NBA YoungBoy Costume
Recreate the chart-topping rapper's signature streetwear style and bold accessories.
Kentrell DeSean Gaulden, professionally known as NBA YoungBoy (or YoungBoy Never Broke Again), is one of the most influential and prolific voices in modern hip-hop. Recreating his look is a popular choice for music fans who want a recognizable, high-energy streetwear aesthetic. The costume centers on premium streetwear, layered iced-out chains, and his distinct facial scars.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $40–150
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See yourself as NBA YoungBoy
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What you need for a NBA YoungBoy costume
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Distressed skinny jeans
Light wash or black denim with heavy rips and distressing at the knees.
DIY: Take an old pair of slim-fit jeans and use a box cutter and sandpaper to create custom rips.
Graphic streetwear hoodie or tee
An oversized black or bright designer-style graphic hoodie, or a simple white designer tee.
DIY: Use a plain black hoodie and apply a bold custom iron-on graphic.
Layered iced-out chains
Multiple chunky faux-diamond Cuban link chains and large pendants, including a signature 'Never Broke Again' or coffin pendant.
Puffer vest or jacket
A shiny black or bright red sleeveless puffer vest to layer over the hoodie.
White sneakers
Clean, classic white low-top sneakers, preferably Air Force 1s.
DIY: Thoroughly clean an existing pair of white sneakers to make them look brand new.
Makeup scar wax or rigid collodion
Cosmetic liquid used to create realistic indented scars on the forehead.
DIY: Draw three small, neat vertical lines on the forehead using a brown or pink lip liner pencil.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the distressed skinny jeans and pull them down slightly for a relaxed, sagged look.
- 2
Layer the graphic streetwear hoodie or tee, then put the shiny puffer vest on top.
- 3
Lace up a pair of clean, crisp white sneakers.
- 4
Layer multiple chunky faux-diamond Cuban link chains around your neck so they sit at different lengths.
- 5
Using rigid collodion or a makeup pencil, carefully apply three small vertical scar marks on your forehead near the hairline to mimic his childhood scars.
- 6
Style your hair into short, neat twists or a clean fade.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair into short, neat twists, dreadlocks, or a fresh fade. For makeup, the key detail is replicating his three distinct forehead scars (from a childhood halo brace injury) using rigid collodion or a brown makeup pencil.
NBA YoungBoy for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as a glamorous hip-hop star or video vixen in matching streetwear.
- group
- Go as the Never Broke Again collective, with everyone wearing matching NBA-branded hoodies and chains.
- kids
- A miniature version featuring a tiny graphic tracksuit, faux chains, and clean white sneakers.
- Plus size
- Opt for an oversized, comfortable streetwear tracksuit or matching fleece set with bold chains.
Tips
- Keep your sneakers absolutely spotless; the clean shoe look is essential to the aesthetic.
- If using rigid collodion for the scars, apply it in layers, letting it dry in between to deepen the indented look.
- Carry a prop microphone or strike his signature intense, direct-to-camera stare for photos.
NBA YoungBoy costume FAQ
- What are the scars on NBA YoungBoy's forehead?
- The three scars on his forehead are from a halo brace he had to wear as a toddler after injuring his neck in a wrestling accident.
- How do I make the forehead scars look realistic?
- Use rigid collodion, a special effects makeup liquid that puckers the skin as it dries to create a realistic indented scar texture.
- What kind of clothes does NBA YoungBoy wear?
- He is known for high-end streetwear, including distressed skinny jeans, designer graphic hoodies, puffer vests, and heavy diamond jewelry.
Did you know? NBA YoungBoy's stage name stands for 'Never Broke Again,' a personal mantra that he turned into both his brand and his successful record label.