King of the Hill Costume
Yep. Bring Arlen's favorite propane salesman to life with this classic look.
King of the Hill remains a beloved staple of animated television, making Hank Hill one of the most recognizable and humorous characters to portray. This guide focuses on Hank's iconic, everyday outfit, which is incredibly easy to assemble using basic wardrobe essentials. It is the perfect choice for anyone looking for a comfortable, funny, and highly recognizable classic cartoon look.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $30–75
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What you need for a King of the Hill costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete King of the Hill costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
White crew neck t-shirt
A plain, short-sleeved white crew neck t-shirt, tucked in tightly.
DIY: Use any clean, plain white t-shirt you already own.
Straight-cut blue jeans
Classic, medium-wash blue jeans with a straight-leg fit, worn high at the waist.
DIY: Any standard pair of non-distressed blue jeans will work.
Brown leather belt
A simple dark brown leather belt with a silver square buckle.
Brown work boots
Sturdy, round-toe brown leather work boots or casual shoes.
DIY: Any brown leather shoes or boots.
Square-frame glasses
Thin, silver or black square-framed prescription-style glasses.
DIY: Pop the lenses out of an old pair of square-framed reading glasses.
Propane accessory prop
A clean, empty small propane canister or a silver metal spatula.
DIY: Carry a metal grilling spatula or a silver can wrapped in a custom 'Strickland Propane' printed label.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made King of the Hill costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the straight-cut blue jeans and pull them up to your natural waist.
- 2
Put on the plain white crew neck t-shirt and tuck it completely and neatly into the jeans all the way around.
- 3
Thread the dark brown leather belt through the belt loops and fasten it with the silver buckle centered.
- 4
Lace up your brown work boots.
- 5
Put on the square-frame glasses.
- 6
Grab your grilling spatula or propane canister prop to complete the Strickland Propane salesman look.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair in a neat, short, side-parted 1990s-style haircut using a light-hold gel. No makeup is required, but keeping a clean-shaven face matches Hank's neat appearance.
King of the Hill for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair Hank with Peggy Hill wearing a sleeveless turquoise button-down shirt, khaki culottes, and blue-rimmed glasses.
- group
- Gather friends to dress as Dale (orange cap, sunglasses, white tank), Bill (olive green tank top), and Boomhauer (black t-shirt and blue jeans) to stand in a line holding beer cans.
- kids
- A miniature Hank Hill with a white tee, jeans, and tiny fake glasses is an adorable and easy option.
- Plus size
- This classic straight-leg jean and t-shirt combination is universally flattering and comfortable for all body types.
- pet
- Dress your dog as Ladybird, Hank's beloved Bloodhound, using a simple red collar.
Tips
- To really sell the character, carry a silver aluminum can with a custom 'Alamo Beer' label wrapped around it.
- Keep your posture stiff and stand with your hands on your hips or holding your belt loops.
- Practice your best flat, Texas-accented 'Yep' and 'I tell ya what' to entertain people all night.
King of the Hill costume FAQ
- What kind of shirt does Hank Hill wear?
- Hank Hill wears a very simple, plain, short-sleeved white crew neck t-shirt that is always tucked into his jeans.
- How can I make a Strickland Propane prop?
- You can print out a Strickland Propane logo from the internet and tape it onto a clean, empty tin can, a blue water bottle, or a toy propane tank.
- What are the key accessories for a Hank Hill costume?
- The essential accessories are thin, square-framed glasses, a brown leather belt, and a prop like a grilling spatula or an Alamo beer can.
Did you know? Hank Hill's character design and voice were heavily inspired by Tom Anderson, a recurring character Mike Judge created for his earlier animated hit, Beavis and Butt-Head.