Orange Is the New Black

Orange Is the New Black Costume

Lock down the perfect Litchfield inmate look this Halloween.

Step into Litchfield Penitentiary with an Orange Is the New Black costume, a popular choice for its comfort, simplicity, and instant recognition. Based on the hit series, this look features standard-issue prison scrubs in either bright orange or khaki tan. Whether you go solo as Piper Chapman or pair up as a duo, it is an easy, highly customizable costume.

Difficulty
Easy
Time
~15 min
Budget
$20–50
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  • Prison scrubs

    An orange or khaki tan V-neck scrub top and matching elastic-waist pants.

    DIY: Use a pair of plain orange medical scrubs and write a mock inmate number on the chest.

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  • White undershirt

    A plain white short-sleeve or long-sleeve crewneck t-shirt to wear underneath the scrub top.

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  • Inmate ID badge

    A clip-on laminated inmate ID card featuring a photo and Litchfield Penitentiary text.

    DIY: Print a mock Litchfield ID on cardstock, write your character's name, and clip it on with a badge holder.

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  • Slip-on shoes

    Simple grey canvas slip-on shoes or plain white sneakers.

    DIY: Use any plain grey or white flat shoes you already own.

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  • Black-rimmed glasses

    Thick, black-rimmed rectangular glasses if you are styling your look after Alex Vause.

    DIY: Pop the lenses out of a cheap pair of black sunglasses.

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How to put it together

  1. 1

    Put on the plain white crewneck t-shirt as your base layer.

  2. 2

    Slip into the matching scrub pants and V-neck scrub top.

  3. 3

    Clip your custom Litchfield inmate ID badge to the left pocket of your scrub top.

  4. 4

    Put on the grey canvas slip-on shoes or white sneakers.

  5. 5

    If dressing as Alex Vause, put on the black-rimmed glasses and apply a temporary arm tattoo.

  6. 6

    If dressing as Piper Chapman, wear a simple silver band on your ring finger and style your hair in loose blonde waves.

Makeup & hair

Keep makeup minimal, natural, and matte to match the prison setting. For Piper, style hair in loose blonde waves or a simple ponytail; for Alex, style hair in sleek, dark black waves with a deep side part and sharp winged eyeliner.

Orange Is the New Black for couples, groups, kids & more

couples
Go as Piper and Alex, with one wearing orange scrubs and the other in tan scrubs with black glasses.
group
Gather a group to represent different Litchfield inmates like Red (chef apron and red hair), Taystee, or Nicky.
kids
A simple orange scrub set scaled down for kids makes a comfortable, funny costume.
Plus size
Scrubs are naturally loose-fitting and highly inclusive, offering a comfortable fit for all body types.
pet
Dress your dog in a small orange pet tee labeled 'Inmate' to join the prison yard crew.

Tips

  • Scrubs run large and loose, so check size charts if you prefer a slightly more fitted look.
  • Draw on Alex's signature salt-shaker arm tattoo with a black liquid eyeliner pen for extra authenticity.
  • Keep a khaki jacket or long-sleeve grey sweatshirt handy if you are wearing this in cold weather.

Orange Is the New Black costume FAQ

What color scrubs do they wear in Orange Is the New Black?
New arrivals wear bright orange scrubs, while the general population inmates wear khaki/tan scrubs.
How do I make a DIY Litchfield ID badge?
Print a Litchfield Penitentiary template on cardstock, paste your photo, write 'Chapman' or 'Vause', and laminate it before clipping it to your shirt.
What shoes do the characters wear?
Inmates typically wear simple grey canvas slip-on shoes, plain white sneakers, or heavy black work boots.

Did you know? The show is based on Piper Kerman's real-life memoir about her time in a minimum-security federal prison.