How do you get an authentic In-N-Out hat?

You can usually walk into any In-N-Out Burger location and politely ask an employee at the counter for a free paper hat.

What color pants do In-N-Out employees wear?

Store associates wear solid white pants secured with a black belt, along with black slip-resistant shoes.

What is the yellow pin on the apron for?

The giant yellow safety pin is a signature part of the uniform, used to pin the corner of the red apron neatly to the side.

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In-N-Out Employee Costume

Order up! Serve classic West Coast style in this iconic uniform.

The In-N-Out Burger employee uniform is a beloved West Coast staple, making it a highly recognizable and fun choice for Halloween. Perfect for food lovers and last-minute planners, this look captures the clean, retro aesthetic of the famous fast-food chain. The outfit consists of a crisp white collared shirt, white pants, a signature red apron, and the classic paper soda jerk hat.

Difficulty: Easy
Time: ~20 min
Budget: $15–40

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White short-sleeve collared shirt
A crisp, button-up short-sleeve polo or dress shirt in solid white.
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White pants
Solid white straight-leg trousers or chinos.
DIY: Use white scrub pants or light-colored jeans if needed.
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Red apron
A solid red waist apron that ties at the back.
DIY: Cut a piece of red fabric or felt and tie it around your waist with a red ribbon.
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Paper soda jerk hat
A white paper retro diner hat, ideally with a red stripe or logo.
DIY: Fold a white sheet of cardstock into a classic paper boat hat and draw a red stripe on the brim.
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Yellow oversized safety pin
A large yellow safety pin used to fasten the apron at the front.
DIY: Paint a large metal safety pin with yellow acrylic paint or yellow nail polish.
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In-N-Out logo name tag
A simple white rectangular name tag with the red and yellow logo.
DIY: Print the logo onto cardstock, write your name below it, and pin it to your shirt.
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How to put it together

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Put on the white short-sleeve collared shirt and tuck it neatly into the white pants.
2
Secure the pants with a black belt and put on clean black shoes.
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Tie the red waist apron around your waist, keeping the knot in the back.
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Fasten the front fold of the apron using the oversized yellow safety pin on your right hip.
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Pin the custom In-N-Out name tag to the left breast of your white shirt.
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Gently expand the paper soda jerk hat and place it straight on your head.
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Optional: Carry a red plastic fast-food tray or an empty clean In-N-Out burger box as a prop.

Makeup & hair

Keep hair neat, tidy, and tucked behind the ears or under the paper hat. Makeup should be clean, natural, and minimal to match a professional food service standard.

In-N-Out Employee for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: One person dresses as the employee, and the other dresses as a giant double-double burger or a cup of animal-style fries.
group: Have a whole crew of employees carrying trays, with one person dressed as the iconic yellow arrow sign.
kids: Use a white onesie or t-shirt, red baby pants, and a mini paper hat for an adorable toddler version.
Plus size: Opt for comfortable white scrub pants and a loose-fitting white polo shirt paired with an adjustable tie-back red apron.
pet: A red bandana tied around a dog's neck paired with a tiny paper hat secured with an elastic band.

Tips

You can often ask for a free paper hat at an actual In-N-Out location if you visit a store.
Wear black, slip-resistant shoes to match the authentic look of a real fast-food worker.
If you are carrying food props, use clean, empty burger wrappers and fry boats stuffed with tissue paper to keep them lightweight.
Keep a spare paper hat on hand, as paper can easily tear or get soggy if it rains.

In-N-Out Employee costume FAQ

How do you get an authentic In-N-Out hat?: You can usually walk into any In-N-Out Burger location and politely ask an employee at the counter for a free paper hat.
What color pants do In-N-Out employees wear?: Store associates wear solid white pants secured with a black belt, along with black slip-resistant shoes.
What is the yellow pin on the apron for?: The giant yellow safety pin is a signature part of the uniform, used to pin the corner of the red apron neatly to the side.

Did you know? In-N-Out's classic uniform, including the paper hat and safety-pinned apron, has remained largely unchanged since the mid-20th century to preserve its nostalgic retro diner aesthetic.