Lil Peep Costume
Channel the emo rap icon with pink hair and signature face tattoos.
Gustav Elijah Åhr, known professionally as Lil Peep, was a pioneering figure in the emo rap genre and alternative youth culture. Recreating his look is a popular choice for music fans who want to pay tribute to his genre-blending style. His signature aesthetic combines punk-rock fashion, streetwear, vibrant hair, and highly recognizable facial tattoos.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $30–80
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What you need for a Lil Peep costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Lil Peep costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Temporary Face Tattoos
A set of temporary tattoos featuring his signature designs, including 'Crybaby' over the eyebrow, a star, and a horseshoe.
DIY: Draw them on carefully using a fine-tip black liquid eyeliner.
Pink and Black Split Wig
A short, messy wig dyed half bright pink and half black, or fully bright pink with dark roots.
DIY: Use temporary pink hair color spray on short, messy hair.
Red Sports Jersey or Graphic Tee
An oversized red hockey or basketball jersey, or a vintage-style goth graphic t-shirt.
DIY: Use any oversized black band t-shirt or a distressed hoodie from your closet.
Distressed Skinny Jeans
Black or light-wash denim jeans with heavy rips and tears at the knees.
DIY: Take an old pair of black jeans and use a utility knife and sandpaper to fray the knees.
Layered Silver Chains
Multiple chunky silver chain necklaces, including a padlock or razor blade pendant.
DIY: Layer any silver chains or safety pin jewelry you already own.
Beaded Bracelets
A stack of colorful beaded stretch bracelets or black studded wristbands.
DIY: String together simple plastic pony beads on elastic cord.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Lil Peep costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Style the pink and black wig to look messy, textured, and slightly parted down the middle.
- 2
Apply the temporary face tattoos to clean, dry skin, placing the 'Crybaby' text above the right eyebrow.
- 3
Put on the oversized red sports jersey or distressed graphic t-shirt.
- 4
Put on the ripped black skinny jeans, securing them with a simple black belt.
- 5
Layer the chunky silver chain necklaces around your neck and stack the beaded bracelets on your wrists.
- 6
Finish the look with a pair of classic flat-soled sneakers or combat boots.
Makeup & hair
Keep makeup minimal but use a dark brow pencil to define your eyebrows around the face tattoos. The hair is the focal point: it must be a messy, textured cut with a distinct pink color, ideally split with black or showing dark roots.
Lil Peep for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as a goth/emo counterpart, or in a classic 2000s internet-aesthetic outfit.
- group
- Go as a collective of SoundCloud-era emo rappers with dyed hair, face tattoos, and oversized streetwear.
- Plus size
- Choose an extra-oversized jersey or a loose-fitting black distressed hoodie for a comfortable, authentic fit.
Tips
- Practice placing the temporary tattoos in a mirror beforehand so you get the placement and orientation correct.
- Keep a black eyeliner pen in your pocket for quick touch-ups on the face tattoos throughout the night.
- Wear comfortable sneakers, as this streetwear-heavy look is highly practical for walking around.
- Take photos in low-light settings with a camera flash to capture that classic late-2010s internet aesthetic.
Lil Peep costume FAQ
- What face tattoos do I need for a Lil Peep costume?
- The most essential ones are 'Crybaby' above the right eyebrow, a small star under the left eye, a horseshoe between the eyes, and 'Get Cake Die Young' along the hairline.
- How do I style my hair like Lil Peep?
- He was famous for his half-pink, half-black split dye. You can achieve this using a pre-styled synthetic wig or by using temporary colored hair wax or spray on short, messy hair.
- What kind of clothes did Lil Peep wear?
- His style was a mix of emo, punk, and streetwear. Key items include oversized sports jerseys, ripped skinny jeans, band tees, leather jackets, and lots of layered silver jewelry.
Did you know? Lil Peep's unique fashion sense led him to walk the runways at Paris and Milan Fashion Weeks for various designers shortly before his passing.