Ghostbuster Costume
Who ya gonna call? Suit up in paranormal-busting style.
The Ghostbuster uniform is one of the most recognizable outfits in cinematic history, worn by the iconic paranormal investigators of New York City. Fans choose this look for its perfect blend of 1980s nostalgia, group-friendly appeal, and rugged utility. The classic outfit consists of a khaki flight suit, custom name patches, grey elbow pads, and the legendary Proton Pack.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $45–180
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What you need for a Ghostbuster costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Ghostbuster costume — one box instead of 7 pieces.
Khaki flight suit
A long-sleeve, zippered utility boiler suit or CWU-27/P style military flight suit in a tan or khaki color.
DIY: Use a tan dickies coverall or dyed beige painter's overalls.
Ghostbusters logo patch
An embroidered 'No-Ghost' circular patch featuring the classic red-and-white ghost warning sign.
DIY: Print the logo on iron-on transfer paper and apply it to a white canvas scrap.
Custom embroidered nametag
A black fabric nametag with red embroidered lettering featuring a classic surname like Venkman, Stantz, Spengler, or Zeddemore.
DIY: Use black felt and write the name in red fabric paint or red puffy paint.
Proton Pack with wand
A black plastic backpack styled to look like a nuclear particle accelerator, complete with colorful wires, warning labels, and a hose-connected wand.
DIY: Construct a pack using a cardboard box, black spray paint, plastic bottle caps, and colorful wires.
Grey elbow pads
Soft, slip-on fabric elbow pads in a medium grey color, worn pulled up to the mid-forearm or elbow.
DIY: Cut the feet off a pair of thick grey athletic socks and slide them onto your arms.
Black utility belt
A heavy-duty black webbed pistol belt with a plastic quick-release buckle.
DIY: Use any simple black canvas belt or heavy-duty work belt.
Black combat boots
Sturdy, mid-calf black leather or synthetic tactical boots.
DIY: Wear any dark-colored hiking boots or high-top black sneakers.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Ghostbuster costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the khaki flight suit and zip it up, leaving the collar slightly open for a relaxed, blue-collar look.
- 2
Iron or sew the 'No-Ghost' patch onto the upper right sleeve of the flight suit.
- 3
Attach your chosen nametag patch to the left chest area, directly above the pocket.
- 4
Slide the grey elbow pads up your forearms so they sit comfortably over your elbows.
- 5
Fasten the black utility belt around your waist, adjusting it to sit snugly over the jumpsuit.
- 6
Lace up your black combat boots, tucking the bottom cuffs of the flight suit into the tops of the boots.
- 7
Strap on the Proton Pack, adjust the shoulder straps for a secure fit, and hold the particle thrower wand.
Makeup & hair
Keep hair practical and slightly messy, as if you have just survived a slime attack. No heavy makeup is required, but a few smudges of dark grey eyeshadow on your cheeks can mimic soot and grime from a fresh ghost battle.
Ghostbuster for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up as a Ghostbuster and the green ghost Slimer, or go as Peter Venkman and Dana Barrett.
- group
- Gather four friends to represent the complete original lineup: Venkman, Stantz, Spengler, and Zeddemore.
- kids
- A miniature khaki jumpsuit paired with a lightweight inflatable proton pack makes for an adorable, easy-to-wear outfit.
- Plus size
- Look for relaxed-fit utility coveralls or industrial work jumpsuits, which offer a comfortable, roomy fit through the torso.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a simple green Slimer shirt or a mini pet-sized khaki jumpsuit.
Tips
- Roll up the sleeves of the flight suit slightly if you get warm during indoor parties.
- Store small essentials like your phone and keys in the jumpsuit's zippered pockets to keep your hands free.
- If your proton pack is heavy, add foam padding to the shoulder straps to prevent chafing during long wear.
- Add a toy ghost trap clipped to your utility belt for an extra touch of screen-accurate detail.
Ghostbuster costume FAQ
- What color are the original Ghostbusters suits?
- The original uniforms from the 1984 film are khaki/tan. While they can sometimes appear slightly grey on screen due to lighting and film stock, they are officially khaki military-style flight suits.
- How do you make a cheap DIY Proton Pack?
- You can build a budget-friendly pack using a cardboard shoe box as the base. Spray-paint it matte black, glue on plastic bottle caps, soda cans, and colorful electrical wires, then attach a painted cardboard tube as the wand.
- Which arm does the Ghostbusters patch go on?
- The iconic 'No-Ghost' logo patch is worn on the upper right sleeve of the flight suit, while the nametag is worn on the left chest.
Did you know? The original movie uniforms were actual military-issue CWU-27/P flight suits, chosen to give the characters the practical, blue-collar look of everyday exterminators or janitors.