Dr. Phil Costume
How's that working for you? Channel TV's favorite talk show host.
Dressing up as Dr. Phil McGraw is a hilarious, highly recognizable choice for any costume event. Based on the famous daytime television personality, this look relies on a sharp business suit, a bald head with grey side hair, and his signature mustache. It is a comfortable, funny costume that is incredibly easy to assemble.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $35–90
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What you need for a Dr. Phil costume
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Navy or Grey Suit Jacket
A classic single-breasted suit jacket in a solid dark color like navy blue or charcoal grey.
DIY: Use any dark blazer or suit jacket you already own.
Dress Shirt and Tie
A light blue or white button-down dress shirt paired with a conservative patterned silk necktie.
DIY: Borrow a standard business shirt and tie from your closet.
Bald Cap with Grey Hair
A latex bald cap featuring short, neat grey hair attached to the sides and back.
DIY: Use a standard bald cap and apply grey hairspray to your own hair on the sides.
Fake Grey Mustache
A thick, neatly trimmed adhesive mustache in a matching grey or light brown shade.
DIY: Draw a thick mustache using a grey or brown eyebrow pencil.
Wire-Rimmed Glasses
Simple, rectangular wire-rimmed reading glasses with clear lenses.
DIY: Pop the lenses out of an old pair of wire-frame reading glasses.
Prop Microphone
A small, black clip-on lapel microphone to attach to your jacket collar.
DIY: Clip a small black wire or headphone jack to your collar to mimic a lavalier mic.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the light blue dress shirt and tie a neat, professional knot with your necktie.
- 2
Tuck the shirt into matching suit trousers and put on your suit jacket.
- 3
Carefully fit the bald cap over your natural hair, ensuring the grey side hair sits just above your ears.
- 4
Peel the adhesive backing off the fake mustache and press it firmly onto your upper lip.
- 5
Put on the wire-rimmed glasses, letting them rest slightly down the bridge of your nose.
- 6
Clip the prop lapel microphone onto your jacket lapel to complete the talk show host look.
Makeup & hair
Use a bald cap wig with grey hair on the temples. Keep your face clean-shaven except for the prominent grey mustache, and use a bit of powder to reduce shine on the bald cap.
Dr. Phil for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as his wife, Robin McGraw, wearing an elegant dress and holding hands, or a dramatic 'talk show guest' holding a cue card.
- group
- Create a daytime TV host group with friends dressing as Oprah Winfrey, Steve Harvey, and Ellen DeGeneres.
- kids
- A mini suit, oversized wire glasses, and a drawn-on mustache make for a funny toddler version.
- Plus size
- A classic-fit suit offers a comfortable, screen-accurate silhouette for all body types.
Tips
- Practice some of Dr. Phil's famous catchphrases, like 'How's that working for you?' or 'We'll be right back,' to entertain guests.
- Carry a clipboard with fake 'show notes' or cue cards as a fun, interactive photo prop.
- If the bald cap feels loose, use a small amount of spirit gum cosmetic adhesive along the forehead line to keep it secure all night.
Dr. Phil costume FAQ
- What kind of suit does Dr. Phil wear?
- He typically wears classic-fit, single-breasted business suits in dark colors like navy, black, or grey, paired with a colorful patterned tie.
- How do I make the bald cap look realistic?
- You can apply a small amount of liquid foundation or concealer that matches your skin tone along the front edge of the bald cap to blend it seamlessly.
- Can I wear this costume without a full suit?
- Yes, you can wear a dress shirt, tie, and dress pants without the jacket, which mimics his look during more casual backstage segments.
Did you know? Before launching his highly successful daytime talk show in 2002, Dr. Phil McGraw first gained national fame through weekly relationship and life strategy segments on The Oprah Winfrey Show.