Laurie Strode Costume
Channel the ultimate final girl with this classic 1978 horror look.
Laurie Strode from the 1978 horror classic Halloween is the quintessential 'final girl.' Originally put together on a $200 JCPenney budget by Jamie Lee Curtis herself, this iconic look consists of a simple 1970s blue button-down shirt, dark bell-bottom pants, and a signature prop knife.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $30–80
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What you need for a Laurie Strode costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Laurie Strode costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Light Blue Button-Down Shirt
A classic light blue long-sleeve button-down shirt with a pointed 1970s collar.
DIY: Use any light blue collared shirt from a thrift store and roll the sleeves up slightly.
Dark Blue Bell-Bottom Jeans
High-waisted, dark wash denim jeans with a distinct 1970s flare or bell-bottom cut.
DIY: Use standard dark flare jeans or bootcut pants from your closet.
Brown Leather Belt
A simple, medium-width brown leather belt with a classic silver or brass buckle.
Prop Kitchen Knife
A safe, realistic-looking silver plastic chef's knife with a black handle.
DIY: Cut a knife shape out of thick cardboard, paint the blade silver, and wrap the handle in black tape.
Latex Knife Wound Appliance
A small latex cut appliance to place on the upper left arm, mimicking the slash from Michael Myers.
DIY: Draw a slash mark on your sleeve or arm using red lip liner and liquid latex or fake blood.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Laurie Strode costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the high-waisted dark blue flare jeans and secure them with the brown leather belt.
- 2
Put on the light blue button-down shirt, leaving the top two buttons undone, and tuck it neatly into the jeans.
- 3
Roll the sleeves of the shirt up to your mid-forearms.
- 4
Apply the latex knife wound appliance to your upper left arm, or create a small rip in the left sleeve of the shirt and apply fake blood around the tear.
- 5
Style your hair into a classic late-70s feathered look.
- 6
Carry the prop kitchen knife in your right hand to complete the final girl aesthetic.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair with a middle part and soft, feathered 1970s shoulder-length waves. Keep makeup minimal and natural, adding a touch of fake blood on your left arm or sleeve to simulate the knife wound.
Laurie Strode for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as Michael Myers in a blue mechanic's jumpsuit and white mask.
- group
- Form a group with Michael Myers, Annie Brackett, and Lynda Van Der Klok.
- kids
- A kid-friendly version uses a blue shirt, jeans, and a soft foam prop knife with no fake blood.
- Plus size
- High-rise flare jeans with stretch denim provide a comfortable and screen-accurate 1970s silhouette.
Tips
- Thrift stores are excellent for finding authentic 1970s-style pointed collar shirts and flare jeans.
- Keep the prop knife safely stowed away when entering public venues or parties with strict security rules.
- Scuff up the knees of the jeans slightly with sandpaper if you want a more distressed, post-escape look.
Laurie Strode costume FAQ
- What kind of shirt does Laurie Strode wear?
- She wears a light blue, long-sleeve button-down shirt with a classic 1970s pointed collar, often styled with the sleeves rolled up.
- How do you make a DIY Laurie Strode costume?
- You can easily assemble this look using a light blue collared shirt, dark flare jeans, a brown belt, and a plastic prop knife from a dollar store.
- What is the wound on Laurie Strode's arm?
- During her escape from Michael Myers, she sustains a slash wound on her upper left arm, which can be recreated with a latex prosthetic and fake blood.
Did you know? Jamie Lee Curtis was given a budget of only $200 to purchase her entire wardrobe for the 1978 film, which she bought herself at JCPenney.