Aaliyah Costume
Channel the Princess of R&B with effortless 90s streetwear style.
Aaliyah was a pioneering singer, dancer, and fashion icon who redefined 90s R&B style. Her most famous look features oversized Tommy Hilfiger streetwear, combining sporty comfort with effortless cool. This costume recreates her legendary 1996 brand campaign outfit, making it a nostalgic favorite for music lovers.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $40–120
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See yourself as Aaliyah
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What you need for a Aaliyah costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Aaliyah costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Red, white, and blue bandeau top
A stretchy cotton tube top featuring a bold red, white, and blue color-blocked design or the classic Tommy Hilfiger logo band.
DIY: Use fabric paint to add thick red and blue horizontal stripes to a plain white tube top.
Oversized blue jeans
Baggy, light-wash denim jeans worn low on the hips to reveal the waistband of your undergarments.
DIY: Buy a pair of men's straight-leg jeans a few sizes too large and secure them with a belt if needed.
Logo boxer briefs
White boxer briefs with a prominent black or navy branded elastic waistband, worn pulled up above the jeans' waistline.
DIY: Sew a wide white elastic band with black block lettering onto the inside waistband of standard jeans.
Oversized color-block windbreaker
A loose-fitting, sporty nylon jacket in red, white, and navy blue, worn open or draped off one shoulder.
White sneakers
Classic, clean white leather athletic sneakers or high-tops.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Aaliyah costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the white logo-waistband boxer briefs first, pulling the waistband up high on your hips.
- 2
Step into the oversized light-wash jeans and pull them up so they sit low on your hips, leaving the boxer brief waistband fully visible.
- 3
Put on the red, white, and blue bandeau tube top.
- 4
Slip on the oversized color-block windbreaker jacket, leaving it completely unzipped and draped slightly off one shoulder.
- 5
Lace up a clean pair of white athletic sneakers.
- 6
Style your hair straight with a deep side part, letting one side sweep over your eye.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair pin-straight with a dramatic, deep side part that allows a long section of hair to drape over one eye. Keep makeup natural with a soft matte complexion, neutral eyeshadow, and a lined, glossy brown lip.
Aaliyah for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with a partner dressed as a 90s hip-hop artist in baggy overalls or a matching tracksuit.
- group
- Gather friends to dress as other 90s R&B icons like TLC or Destiny's Child.
- kids
- A miniature version featuring baggy jeans, a sporty tee, and a tiny color-blocked jacket.
- Plus size
- Choose ultra-baggy utility pants with a wide elastic waist and a comfortable, stretchy crop top.
Tips
- For the most authentic look, make sure the jeans are loose enough to slouch naturally without falling down.
- Keep a pair of dark, oval sunglasses on hand to slide down your nose for photos.
- Ensure your sneakers are scuff-free to capture that pristine 90s music video aesthetic.
Aaliyah costume FAQ
- What is Aaliyah's most iconic outfit?
- Her most famous look is the 1996 Tommy Hilfiger outfit, consisting of a red, white, and blue bandeau top, baggy light-wash jeans, and exposed logo boxer briefs.
- How do I style my hair for an Aaliyah costume?
- Straighten your hair completely flat and create a deep side part, allowing a long bang to sweep across and partially cover one eye.
- What makeup should I wear for this look?
- Go for a classic 90s look with matte skin, defined eyebrows, neutral brown eyeshadow, and brown lip liner topped with clear lip gloss.
Did you know? Aaliyah's partnership with Tommy Hilfiger in 1996 helped popularize the trend of women wearing men's streetwear, cementing her status as a fashion trailblazer.