Britney Spears Slave 4 U Costume
Channel pop royalty with this legendary 2001 MTV VMAs performance look.
The 'I'm a Slave 4 U' outfit is one of the most famous pop culture looks of all time, worn by Britney Spears during her legendary 2001 MTV Video Music Awards performance. Perfect for music fans and Y2K enthusiasts, this bold ensemble is instantly recognizable. The look centers around a green bra, blue sequined shorts with a sheer sarong, and her signature albino python prop.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–120
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What you need for a Britney Spears Slave 4 U costume
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Green embellished bra
A bright lime green or metallic green bra top, decorated with rhinestones, sequins, and orange/pink fabric flowers.
DIY: Take a plain green bikini top or bra and glue on faux jewels, sequins, and small orange silk flowers.
Blue sequin shorts
Low-rise royal blue or teal sequined boy-short underwear.
DIY: Use blue metallic spandex shorts and hand-sew or fabric-glue blue sequins onto them.
Sheer orange and yellow sarong
A lightweight, sheer orange and yellow printed mesh or chiffon fabric draped over the shorts.
DIY: Cut a strip of sheer orange chiffon fabric, tie it around your hips, and let it drape down one side.
Jeweled body chain
A silver-tone rhinestone body chain that drapes around the neck, down the torso, and around the waist.
DIY: Connect several silver rhinestone necklaces together using jewelry jump rings to drape over your torso.
Toy albino python
A large, realistic plush or rubber yellow and white Burmese python prop to drape over your shoulders.
DIY: Use a long yellow pool noodle, wrap it in white fabric, and paint yellow/orange python patterns on it.
Arm bands and cuffs
Matching green and blue fabric bands or silver metallic cuffs worn on the upper arms.
DIY: Cut strips of leftover green and blue fabric and tie them snugly around your biceps.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the low-rise blue sequined shorts first.
- 2
Put on the embellished green bra top and adjust for a secure fit.
- 3
Tie the sheer orange and yellow sarong over the shorts, draping it low on the hips so it hangs to one side.
- 4
Carefully drape the rhinestone body chain over your neck and secure it around your waist.
- 5
Slide the matching arm bands or silver cuffs onto your upper arms.
- 6
Drape the large yellow and white plush snake prop over your shoulders, holding it securely in your hands.
- 7
Style your hair in messy, crimped blonde waves to complete the performance look.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair in long, voluminous, crimped blonde waves with a deep side part. For makeup, go for a bronzed Y2K glow with smoky metallic eyeshadow, heavy black eyeliner, and glossy nude lips.
Britney Spears Slave 4 U for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as Justin Timberlake in his iconic all-denim suit, or a backup dancer in matching Y2K cargo pants.
- group
- Form a 'Britney Through the Eras' group with friends dressed in the 'Oops!... I Did It Again' red catsuit, the '...Baby One More Time' schoolgirl uniform, and the 'Toxic' flight attendant outfit.
- Plus size
- Opt for high-waisted blue sequin shorts or a high-waisted skirt paired with a supportive green longline bralette.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a small green t-shirt with a tiny plush snake wrapped around their collar.
Tips
- Secure the body chain with double-sided fashion tape to keep it from shifting or tangling while you move.
- Choose a lightweight plush snake rather than a heavy rubber one so it is comfortable to carry around all night.
- Wear comfortable nude flats or metallic gold boots if you plan on dancing.
- Bring a light jacket or wrap to wear between venues, as this costume is very revealing and offers little warmth.
Britney Spears Slave 4 U costume FAQ
- What snake did Britney Spears use in her performance?
- Britney Spears performed with a live albino Burmese python named Banana during the 2001 MTV VMAs.
- How do I make a DIY Britney Spears snake?
- You can buy a large, cheap plush snake and spray paint it with yellow and white fabric paint to match the albino python look.
- Is the Slave 4 U costume comfortable to wear?
- Because it is essentially a bikini style, it is very breathable but offers no warmth. Using fashion tape to secure the top and jewelry helps make it feel more secure.
Did you know? The live python Britney performed with, named Banana, is still alive today and lives in a private reptile sanctuary.