What kind of hat does Dr. Alan Grant wear?

Dr. Grant wears a palm leaf straw hat, specifically a fedora or cowboy hybrid style with a dark brown band. The original movie hat was made from palm leaf straw.

How do you make a DIY Alan Grant costume?

You can easily assemble this costume using everyday wardrobe items: a light blue button-down shirt, khaki pants, a brown belt, a red bandana tied around your neck, and a straw sun hat.

What props should I carry for an Alan Grant costume?

An official-looking Jurassic Park visitor badge clipped to your pocket and a replica fossilized velociraptor claw are the best props to carry.

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Alan Grant Costume

Channel the ultimate paleontologist with this classic 1993 Jurassic Park look.

Dr. Alan Grant is the rugged, dinosaur-loving paleontologist from the iconic Jurassic Park franchise. Played by Sam Neill, his practical, outdoorsy style is instantly recognizable and highly popular for movie fans. The look consists of a classic blue denim shirt, khaki pants, a red bandana, and his signature straw safari hat.

Difficulty: Easy
Time: ~15 min
Budget: $35–90

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Blue denim or chambray shirt
A light blue, long-sleeve button-down work shirt with front pockets, worn with the sleeves rolled up to the elbows.
DIY: Use any light blue button-down shirt you already own.
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Khaki pants
Classic flat-front khaki chinos or utility pants in a tan or sand color.
DIY: Any tan or beige utility pants or jeans will work.
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Straw safari hat
A palm leaf straw cowboy or fedora-style hat with a dark brown leather band.
DIY: Use a tan fedora or straw sun hat and add a brown ribbon around the crown.
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Red bandana
A classic red cotton paisley bandana worn tied loosely around the neck.
DIY: Any scrap of red fabric tied around the neck works perfectly.
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Brown leather belt
A simple brown leather belt with a silver nickel buckle.
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Aviator sunglasses
Gold-framed aviator sunglasses with a slight green tint to the lenses.
DIY: Standard gold aviator sunglasses.
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Jurassic Park visitor badge
A laminated clip-on visitor pass featuring the classic red and yellow Jurassic Park logo.
DIY: Print the Jurassic Park logo on cardstock, write 'Dr. Alan Grant' on it, and clip it to your shirt pocket.
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How to put it together

1
Put on the khaki pants and secure them with the brown leather belt.
2
Put on the light blue chambray shirt, leaving the top two buttons undone, and roll the sleeves up to your mid-forearms.
3
Fold the red bandana diagonally into a strip, wrap it around your neck, and tie a simple knot in the front, tucking the ends slightly into the shirt collar.
4
Place the straw safari hat firmly on your head, tilting it slightly back.
5
Clip the Jurassic Park visitor badge onto your left shirt pocket.
6
Slide the aviator sunglasses into your shirt pocket or wear them on your face.
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Complete the look with brown hiking boots or work boots.

Makeup & hair

Keep hair natural and slightly messy under the hat. For makeup, use a touch of bronzer or brown eyeshadow on a brush to add light 'dirt' smudges to your cheeks and forehead for a rugged, field-work look.

Alan Grant for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: Pair up with Dr. Ellie Sattler in her pink button-down shirt, blue tank top, and khaki shorts.
group: Team up with Dr. Ellie Sattler, Ian Malcolm in his all-black outfit, and John Hammond in all-white.
kids: A scaled-down version with a blue shirt, khakis, a red bandana, and a small straw hat, optionally carrying a toy raptor claw.
Plus size: This utility-focused look is highly adjustable; look for relaxed-fit khaki cargo pants and a classic denim work shirt.
pet: Dress your dog in a tiny dinosaur costume to walk alongside you.

Tips

Roll your sleeves up unevenly and add a few faux dirt smudges to look like you just survived a dinosaur chase.
Carry a replica velociraptor claw prop in your pocket to show off to fellow party guests.
Keep the shirt tucked in to maintain the classic 90s silhouette.
This costume is highly weather-friendly, keeping you cool in warm weather while easily layering with a brown utility jacket if it gets cold.

Alan Grant costume FAQ

What kind of hat does Dr. Alan Grant wear?: Dr. Grant wears a palm leaf straw hat, specifically a fedora or cowboy hybrid style with a dark brown band. The original movie hat was made from palm leaf straw.
How do you make a DIY Alan Grant costume?: You can easily assemble this costume using everyday wardrobe items: a light blue button-down shirt, khaki pants, a brown belt, a red bandana tied around your neck, and a straw sun hat.
What props should I carry for an Alan Grant costume?: An official-looking Jurassic Park visitor badge clipped to your pocket and a replica fossilized velociraptor claw are the best props to carry.

Did you know? The character of Dr. Alan Grant was based on real-life paleontologist Jack Horner, who served as the technical advisor for the Jurassic Park films.