Holes Costume
Dig deep into this classic Camp Green Lake desert survival look.
Based on the beloved book and 2003 film adaptation, a Holes costume brings the gritty, sun-baked aesthetic of Camp Green Lake to life. Perfect for solo builders or group themes, this look instantly channels Stanley "Caveman" Yelnats or Zero. The outfit is defined by a bright orange utility jumpsuit, a dusty desert hat, and a signature digging shovel.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $25–60
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What you need for a Holes costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Holes costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Orange Jumpsuit
A bright orange, long-sleeved utility boiler suit or prisoner jumpsuit, worn zipped down slightly at the chest.
DIY: Pair a bright orange crewneck t-shirt with matching orange scrub pants or sweatpants.
White Undershirt
A plain white cotton crewneck t-shirt, lightly distressed with brown eyeshadow or dirt to look dusty.
DIY: Use an old, worn-out white t-shirt from your closet.
Beige Sun Hat
A tan or beige wide-brimmed bucket hat or safari sun hat with a chin strap.
DIY: Any old tan baseball cap or fishing hat will work.
White Hand Towel
A small white hand towel draped over the back of the neck under the hat to block the sun.
DIY: Cut a strip of white fabric or use a clean kitchen dish towel.
Toy Shovel
A lightweight plastic or foam spade shovel, ideally painted to look metallic and dirty.
DIY: Use a clean garden trowel or cut a shovel shape out of sturdy cardboard and paint it grey.
Work Boots
Scuffed brown or black hiking boots or work boots.
DIY: Wear any old, dirty sneakers or boots you already own.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Holes costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the plain white t-shirt as your base layer.
- 2
Step into the orange jumpsuit, pulling it up and zipping it halfway up the chest, leaving the white undershirt visible.
- 3
Tie the sleeves of the jumpsuit around your waist if you want the hot, hard-working desert look.
- 4
Drape the white hand towel over the back of your head and neck.
- 5
Place the beige bucket hat firmly over the towel to hold it in place.
- 6
Put on your scuffed work boots and tuck the pant cuffs slightly into the boots or let them slouch.
- 7
Carry your toy shovel over your shoulder to complete the Camp Green Lake digger look.
Makeup & hair
Keep hair messy and tucked under the hat. Use brown eyeshadow, bronzer, or actual cosmetic dirt smudged lightly across your cheeks, nose, and forehead to mimic a long day of digging in the desert sun.
Holes for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair Stanley Yelnats in an orange jumpsuit with Kissin' Kate Barlow in a vintage 19th-century western dress and a cowboy hat.
- group
- Gather a group to dress as the D-Tent boys (Stanley, Zero, Armpit, Zigzag, and Magnet) all wearing matching orange jumpsuits and carrying shovels.
- kids
- An orange t-shirt, orange sweatpants, a small plastic sandbox shovel, and a miniature bucket hat make a comfortable, school-friendly version.
- Plus size
- Look for loose-fitting, unisex orange utility coveralls or scrubs which offer a comfortable, breathable fit for all-day wear.
- pet
- A small orange dog t-shirt labeled with a DIY 'Camp Green Lake' stencil on the back.
Tips
- To make the costume look authentic, lightly dust the jumpsuit and hat with real dirt or brown chalk before wearing.
- Stay hydrated and comfortable by choosing a lightweight, breathable cotton or polyester jumpsuit.
- If carrying a toy shovel all night is inconvenient, loop a rope holster around your waist to carry it hands-free.
- For photos, pose with the shovel resting over your shoulder or planted in the ground while looking exhausted.
Holes costume FAQ
- What does Stanley Yelnats wear in Holes?
- Stanley wears a bright orange inmate jumpsuit, a white undershirt, a beige wide-brimmed sun hat with a white towel underneath to block the sun, dirty work boots, and he carries a digging shovel.
- How do you make a DIY Holes costume?
- You can easily make this costume by pairing an orange t-shirt and orange pants with a tan bucket hat. Drape a white hand towel under the hat, smudge some brown makeup on your face for dirt, and carry a plastic shovel.
- Is the Holes costume comfortable for warm weather?
- Yes, if you choose a lightweight cotton jumpsuit or wear the jumpsuit tied around your waist with just the white t-shirt on top, it is very breathable and comfortable.
Did you know? In the 2003 movie adaptation of Holes, the actors actually went through a physical 'camp' training session to practice digging holes in the hot desert sun to make their on-screen exhaustion look realistic.