Alan from The Hangover Costume
Channel your inner Alan Garner with his iconic baby-carrier look.
Alan Garner from The Hangover is one of comedy's most memorable characters, making him a massive favorite for Halloween and parties. His look is instantly recognizable, defined by a specific graphic tee, a baby carrier with a dummy baby, and his signature 'satchel.' Recreating this outfit is incredibly easy and guaranteed to get laughs.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $30–75
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What you need for a Alan from The Hangover costume
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Human Tree Graphic T-Shirt
A grey crewneck t-shirt featuring a distinctive brown and green human tree graphic on the front.
DIY: Use fabric markers or paint to draw a stylized brown tree with human-like branches on a plain grey t-shirt.
White Baby Carrier
A classic front-loading soft baby carrier in white or light cream.
DIY: Use white webbing or wide straps safety-pinned to a white fabric panel to mimic a carrier.
Baby Doll with Sunglasses
A realistic baby doll wearing a tiny knit beanie and oversized gold aviator sunglasses.
DIY: Use a stuffed animal or a rolled-up blanket with a baby beanie and sunglasses if you don't have a doll.
Aviator Sunglasses
Gold-rimmed aviator sunglasses with dark lenses for Alan himself.
Brown Leather Satchel
A brown leather or faux-leather crossbody messenger bag (his famous 'man purse').
DIY: Any brown crossbody bag or binocular case will work.
Khaki Shorts
Standard, relaxed-fit cotton khaki cargo shorts.
Fake Beard and Mustache
A thick, full brown beard and mustache set if you don't already have one.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the khaki cargo shorts and the grey human tree graphic t-shirt.
- 2
Apply the fake brown beard and mustache if you do not have natural facial hair.
- 3
Strap the white baby carrier onto your chest, securing it tightly around your shoulders and waist.
- 4
Place the baby doll inside the carrier, facing outward. Put a small knit beanie and a pair of aviator sunglasses on the doll.
- 5
Sling the brown leather satchel across your body so it rests on your hip.
- 6
Put on your own gold-rimmed aviator sunglasses.
- 7
Complete the look with white sneakers or canvas slip-on shoes.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair into a messy, unkempt, slightly curly brown hairdo. If using a fake beard, ensure it is blended well around the cheeks and mouth.
Alan from The Hangover for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as Phil in a disheveled suit, or Jade the stripper holding a baby bottle.
- group
- Form the 'Wolfpack' with Phil in a grey suit, Stu with a missing tooth and a hospital band, and Alan carrying baby Carlos.
- kids
- A hilarious choice for kids using a toy baby doll and a mini version of the tree shirt.
- Plus size
- The relaxed-fit t-shirt and cargo shorts offer an extremely comfortable, true-to-character fit for all body types.
Tips
- Keep a few classic Alan quotes ready, like 'It's not a purse, it's a satchel' or 'We're the three best friends.'
- Make sure the baby doll is secured tightly in the carrier so you can move around hands-free all night.
- This costume is highly comfortable and perfect for cool or warm weather, as you can layer a jacket over the shirt if needed.
Alan from The Hangover costume FAQ
- What shirt does Alan wear in The Hangover?
- Alan wears a grey crewneck t-shirt featuring a brown graphic of a tree with human limbs, often referred to as the 'human tree' shirt.
- What is the baby's name in The Hangover?
- The baby's name is Tyler, but Alan calls him 'Carlos' throughout their adventure.
- How do I make a DIY baby Carlos?
- Take a standard plastic baby doll, dress it in a white onesie, place a grey or white knit beanie on its head, and secure a pair of cheap adult aviator sunglasses onto its face using tape or elastic.
Did you know? The baby carrier look became so iconic that Warner Bros. officially licensed replica kits containing the t-shirt, sunglasses, and a plush baby Carlos to meet fan demand.