump halfway through the evening. A sewn pad holds its shape.
- Cut two matching ovals from an old T-shirt or soft cotton, sized to sit between your ribs and hip bones.
- Sew around the edge with a gap left open, turn it right side out and stuff it with polyester fiberfill, firmest in the centre and thinner toward the edges.
- Close the gap by hand and stitch a wide strip of elastic to each side so the pad wraps around your back like a belt.
- Pull a fitted tank over it before the striped shirt goes on; the tank smooths the edges so no ridge shows.
Fiberfill is washable, which matters under a hoodie in a warm room. For a movie night where you'll be sitting for two hours, stuff it a little softer than feels right while standing, because a firm pad digs in once you sit down.
Paulie's Striped Socks Are the Hard Part
Every Juno group needs a Paulie, and his shirt and shorts are easy to find: maroon tees and yellow running shorts sit in sportswear and thrift bins most of the year. The knee socks are what trip people up, since maroon-and-yellow striped pairs are rarely sold. I buy plain white knee socks and paint the stripes on with fabric paint, using masking tape to keep the lines straight. Slide a piece of card inside each sock so the paint doesn't soak through to the back, let them dry fully, then heat-set them with an iron following the paint's directions so they survive the wash.
Plain yellow sweatbands and wristbands are cheap and common. If you can only find white ones, cotton terry takes an ordinary dye bath well, but polyester blends barely change colour, so check the label before you buy.
Orange Stripes, a Brown Hoodie and One Good Prop
Juno covers more ground than most movie costumes: solo, couples, friends, families, maternity, plus-size and big groups all come from the same wardrobe. The reliable formula is orange stripes, a brown hoodie, plaid over jeans, tousled dark hair, comfortable shoes and one clear prop. Paulie's maroon and yellow is the natural partner, and Vanessa, Mark, Leah, Bren, Mac and Rollo stretch the theme for a crowd. Screen-accurate pieces aren't necessary. Get the colours and proportions close, keep the props light and the padding secure, and you'll be comfortable from the opening credits to the last photo of the night.
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