Negan Costume
Rule the apocalypse with a leather jacket, red scarf, and Lucille.
Recreate the menacing look of Negan Smith, the iconic leader of the Saviors from AMC's The Walking Dead. Popular for his dark charisma and brutal style, this costume is instantly recognizable by his signature leather jacket and barbed-wire bat. The ensemble is easy to assemble using everyday wardrobe staples paired with a few key props.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $45–120
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What you need for a Negan costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Negan costume — one box instead of 7 pieces.
Black leather motorcycle jacket
A classic black faux-leather or real leather asymmetrical zip motorcycle jacket with silver hardware.
DIY: Use any dark, heavy-duty black jacket or zip-up coat you already own.
Red neck scarf
A bright red cotton or silk bandana or lightweight scarf worn tied loosely around the neck.
DIY: Cut a strip of red fabric from an old t-shirt.
Lucille barbed wire bat
A toy wooden-look baseball bat wrapped in realistic plastic or foam barbed wire.
DIY: Wrap a plastic toy baseball bat with silver-painted yarn or plastic craft wire.
Grey crewneck t-shirt
A simple, slightly worn-in heather grey crewneck t-shirt worn under the jacket.
Dark wash jeans
Straight-leg dark blue or black denim jeans, ideally with a slightly weathered or dusty look.
Black leather glove
A single black leather or faux-leather glove worn on the right hand.
Black combat boots
Sturdy black leather combat boots or work boots.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Negan costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the heather grey crewneck t-shirt and dark wash jeans.
- 2
Tuck the jeans into the black combat boots for a rugged, post-apocalyptic look.
- 3
Fold the red bandana into a strip and tie it loosely around your neck, tucking the ends slightly into the collar.
- 4
Put on the black leather motorcycle jacket, leaving it unzipped to show the t-shirt and red scarf.
- 5
Slip the single black leather glove onto your right hand.
- 6
Carry your Lucille bat prop in your gloved hand, resting it casually over your shoulder.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair slicked back with pomade or gel, and sport a short, salt-and-pepper beard or heavy stubble. Use a little brown makeup or face paint to add subtle dirt smudges to your face.
Negan for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as Rick Grimes, Maggie Rhee, or a generic zombie walker.
- group
- Form the Saviors with others dressed in leather jackets, tactical gear, and carrying prop weapons.
- kids
- A kid-friendly version swaps the realistic bat for a soft foam toy and skips any simulated blood.
- Plus size
- A standard black motorcycle jacket and straight-leg jeans offer a comfortable, true-to-character fit for all body types.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a mini red bandana to match your post-apocalyptic aesthetic.
Tips
- Keep the bat prop safe: Ensure your Lucille prop is made of foam or plastic, especially when attending public events or conventions.
- Weather proofing: The leather jacket makes this an excellent choice for chilly Halloween nights.
- Pose for photos: Lean back slightly, smile confidently, and rest the bat over your shoulder for the classic Negan stance.
- Thrift your look: Check local thrift stores for affordable leather jackets and jeans to keep costs low.
Negan costume FAQ
- What does Negan wear on his hand?
- Negan wears a single black leather glove on his right hand, which he uses to hold his baseball bat, Lucille.
- How do you make a DIY Lucille bat?
- You can make a safe DIY Lucille by taking a plastic toy baseball bat, painting it with wood-grain textures, and wrapping it in silver-painted plastic craft wire or foam barbed wire.
- What kind of jacket does Negan wear?
- Negan wears a classic black leather motorcycle jacket with asymmetrical zippers and silver snaps.
Did you know? Negan's beloved bat, Lucille, was named after his late wife, a detail that explains his deep, twisted emotional attachment to the weapon.