Dutch van der Linde Costume
Have some goddamn faith in this legendary outlaw look.
Dutch van der Linde is the charismatic, silver-tongued leader of the Van der Linde gang in Red Dead Redemption. Fans choose this costume to channel his commanding, ruggedly elegant wild west style. The look consists of a classic black waistcoat, a striped band-neck shirt, pinstripe trousers, and his signature outlaw accessories.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $80–200
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What you need for a Dutch van der Linde costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Dutch van der Linde costume — one box instead of 8 pieces.
Black gambler cowboy hat
A black wool or felt cowboy hat with a flat brim and a round gambler-style crown.
DIY: Use a standard black cowboy hat and gently flatten the brim.
Striped band-neck shirt
A collarless, button-up shirt with vertical white and grey or blue stripes.
DIY: Take a striped button-down shirt and carefully cut off the collar, hemming the raw edge.
Black waistcoat
A classic black button-up vest with front pockets to hold a pocket watch chain.
Dark pinstripe trousers
Black or dark grey dress pants with subtle vertical pinstripes.
DIY: Use solid black dress pants if pinstripes are unavailable.
Scarlet pocket square
A bright red silk or satin pocket square to tuck into the vest pocket.
DIY: Cut a small square of red fabric or use a red bandana folded neatly.
Dual gun holsters
A brown or black leather gun belt with dual side holsters.
Silver rings and pocket watch chain
Multiple chunky silver rings for your fingers and a gold or silver chain draped across the vest.
DIY: Use cheap costume jewelry rings and a length of craft chain pinned to your vest.
Black leather boots
Tall black leather riding boots or cowboy boots.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Dutch van der Linde costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the striped band-neck shirt and roll the sleeves up to your mid-forearms.
- 2
Put on the dark pinstripe trousers and tuck the shirt in securely.
- 3
Button up the black waistcoat over the shirt, leaving the top button of the shirt open.
- 4
Tuck the scarlet pocket square into the left vest pocket, letting just the red tip show.
- 5
Attach the pocket watch chain across the front of the waistcoat, securing it to a buttonhole and a pocket.
- 6
Put on multiple silver rings on both hands and strap on the dual-holster gun belt around your hips.
- 7
Step into the black leather boots, tucking the trouser legs into them, and place the black gambler hat firmly on your head.
Makeup & hair
Slick your hair back with pomade for a slightly greasy, styled look. Grow out or apply a dark, well-groomed mustache and a small soul patch just below the lower lip.
Dutch van der Linde for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with Arthur Morgan or Hosea Matthews for a classic Van der Linde gang duo.
- group
- Gather a full gang with characters like John Marston, Sadie Adler, and Micah Bell.
- kids
- A miniature cowboy outfit featuring a black vest, red pocket square, and toy holsters.
- Plus size
- Choose a relaxed-fit vest and adjustable button-down shirt for comfortable wear.
- pet
- A small black cowboy hat and a red bandana collar for your dog.
Tips
- Keep your posture upright and confident to match Dutch's commanding presence.
- Use a pocket watch chain even if you don't have the watch; it adds crucial historical detail to the vest.
- For photos, pose with your hands resting on your belt buckles or gesturing dramatically as if giving a speech.
Dutch van der Linde costume FAQ
- What kind of hat does Dutch van der Linde wear?
- Dutch wears a black custom gambler-style cowboy hat with a round crown and a flat brim.
- How do I style Dutch's facial hair?
- You will need a thick, well-groomed handlebar mustache paired with a small soul patch just below your bottom lip.
- What are the key accessories for a Dutch van der Linde costume?
- The essential accessories are his multiple silver rings, a gold pocket watch chain, a scarlet pocket square, and dual leather holsters.
Did you know? Dutch's voice and motion capture actor, Benjamin Byron Davis, stands at 6'6", giving the character an incredibly imposing physical presence.