Gale Weathers Costume
Channel Woodsboro's fiercest investigative reporter in her iconic neon green suit.
Gale Weathers is the sharp-tongued, ambitious news reporter from the Scream franchise, played by Courteney Cox. Fans love dressing up as Gale because of her bold 1990s fashion choices and her status as a horror survivor icon. Her most recognizable look is the vibrant neon green skirt suit she wears during the climax of the original 1996 film.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $40–120
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What you need for a Gale Weathers costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Gale Weathers costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Neon green blazer
A bright neon green or lime green structured blazer with long sleeves and a notched lapel.
DIY: Dye a thrifted white blazer with lime green fabric dye.
Neon green pencil skirt
A matching lime green mini or pencil skirt that sits at the waist.
DIY: Hem a pair of neon green trousers into a simple tube skirt.
Black undershirt
A simple black scoop-neck or crew-neck t-shirt or camisole worn under the blazer.
DIY: Use any basic black tee or tank top from your closet.
Vintage video camera
A retro 1990s-style handheld camcorder or a black plastic prop camera.
DIY: Carry a vintage-looking black plastic toy camera or a cardboard cutout.
Press badge
A laminated press pass on a clip or lanyard with 'Woodsboro News' or 'Top Story' printed on it.
DIY: Print a fake press pass on cardstock, write 'GALE WEATHERS' on it, and clip it to your lapel.
Black chunky heels
Classic 90s-style black leather pumps or chunky-heeled loafers.
DIY: Any standard black dress shoes or pumps will work.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black undershirt or camisole as your base layer.
- 2
Slip on the neon green pencil skirt, ensuring a snug, high-waisted fit.
- 3
Layer the matching neon green blazer over the top, leaving it unbuttoned to show the black shirt underneath.
- 4
Clip your custom laminated Gale Weathers press badge onto the left lapel of your blazer.
- 5
Put on your black chunky-heeled pumps or loafers.
- 6
Style your hair in a sleek, straight 90s bob with face-framing layers.
- 7
Grab your prop video camera or microphone to complete the investigative reporter look.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair into a sleek, straight 1990s-style dark brown bob with a middle part and face-framing layers. Keep makeup classic 90s with a matte complexion, defined brown eyeliner, and a prominent mauve or brownish-red lipstick.
Gale Weathers for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as Ghostface or Deputy Dewey Riley.
- group
- Form a Scream group with Ghostface, Sidney Prescott, Tatum Riley, and Deputy Dewey.
- kids
- A miniature version of the neon suit with a toy microphone is a fun, recognizable look.
- Plus size
- Look for stretch-ponte blazer and skirt sets in lime green for a comfortable, flattering fit.
- pet
- Dress your pet in a tiny black cloak as 'Ghostface' to accompany you.
Tips
- Look for matching two-piece sets online to ensure the neon green shades of the blazer and skirt match perfectly.
- If you cannot find a matching skirt, a black pencil skirt paired with the neon green blazer still captures Gale's professional 90s aesthetic.
- Keep the prop camera light; carrying a real heavy vintage camcorder all night can get tiring.
- Practice your best sassy reporter poses, holding the microphone out for interviews.
Gale Weathers costume FAQ
- What color is Gale Weathers' suit in Scream?
- Gale Weathers wears a highly recognizable bright neon lime green skirt suit during the climax of the original 1996 Scream movie.
- How do I make a DIY Gale Weathers press badge?
- Print a template of a 90s news press pass with 'Woodsboro News', add a photo of yourself or Gale, write 'GALE WEATHERS - REPORTER' in bold, laminate it, and attach it to a metal clip.
- What kind of hair does Gale Weathers have in the first movie?
- In the first Scream film, Gale has a sleek, shoulder-length dark brown bob with warm reddish-brown highlights and a middle part.
Did you know? Courteney Cox is the only actor to appear in all of the first six Scream movies, making Gale Weathers the franchise's ultimate survivor.