Description
This red and white striped shirt costume is one of the easiest Book Week costumes for the whole family: a long-sleeved red and white striped shirt, a matching bobble beanie and round glasses. The women's set adds red and white striped stockings, and there are sizes for men, women and kids.
Teachers love it because it is comfortable for a full school day, and families love it because everyone can match for the Book Week parade or a group photo. Pair it with your own jeans or shorts and the look is instantly recognisable. The glasses are also sold on their own.
Choose Your Set
| Set |
What You Get |
Best For |
| Men |
Striped shirt, bobble hat and glasses |
Dads and male teachers |
| Women |
Striped top, bobble hat, striped stockings and glasses |
Mums and female teachers |
| Kids |
Striped shirt, bobble hat and glasses |
Book Week parades |
| Glasses Only |
Round costume glasses |
Finishing the look |
Size Guide
Adult measurements are garment measurements in centimetres from the size chart. Kids sizes are by height.
Men
| Size |
Chest |
Waist |
Length |
| M |
100 |
94 |
58 |
| L |
104 |
98 |
60 |
| XL |
108 |
102 |
62 |
| XXL |
112 |
106 |
64 |
Women
| Size |
Bust |
Waist |
Length |
| M |
84 |
82 |
56 |
| L |
88 |
86 |
57 |
| XL |
92 |
90 |
58 |
| XXL |
96 |
94 |
59 |
Kids
| Size |
Child's Height |
Notes |
| 100-110cm |
100-110 cm |
Preschool |
| 110-120cm |
110-120 cm |
Junior primary |
| 120-130cm |
120-130 cm |
Junior to middle primary |
| 130-140cm |
130-140 cm |
Middle primary |
| 140-150cm |
140-150 cm |
Upper primary |
Sizing tip: the chart does not give measurements for adult size S, so if you are between S and M, choose M. For kids, choose by height and size up if they are in between, so a long-sleeve top fits over a singlet.
Why Families Choose This Striped Costume
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Whole family - men, women and kids sizes to match.
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All-day comfort - a shirt and beanie, nothing hot or bulky.
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Instantly recognisable - red and white stripes, bobble hat and round glasses.
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Teacher favourite - easy to wear while running a class.
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Glasses sold separately - add extra pairs for a group.
Fabric & Care
The shirt, hat and stockings are polyester. Wash cold with similar colours and line dry in the shade. Please allow a 1-3 cm variance in measurements.
Book Week and Party Styling Ideas
The traveller in a red and white striped top and bobble hat is the star of a much-loved series of seek-and-find picture books, where readers hunt for him in crowded scenes. That makes this one of the most popular Book Week costumes for kids and teachers alike.
Add blue jeans, brown boots or sneakers, and a walking stick or small backpack. For a class group, everyone in stripes makes a great "find him" photo.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is included?
Men and kids: shirt, hat and glasses. Women: top, hat, stockings and glasses.
Are pants included?
No. Wear your own jeans or shorts.
Do the glasses have lenses?
They are costume glasses for dress-up only.
Can we buy matching sets for the family?
Yes. Choose Men, Women or Kids for each person.
Will it arrive in time for Book Week?
Orders ship from Sydney on business days, and most metro deliveries arrive within a few business days. For Book Week in August, order in July, and allow a week before any dress-up day or party.
Fast Australian Shipping
Orders ship from our Sydney warehouse and GST is included in the price. We deliver to Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Hobart, Canberra and Darwin, as well as regional addresses in every state and territory. Orders are dispatched on business days and tracking is provided once your parcel is on its way.
This is a generic striped costume and is not associated with, licensed by or endorsed by any book, author, publisher or character franchise. Actual colours may vary slightly from the product photographs depending on your screen and lighting settings.
