Jenna Rink Costume
Channel your inner Y2K queen with the iconic rainbow party dress.
Jenna Rink from 13 Going on 30 is a beloved choice for anyone wanting to channel pure Y2K nostalgia. Her most famous look is the colorful, striped mini dress she wears during the iconic 'Thriller' dance scene. This costume captures the playful, vibrant energy of the early 2000s with bright colors and whimsical accessories.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $35–80
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What you need for a Jenna Rink costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Jenna Rink costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Rainbow striped slip dress
A colorful, multi-stripe mini dress with thin spaghetti straps, featuring panels of pink, green, blue, and orange.
DIY: Buy a plain pink slip dress and use fabric paint to add the vertical green, blue, and orange color blocks.
Butterfly necklace
A chunky, colorful Y2K-style butterfly pendant necklace, preferably in pink or blue.
Drop earrings
Dangling beaded or crystal earrings that match the bright colors of the dress.
Strappy heels
Metallic silver or bright pink strappy high-heeled sandals.
DIY: Wear comfortable silver flats or kitten heels for easier dancing.
Baguette shoulder bag
A small, pink or metallic shoulder bag to complete the early 2000s party aesthetic.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Jenna Rink costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the colorful rainbow-striped slip dress, ensuring the spaghetti straps are adjusted comfortably.
- 2
Style your hair into a high, spiky Y2K-style half-up ponytail, leaving two face-framing strands loose in the front.
- 3
Put on the chunky butterfly necklace and matching colorful drop earrings.
- 4
Step into your strappy metallic or pink heels.
- 5
Grab your pink baguette shoulder bag to complete the party-ready ensemble.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair in a high, spiky half-up ponytail secured with a claw clip or hair tie, leaving two thin strands framing your face. Keep makeup fresh and dewy with frosted pink eyeshadow, plenty of pink blush, and a super-glossy pink lip.
Jenna Rink for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Matty Flamhaff wearing a Y2K-era camera, a gray cardigan, and a bag of Razzles.
- group
- Gather friends to dress as the 'Six Chicks' in coordinating early-2000s pleated skirts and pastel cardigans.
- kids
- A miniature version of the colorful striped dress paired with sparkly pink sneakers for comfort.
- Plus size
- Look for a stretch-spandex blend rainbow slip dress for a comfortable, bodycon fit.
- pet
- A colorful striped dog bandana or a small pink tutu.
Tips
- The dress is short and lightweight; wear nude seamless boyshorts or shapewear underneath for comfort.
- If you plan on doing the 'Thriller' dance, opt for low kitten heels or block heels instead of high stilettos.
- Bring a packet of Razzles candy as a fun, on-theme prop that doubles as a snack.
- Keep a lightweight pink cardigan or denim jacket handy if you are wearing this in cooler weather.
Jenna Rink costume FAQ
- What dress does Jenna Rink wear in 13 Going on 30?
- She wears a colorful, color-blocked striped mini dress with shades of pink, green, blue, and orange, designed originally by Versace for the Spring 2004 collection.
- How do you style your hair for a Jenna Rink costume?
- Create a high half-up ponytail with spiky ends fanned out, securing it with bobby pins or a small clip, and leave two thin, straight strands framing your face.
- What accessories do I need for the Jenna Rink look?
- You need a chunky Y2K butterfly necklace, colorful drop earrings, strappy metallic heels, and a small pink shoulder bag.
Did you know? The original dress worn by Jennifer Garner in the film was a Versace piece from their Spring 2004 ready-to-wear collection, which became one of the most replicated movie dresses of the 2000s.