Borat Costume
Very nice! Master the iconic Kazakh journalist's unforgettable look.
Borat Sagdiyev, the satirical Kazakh journalist created by Sacha Baron Cohen, is one of comedy's most recognizable characters. Fans choose this costume for its bold, hilarious impact, which can be styled either as his classic grey suit or his infamous lime green mankini. Both looks rely on his signature thick mustache, messy dark hair, and enthusiastic thumbs-up pose.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $20–75
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What you need for a Borat costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Borat costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Grey Suit Jacket and Trousers
An oversized, slightly dated grey two-piece suit, preferably made of a cheap polyester blend.
DIY: Thrift an old, ill-fitting grey suit from a local secondhand store.
Light Blue Dress Shirt
A classic light blue button-down dress shirt, worn slightly open at the collar with no tie.
DIY: Use any standard light blue button-up shirt from your closet.
Thick Black Mustache
A prominent, bushy black synthetic mustache that adheres firmly above the lip.
DIY: Draw one on with dark brown or black face paint or eyeliner if you don't have facial hair.
Curly Black Wig
A short, curly, slightly messy black wig to match Borat's signature hairstyle.
DIY: Style your own hair with heavy gel or pomade if it is dark and curly.
Lime Green Mankini (Optional)
The infamous, highly revealing lime green V-shaped sling swimsuit for the daring alternative look.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Borat costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the light blue button-down dress shirt, leaving the top one or two buttons undone.
- 2
Put on the grey suit trousers and matching oversized grey suit jacket.
- 3
Apply the adhesive fake black mustache directly above your upper lip, ensuring it is centered.
- 4
Place the short, curly black wig on your head, fluffing it slightly to look a bit unkempt.
- 5
If opting for the alternative look, swap the suit for the lime green mankini worn over the shoulders.
- 6
Strike the signature pose with double thumbs-up and a wide, enthusiastic grin.
Makeup & hair
Keep your face clean-shaven except for the thick, bushy black mustache. Style the curly black hair so it looks slightly messy and voluminous on top.
Borat for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair Borat with his daughter Tutar in her ballgown, or with a companion in a Pamela Anderson-inspired red swimsuit.
- group
- Have one person wear the classic grey suit while others wear the lime green mankini, or dress as a film crew.
- kids
- A miniature version of the grey suit with a drawn-on mustache makes for a funny, family-friendly costume.
- Plus size
- Look for unstructured, relaxed-fit grey suits or thrifted blazers for a comfortable, authentic fit.
Tips
- If wearing the mankini, bring a backup outfit or robe for cooler weather or venues with dress codes.
- Practice your best 'Very nice!' and 'Great success!' catchphrases to stay in character.
- Use high-quality spirit gum or skin-safe adhesive to keep the mustache from falling off while talking and laughing.
Did you know? Sacha Baron Cohen reportedly never washed Borat's grey suit or used deodorant while filming the original movie to make his interactions with unsuspecting people feel even more authentic and awkward.