Carbon Costume Posts by Sarah
Glinda from Wicked
Glinda (formerly Galinda) is one of the main characters in the musical Wicked, which tells the backstory of Elphaba, better known as the Wicked Witch of the West in The Wizard of Oz. Glinda begins her journey at Shiz University, where she is accidentally assigned as Elphaba’s roommate. Despite the rocky start to their relationship, the two eventually become friends, though not every fairy tale in this case gets a happy ending. While there are certainly more well-known costumes for Glinda in other media, the costume she wears when she arrives at Shiz is a classic white outfit with nods to vintage styles including oxford pumps and a white beret.
Jenny Simons from South Park
Jenny Simons (voiced by April Stewart) is a female student on the animated show South Park. Jenny is best friends with Lola and co-chair of the list-making committee. Leslie has dark hair with bangs and wears it pulled back with a dark purple headband that matches her mittens. She finishes the look with the standard black shoes most South Park characters wear, dark blue pants, and a light blue jacket.
Millie Larsen from South Park
Millie Larsen (currently voiced by April Stewart) is a supporting character on the animated series South Park. Millie speaks with a strong southern accent and is depicted as one of the popular girls in the company of Red, Lola, Heidi, and Bebe, among others. Millie wears a dark teal coat and has light ginger hair worn in two very short pigtails by lime green hair ties. To recreate the neon green trim on her coat, tuck a bright scarf into the collar of your jacket.
Barbie (2023)
Barbie (played by Margot Robbie), one of the most iconic toys in existence, is now getting the live-action treatment in her own film. Cast out of Barbieland for not being perfect enough, Barbie finds herself transported to the real world alongside Ken. Barbie’s outfits are bright and outlandish, perfect for a doll. Getting exact matches for the costumes is going to be almost impossible, so focus on recreating the look as closely as you can while channeling the overall vibe. You can use some iron-on star patches to add details to her pink cowgirl outfit, and if you don’t feel like rollerblading in your costume all night, a pair of neon high-tops can be easily swapped in.
Zoé Lee from Miraculous Ladybug
Zoé Lee (voiced by Deneen Melody) is a supporting character on the animated series Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir. The younger half-sister of Chloé Bourgeois, Zoé is originally from New York City. In the fourth season of the show, Zoé also becomes the wasp-themed superhero Vesperia. Zoé’s civilian clothes evoke a similar color palette to her superhero uniform. She wears yellow pants and a black leather jacket. Her blonde hair has a bright pink streak on the left side. As Vesperia, her hair is black in the front on both sides instead. Adults will likely find it easiest to emulate Zoé’s day-to-day appearance, while any pint-sized superheroes can don a Vesperia costume made in their size much more easily.
Jeluka Couffaine from Miraculous Ladybug
Jeluka Couffaine (voiced primarily by Reba Buhr) is a character on the animated show Miraculous: Tales of Ladybug & Cat Noir.. The younger twin sister of Luka Couffaine, Jeluka also dons the Purple Tigress superhero alter ego and is very close with Rose Lavillant. Jeluka’s civilian attire is certainly goth-inspired. She has black hair with purple streaks and wears black fingerless gloves, black shirt, and black shoes, paired with distressed purple leggings.
Red McArthur from South Park
Red McArthur (voiced by Mona Marshall) is one of the popular girls on the animated series South Park. Red is friends with Wendy, Heidi, Bebe, Nichole, Annie, Nelly, Jenny, and Lola. Red is nicknamed for her signature red hair. She wears a dark navy jacket with purple collar that can hard to track down an exact match for, but you can recreate the look with a purple scarf and dark blue jacket.
Heidi Turner from South Park
Heidi Turner (voiced by Jessica Makinson) is a character on the adult animation series South Park.  Heidi is part of the popular girls clique along with Red, Bebe, Nichole, Annie, Nelly, Jenny, and Lola. To recreate Heidi’s green jacket with red collar, you may need to do a little layering; by using a red dickie collar under a green jacket, you can achieve a similar look. Pair it with a knit beanie with a flower on it and you’ll be well on your way to South Park Elementary.
Yor Forger from Spy x Family
Yor Forger (voiced by Saori Hayami and Natalie van Sistine) leads a secret life is a Garden assassin working under the codename Thorn Princess in the anime and manga series Spy x Family. Yor works at the Berlint City Hall during the day and is often depicted as being aloof and willing to solve problems with murder. She marries Loid Forger and together they adopt Anya. Yor’s assassin uniform consists of a black dress and thigh-high boots, a gold headband, earrings, and weaponry.
Bonnie Swanson from Family Guy
Bonnie Swanson (voiced by Jennifer Tilly) is Joe Swanson‘s wife on the animated series Family Guy. With dark hair and a raspy voice, Bonnie is often portrayed as weary of her husband much of the time. For the first 116 episodes of the show, Bonnie is pregnant before giving birth to a daughter. To recreate her look, you’ll need a dark wig and purple dress and flats. She also wears pink lipstick and earrings, but it’s up to you whether you want to portray pregnant Bonnie. If you do and you’re not currently expecting, a false pregnancy belly can do the trick for you.
