
Jonathan Loughran Costume
Bring the ultimate human slacker energy to your next monster bash.
Jonathan 'Johnny' Loughran is the lovable, free-spirited human who accidentally stumbles into Dracula's monster-only resort. His laid-back, colorful skater style makes him an incredibly comfortable and instantly recognizable costume choice. The look centers on his signature layered yellow and striped shirt, casual cargo shorts, and wild ginger hair.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $25–60
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What you need for a Jonathan Loughran costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Jonathan Loughran costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Yellow and striped shirt
A bright yellow short-sleeve t-shirt layered over a green-and-white horizontally striped long-sleeve shirt.
DIY: Layer a plain yellow crewneck t-shirt over a green-and-white striped long-sleeve shirt.
Beige cargo shorts
Relaxed-fit, multi-pocket cotton cargo shorts in a tan or beige color.
DIY: Use any pair of tan cargo shorts or cut old khaki pants at the knee.
Orange curly wig
A wild, messy, medium-length wig with voluminous ginger curls.
DIY: If you have naturally curly hair, use temporary orange hair color spray.
Blue skate shoes
Classic blue canvas sneakers with white soles and white laces.
DIY: Use any blue sneakers or casual skate shoes you already own.
White crew socks
Standard white athletic crew socks pulled up slightly.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Jonathan Loughran costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the green-and-white horizontally striped long-sleeve shirt first.
- 2
Layer the bright yellow short-sleeve crewneck t-shirt directly over the striped shirt.
- 3
Slip into the relaxed-fit beige cargo shorts, securing them at the waist.
- 4
Put on the white crew socks and lace up your blue skate shoes.
- 5
Shake out the orange curly wig to maximize its messy, voluminous shape before putting it on.
Makeup & hair
Wear a messy, voluminous orange curly wig. Keep your face clean-shaven and makeup-free to match Johnny's relaxed, youthful human look.
Jonathan Loughran for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Mavis in her signature black dress, striped tights, and black vampire wig.
- group
- Add Dracula, Dennis, and Murray the Mummy for a full Hotel Transylvania group.
- kids
- Use a youth-sized yellow tee, striped undershirt, and a smaller orange curly wig.
- Plus size
- Opt for loose-fitting cargo shorts with an elastic waistband and oversized layered tees for maximum comfort.
- pet
- Dress a pet dog as a little werewolf pup to represent one of Wayne's kids.
Tips
- To save money, look for a pre-layered 'Johnny' costume shirt online, or layer a cheap yellow tee over a striped long-sleeve shirt.
- Use hairspray or styling wax on the wig to make the curls look extra messy and windblown.
- Carry a large blue hiking backpack to complete his 'backpacker traveling the world' aesthetic.
Jonathan Loughran costume FAQ
- What kind of shirt does Johnny wear in Hotel Transylvania?
- Johnny wears a bright yellow short-sleeve t-shirt layered over a green-and-white horizontally striped long-sleeve shirt.
- How do I style Johnny's hair?
- Use a wild, messy orange or ginger curly wig. Shake it upside down to fluff it up and create his signature voluminous, unkempt look.
- Is the Johnny costume comfortable for walking around?
- Yes, because it consists of standard t-shirts, relaxed cargo shorts, and sneakers, it is one of the most comfortable and practical costumes to wear all night.
Did you know? Johnny is voiced by Andy Samberg, who brings his signature high-energy comedic style to the character's voice and personality.