Jenny from Forrest Gump Costume
Embrace your inner free spirit with Jenny's iconic 1970s bohemian style.
Jenny Curran from Forrest Gump is a popular costume choice for movie fans who love vintage 1970s fashion. Her most recognizable look comes from the Washington Monument anti-war rally, where she reunites with Forrest in the reflecting pool. This iconic outfit features a cream-colored bohemian peasant dress paired with a brown faux-suede vest, retro boots, and flower power accessories.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $35–85
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What you need for a Jenny from Forrest Gump costume
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Cream peasant dress
A long-sleeved, flowy cream or off-white cotton maxi dress with a ruffled collar or embroidered ribbon trim.
DIY: Use any plain white or cream maxi dress and fabric glue a colorful woven ribbon trim around the neckline.
Brown fringe vest
A sleeveless brown faux-suede vest with long fringe hanging from the hem.
DIY: Cut the sleeves off an old brown t-shirt or jacket, then snip the bottom hem into thin vertical strips to create fringe.
Flower crown
A headband made of small white and yellow daisies or mixed wildflowers.
DIY: Glue faux daisies from a craft store onto a simple elastic headband or braided twine.
Brown waist belt
A wide brown faux-leather or woven belt worn over the dress to cinch the waist.
DIY: Tie a thick strip of brown fabric or braided rope around your waist.
Peace sign necklace
A large silver or wooden peace sign pendant hanging from a long black cord or chain.
DIY: Cut a peace sign shape out of cardboard, paint it silver, and loop it onto a piece of yarn.
Brown suede boots
Flat or low-heeled brown suede ankle or knee-high boots.
DIY: Wear any brown boots or flat sandals you already own.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the cream peasant maxi dress as your base layer.
- 2
Fasten the wide brown belt around your waist over the dress to define the silhouette.
- 3
Layer the brown fringe vest over the dress, leaving it open in the front.
- 4
Put on the brown suede boots.
- 5
Place the flower crown on your head, positioning it across your forehead in classic 1970s style.
- 6
Accessorize with the peace sign necklace and optional retro beaded bracelets.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair in long, loose waves with middle-parted bangs, or use a long blonde wig with bangs. Keep makeup minimal and natural with a touch of light bronzer and nude lip balm for a fresh-faced, outdoorsy look.
Jenny from Forrest Gump for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Forrest Gump in his military dress uniform or his iconic yellow polo, red hat, and running beard look.
- group
- Add friends dressed as Forrest Gump, Lieutenant Dan in his striped shirt, and Bubba in his military fatigues.
- kids
- A miniature version features a cream toddler dress, a small brown felt vest, and a daisy headband.
- Plus size
- Look for a flowy A-line peasant dress with an elastic waist for maximum comfort and a flexible fit.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a miniature tie-dye bandana or a tiny flower collar to match your hippie vibe.
Tips
- Opt for flat or low-heeled boots if you plan to walk around a lot or attend an outdoor festival.
- If the weather is chilly, swap the vest for a long, brown faux-suede coat with faux-fur trim, which Jenny also wears in the film.
- Add a few vintage-style peace sign or smiley face buttons to the lapel of your vest for extra screen-accurate detail.
- Carry a acoustic guitar case or a vintage tambourine as a fun, thematic prop.
Jenny from Forrest Gump costume FAQ
- What kind of dress does Jenny wear in Forrest Gump?
- Jenny wears a cream-colored, long-sleeved bohemian peasant dress made of lightweight cotton or monk's cloth, decorated with embroidered ribbon trim around the neckline.
- How do I style my hair for a Jenny Curran costume?
- Style your hair in long, loose, center-parted blonde waves with straight-across bangs. If you don't have blonde hair, a long blonde wig with bangs works perfectly.
- What is the easiest way to make a DIY Jenny costume?
- Combine a simple white maxi dress, a brown vest (which you can fringe yourself by cutting the hem), a wide brown belt, a flower crown, and a peace sign necklace.
Did you know? The iconic reflecting pool scene where Jenny and Forrest reunite was filmed at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C., and required visual effects to make the crowd of 1,500 extras look like a massive rally of over 200,000 people.