Blockbuster Costume
Be kind, rewind: the ultimate 90s rental nostalgia costume.
Pay tribute to the golden age of movie rentals with a nostalgic Blockbuster Video employee costume. Perfect for 90s-themed parties, this look instantly sparks conversations and fond memories of Friday night movie runs. The outfit is incredibly easy to assemble using a classic blue polo, khaki pants, and a custom yellow name tag.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $15–40
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What you need for a Blockbuster costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Blockbuster costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Royal blue polo shirt
A classic short-sleeved cotton polo shirt in a bright royal blue color.
DIY: Use any plain blue collared shirt you already own.
Yellow ticket logo patch
An iron-on patch or printable transfer of the iconic yellow Blockbuster torn-ticket logo.
DIY: Cut the logo shape out of yellow felt or fabric paint it onto the shirt using a stencil.
Khaki pants
Standard straight-leg khaki chinos or trousers for a classic retail uniform look.
DIY: Use any khaki pants, skirt, or shorts from your closet.
Yellow name tag
A rectangular yellow plastic or laminated paper badge with a safety pin back.
DIY: Cut a rectangle out of yellow cardstock, write a name in bold black marker, and pin it to your shirt.
Lanyard with membership card
A black lanyard holding a laminated replica of a blue-and-yellow Blockbuster membership card.
DIY: Print a membership card image from the internet, laminate it with clear tape, and punch a hole for a string.
Retro VHS tape
A black plastic VHS tape case to carry as a prop.
DIY: Use an old VHS tape from a thrift store or wrap a small cardboard box in black paper.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Blockbuster costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the royal blue polo shirt and tuck it neatly into your khaki pants.
- 2
Attach the yellow Blockbuster ticket logo to the left chest area of the polo shirt.
- 3
Pin your custom yellow name tag to the right chest area, opposite the logo.
- 4
Hang the lanyard with the printed membership card around your neck.
- 5
Put on comfortable casual shoes, such as white or black sneakers, to complete the retail worker aesthetic.
- 6
Carry the VHS tape case in your hand to use as an interactive prop throughout the night.
Makeup & hair
Keep your hair styled in a casual, everyday look. Minimal or natural makeup works best to fit the practical retail employee aesthetic.
Blockbuster for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- One person dresses as the Blockbuster employee, and the partner wears a sandwich-board style Blockbuster Membership Card.
- group
- Have a whole crew of employees carrying different classic 90s VHS movie cases, with one person dressed as a giant box of popcorn.
- kids
- A miniature version featuring a small blue polo, tiny khakis, and a juice-box-sized VHS tape prop.
- Plus size
- The polo and khaki combination is highly adjustable and comfortable for all body types.
- pet
- A simple royal blue pet t-shirt with a yellow ticket logo printed on the back.
Tips
- Carry a real VHS tape to use as a fun conversation starter and photo prop.
- Print out small 'Be Kind, Rewind' stickers to hand out to people at your party.
- Wear comfortable sneakers, as this costume is designed to look like a retail shift where you'd be on your feet.
Blockbuster costume FAQ
- How do I make the Blockbuster logo for the shirt?
- You can print the yellow ticket logo onto iron-on transfer paper, or use yellow fabric paint and a stencil on a plain blue polo.
- What are the key colors for a Blockbuster costume?
- The signature colors are bright royal blue and vibrant yellow, paired with neutral khaki pants.
- What props can I carry?
- An old VHS tape, a laminated membership card on a lanyard, or a yellow plastic rental bag are perfect props.
Did you know? At its peak in 2004, Blockbuster had over 9,000 stores globally, but today only one single franchise location remains open in Bend, Oregon.