Charlie's Angels Costume
Bring retro 1970s action-hero glamour to life with this iconic trio look.
Charlie's Angels is a classic choice for groups of three, representing the ultimate blend of 1970s high fashion and action-packed crime-fighting. The most iconic look features coordinated, sleek 1970s-style jumpsuits or matching retro denim and leather jackets. It is a highly recognizable, empowering, and fun costume that lets you and your friends channel vintage Hollywood glamour.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $35–90
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What you need for a Charlie's Angels costume
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Retro Flare Jumpsuit
A form-fitting, stretchy jumpsuit with flared legs, preferably in a solid bold color like black, white, red, or metallic blue.
DIY: Pair a fitted long-sleeve top with matching high-waisted flare pants in the same color.
Wide Waist Belt
A thick, chunky belt with a prominent metallic buckle to cinch the waist and emphasize the '70s silhouette.
DIY: Use any wide black or white belt you own, or wrap a matching fabric sash.
Toy Silver Pistol
A classic silver toy revolver or prop pistol to recreate the iconic promotional poses.
DIY: Cut a pistol shape out of thick cardboard and paint it metallic silver.
Platform Boots
Black or white patent leather platform boots or chunky-heeled boots to elevate the flared pants.
DIY: Wear any chunky-heeled boots or high-heeled shoes you already own.
Retro Aviator Sunglasses
Gold-rimmed aviator sunglasses with yellow, brown, or pink tinted lenses.
DIY: Use any oversized wire-rimmed sunglasses.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the form-fitting flare jumpsuit or your matching top-and-pants combination.
- 2
Secure the wide vintage belt tightly around your natural waistline.
- 3
Step into your platform boots, ensuring the pant hems drape slightly over the shoes.
- 4
Style your hair into voluminous, feathered 1970s waves.
- 5
Put on the tinted aviator sunglasses or rest them on top of your head.
- 6
Carry your silver toy prop pistol and practice the classic back-to-back trio pose with your friends.
Makeup & hair
Style hair in voluminous, feathered 1970s waves (think Farrah Fawcett). Keep makeup glowy with winged black eyeliner, peach blush, and glossy nude or soft pink lips.
Charlie's Angels for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair an Angel in a jumpsuit with a partner dressed as Bosley in a vintage 1970s plaid suit.
- group
- The ultimate trio costume: have three friends wear matching jumpsuits in different colors (black, white, and red).
- kids
- A miniature version featuring a colorful 1970s-style jumpsuit and oversized sunglasses.
- Plus size
- Stretchy, high-waisted flare pants paired with a matching wrap top offer a comfortable, custom-fitting silhouette.
Tips
- If dressing up as a trio, coordinate your colors beforehand (e.g., all black, or a red, white, and blue theme) for maximum visual impact.
- Choose a jumpsuit made of breathable, stretchy fabric so you can easily move, dance, and strike action poses.
- Keep your prop gun tucked into your belt or pocket when not posing for photos to keep your hands free.
Charlie's Angels costume FAQ
- What is the most iconic Charlie's Angels outfit?
- The most iconic look is the matching form-fitting 1970s jumpsuits (often in black or white) paired with feathered hair and silver prop pistols.
- How do you do Charlie's Angels hair?
- Use a large-barrel curling iron to curl hair away from your face, then brush it out to create voluminous, feathered 1970s waves.
- Is this a good last-minute group costume?
- Yes! You can easily pull this off by having everyone wear matching black outfits (like black turtlenecks and black pants) with sunglasses and toy props.
Did you know? The iconic pose of the Angels standing back-to-back with their guns pointed upward was originally created for promotional posters but became the defining image of the entire franchise.