Average Joe Costume
Dodge, duck, dip, dive, and dodge in classic yellow gym gear.
The Average Joe's uniform from the movie Dodgeball is a classic, hilarious choice for group outfits or solo cosplays. It represents the ultimate underdog spirit, making it incredibly popular for Halloween and sports-themed parties. The look consists of a mustard yellow V-neck jersey, matching athletic shorts, and retro sweatbands.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $25–55
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What you need for a Average Joe costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Average Joe costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Yellow V-neck jersey
A mustard yellow short-sleeve shirt with the red and white 'Average Joe's' logo printed across the chest.
DIY: Use a plain mustard yellow t-shirt and paint the logo with red and white fabric paint.
Yellow athletic shorts
Matching mustard yellow running shorts, ideally with a red stripe down the sides.
DIY: Use plain yellow gym shorts and fabric-glue a red ribbon down each side.
White headband
A classic terry cloth athletic headband worn across the forehead.
DIY: Cut a strip of white t-shirt fabric and tie it around your head.
White wristbands
Matching white terry cloth wrist sweatbands.
White athletic socks
Retro white tube socks pulled up to mid-calf.
Sneakers
Comfortable white or retro running shoes.
DIY: Use any athletic shoes you already own.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Average Joe costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the mustard yellow Average Joe's V-neck jersey.
- 2
Pull on the matching yellow athletic shorts, securing the elastic waistband.
- 3
Pull on the white retro tube socks, pulling them up to mid-calf.
- 4
Lace up your white athletic sneakers.
- 5
Slide the white terry cloth headband onto your forehead, keeping your hair back.
- 6
Place the white sweatbands on both wrists.
Makeup & hair
Keep hair messy or styled in a sweaty, post-workout look. No makeup is required, but a light layer of face gloss can simulate a competitive shine.
Average Joe for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with a Purple Cobras player (like White Goodman) for an instant rivalry look.
- group
- Gather four friends to complete the full five-player Average Joe's dodgeball team.
- kids
- Available in kids' sizes as a comfortable, easy-to-wear school dress-up day option.
- Plus size
- Look for jerseys with a relaxed V-neck cut and shorts with a highly stretchable elastic waistband.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a miniature yellow athletic tee with white sweatbands on their front paws.
Tips
- Carry a red foam dodgeball as a prop to make the character instantly recognizable.
- The lightweight polyester fabric is highly breathable, making this perfect for warm crowded parties.
- Wear compression shorts underneath the running shorts for extra comfort and coverage.
Average Joe costume FAQ
- What does the Average Joe's costume include?
- A standard costume set includes the mustard yellow jersey, matching yellow shorts, a white headband, and white wristbands.
- How can I DIY the Average Joe's logo?
- You can print the 'Average Joe's' logo onto iron-on transfer paper and apply it to a plain mustard yellow V-neck shirt.
- What shoes should I wear with this costume?
- Simple white athletic sneakers or retro running shoes work best to complete the classic gym class aesthetic.
Did you know? The movie Dodgeball popularized the 'five D's of dodgeball': Dodge, Duck, Dip, Dive, and Dodge.