Party Rock Anthem Costume
Bring back the shuffle with bold neon, animal prints, and oversized glasses.
Step back into 2011 with a costume inspired by LMFAO's chart-topping hit 'Party Rock Anthem.' Perfect for music lovers and dance enthusiasts, this look captures the duo's high-energy, electro-pop aesthetic. The outfit is defined by vibrant neon colors, wild animal prints, oversized glasses, and unmistakable shuffle-ready streetwear.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $30–80
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What you need for a Party Rock Anthem costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Party Rock Anthem costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Leopard Print Pants or Leggings
Bright yellow, gold, or pink slim-fit pants featuring a bold leopard or zebra print pattern.
DIY: Use fabric markers or black acrylic paint to draw animal spots onto a pair of bright yellow leggings.
Graphic Party Rock T-Shirt
A black or bright neon t-shirt featuring the 'Party Rock' logo, or a sleeveless tank top with a bold graphic.
DIY: Use a black t-shirt and cut off the sleeves, then use white and neon fabric paint to write 'Party Rock' across the chest.
Oversized Shutter Shades or Glasses
Large, white-framed glasses, ideally shutter shades or thick-rimmed nerd glasses without lenses.
DIY: Pop the lenses out of a pair of cheap, thick-rimmed plastic sunglasses.
Afro or Shag Wig
A voluminous black afro wig (for Redfoo) or a messy, shoulder-length dark shag wig (for Sky Blu).
Neon High-Top Sneakers
Brightly colored high-top sneakers, preferably in neon pink, green, or yellow with contrasting laces.
DIY: Swap out the laces on a pair of plain white sneakers with bright neon pink or green laces.
Studded Fingerless Gloves
Black faux-leather fingerless gloves adorned with silver metal studs.
DIY: Cut the fingers off a pair of cheap black knit gloves.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Party Rock Anthem costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the bright leopard print pants or neon leggings as the base of your outfit.
- 2
Slip on the graphic Party Rock t-shirt or sleeveless tank top.
- 3
Put on the voluminous black afro wig or messy shag wig, shaking it out to maximize volume.
- 4
Wear the oversized white-framed glasses or shutter shades on your face or pushed up slightly on your head.
- 5
Lace up your neon high-top sneakers, ensuring they are comfortable enough for shuffling.
- 6
Accessorize with the studded fingerless gloves and optional plastic neon chain necklaces.
Makeup & hair
If using your own hair, style it into a wild, teased-out afro or messy bedhead look using heavy-hold hairspray. Keep makeup minimal, or add a swipe of neon face paint or glitter under the eyes for a festival-ready vibe.
Party Rock Anthem for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Go as the complete LMFAO duo: one person dresses as Redfoo (afro, leopard pants, glasses) and the other as Sky Blu (shag wig, red shirt with silver mosaic, tan leggings).
- group
- Have friends dress as the shuffling cardboard-box-headed robot ('Shuffle Bot') and backup dancers in mismatched neon 2010s rave gear.
- kids
- A miniature version featuring neon leggings, a graphic tee, and oversized plastic glasses without lenses for a comfortable, fun party look.
- Plus size
- Opt for stretchy, high-waisted animal print leggings paired with an oversized, comfortable graphic tee.
- pet
- A neon green dog bandana paired with a miniature pair of plastic shutter shades secured gently around their collar.
Tips
- Wear comfortable, flat sneakers because this costume practically demands that you perform the iconic shuffle dance.
- Keep the glasses lens-free so you can easily see and navigate dark party venues.
- Layer a bright neon windbreaker over the t-shirt if you are wearing this costume in cooler autumn weather.
- Strike a dynamic shuffling pose or point to the camera for the perfect in-character photo.
Party Rock Anthem costume FAQ
- What is the style of LMFAO in Party Rock Anthem?
- Their style is a mix of 1980s retro fitness gear, 2010s electronic dance music (EDM) rave culture, and hip-hop streetwear, characterized by neon colors, animal prints, and oversized accessories.
- How do I dress like Redfoo?
- To dress like Redfoo, you need a large black afro wig, thick white-rimmed glasses without lenses, a sleeveless graphic tee, and bright leopard-print pants.
- Can I make a Shuffle Bot costume?
- Yes! You can make a Shuffle Bot head by painting a square cardboard box gold, cutting out eye holes, and adding a grid pattern with black marker or tape.
Did you know? The iconic 'Shuffle Bot' character in the music video was played by dance crew member Andrew Furr, who wore a custom-made cardboard box head equipped with LED lights.