Forrest Gump and Jenny Costume
Like peas and carrots: the ultimate retro couples costume.
Forrest Gump and Jenny Curran are one of cinema's most recognizable couples, making them a beloved choice for Halloween or retro parties. This guide covers Forrest's classic bench look—featuring his tan suit and red Bubba Gump cap—alongside Jenny's iconic 1970s peace rally hippie outfit. Together, they create a nostalgic, comfortable, and instantly recognizable pairing.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $50–120
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What you need for a Forrest Gump and Jenny costume
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Forrest's tan suit jacket and trousers
A lightweight, light beige or tan two-piece suit with a relaxed fit.
DIY: Pair a thrifted beige blazer with matching khaki chino pants.
Forrest's blue plaid button-down shirt
A light blue and white checkered or plaid short-sleeve button-down shirt.
DIY: Use any light blue checkered button-up shirt from your closet.
Red Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. baseball cap
A classic red baseball cap featuring the yellow and white shrimp logo.
DIY: Use a plain red cap and print out the logo on transfer paper to iron it on.
Jenny's white bohemian peasant dress
A long, flowy, long-sleeved white cotton or linen dress with a peasant-style neckline.
DIY: Combine a white peasant blouse with a long, tiered white maxi skirt.
Jenny's brown fringe vest
A brown faux-suede open vest featuring long fringe along the hem and peace sign patches.
DIY: Cut the sleeves off an old brown t-shirt or jacket and slice the bottom hem into thin strips.
Jenny's flower crown headband
A rustic headband adorned with colorful faux wildflowers and green leaves.
DIY: Glue silk flowers from a craft store onto a simple braided twine headband.
Forrest's chocolate box prop
A flat, rectangular white box resembling a classic box of assorted chocolates.
DIY: Wrap a shallow cardboard box in white paper and write 'Russell Stover' or leave it plain.
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How to put it together
- 1
For Forrest, put on the blue plaid button-down shirt and tuck it neatly into the tan trousers.
- 2
Layer the tan suit jacket over the shirt and put on the red Bubba Gump baseball cap.
- 3
For Jenny, put on the long white bohemian peasant dress and layer the brown fringe vest over it.
- 4
Place the colorful flower crown headband on Jenny's hair and put on a pair of brown boots.
- 5
Have Forrest carry the white box of chocolates as his main prop.
- 6
Pose together side-by-side to complete the classic cinematic look.
Makeup & hair
Forrest wears his hair in a short, neat military-style crew cut. Jenny wears her blonde hair long and wavy with straight-cut bangs. Keep makeup natural, minimal, and fresh-faced for both characters to match their down-to-earth 1970s film aesthetic.
Forrest Gump and Jenny for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- This is the ultimate couples look, pairing Forrest's bench outfit with Jenny's peace rally dress.
- group
- Add Lieutenant Dan in a striped shirt and wheelchair, or Bubba in military fatigues.
- kids
- A mini Forrest in a tan suit and a mini Jenny in a floral dress make an adorable sibling costume.
- Plus size
- Both the loose-fitting peasant dress and the classic suit offer comfortable, relaxed fits for all body types.
- pet
- Dress a dog in a tiny red Bubba Gump t-shirt or a small flower collar.
Tips
- Use a real box of chocolates as a prop—it doubles as a great party snack throughout the night.
- Forrest's look can easily be swapped for his running outfit with red shorts and a yellow polo if you prefer a sportier style.
- Thrift stores are excellent places to find cheap tan blazers, plaid shirts, and vintage vests.
Forrest Gump and Jenny costume FAQ
- What is Jenny's most iconic costume?
- Jenny's most popular costume is her 1970s hippie look, featuring a long white peasant dress, a brown fringe vest, and a flower crown.
- What does Forrest Gump carry?
- Forrest is best known for carrying a rectangular white box of chocolates, which he holds while sitting on the park bench.
- How do you style Forrest Gump's hair?
- Forrest has a clean, short military-style crew cut, which can be achieved with a simple wig or styled with hair gel.
Did you know? The iconic bench where Forrest sits with his box of chocolates was actually a prop placed in Savannah, Georgia's Chippewa Square, and now resides in the Savannah History Museum.