Panic! At The Disco Costume
Write sins, not tragedies, in this iconic emo-pop ringmaster look.
Recreate the peak 2006 emo era with a costume inspired by Brendon Urie's iconic ringmaster look from the 'I Write Sins Not Tragedies' music video. Perfect for music lovers and nostalgic millennials, this theatrical outfit is instantly recognizable. The ensemble pairs a bold red tailcoat with classic formalwear and dramatic stage makeup.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–100
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What you need for a Panic! At The Disco costume
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Red ringmaster tailcoat
A crimson red tailcoat jacket featuring black lapels, gold buttons, and gold braided trim on the shoulders.
DIY: Use a red blazer and fabric glue to attach gold trim and black felt lapels.
White dress shirt
A classic white long-sleeve button-up dress shirt with a stiff collar.
Black formal vest
A sleeveless black button-down waistcoat or vest to wear over the shirt.
Black bow tie
A simple black pre-tied or self-tie bow tie.
DIY: Tie a strip of black satin ribbon into a bow around your collar.
Black top hat
A structured black felt or satin top hat.
Black slim-fit trousers
Classic black dress pants or slim-fit black jeans.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the white button-up dress shirt and button it completely to the collar.
- 2
Layer the black formal vest over the shirt and button it up.
- 3
Secure the black bow tie around the shirt collar, tucking the collar wings down.
- 4
Put on the black slim-fit trousers and secure them with a black belt.
- 5
Slip into the red ringmaster tailcoat, smoothing out the lapels and gold shoulder trim.
- 6
Place the black top hat on your head, tilting it slightly forward or to the side for theatrical flair.
- 7
Finish the look by applying dramatic, smudged black eyeliner around your eyes.
Makeup & hair
Apply heavy black pencil eyeliner around both eyes, smudging it slightly with your finger for a sweaty, dramatic stage look. Style your hair in a side-swept, straightened emo fringe popular in the mid-2000s, or tuck it neatly under the top hat.
Panic! At The Disco for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up as Brendon Urie and a bridesmaid or groom from the 'I Write Sins Not Tragedies' music video.
- group
- Gather a group to dress as the circus performers, mime-like guests, and the bride and groom from the wedding scene.
- kids
- A mini red ringmaster jacket and a small top hat make for an adorable, pint-sized emo frontman.
- Plus size
- Look for a stretch-fabric red tailcoat or a velvet blazer for a comfortable, flexible fit.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a red pet tuxedo harness with a tiny black top hat.
Tips
- Use safety pins to secure the lapels of the tailcoat if they do not sit flat against your chest.
- Wear comfortable black dress shoes or boots, as you will likely be walking or dancing to throwbacks.
- Keep a pocket mirror and eyeliner pencil handy to touch up or intentionally smudge your makeup throughout the night.
Panic! At The Disco costume FAQ
- What music video is this Panic! At The Disco costume from?
- This costume is based on lead singer Brendon Urie's iconic red ringmaster outfit from the 2006 music video for 'I Write Sins Not Tragedies'.
- How do I make a DIY Panic! At The Disco costume?
- You can easily assemble this look using a red blazer, a white dress shirt, a black vest, a black bow tie, black pants, and a black top hat, then adding gold trim to the jacket.
- What makeup should I wear for this costume?
- Go for a dramatic, theatrical look with smudged black eyeliner or dark eyeshadow around the eyes to mimic the music video's aesthetic.
Did you know? The music video for 'I Write Sins Not Tragedies' won Video of the Year at the 2006 MTV Video Music Awards, cementing the ringmaster outfit in pop-punk history.