Jelly Roll Costume
Rock the signature country-rap style of award-winning artist Jelly Roll.
Recreate the distinct look of American singer-songwriter Jelly Roll, known for his soulful country-rap music and striking style. This costume focuses on his signature facial tattoos, casual streetwear, and heavy jewelry. It is a comfortable, highly recognizable choice for music fans looking for an easy-to-assemble outfit.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $30–80
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What you need for a Jelly Roll costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Jelly Roll costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Temporary Face Tattoos
A set of temporary tattoos featuring his signature facial ink, including the cross by the eye and forehead script.
DIY: Draw them on yourself using a fine-tip black liquid eyeliner.
Black Hooded Jacket or Bomber
A simple black zip-up hoodie, dark denim jacket, or black bomber jacket.
DIY: Use any dark, oversized casual jacket from your closet.
Black T-Shirt
A plain black crewneck t-shirt or a graphic tee featuring country or rock motifs.
DIY: Any dark-colored casual tee works perfectly.
Dark Jeans
Relaxed-fit black or dark blue denim jeans.
DIY: Use your own comfortable dark-wash jeans.
Chunky Silver Chain
A thick, metallic silver-colored chain necklace to mimic his hip-hop-inspired jewelry.
Black Baseball Cap
A classic black snapback or baseball cap, often worn backwards or pulled low.
DIY: Use any dark baseball cap you already own.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Jelly Roll costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the plain black t-shirt and relaxed-fit dark jeans.
- 2
Layer the black hooded jacket or bomber jacket over the t-shirt.
- 3
Carefully apply the temporary face tattoos using a damp cloth, focusing on the cross under the right eye and the script above the eyebrows.
- 4
Put on the chunky silver chain necklace so it sits visibly over the collar of your shirt.
- 5
Place the black baseball cap on your head, either facing forward and pulled slightly low, or backwards.
- 6
Style your hair or beard to match his rugged look, keeping any facial hair neatly trimmed but full.
Makeup & hair
If you have facial hair, groom it into a full, short beard. Use a black eyeliner pencil to sketch his signature face tattoos if you do not have temporary transfers.
Jelly Roll for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up as Jelly Roll and his wife, Bunnie XO, wearing a glamorous blonde wig and a colorful jumpsuit.
- group
- Go as a music festival crew with friends dressed as other modern country and rap stars.
- kids
- A mini version with a tiny black hoodie, drawn-on washable face tattoos, and a plastic chain.
- Plus size
- This relaxed-fit streetwear look is naturally comfortable and highly flattering for all body types.
Tips
- Keep a reference photo of Jelly Roll's face handy when applying the tattoos to ensure accurate placement.
- Opt for comfortable sneakers, as this is a highly practical, streetwear-based costume.
- If using eyeliner for the tattoos, set them with a light dusting of translucent powder so they do not smudge during the night.
Jelly Roll costume FAQ
- He has a prominent cross next to his right eye, the words 'Surviving the Struggle' on his neck, and various script designs above his eyebrows.
- Use high-quality temporary tattoo paper or draw them with a fine-point liquid eyeliner, then pat them with translucent setting powder to remove the shine.
- Yes, because it relies on layers like hoodies, jackets, and jeans, it is excellent for cooler autumn weather.
Did you know? Before transitioning to country music stardom, Jelly Roll spent over a decade releasing independent hip-hop mixtapes, which heavily influenced his signature streetwear style and aesthetic.