Charli XCX Costume
Channel ultimate Brat energy with messy hair, shades, and club-ready style.
Charli XCX is a British pop icon known for her club-ready beats, rave-inspired fashion, and the cultural phenomenon of 'Brat' summer. Dressing up as Charli means channeling effortless, cool-girl energy with a mix of Y2K grunge and high-fashion edge. The look is defined by messy dark hair, oversized black sunglasses, and a minimalist black-and-white outfit with neon green accents.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $25–75
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What you need for a Charli XCX costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Charli XCX costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
White baby tee or tank top
A tight-fitting, cropped white cotton t-shirt or ribbed tank top.
DIY: Crop an old white t-shirt with fabric scissors for a raw hem.
Black leather mini skirt
A short, low-rise black faux-leather mini skirt or black micro-shorts.
DIY: Use a pair of black denim shorts with raw, frayed edges.
Oversized black sunglasses
90s-style wrap-around or thick-rimmed black sunglasses with dark lenses.
Black knee-high boots
Chunky black leather knee-high boots or thigh-high boots with a low heel.
DIY: Wear black combat boots paired with tall black knee-high socks.
Brat green accessory
A neon lime-green shoulder bag, phone case, or a printed 'brat' graphic on your tee.
DIY: Print the word 'brat' in lowercase Arial font on iron-on transfer paper and apply it to your white tee.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Charli XCX costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the cropped white baby tee or ribbed tank top.
- 2
Slip into the black faux-leather mini skirt or micro-shorts, keeping the waist low-rise.
- 3
Pull on the chunky black knee-high boots over bare legs.
- 4
Style your hair into messy, tousled waves with plenty of volume and texture.
- 5
Apply smudged black eyeliner and slide the oversized black sunglasses onto your nose or prop them on your head.
- 6
Carry a neon green shoulder bag or a phone displaying the iconic 'brat' album cover.
Makeup & hair
Keep makeup edgy with smudged black pencil eyeliner, a nude lip, and dewy skin. Style hair to look intentionally messy, wet, or tousled, using texturizing spray or gel to get that lived-in, post-rave volume.
Charli XCX for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as Billie Eilish in baggy streetwear to recreate the 'Guess' music video look.
- group
- Have friends dress in Y2K rave wear, with one person carrying a giant neon green 'brat' banner.
- Plus size
- Opt for a high-waisted black faux-leather skirt or black cargo pants paired with a fitted white crop top.
Tips
- Keep the hair looking slightly undone—this look thrives on a lived-in, post-club aesthetic.
- Wear comfortable boots if you plan on dancing, as Charli's style is entirely rave-ready.
- Carry a portable speaker playing tracks from the 'Brat' album to set the mood.
- Take photos with high-contrast flash in a dimly lit hallway or bathroom mirror for that authentic rave-flyer look.
Charli XCX costume FAQ
- What is a Brat summer outfit?
- A Brat summer outfit consists of minimalist, Y2K-inspired club wear, typically featuring a white baby tee, black mini skirt, chunky boots, dark sunglasses, and neon 'Brat' green accents.
- How do I style my hair like Charli XCX?
- Style your hair with messy, tousled waves, a middle part, and plenty of texturizing spray or hair gel to create a wet, post-rave look.
- What sunglasses does Charli XCX wear?
- She frequently wears oversized, black wrap-around sunglasses or thick-rimmed 90s-style dark shades.
Did you know? The distinct neon green color used for the 'Brat' album cover was chosen by Charli XCX because she wanted a shade that was intentionally off-putting, aggressive, and non-conformist.