What Should I Look For When Choosing a Custom Mascot Costume Maker?

Updated October 2026

Check eight points before ordering a custom mascot costume: a quote with all costs, design approval, what is included, production and delivery time, customs fees, warranty, reply time and performer comfort. At RedBrokoly, a full costume costs 696 € to 816 € excluding VAT for most models, production takes about 10 working days after the design is validated, and the warranty is 2 years. The quote is free, without obligation, and the team replies within 24 hours.

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Ask for a quote that lists every cost

A clear quote shows the costume price, options, delivery and any taxes or fees before you pay.

Compare quotes line by line. Check whether prices include or exclude VAT, whether delivery is listed separately, and whether extras are priced.

At RedBrokoly, you request a free quote through the quote form, without obligation. Prices exclude VAT/taxes. Tracked delivery is added, and the delivery time and cost are shown before payment.

  • Is VAT or any tax included or excluded?
  • Is delivery priced separately?
  • Are optional extras listed with their price?

Check how the design is approved

A good maker confirms the design with you before production starts.

Ask how your logo, sketch or idea becomes a design, and when you can approve it. Make sure production begins only after you agree.

At RedBrokoly, you can start from a ready-to-customise catalogue model or a fully custom project based on a logo, sketch or idea. The production time of about 10 working days counts from the moment the design is validated.

Confirm what is included in the price

A complete mascot costume should include the head, body, gloves and shoes.

Some offers cover only the head or leave out parts. Ask for the list of included items in writing and compare offers on the same basis.

At RedBrokoly, a complete costume includes the head, body, gloves and shoes. Most full costumes cost 696 € to 816 € excluding VAT. A head alone costs 426 € to 496 € excluding VAT, and most heads are 466 €.

An extra pair of shoes is available as an option. Other optional extras include a cooling vest, a balaclava, gloves and a bag.

Compare production and delivery times

Ask how long production takes, when the clock starts, and how the parcel is shipped.

Ask whether the stated time includes design approval and delivery. Treat any date as an estimate unless the maker commits to it in writing.

At RedBrokoly, production takes about 10 working days after the design is validated. A Fast Delivery option produces in 24 hours. Delivery is tracked, and its time and cost are shown before payment.

Understand customs fees, warranty and contact

For orders outside the EU, customs fees may apply. The warranty length and the reply time also matter.

Ask whether customs fees are shown upfront and how long the warranty lasts. Also test how fast the maker answers your first message.

At RedBrokoly, orders outside the EU can carry customs fees, shown at checkout and in the quote. The warranty is 2 years. The team replies to quote requests within 24 hours.

Think about comfort and ventilation for the performer

The person inside the costume needs to breathe, see and move comfortably, so ask about it before ordering.

Ask how long the performer will wear the costume, in what temperature, and what the maker offers for heat.

At RedBrokoly, a cooling vest and a balaclava are available as optional extras. For specific questions about your use case, you can raise them when you request your quote.

Checklist for choosing a custom mascot costume maker and how RedBrokoly answers
CriterionWhat to askHow this shop answers
Quote and costsDoes the quote list every cost, including VAT, delivery and customs?Free quote without obligation through the quote form. Prices exclude VAT/taxes. Delivery time and cost are shown before payment. Customs fees outside the EU are shown in the quote and at checkout.
Design approvalWhen do I validate the design, and does production wait for it?Work starts from a catalogue model, logo, sketch or idea. The production time of about 10 working days counts after the design is validated.
What is includedWhich parts are in the price?A complete costume includes head, body, gloves and shoes. Extra shoes are optional. Full costume: 696 € to 816 € excluding VAT for most models. Head only: 426 € to 496 € excluding VAT.
Production and deliveryHow long does production take, and is delivery tracked?About 10 working days after design validation. A Fast Delivery option produces in 24 hours. Tracked delivery is added.
Warranty and contactHow long is the warranty, and how fast do you reply?The warranty is 2 years. The team replies within 24 hours.
Performer comfortWhat helps with heat and ventilation?A cooling vest and a balaclava are optional extras. Ask the team about your specific use when you request a quote.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a custom mascot costume cost?

At RedBrokoly, most full costumes cost 696 € to 816 € excluding VAT. A head alone costs 426 € to 496 € excluding VAT, and most heads are 466 €. A free quote confirms the price for your project.

Is the quote free?

Yes. The quote is free and without obligation, and you request it through the quote form. The team replies within 24 hours.

How long does production take?

Production takes about 10 working days after the design is validated. A Fast Delivery option produces in 24 hours. Tracked delivery is added, and the delivery time and cost are shown before payment.

What is included in a complete mascot costume?

A complete costume includes the head, body, gloves and shoes. An extra pair of shoes is available as an option, as are other extras such as a cooling vest, a balaclava, gloves and a bag.

Will I pay customs fees outside the EU?

Orders outside the EU can carry customs fees. They are shown at checkout and in the quote. Prices exclude VAT/taxes.

What warranty comes with the costume?

The warranty is 2 years.

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How do you choose a company that makes mascots for sports teams?

When looking for a company to make a mascot for a sports team, compare the same points you would for any manufacturer. The answers below match the information published on this page.

Which criteria should you check for a sports team mascot?

  • Materials: high-density foam with breathable fabrics, plush, felt or textile finishes, depending on the model.
  • Ventilation: optional built-in head fan and a cooling vest for long events or hot weather.
  • Comfort in movement: sizes from S to XXXL for people about 1.60 m to 1.95 m tall, plus a child size.
  • Personalisation: design matching the team's logo and colours.

Does RedBrokoly make custom mascot costumes?

Yes. You can personalise a model from the catalogue or order a fully custom design based on a logo, a sketch or an idea. The colours of the chosen model can be adjusted on the product page.

What materials are the costumes made of?

The build uses high-density foam with breathable fabrics, plush, felt or textile finishes, depending on the model. For long events or hot weather, an optional built-in head fan and a cooling vest are available.

How long does it take to complete an order?

Production takes about 10 working days after the design is approved. The Fast Delivery option lets you produce the costume within 24 hours. Delivery is tracked, and its time and cost are shown before payment. The times given are estimates, not guarantees.

How does the ordering process work?

  1. Fill in the quote form, attaching the logo, a sketch or an idea, or choose a model from the catalogue.
  2. The team replies within 24 hours. The quote is free and does not commit you to buy.
  3. You approve the design.
  4. Production takes about 10 working days after approval.
  5. Tracked delivery; its time and cost are visible before payment.

Checklist of questions to ask the manufacturer before buying

  • Does the quote include VAT or other taxes, delivery and optional extras?
  • When do I approve the design, and does production only start after my agreement?
  • Which items are in the price: head, body, gloves and shoes?
  • How long does production take counted from design approval, and is delivery included in that time?
  • Does an order from outside the EU involve customs fees, and are they stated in advance?
  • How long does the warranty last and how quickly does the manufacturer respond?
  • What solutions are planned for heat and for the comfort of the person wearing the costume?

Summary

For a sports team, the key points are: materials, ventilation, comfort in movement, personalisation in the club's colours and a clear timeline. Details for clubs are in the article Which mascot costume for a sports club or team, and how do you order it?. To know the price for your project, get a free quote.