13 Gato Banana & Crying Cat Costume Mashups That Will Break the Internet
Okay, hear me out. We all know the Gato Banana is iconic. We also know the Crying Cat is a whole mood. But what happens when you smash these two internet legends together? Pure, chaotic, Halloween magic. That’s what.
I’ve been scrolling Pinterest for way too long (don’t judge me), and I’ve seen some brilliant ideas floating around. So, I gathered the best, weirdest, and most hilarious mashup concepts so you can be the star of any costume party. Whether you’re going solo or dragging your friends into a group theme, these ideas are guaranteed to get laughs and double-takes.
Let’s get into the good stuff. These are my absolute favorite ways to combine the peel and the tears.
1. The Emotional Support Banana
This one is all about the vibe. You wear the full Gato Banana suit, but you’re holding a giant plushie of the Crying Cat. Or better yet, you have a cardboard cutout of the Crying Cat attached to your back like a little backpack.
The idea is that the banana is the strong one, but it’s clearly carrying the emotional weight of the Crying Cat. It’s a visual joke that everyone gets instantly.
Add a little sign around your neck that says “I’m fine” and you’ve nailed it. It’s simple, comfy, and perfect for a casual party.
2. The Split Personality
This is a DIY dream. You need a banana costume that you can modify. Cut the front of the banana open so you can see the inside. Then, paint or glue a giant Crying Cat face on your shirt underneath.
When you’re facing forward, you’re a happy banana. When you turn around or open the peel flaps, you reveal the sad cat inside. It’s like a reverse reveal that’s both silly and a little deep.
I love this one because it’s all about the performance. You can flip the flaps open dramatically whenever someone asks how your day is going.
3. The Crying Banana Peel
Forget the banana itself. Be the peel! Get a yellow peel costume (or make one) and wear a Crying Cat mask over your face.
You are the part of the banana that everyone throws away, and you are weeping about it. It’s a metaphor for feeling discarded, but also super funny because you’re just a piece of trash in a costume.
Pro tip: Carry a little trash bag with you and occasionally look at it and start fake crying. It’s the little details that kill.
4. The Banana Split Sundae of Sadness
This is for the overachievers. Dress as a banana split sundae. Wear a banana suit, but add a big scoop of ice cream (a white pom-pom hat) and chocolate sauce (brown felt strips).
Now, for the mashup: instead of a cherry on top, you have a Crying Cat beanie or a small stuffed Crying Cat perched on your head. The cat is crying because it’s about to be eaten.
This one takes a little more effort, but the payoff is huge. You look delicious and tragic at the same time.
5. The Twin Dynamic (Group Costume)
Grab a friend. One of you is the Gato Banana, and the other is the Crying Cat. But here’s the twist: you’re attached together.
Wear a shirt that connects you two, or just hold hands the entire night. The banana is trying to cheer up the crying cat, but the cat is just a puddle of sadness.
It’s a classic duo. Think of it as a sad buddy-cop movie. The banana is the optimist, the cat is the pessimist. They are a perfect pair.
6. The Half and Half Mask
This is a quick and easy DIY. Take a standard half-mask (like a masquerade mask) and paint one half yellow with banana features. Paint the other half grey with the Crying Cat’s tearful eyes.
Wear this with a plain yellow shirt or a grey hoodie. It’s a subtle nod to both memes without being too loud.
It’s a great option if you want to be recognizable but still want to be able to eat and drink comfortably all night. You can just hold it up when someone asks who you are.
7. The Banana Phone Call
You are the Gato Banana, and you are on the phone. The phone? It’s a giant cardboard smartphone with the Crying Cat’s face as the screen.
You can walk around pretending to have a very serious conversation with the cat. “No, please don’t cry. I’m coming home.”
This is a super creative way to incorporate both characters without having to wear two things at once. It’s all about the prop.
8. The Rain Cloud Banana
Take a banana costume and attach a small grey rain cloud above your head (you can use a wire and some cotton balls). Have the rain from the cloud drip down over your face.
Then, paint your face with the Crying Cat’s eyes and frown. The banana is crying so hard it’s generating its own weather system.
This one is visually striking and looks great in photos. It’s a little more artsy than the others, but still very funny.
9. The Body Pillow Situation
Wear the banana suit, but strap a Crying Cat body pillow to your front. You are the banana, but you’re carrying the weight of the internet’s sadness.
It’s awkward to walk around, but that’s part of the joke. You’re literally burdened by this giant, sad cat.
Make sure to waddle around and sigh heavily. It’s a physical comedy goldmine.
10. The Office Worker Banana
This is a modern take. Wear a banana suit, but add a little tie and some glasses. You are the 9-to-5 banana.
For the Crying Cat part, have a small framed picture of the Crying Cat that you carry around and lament to. “The quarterly reports are due, Mittens. I can’t do this.”
It’s a relatable, adult humor kind of costume. It’s perfect for a party with coworkers.
11. The Reverse Mashup
Instead of a banana with cat elements, be a Crying Cat with banana elements. Wear a grey cat onesie, but have a banana peel draped over your head like a hood.
You are the cat, and you are hiding under the peel because you’re too sad to face the world. It’s a bit of a role reversal and feels fresh.
This is a comfy option since onesies are basically pajamas. You’ll be the coziest sad cat at the party.
12. The Potion Master
Dress as the Gato Banana, but carry a little cauldron or a large flask. Inside the flask, put a photo of the Crying Cat. You are a wizard trying to brew a potion to fix the cat’s sadness.
You can mumble gibberish and occasionally stir the flask with a stick. The magical theme makes it stand out from just a standard meme costume.
It’s a fun, interactive costume that gives you something to do with your hands.
13. The Glow Up
This one requires a bit of a costume change. Start the night as the Crying Cat. Wear a grey outfit and a sad cat mask.
Then, halfway through the party, have a friend help you “transform.” Take off the grey outfit to reveal a Gato Banana costume underneath. You are the cat that finally got happy.
It’s a story arc in a costume. You go from sad to iconic. People will love watching the transformation happen.
Wrapping It Up
There you have it—thirteen ridiculous, wonderful, and creative ways to mash up two of the internet’s favorite felines. Honestly, you can’t go wrong with any of these.
My personal favorite is the Emotional Support Banana because it’s so easy to pull off. But if you have the time, the Half and Half Mask is a super clean look.
Whichever you choose, just remember to have fun with it. The best costume is the one you wear with confidence. Now go out there and make some people laugh!
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Are these costumes hard to make?
A: Not at all! Most of them are just about combining simple pieces you can find online or at a thrift store. The easiest ones are the Emotional Support Banana and the Twin Dynamic.
Q: Can I wear these to a non-Halloween party?
A: Absolutely. Meme costumes are great for themed birthdays, comic conventions, or even just a fun night out with friends. You’ll definitely be a hit.
Q: What if I don’t have a friend for the group costumes?
A: No problem! You can adapt any of these to be solo. The Twin Dynamic can just be you carrying a cardboard cutout. It’s still funny!
Q: Where can I find a good Crying Cat mask?
A> You can usually find them on major online retailers like Amazon, or you can make one with some grey felt and a paper plate. It doesn’t have to be perfect to be funny.
Q: Is the Gato Banana suit comfortable?
A: It’s actually pretty roomy! Just make sure you get a size up so you can move around and breathe. You might get a little warm, but that’s the price of being iconic.
