How to Choose a Mascot Costume: Buyer's Guide

To choose a mascot costume, start with who will see it and where it will be worn, then decide between a ready model you customize or a fully custom design. Next, confirm the wearer's size, pick comfort options and check your deadline before ordering. This guide walks through each step.

Start with the purpose and the audience

The right mascot depends on what it has to do. A club or school mascot appears at matches, open days and ceremonies, so it should be recognizable from a distance and easy to move in. A company or brand mascot represents your identity, so colors, logo and text matter most.

A shop mascot works near customers, often indoors, while an event or party mascot may spend hours in a crowd. Think about the people who will meet it, especially young children, and about how long the performer will wear it.

• Club or school: visibility, team colors, movement
• Company or brand: logo, colors, consistent image
• Shop or event: comfort over several hours
• Party or children: friendly look, suitable size

Ready model or custom design?

If a model on the site is close to what you want, customizing it is the simplest route. On each product page you can choose the size, customize colors, add your logo or text and select accessories.

If you have your own concept or sketch, a 100% custom-made creation is possible. Contact the Masticot.com team and they will guide you from initial design through to production. If you want to see the result before manufacturing starts, select the 2D sketch before production option on the product page; manufacturing begins once you approve the sketch.

Choose the right size for the wearer

Sizes are listed on each product page and typically range from S to XXXL, for performers between approximately 1.60 m and 1.95 m (5'3" to 6'5"). A child size is also available for the models.

Select the size that matches the performer's height. If you are unsure, send their measurements before ordering and the team will advise you. The size chosen at checkout is the basis for manufacturing, so verify it before confirming, because a made-to-order mascot cannot be cancelled once payment is processed, except as provided by law.

Comfort options: fan, cooling vest; shoes included; extra pair optional

A complete mascot weighs approximately 6 kg, depending on the model, size and options, and the weight is distributed evenly for stability. The materials are chosen for lightness and breathability, and regular breaks are still recommended during long events or hot weather.

For extra comfort, you can add a built-in head fan and a cooling vest worn under the costume. One pair of shoes is included; an extra pair is optional.

• Built-in head fan for ventilation
• Cooling vest worn underneath
• Extra pair of shoes for added stability and a complete look
• Glasses can be worn inside in most cases; mention specific needs when ordering

Plan the delivery time for a fixed date

Manufacturing generally takes around ten days, and shipping time is added depending on the destination country. The estimate shown at checkout is indicative only.

If your mascot is needed for an event on a fixed date, tell the team before ordering so you can confirm feasibility together. A 100% custom creation takes longer, since it includes design, sketch approval and manufacturing; an estimated timeline is provided with your quote before any order is placed.

Checklist before you order

Because every mascot is made to your specifications, a final check saves trouble later. The 14-day right of withdrawal applies to consumers only, and only to non-personalized models (only the size chosen); a personalized mascot (colors, logo, text, accessories, options…) is excluded, except as provided by law. Professional customers do not have this right. See our Terms and conditions of sale.

Go through the points below, then validate your order with confidence.

• Purpose and audience are defined
• Model or custom design is chosen
• Colors, logo and text are checked
• Wearer's height or measurements are confirmed
• Comfort options selected; shoes included; extra pair optional
• Event date shared with the team before ordering
• Quantity discussed if you need several mascots

Frequently asked questions

How long does it take to get a mascot?

Manufacturing generally takes around ten days, with shipping added depending on the destination country. The timeframe shown at checkout is indicative only. For a fixed-date event, tell the team before ordering so feasibility can be confirmed.

Can I customize a mascot with my logo and colors?

Yes. On each product page you can choose the size, customize colors, add your logo or text and select accessories. For a 100% custom creation based on your own concept or sketch, contact the team for guidance through to production.

How do I choose the right size?

Select the size that corresponds to the performer's height. If in doubt, send their measurements before ordering and the team will advise you. The size chosen at checkout is the basis for manufacturing, so verify it before confirming.

Can the mascot be worn for several hours?

Yes. The mascots are designed to be lightweight and breathable, but regular breaks are recommended, especially at long events or in hot weather. A built-in fan and a cooling vest are available as optional accessories.

Do you rent mascots?

No. Masticot.com exclusively sells custom-made mascots and does not offer rental services.

Can I order several mascots for one event?

Yes. Contact the team if you need multiple mascots for the same project or event, and you will receive a customized quote tailored to your quantity and delivery timeline.