Avril Lavigne Costume
Bring back 2000s pop-punk style with this iconic skater-girl look.
Embrace your inner pop-punk princess with an iconic Avril Lavigne costume. Perfect for 2000s nostalgia, this look recreates her signature 'Sk8er Boi' and 'Complicated' era style. The outfit features a rebellious mix of skate-wear, school tie accents, and heavy eyeliner.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $25–60
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What you need for a Avril Lavigne costume
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White ribbed tank top
A classic, tight-fitting white cotton ribbed tank top.
DIY: Use any plain white tank top or baby tee from your closet.
Baggy cargo pants
Loose-fitting skater-style cargo pants in olive green or black.
DIY: Use any oversized dark utility pants or a black pleated schoolgirl skirt.
Striped necktie
A classic men's necktie, preferably with red and black or blue stripes.
DIY: Borrow a striped tie from a family member's closet.
Striped arm warmers
Fingerless knit arm warmers with black and red or black and pink stripes.
DIY: Cut the toes off a pair of striped knee-high socks and cut a small thumb hole.
Studded wristbands
Black faux-leather bracelets featuring silver pyramid studs.
Black skate shoes
Classic low-top canvas sneakers or skate shoes with white laces.
DIY: Any worn-in black sneakers or combat boots will work.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the white ribbed tank top.
- 2
Wear the baggy cargo pants low on your hips, securing them with a simple canvas belt if needed.
- 3
Drape the striped necktie loosely around your neck, keeping the knot low and relaxed rather than tight.
- 4
Slide on the striped arm warmers and layer the studded wristbands over them.
- 5
Lace up your black skate shoes or canvas sneakers.
- 6
Style your hair straight with a middle part and apply heavy black eyeliner to complete the look.
Makeup & hair
Part your hair down the middle and use a flat iron to get it pin-straight. Apply heavy, smudged black pencil eyeliner to both your upper and lower lash lines for her signature 'raccoon eye' look.
Avril Lavigne for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with a 'Sk8er Boi' wearing a backwards cap, baggy shorts, and a graphic tee.
- group
- Gather friends to dress as other 2000s music icons like Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, and Pink.
- kids
- A mini version featuring a graphic tee, a pink tutu skirt, striped leggings, and faux-leather wristbands.
- Plus size
- Opt for ultra-comfortable wide-leg cargo pants and a stretchy ribbed tank top or baby tee.
- pet
- A small black dog sweater paired with a tiny red-and-black striped collar tie.
Tips
- Keep the tie loose; it should hang low on your chest, not tight against your collar.
- Check local thrift stores for cheap vintage men's neckties and baggy cargo pants.
- Draw on temporary star tattoos on your hip or forearm to match her real ink.
Avril Lavigne costume FAQ
- What is the most iconic Avril Lavigne outfit?
- Her most famous look is from the early 2000s, featuring a white tank top, loose cargo pants, a loose-fitting men's necktie, and heavy eyeliner.
- How do I style my hair for an Avril Lavigne costume?
- Part your hair down the middle and use a flat iron to get it pin-straight. You can add temporary pink or black clip-in streaks for a later-era look.
- What makeup should I wear?
- Focus on the eyes: apply thick black pencil eyeliner to both the upper and lower lash lines, then smudge it slightly for a lived-in, grunge appearance.
Did you know? Avril Lavigne popularized wearing loose men's neckties over casual t-shirts and tank tops, sparking a massive fashion trend among teens in 2002.