McLovin Costume
Chock-full of dorky charm and Hawaii's most famous fake ID.
Dress up as Fogell, better known as McLovin, the breakout character from the 2007 comedy classic Superbad. This costume is a massive hit for its nostalgic humor, instantly recognizable props, and effortless comfort. The look relies on a dorky, slightly ill-fitting layered outfit topped off with his signature wire-rimmed glasses and fake ID.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $25–60
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What you need for a McLovin costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete McLovin costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Striped button-down shirt
A short-sleeve, vertical-striped button-up shirt in muted tones like blue, brown, or beige.
DIY: Use any slightly oversized, dorky short-sleeve button-up shirt from a thrift store.
Brown vest
A simple, lightweight brown suit vest or zip-up vest worn open over the shirt.
DIY: Cut the sleeves off an old brown sweater or t-shirt to make a quick vest.
Dark chino pants
Plain black or dark brown relaxed-fit chino pants or slacks.
DIY: Any pair of dark-colored jeans or slacks you already own.
Retro eyeglasses
Thin, silver wire-rimmed or clear-framed rectangular eyeglasses.
DIY: Pop the lenses out of cheap dollar-store reading glasses.
McLovin Hawaii ID card
A replica of the iconic blue Hawaii driver's license featuring the name 'McLovin'.
DIY: Print a high-resolution image of the McLovin ID from the internet and glue it to a piece of cardboard or an old gift card.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made McLovin costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the dark chino pants and secure them with a simple black belt.
- 2
Button up the striped short-sleeve shirt, leaving the top button undone.
- 3
Layer the brown vest over the striped shirt, keeping the vest unbuttoned.
- 4
Put on the retro wire-rimmed glasses.
- 5
Slip the replica McLovin Hawaii ID into your front shirt pocket or hold it up proudly for photos.
Makeup & hair
Keep your hair styled in a simple, slightly messy short haircut. No makeup is required, but a slightly awkward, confident smirk is essential.
McLovin for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as Seth or Evan in their classic 2000s party outfits.
- group
- Form the ultimate Superbad trio with Seth and Evan, or add Officers Slater and Michaels in police uniforms.
- kids
- An adorable, funny option for kids using scaled-down chinos, a striped shirt, and oversized plastic glasses.
- Plus size
- This relaxed-fit outfit is highly adjustable; choose a comfortable, loose-fitting striped shirt and an open vest.
- pet
- Put a tiny blue striped shirt and a miniature printed paper ID on your dog's collar.
Tips
- Keep the fit slightly loose and untailored to capture Fogell's awkward high school aesthetic.
- Carry the fake ID in a visible spot, like a clear lanyard or sticking out of your vest pocket, so people instantly get the joke.
- Practice your best delivery of the line, 'I am McLovin!' for maximum comedic effect.
McLovin costume FAQ
- What does McLovin wear?
- He wears a short-sleeve striped button-down shirt, a brown vest, dark pants, wire-rimmed glasses, and carries his fake Hawaii driver's license.
- Where can I get the McLovin ID?
- You can buy cheap replica plastic cards online, or print a template at home and laminate it.
- Is this a good last-minute costume?
- Yes, it is incredibly easy to put together using basic thrift store clothes and a printed paper ID prop.
Did you know? The birthdate on the iconic McLovin ID is June 3, 1981, which would have made the character 25 years old in the movie's setting of 2007.