Clyde Barrow Costume
Channel the classic 1930s outlaw style with this dapper gangster look.
Clyde Barrow is one half of history's most famous outlaw duo, Bonnie and Clyde. People choose this costume for its sharp, vintage 1930s aesthetic and its immense popularity as a couples' look. The costume consists of a classic three-piece suit, a fedora, a necktie, and vintage-style prop weapons.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $40–120
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What you need for a Clyde Barrow costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Clyde Barrow costume — one box instead of 7 pieces.
Suit jacket and trousers
A matching grey, brown, or pinstripe wool-look suit with wide-leg trousers.
DIY: Use any matching dark suit trousers and a blazer from your closet or a thrift store.
Dress shirt
A classic white or light blue button-down dress shirt.
DIY: Any standard white button-up shirt will work.
Fedora hat
A grey or brown felt fedora with a dark ribbon band.
Necktie
A wide, vintage-patterned or dark solid-colored necktie.
DIY: Borrow a wide, retro-looking tie from a family member's closet.
Suspenders
Button-on or clip-on elastic suspenders in black or brown.
Prop Tommy gun
A plastic toy vintage submachine gun or revolver.
DIY: Cut a classic pistol shape out of thick cardboard and paint it black.
Oxford shoes
Brown or black leather dress shoes with a classic lace-up design.
DIY: Any clean dark leather dress shoes or boots.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Clyde Barrow costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the light-colored dress shirt and button it up completely to the collar.
- 2
Secure your suit trousers with the suspenders and tuck the shirt in neatly.
- 3
Tie the vintage-patterned necktie using a classic four-in-hand knot.
- 4
Put on the suit jacket over the shirt and suspenders, leaving it unbuttoned.
- 5
Style your hair back and place the fedora on your head, tilting it slightly forward or to one side.
- 6
Lace up your oxford dress shoes and carry your prop vintage firearm to complete the look.
Makeup & hair
Slick your hair back using pomade or gel with a clean side part to capture the authentic 1930s look. Keep facial hair clean-shaven or styled into a thin, period-accurate mustache.
Clyde Barrow for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with a Bonnie Parker costume featuring a beret, midi skirt, and neck scarf for the ultimate outlaw duo.
- group
- Add a few friends dressed as 1930s police officers or fellow Barrow Gang members in matching suits.
- kids
- A miniature version with a tweed vest, flat cap, bow tie, and toy camera or money bag.
- Plus size
- Opt for wide-leg trousers and a comfortable vest instead of a tight suit jacket for a flattering, period-accurate silhouette.
- pet
- A small dog wearing a mini black fedora and a striped dog collar bandana.
Tips
- Check local thrift stores first for authentic 1930s-style tweed jackets, vests, and trousers.
- Keep your prop gun orange-tipped or concealed when in public spaces to ensure safety.
- If it is warm, ditch the heavy suit jacket and wear just the vest, dress shirt, and suspenders.
- Carry a canvas bag with a dollar sign ($) printed on it as a fun, practical prop that doubles as a candy or phone carrier.
Clyde Barrow costume FAQ
- What kind of hat did Clyde Barrow wear?
- Clyde Barrow typically wore a classic felt fedora in grey, brown, or black, often tilted slightly to one side.
- How do you do a Bonnie and Clyde couples costume?
- Clyde wears a 1930s suit, fedora, and suspenders, while Bonnie wears a yellow or black knit top, a midi-length skirt, a beret, and a printed neck scarf.
- What props should I bring for a Clyde Barrow costume?
- A toy Tommy gun or vintage revolver, a canvas money bag with a dollar sign, and a vintage pocket watch are perfect props.
Did you know? The real Clyde Barrow actually preferred driving Ford V8 cars because their speed helped him outrun the police.