Hall & Oates Costume
Bring back the 80s rock-and-soul style with this iconic musical duo.
Pay tribute to the ultimate 80s pop-rock duo, Daryl Hall and John Oates, with this classic couples or friends costume. Perfect for music lovers, this look captures their peak MTV-era aesthetic with contrasting hairstyles and retro outfits. The costume relies on iconic hair, a signature mustache, and classic 1980s fashion like trench coats and leather jackets.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $40–100
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What you need for a Hall & Oates costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Hall & Oates costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Daryl Hall Wig
A long, feathered blonde mullet wig with darkened black roots.
DIY: Style a long blonde wig by cutting the front and sides short while leaving the back long.
John Oates Wig and Mustache
A curly black perm or short afro wig paired with a thick, dark adhesive mustache.
DIY: Use a curly black wig and draw on a thick mustache with dark brown or black face paint if you do not have an adhesive one.
Daryl's Sunglasses
Dark aviator or classic black wayfarer sunglasses.
DIY: Use any dark, retro-style sunglasses you already own.
Retro Jackets
A grey trench coat or black leather jacket with shoulder pads for Daryl, and a sleeveless leather or denim vest for John.
DIY: Thrift an oversized blazer, trench coat, or denim vest from a local secondhand store.
Prop Microphone
A vintage-style silver vocal microphone for Daryl.
DIY: Wrap a cardboard tube in black tape and attach a crumpled ball of aluminum foil to the top.
Prop Electric Guitar
A toy or inflatable red electric guitar with a shoulder strap for John.
DIY: Cut a guitar shape out of sturdy cardboard and paint it with bright red and white details.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Hall & Oates costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Divide the roles: one person dresses as Daryl Hall, and the other dresses as John Oates.
- 2
For Daryl, put on the blonde mullet wig and wear the dark aviator sunglasses.
- 3
For John, apply the thick adhesive black mustache and put on the curly black perm wig.
- 4
Dress Daryl in a stylish trench coat or a leather jacket over a simple t-shirt and fitted jeans.
- 5
Dress John in a sleeveless leather vest, button-down shirt, or colorful 80s graphic tee with dark pants.
- 6
Equip Daryl with the prop microphone and John with the prop electric guitar to complete the performance-ready look.
Makeup & hair
Daryl needs a long blonde mullet wig with dark roots, while John requires a curly black perm wig and a thick, dark mustache. Keep makeup minimal, focusing on a clean 1980s stage-ready look.
Hall & Oates for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- The perfect ready-to-go pairing for two friends or a couple who love 80s music.
- group
- Add backup singers or a keyboardist in 80s new wave attire to form the full touring band.
- kids
- Dress two kids in oversized 80s blazers, mini wigs, and a drawn-on mustache for a hilarious retro look.
- Plus size
- Opt for relaxed-fit 80s trench coats or oversized blazers with shoulder pads for a comfortable, authentic drape.
Tips
- Secure John's mustache with spirit gum if you plan on drinking or talking a lot at a party.
- Carry a portable speaker playing 'Maneater' or 'You Make My Dreams' to instantly sell the character.
- Wear comfortable sneakers or retro boots, as this is a highly mobile, dance-friendly costume.
Hall & Oates costume FAQ
- What are the key elements of a Hall & Oates costume?
- The most recognizable elements are the hair and facial hair: Daryl's blonde mullet with sunglasses, and John's curly black hair with his signature thick mustache.
- What clothes should we wear for Hall & Oates?
- Go for mid-1980s style. Think trench coats, leather jackets, shoulder pads, sleeveless vests, and fitted jeans.
- Can this be done as a solo costume?
- While best as a duo, you can go solo as John Oates with the curly wig, mustache, and guitar, or Daryl Hall with the blonde mullet, sunglasses, and microphone.
Did you know? Hall & Oates are recognized by Billboard as the most successful duo in rock history, earning six number-one hits on the Billboard Hot 100.