Alice Cooper Costume
Step into the spotlight as the legendary Godfather of Shock Rock.
Alice Cooper is an iconic American singer-songwriter famous for pioneering the theatrical, macabre genre of shock rock. Dressing up as him means embracing a dark, high-energy stage persona that has thrilled audiences for over six decades. The signature look consists of a black top hat, leather-like pants, a cane, and his unmistakable smeared black eye makeup.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–120
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What you need for a Alice Cooper costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Alice Cooper costume — one box instead of 7 pieces.
Black leather-look pants
Fitted black faux-leather or vinyl pants to capture the classic 1970s and 80s rock star aesthetic.
DIY: Use tight black jeans or black leggings instead.
White button-up shirt or laced vest
A white dress shirt, often worn unbuttoned at the collar, or a black laced-up vest.
DIY: An old white t-shirt with the collar cut wide works for a distressed rock look.
Black tailcoat or leather jacket
A black velvet or satin-lapel tailcoat adds theatrical drama, though a black leather jacket also works.
DIY: A black blazer with the sleeves rolled up.
Black top hat
A tall, structured black top hat, occasionally decorated with a silver band or skull emblem.
Gold cane
A classic walking cane with a gold-colored handle or skull topper to use as a stage prop.
DIY: Paint a wooden dowel black and attach a painted toy doorknob to the top.
Black leather gloves
Fingerless black leather gloves or solid black dress gloves.
DIY: Cut the fingers off an old pair of black knit gloves.
Long black rocker wig
A shoulder-length, messy black wig with bangs, styled with a slight wave.
DIY: Style your own shoulder-length hair with heavy pomade and hairspray.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Alice Cooper costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black leather-look pants and tuck in the white button-up shirt, leaving the top few buttons open.
- 2
Layer the black tailcoat or leather jacket over the shirt.
- 3
Put on the long black rocker wig, shaking it out to ensure it looks messy and voluminous.
- 4
Carefully apply the signature smeared black eye makeup around both eyes (see makeup tips).
- 5
Place the black top hat securely on your head, letting the wig bangs show underneath.
- 6
Slip on the black leather gloves.
- 7
Grab your gold-handled cane and strike a dramatic, theatrical stage pose.
Makeup & hair
Apply white face paint or pale foundation as a base. Use black cream makeup or heavy black eyeliner to draw large, messy circles around your eyes, pulling vertical streaks downward from the bottom lids and upward from the brows to create a smeared, dripping look. Finish with black lipstick or dark smudges on the lips.
Alice Cooper for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with a partner dressed as a giant prop snake (like his famous boa constrictor) or a vintage 1970s groupie.
- group
- Form the Alice Cooper band with members carrying inflatable guitars, bass, and drums, all wearing matching dark glam-rock attire.
- kids
- A mini rockstar outfit with a soft felt top hat, drawn-on washable eyeliner, and a toy microphone.
- Plus size
- Opt for a stretchy black velvet duster jacket or open vest paired with comfortable black stretch denim.
- pet
- A small black top hat headband and a tiny black cape.
Tips
- Set your black eye makeup with translucent setting powder so it doesn't run into your eyes during the night.
- Keep the cane light; a plastic or lightweight wood prop is much easier to carry around a party than a heavy metal cane.
- Wear comfortable boots, as Alice Cooper is always active on stage and you'll want to move freely.
- Practice your best menacing, theatrical rock-star scowl for photos.
Alice Cooper costume FAQ
- What kind of makeup does Alice Cooper wear?
- He wears heavy black greasepaint or eyeliner smeared around his eyes in a vertical, clown-like dripping pattern, paired with a pale face base.
- What are the essential props for an Alice Cooper costume?
- The most important props are a tall black top hat, a gold-tipped cane, and optionally a fake prop snake to wrap around your shoulders.
- Can I make this costume last-minute?
- Yes! You can easily pull this off using tight black jeans, a white shirt, a black jacket, and black eyeliner from your bathroom cabinet.
Did you know? Alice Cooper is widely considered the 'Godfather of Shock Rock' because he introduced elaborate, horror-movie-inspired theatricality—including guillotines, fake blood, and live snakes—to rock concerts.