Leslie Chow Costume
Bring the chaotic energy of The Hangover's wildest breakout character.
Leslie Chow is the unpredictable, high-energy antagonist turned ally from The Hangover trilogy. He is a favorite choice for movie fans who want a funny, high-energy costume that is instantly recognizable. His look is defined by casual, flashy streetwear, oversized sunglasses, and a chaotic attitude.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $30–80
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What you need for a Leslie Chow costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Leslie Chow costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Grey track jacket
A zip-up athletic track jacket in heather grey or light silver, ideally with white stripes down the sleeves.
DIY: Use a plain grey zip-up hoodie or sweatshirt with the hood tucked in.
White crewneck t-shirt
A basic, plain white cotton t-shirt worn underneath the open jacket.
DIY: Any clean white undershirt or tee from your closet.
Dark jeans
Relaxed-fit dark blue or black denim jeans.
DIY: Any dark-colored casual pants or jeans you already own.
Aviator sunglasses
Gold-framed aviator sunglasses with brown or amber tinted lenses.
DIY: Any pair of classic wire-frame aviator sunglasses.
Fake stack of cash
A prop stack of hundred-dollar bills secured with a rubber band.
DIY: Wrap a green piece of paper around a stack of cut-to-size scrap paper.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Leslie Chow costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the plain white crewneck t-shirt as your base layer.
- 2
Put on the dark wash jeans and secure them with a simple black belt.
- 3
Put on the grey track jacket, leaving it unzipped halfway to show the white t-shirt underneath.
- 4
Slide on the gold-framed aviator sunglasses with the amber lenses.
- 5
Carry the prop stack of cash in your hand or let it peek out of your track jacket pocket.
- 6
Adopt a wild, wide-eyed expression to fully channel Leslie Chow's chaotic personality.
Makeup & hair
Keep your hair messy and slightly disheveled. No makeup is required, but a clean-shaven face or very light stubble fits the character's look best.
Leslie Chow for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Alan Garner wearing his classic 'Human Tree' t-shirt and aviators.
- group
- Form the ultimate Hangover group with Phil, Stu, Alan, and Mr. Chow.
- Plus size
- Choose a loose-fitting, comfortable track jacket and relaxed-fit jeans for an easy, adjustable fit.
Tips
- Keep the track jacket unzipped to mid-chest to match his relaxed, chaotic style.
- Carry prop money as a simple, lightweight accessory that instantly explains the character.
- Practice a few of Chow's iconic, high-pitched laugh lines to bring the character to life.
Leslie Chow costume FAQ
- What jacket does Mr. Chow wear in The Hangover?
- He wears a classic grey zip-up athletic track jacket with white stripes down the sleeves, worn open over a white t-shirt.
- What sunglasses does Leslie Chow wear?
- He wears gold-rimmed aviator sunglasses with brown or amber-tinted lenses.
- Is the Leslie Chow costume easy to DIY?
- Yes, it is incredibly easy. You only need a grey track jacket, a white t-shirt, dark jeans, and aviator sunglasses, most of which are everyday clothing items.
Did you know? Ken Jeong's portrayal of Leslie Chow was so popular in the first film that his role was significantly expanded for the sequels, turning him into a main character.