Gorillaz Costume
Step out of the screen as your favorite virtual band member.
Dressing up as a member of the virtual band Gorillaz is a favorite choice for music fans and cosplayers alike. The most popular looks are lead singer 2-D, known for his spiky blue hair and blacked-out eyes, and guitarist Noodle, famous for her striped socks and red scarf. This guide helps you easily assemble either iconic cartoon look using everyday clothing and simple accessories.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $30–75
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What you need for a Gorillaz costume
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Blue spiky wig
A messy, bright blue synthetic wig styled with hairspray to mimic 2-D's signature disheveled hair.
DIY: Use temporary blue hair color spray on short, heavily textured natural hair.
Striped or ringer t-shirt
An oversized horizontal striped shirt or a classic white ringer tee with red or black collar trim.
DIY: Use fabric markers to draw bold horizontal stripes onto a plain white t-shirt.
Skinny jeans
Dark blue or black slim-fit jeans, worn rolled up slightly at the ankles.
Knee-high socks
Solid white or black-and-white striped knee-high socks pulled up high.
White canvas sneakers
Classic white low-top or high-top canvas sneakers.
Black face paint or eyeshadow
Cosmetic-grade black makeup to create the hollow, blacked-out eye look.
DIY: Wear solid black retro sunglasses instead of applying eye makeup.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the skinny jeans and roll the cuffs up slightly to show off your socks.
- 2
Pull the white or striped knee-high socks up to just below your knees.
- 3
Put on the oversized t-shirt or striped ringer tee.
- 4
Secure your natural hair under a wig cap, then put on the blue spiky wig, using gel or hairspray to define the messy spikes.
- 5
Lace up your white canvas sneakers.
- 6
Apply black eyeshadow or face paint in solid circles around your eyes to mimic 2-D's empty eye sockets, or wear dark black aviator sunglasses.
Makeup & hair
For 2-D, use black face paint or heavy eyeshadow to completely black out your eyelids and eye sockets. For Noodle, style your hair into a short, dark purple or black bob with straight bangs.
Gorillaz for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair 2-D with Noodle (wearing a red scarf, striped socks, and a green jacket).
- group
- Assemble the full four-piece band with 2-D, Noodle, Murdoc (green skin, black hair), and Russel (drumsticks, white eyes).
- kids
- A kid-friendly version of Noodle using a simple green hoodie, red scarf, and striped socks.
- Plus size
- An oversized graphic tee paired with comfortable dark stretch jeans or leggings.
Tips
- If you don't want to black out your eyes with makeup, wear solid black retro sunglasses instead.
- Keep the wig secure at crowded conventions or parties by using bobby pins and a wig grip band.
- For Noodle's Phase 1 look, add a green flight helmet or a radio headset over a short dark bob.
Gorillaz costume FAQ
- How do I get 2-D's black eyes safely?
- Use cosmetic-grade black face paint or highly pigmented black eyeshadow blended around the eye sockets. Avoid getting makeup directly in your eyes.
- What are the key items for a Noodle costume?
- You will need a short dark bob wig, a bright red scarf, black-and-white striped knee-high socks, and a simple green jacket or oversized sweater.
- Can I use temporary hair color spray instead of a wig?
- Yes, if you already have short, textured hair, a bright blue temporary hair color spray can work perfectly for 2-D's look.
Did you know? Gorillaz was created in 1998 by musician Damon Albarn and artist Jamie Hewlett, who came up with the idea while watching MTV and noticing a lack of substance in the music videos.