Dwayne Johnson Costume
Channel the ultimate 90s vibe with the iconic fanny pack look.
Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson is a global superstar, but his most famous outfit of all time is his hilarious 1990s turtleneck and fanny pack look. This costume is a massive hit for its nostalgic humor, comfort, and instant recognizability. The look consists of a black turtleneck, blue jeans, a silver chain, and the legendary black leather fanny pack.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $20–50
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What you need for a Dwayne Johnson costume
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Black turtleneck sweater
A fitted, lightweight black long-sleeve turtleneck sweater, tucked in.
DIY: Use any plain black long-sleeve shirt and fold the collar up, or use a dark mock-neck shirt.
Blue jeans
Classic medium-wash, relaxed-fit blue jeans worn high on the waist.
DIY: Use any pair of standard blue jeans from your closet.
Black leather fanny pack
A classic 90s-style black faux-leather zippered fanny pack worn around the waist.
DIY: Use a standard black nylon fanny pack if leather is unavailable.
Silver chain necklace
A thin silver-colored chain necklace worn on the outside of the turtleneck.
DIY: Use any silver-toned fashion chain or metallic cord.
Black leather belt
A simple black leather belt with a silver buckle to secure the tucked-in sweater.
White tissue paper
A small piece of white tissue paper or a napkin to place under your left elbow.
DIY: Use a standard white paper napkin or tissue from home.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the medium-wash blue jeans and secure them with the black leather belt.
- 2
Put on the black turtleneck sweater and tuck it neatly and tightly into the jeans.
- 3
Fasten the black leather fanny pack around your waist, positioning it slightly to the side.
- 4
Drape the silver chain necklace over the outside of the turtleneck collar.
- 5
If you have hair, apply a bald cap, or style your hair in a very short, clean buzz cut.
- 6
Strike the iconic pose: stand near a railing, rest your left elbow on it with a piece of white tissue paper underneath to protect your sleeve, and look confidently at the camera.
Makeup & hair
Go bald or wear a realistic flesh-toned bald cap. If keeping your natural hair, style it in a clean, tight buzz cut or fade to match his look from that era.
Dwayne Johnson for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as 90s-era Stone Cold Steve Austin or a modern-day Under Armour-clad gym trainer.
- group
- Have friends dress up as other iconic 90s wrestling stars like Mankind, Triple H, and Undertaker.
- kids
- A miniature version with a tiny turtleneck, jeans, and a small fanny pack makes for a hilarious, comfortable kids' costume.
- Plus size
- This outfit is highly adjustable and comfortable; choose a stretchy cotton turtleneck and relaxed-fit jeans.
- pet
- A black pet sweater with a tiny toy fanny pack strapped around their middle.
Tips
- Keep a piece of white tissue paper in your pocket so you can recreate the famous elbow-resting photo pose anywhere.
- Make sure to tuck the turtleneck in tightly to get that authentic, slightly high-waisted 90s silhouette.
- This costume is incredibly warm and comfortable, making it perfect for cold Halloween nights.
Dwayne Johnson costume FAQ
- What is the story behind The Rock's fanny pack photo?
- The photo was taken in 1994 during his early wrestling days. He wore the tissue paper under his elbow to keep his clean black turtleneck from getting dirty on the hallway railing.
- What kind of pants does he wear in the photo?
- He wears classic, medium-wash blue denim jeans tucked in with a black belt.
- Is this costume easy to DIY last minute?
- Yes, it is one of the easiest DIY costumes because it uses everyday clothing items like a black turtleneck, jeans, a belt, and a fanny pack.
Did you know? Kevin Hart famously recreated this exact outfit for Halloween in 2019 to tease his close friend and co-star, Dwayne Johnson.