Beavis costume — example look
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Beavis Costume

Heh heh. Fire! Fire! Get the iconic 90s slacker look.

Beavis is the hyperactive, heavy-metal-loving co-protagonist of MTV's classic animated series Beavis and Butt-Head. A popular choice for 90s nostalgia and duo costumes, this look is incredibly easy to put together. The outfit consists of a signature blue graphic tee, grey shorts, and his distinctively tall blonde pompadour hair.

Difficulty
Easy
Time
~15 min
Budget
$2050

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Beavis costume
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What you need for a Beavis costume

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  • Blue graphic t-shirt

    A light blue crewneck t-shirt featuring 'Death Rock' or the 'Metallica' logo printed on the chest.

    DIY: Write 'Death Rock' in black fabric marker on a plain light blue t-shirt.

  • Grey knit shorts

    Simple grey athletic or sweat shorts that sit above the knee.

    DIY: Cut the legs off an old pair of grey sweatpants.

  • Blonde pompadour wig

    An exaggerated, tall, vertical blonde wig styled straight up.

    DIY: Style your natural hair straight up using high-hold styling gel and hairspray.

  • White crew socks

    Classic white athletic crew socks pulled straight up to mid-calf.

  • Black sneakers

    Simple black low-top canvas sneakers with white soles.

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How to put it together

  1. 1

    Put on the blue 'Death Rock' or 'Metallica' graphic t-shirt.

  2. 2

    Slip on the grey casual knit shorts, ensuring they sit comfortably at the waist.

  3. 3

    Put on the white crew socks and pull them up straight to mid-calf.

  4. 4

    Lace up a pair of simple black low-top sneakers.

  5. 5

    Secure the blonde pompadour wig over a wig cap, or style your natural hair upward with heavy-hold gel.

  6. 6

    Practice his signature underbite expression and slightly hunched posture.

Makeup & hair

Style your natural hair into an exaggerated, tall blonde pompadour using high-hold gel and hairspray, or wear a structured blonde cosplay wig. No makeup is required, but practicing Beavis's signature underbite and wide-eyed stare completes the character.

Beavis for couples, groups, kids & more

couples
Pair up with a friend dressed as Butt-Head in his red 'AC/DC' (or 'Skull') shirt and grey shorts.
group
Add Daria Morgendorffer in her green jacket and round glasses for a full MTV animation group.
kids
Use a blue tee with 'Death Rock' written in fabric marker on a toddler or youth shirt.
Plus size
Knit sweat shorts with an elastic waistband offer a comfortable, flexible fit for all-day wear.
pet
Dress a small dog in a miniature blue tee with 'Death Rock' printed on the back.

Tips

  • Keep your shoulders slightly hunched and your elbows bent at 90 degrees to mimic his classic cartoon posture.
  • If using a wig, use bobby pins to secure it, as the tall pompadour shape can make it top-heavy.
  • For a cheap DIY option, write 'Death Rock' on a plain blue crewneck t-shirt using a black fabric marker.

Beavis costume FAQ

What shirt does Beavis wear?
Beavis wears a light blue t-shirt. In the original broadcast, it featured the 'Metallica' logo, but in merchandise and syndication, it often reads 'Death Rock' due to licensing.
Which one is blonde, Beavis or Butt-Head?
Beavis is the blonde character with the tall pompadour, while Butt-Head has brown hair and wears a red shirt.
How do I style my hair like Beavis without a wig?
If you have medium-to-long blonde hair, apply a generous amount of strong-hold styling gel or pomade, blow-dry it upward, and set it with high-hold hairspray.

Did you know? In early episodes of the show, Beavis's shirt featured the real Metallica logo, but it was later changed to 'Death Rock' to avoid licensing fees and trademark issues.