Bring It On Cheerleader Costume
Brr, it's cold in here—bring the heat in iconic cheer style.
Bring It On is the ultimate teen sports comedy, making its cheerleading uniforms some of the most recognizable pop culture outfits of the 2000s. Whether you choose the green-and-yellow East Compton Clovers or the red-and-black Rancho Carne Toros, this look is instantly recognizable and high-energy. The costume consists of a cropped cheer shell top, a pleated mini skirt, matching hair bows, and classic white sneakers.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $30–80
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What you need for a Bring It On Cheerleader costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Bring It On Cheerleader costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Clovers or Toros Cheer Uniform
A two-piece polyester cheerleading set featuring a sleeveless crop top with a V-neck and a matching pleated mini skirt. Choose green/yellow/orange for the Clovers, or red/black/white for the Toros.
DIY: Use a green or red crop top and fabric paint to write 'Clovers' or 'Toros' across the chest, paired with a matching pleated tennis skirt.
White Athletic Socks
Classic white crew socks or ankle socks to maintain the clean, athletic aesthetic.
White Cheer Sneakers
Simple, clean white canvas or leather athletic sneakers.
DIY: Any clean white tennis shoes or running shoes you already own.
Satin Hair Bow
A large, oversized satin hair bow that matches your chosen team's primary color (yellow/green for Clovers, red/black for Toros).
DIY: Tie a thick piece of colored satin ribbon into a large bow around your ponytail elastic.
Metallic Pom-Poms
A pair of metallic plastic pom-poms matching your team's colors to use as high-energy props.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Bring It On Cheerleader costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the two-piece cheerleading uniform, ensuring the pleated skirt sits comfortably at your waist.
- 2
Pull on clean white crew socks, keeping them slightly scrunched or pulled straight up depending on preference.
- 3
Lace up your clean white athletic sneakers.
- 4
Style your hair into a high, bouncy ponytail or half-up style, securing it tightly with an elastic.
- 5
Attach the oversized colored cheer bow to the base of your ponytail so it sits visibly at the top of your head.
- 6
Grab your matching metallic pom-poms and practice a few classic cheer poses.
Makeup & hair
Style hair in a high, secure ponytail or half-up high ponytail with face-framing strands. Keep makeup fresh, bright, and athletic with a touch of lip gloss and a swipe of mascara.
Bring It On Cheerleader for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up as a Clovers cheerleader and a Toros cheerleader, or go as Toros captain Torrance and her boyfriend Cliff carrying a guitar.
- group
- Gather your friends to form the full Clovers or Toros cheer squad, complete with matching uniforms and coordinated poses.
- kids
- Available in youth sizes, this makes for a fun, high-energy costume for kids who love dance or gymnastics.
- Plus size
- Look for cheer uniforms made from high-stretch polyester blends or elastic-waist skirts for a comfortable, flexible fit.
Tips
- Wear spandex cheer shorts or boy-cut briefs underneath the pleated skirt for comfort and coverage while moving around.
- If dressing up in colder weather, layer a matching long-sleeve turtleneck crop top underneath the cheer shell.
- Keep your sneakers scuff-free by wiping them down with a damp cloth before taking photos.
Bring It On Cheerleader costume FAQ
- What are the two main team options for this costume?
- You can choose the East Compton Clovers (green, yellow, and orange uniforms) or the Rancho Carne Toros (red, black, and white uniforms).
- What should I wear under the cheer skirt?
- It is highly recommended to wear matching spandex boy-shorts or bloomers underneath the pleated skirt for comfort and coverage.
- Is this costume comfortable for walking around?
- Yes, because it utilizes athletic sneakers and lightweight, breathable fabrics, it is one of the most comfortable and mobile Halloween costumes.
Did you know? The iconic uniforms from the movie were so popular that they helped spark a massive trend in pop-culture-themed cheerleading costumes that remains a Halloween staple decades later.