Insane Clown Posse Costume
Rep the Wicked Clowns with iconic face paint and streetwear.
Embrace the horrorcore spirit of Detroit's favorite hip-hop duo, the Insane Clown Posse. Popular for concerts, conventions, and Halloween, this look captures the iconic style of Violent J and Shaggy 2 Dope. The costume centers around bold, monochromatic evil clown face paint paired with baggy 90s-style streetwear.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $30–80
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What you need for a Insane Clown Posse costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Insane Clown Posse costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Black and White Face Paint
High-quality cream or water-activated theatrical makeup in stark black and solid white.
DIY: Use standard Halloween face paint crayons, setting them with baby powder to prevent smudging.
Oversized Hockey Jersey
A baggy, loose-fitting hockey or basketball jersey, preferably in black, red, or green.
DIY: An oversized black graphic t-shirt or a band tee works perfectly.
Baggy Cargo Pants
Loose-fit black cargo pants or dark, relaxed-fit denim jeans.
DIY: Use any oversized dark sweatpants or jeans you already own.
Hatchetman Necklace
A silver-tone chain featuring the iconic running man holding a cleaver pendant.
DIY: Cut the silhouette out of silver poster board or craft foam and attach it to a silver chain.
Faygo Soda Bottle
A plastic bottle of Faygo soda, the signature beverage of the Juggalo subculture.
DIY: Print a custom Faygo label and tape it over a standard 2-liter soda bottle.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Insane Clown Posse costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Wash and dry your face thoroughly to remove oils before applying any makeup.
- 2
Apply a solid white makeup base to your entire face, leaving the areas directly around your eyes and mouth bare.
- 3
Using a fine brush and black face paint, map out and fill in sharp, exaggerated evil clown eyes and a wide, pointed grin.
- 4
Put on your baggy black cargo pants or loose-fit jeans.
- 5
Pull on the oversized hockey jersey or graphic t-shirt over your head.
- 6
Clasp the silver Hatchetman necklace around your neck so it sits prominently over the chest.
- 7
Carry the Faygo soda bottle as your main prop to complete the authentic look.
Makeup & hair
Use a translucent setting powder over your face paint to keep it from running. Style your hair in tight braids, dreadlocks, or conceal it entirely under a black baseball cap or beanie.
Insane Clown Posse for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Go as the duo: one person paints their face as Violent J (thick black eye patches and wide grin) and the other as Shaggy 2 Dope (thinner, sharper lines).
- group
- Gather a crew of Juggalos wearing various ICP shirts, face paint styles, and carrying different flavors of Faygo.
- kids
- A kid-friendly version features simplified, less scary clown face paint and a mini hockey jersey.
- Plus size
- Oversized jerseys and baggy cargo pants offer a highly comfortable, relaxed, and authentic fit for all body types.
Tips
- Apply a makeup setting spray after finishing your face paint to ensure it lasts through hot concerts or long parties.
- Keep a pack of makeup wipes in your pocket for quick touch-ups around the mouth if you plan on eating or drinking.
- If you cannot find Faygo locally, any brightly colored retro soda bottle makes an excellent stand-in.
Insane Clown Posse costume FAQ
- What kind of face paint is best for an ICP costume?
- Theatrical cream-based or water-activated face paint works best. Be sure to set it with a translucent powder so the black and white colors do not bleed into each other.
- What is the symbol on the ICP necklace?
- The symbol is the 'Hatchetman,' which is the official logo of Psychopathic Records, the record label founded by the group.
- Is this costume comfortable for a music festival?
- Yes, the loose-fitting jerseys and baggy pants make it highly breathable and comfortable for moving around all day.
Did you know? The Insane Clown Posse's dedicated fanbase, known as Juggalos, has been officially recognized as a unique subculture with its own slang, traditions, and annual music festival.