Las Vegas Raiders Costume
Represent the Silver and Black with ultimate Raider Nation fan style.
The Las Vegas Raiders boast one of the most dedicated and visually striking fanbases in the NFL, known collectively as the Raider Nation. Choosing a Raiders costume means embracing the team's legendary silver and black color scheme, whether you dress as a padded player or a wild, Mad Max-style superfan from the infamous 'Black Hole.' This look consists of an official jersey, face paint, and optional spiked fan armor.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $40–150
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What you need for a Las Vegas Raiders costume
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Raiders Jersey
A black or white football jersey featuring the silver Raiders shield logo and player numbers.
DIY: Use a plain black t-shirt and paint a silver shield logo and numbers on the front and back using fabric paint.
Football Pants or Black Jeans
Silver or black athletic pants, or simple black jeans for a casual fan look.
DIY: Wear any black sweatpants or dark jeans you already own.
Silver and Black Face Paint
Hypoallergenic cream face paint in metallic silver and deep black.
Spiked Shoulder Pads
Plastic toy shoulder pads customized with foam spikes and silver spray paint for a 'Black Hole' superfan look.
DIY: Glue painted foam cones or silver-painted plastic cups onto an old set of sports pads.
Raiders Helmet or Cap
A silver replica football helmet with the Raiders logo on the side, or a black snapback cap.
DIY: Spray paint an old bicycle helmet silver and print out a Raiders logo sticker to apply to the sides.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on your black or silver pants and the Raiders jersey.
- 2
If opting for the superfan look, strap on the customized spiked shoulder pads over your jersey.
- 3
Apply the silver and black face paint, either as simple eye black stripes or a full-face split design.
- 4
Put on the replica silver helmet or a black Raiders snapback cap.
- 5
Add optional accessories like silver chains, dark sunglasses, or black receiver gloves to complete the look.
Makeup & hair
Apply bold black eye-black grease paint under the eyes, or paint half the face metallic silver and the other half matte black. Keep hair tucked under a Raiders cap or helmet.
Las Vegas Raiders for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- One person dresses as a Raiders player in a jersey and helmet, while the other goes as a Raiders cheerleader (Raiderette) in a white and silver uniform.
- group
- Assemble a crew of 'Black Hole' superfans, each wearing different spiked shoulder pads, silver skull masks, and holding team flags.
- kids
- A youth-sized Raiders jersey paired with simple black sweatpants and easy stick-on eye black.
- Plus size
- An oversized black Raiders hoodie paired with black cargo pants and a silver team cap offers a comfortable, loose-fitting fan look.
- pet
- A black pet jersey or an officially licensed Raiders puffer vest for dogs.
Tips
- If wearing a replica helmet, make sure it has proper ventilation if you plan to wear it indoors for long periods.
- Use high-quality setting spray over your face paint to prevent it from smudging onto your jersey.
- For cold weather, layer a black hoodie underneath your jersey to stay warm while keeping the team colors prominent.
- Carry a football as a simple, interactive prop for photos.
Las Vegas Raiders costume FAQ
- What are the official Las Vegas Raiders colors?
- The official team colors are silver and black.
- How do I make a DIY 'Black Hole' superfan costume?
- Start with a black Raiders jersey, then add plastic shoulder pads spray-painted silver and decorated with foam spikes, silver chains, and dramatic black and silver face paint.
- Can I wear this to an actual NFL game?
- Yes, this fan-centric look is highly popular and welcomed at Allegiant Stadium and Raiders watch parties year-round.
Did you know? The Raiders' passionate fan section, known as the 'Black Hole,' originated in Oakland and became famous for fans dressing in elaborate, post-apocalyptic, Mad Max-style silver and black costumes.