Casey Becker Costume
Channel horror's most famous opening scene with this simple, iconic 90s look.
Casey Becker, played by Drew Barrymore, is the tragic first victim in the 1996 horror classic Scream. Her character's brief but unforgettable appearance cemented her cream-colored knit sweater and blonde bob as an iconic piece of cinematic history. This costume is incredibly easy to put together, relying on comfortable 90s casual wear and a few key props.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $30–80
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What you need for a Casey Becker costume
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Cream knit sweater
A chunky, oversized off-white or cream-colored cable-knit crewneck sweater.
DIY: Use any oversized beige or off-white sweater already in your closet.
Light-wash jeans
High-waisted, straight-leg light-wash denim jeans in a classic 90s style.
DIY: Any light-wash or medium-wash denim jeans will work.
Blonde bob wig
A short, chin-length blonde wig with straight-cut bangs and flipped-in ends.
Vintage cordless phone
A grey or black 1990s-style cordless landline phone prop with a long antenna.
DIY: Cut a phone shape out of thick cardboard, paint it grey, and attach a black straw as the antenna.
Fake blood
A small tube of dark red stage blood to smear on the collar and face.
DIY: Mix corn syrup with red food coloring and a drop of blue food coloring.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the high-waisted light-wash denim jeans.
- 2
Slip on the oversized cream-colored cable-knit sweater, letting it hang loosely over the jeans.
- 3
Secure your natural hair under a wig cap, then put on the blonde bob wig, styling the bangs straight down.
- 4
Apply a light layer of fake blood to the collar of the sweater and a small smear on your cheek or neck to mimic the movie's climax.
- 5
Carry the vintage cordless phone prop in one hand, holding it up to your ear for photos.
Makeup & hair
Keep makeup minimal and natural with a pale 90s lip. The hair must be a chin-length blonde bob with blunt bangs, slightly turned inward at the ends.
Casey Becker for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with someone dressed as Ghostface carrying a prop voice changer.
- group
- Group up with other Scream characters like Sidney Prescott, Tatum Riley, and Gale Weathers.
- kids
- An adorable, spooky option using a kids' cream sweater and a mini blonde wig.
- Plus size
- Look for an oversized, relaxed-fit cream tunic sweater for a comfortable, screen-accurate silhouette.
Tips
- Keep the phone prop glued to your ear in photos to make the character instantly recognizable.
- For an outdoor Halloween night, this costume is exceptionally warm and cozy thanks to the heavy knit sweater.
- Add a smear of theatrical dirt or fake blood on your face to represent the outdoor chase scene.
Casey Becker costume FAQ
- What kind of sweater does Casey Becker wear?
- She wears an oversized, cream-colored crewneck cable-knit sweater, originally from J.Crew.
- How do you style the Casey Becker wig?
- Use a chin-length blonde bob wig with straight bangs. Gently brush the ends inward toward the jawline using a low-heat styling tool if the wig is heat-resistant.
- What props are essential for a Casey Becker costume?
- The most important prop is a 1990s-style grey cordless house phone. You can also carry a prop kitchen knife or add fake blood for a post-attack look.
Did you know? Drew Barrymore was originally cast as the lead character Sidney Prescott, but she suggested playing Casey Becker instead to shock audiences by having a big-name star die in the opening scene.