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Dolly is the costume that works for any age, any body, any budget — here are 11 ways to do her.
1. The Big Blonde Wig
The single most important element — bigger is better. Shop big blonde curly wig on Amazon →
2. Rhinestone Fringe Jacket
Sparkle and fringe in one piece. Shop rhinestone fringe jacket women on Amazon →
3. 9 to 5 Office Look
Pussy-bow blouse, pencil skirt, and glasses. Shop pussy bow blouse women on Amazon →
4. White Rhinestone Jumpsuit
The Vegas-era sequinned jumpsuit. Shop white sequin jumpsuit women on Amazon →
5. Denim and Rhinestones
Bedazzled denim for a country-fair Dolly. Shop rhinestone denim jacket women on Amazon →
6. Butterfly Motifs
Dolly’s signature butterfly, worn as anything. Shop butterfly hair clips accessories on Amazon →
7. Red Lip and Blue Eyeshadow
The unmistakable makeup. Shop blue eyeshadow palette on Amazon →
8. Long Acrylic Nails
Bright red or pink press-ons. Shop red press on nails long on Amazon →
9. Toy Guitar Prop
A prop that finishes the look instantly. Shop toy acoustic guitar prop on Amazon →
10. Couples Dolly and Kenny
A duo version with a country-duet partner. Shop cowboy hat costume men on Amazon →
11. Plus-Size Friendly Version
Why this costume suits every body shape. Shop plus size sequin top women on Amazon →
The bottom line
The wig does 80% of the work — buy the biggest one you can find. Add rhinestones and a red lip and you are unmistakably Dolly.