Denise Richards Costume
Channel ultimate 90s neo-noir glamour with this iconic poolside look.
Denise Richards' portrayal of Kelly Van Ryan in the 1998 thriller Wild Things cemented her status as a 90s pop culture icon. This costume recreates her famous poolside scene, making it a bold and minimalist choice for retro movie fans. The look is simple yet instantly recognizable, centering on a vibrant blue swimsuit, gold jewelry, and a signature wet-hair style.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $20–50
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What you need for a Denise Richards costume
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Blue one-piece swimsuit
A vibrant teal or royal blue ribbed one-piece swimsuit with a scoop neck and high-cut legs.
Gold hoop earrings
Large, classic thin or medium-thick gold-toned hoop earrings.
White bath towel
A plush, solid white cotton bath towel to drape over your shoulder.
DIY: Use any clean white bath towel you have at home.
Wet-look hair gel
A high-shine, strong-hold hair gel or gloss to achieve the slicked-back look.
DIY: Mix regular hair gel with a small amount of leave-in conditioner or hair oil.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the blue ribbed one-piece swimsuit.
- 2
Dampen your hair slightly with water.
- 3
Apply a generous amount of high-shine hair gel from your hairline to the ends, combing it straight back to lock in the wet look.
- 4
Put on the large gold hoop earrings.
- 5
Apply bronzed, sun-kissed makeup with a glossy nude lip.
- 6
Drape the plush white towel over one shoulder to complete the poolside aesthetic.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair to look freshly wet by combing high-shine gel straight back from your forehead. For makeup, go for a sun-kissed 90s look using warm bronzer, defined eyebrows, and a high-gloss nude lip.
Denise Richards for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with a partner dressed as Neve Campbell's character, Suzy Toller, wearing a casual 90s tank top and denim shorts.
- group
- Add a third friend dressed as Kevin Bacon's detective character in a light-colored 90s suit.
- Plus size
- Look for a supportive, high-stretch ribbed blue swimsuit with a scoop neck for a comfortable, screen-accurate fit.
Tips
- Use a strong-hold gel so your hair stays slicked back and looking wet all night without drying out.
- If wearing this to an outdoor evening event, bring an oversized white linen button-down shirt to wear open over the swimsuit for warmth.
- Keep the accessories minimal—just the gold hoops—to stay true to the film's clean, late-90s aesthetic.
Denise Richards costume FAQ
- What swimsuit does Denise Richards wear in Wild Things?
- She wears a bright blue, ribbed, high-cut one-piece swimsuit during the movie's iconic pool scene.
- How do I get the wet hair look for this costume?
- Mix a generous amount of hair gel with a high-shine hair oil, then comb it straight back from your forehead while your hair is damp.
- Is this costume suitable for cold weather?
- Since it is a swimsuit, it is best for warm-weather events or indoor parties. You can layer a sheer cover-up or an open white shirt over it if needed.
Did you know? The 1998 film Wild Things became a cult classic, and Denise Richards' poolside look remains one of the most defining fashion moments of late-90s cinema.