Hooters Girl Costume
The iconic orange and white waitress uniform that's instantly recognizable.
The Hooters Girl uniform is one of the most recognizable restaurant uniforms in pop culture history. Perfect for Halloween or themed parties, this look is fun, sporty, and incredibly easy to assemble. The outfit consists of a classic white logo tank top, bright orange runner shorts, and athletic accessories.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $20–50
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What you need for a Hooters Girl costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Hooters Girl costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
White Hooters tank top
A fitted white scoop-neck tank top featuring the iconic orange owl logo printed on the chest.
DIY: Use a plain white tank top and apply a printable iron-on transfer of the orange owl logo.
Orange athletic shorts
Bright orange nylon or spandex dolphin-style running shorts with a white trim.
Brown waist pouch apron
A small brown or black utility pouch with an adjustable waist strap to hold order pads.
DIY: Use a simple brown fanny pack worn slightly to the side.
White slouch socks
Thick white athletic socks styled to scrunch down around the ankles.
DIY: Use oversized white tube socks and push them down.
White athletic sneakers
Clean, classic white running shoes or tennis shoes with white laces.
Hooters name tag
A simple white rectangular name tag with the orange logo and a custom name.
DIY: Cut a piece of white cardstock, write a name in orange marker, and pin it to the tank top.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Hooters Girl costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the fitted white Hooters logo tank top, ensuring a snug fit.
- 2
Slip on the bright orange athletic runner shorts.
- 3
Tie the brown pouch apron around your waist, positioning the pocket slightly to the side.
- 4
Pull on the white slouch socks, scrunching them down around your ankles.
- 5
Lace up a clean pair of white athletic sneakers.
- 6
Clip the personalized name tag to the left side of your tank top neckline.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair in voluminous, bouncy 90s-style blowout curls or a high ponytail. Keep makeup bright and camera-ready with warm bronzer, neutral eyeshadow, and a glossy pink lip.
Hooters Girl for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as a Hooters customer in a casual t-shirt, or a chef holding a plate of fake chicken wings.
- group
- Gather a group of friends to all wear the uniform, each with a different personalized name tag.
- Plus size
- Look for high-waisted orange athletic shorts with a wide, stretchy waistband for maximum comfort and a flattering fit.
Tips
- Wear nude, seamless undergarments under the white tank top and tight orange shorts to keep the lines clean.
- Carry a small serving tray with fake chicken wings or a pitcher as a fun photo prop.
- If the weather is chilly, layer with a sporty white zip-up track jacket.
Hooters Girl costume FAQ
- What socks do Hooters girls wear?
- They wear classic white slouch or scrunch socks pulled down around the ankles, paired with clean white athletic sneakers.
- How can I DIY a Hooters Girl costume?
- You can use a plain white tank top and write or print the orange Hooters logo onto it, then pair it with orange dolphin-style running shorts and a brown fanny pack.
- What color are the Hooters shorts?
- The signature shorts are a bright, vibrant shade of orange, typically in a nylon or spandex athletic cut.
Did you know? The first Hooters restaurant opened in Clearwater, Florida, in 1983, and the uniform has remained largely unchanged for decades.