Paul Blart Costume
Keep the mall safe in this hilarious, easy-to-assemble security guard look.
Paul Blart is the lovable, overly dedicated security officer from the hit comedy film Paul Blart: Mall Cop. People choose this costume for its instant recognizability, comfort, and comedic appeal. The look consists of a classic white security polo with custom patches, black pants, a black tie, and his signature mustache.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $25–60
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What you need for a Paul Blart costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Paul Blart costume — one box instead of 7 pieces.
White Security Polo Shirt
A short-sleeved white polo shirt, preferably with epaulets and dual chest pockets.
DIY: Use a plain white polo shirt and draw or print security patches to pin onto the sleeves.
Security Guard Patches
Embroidered blue and gold shield patches that read 'Security' or 'West Orange Pavilion Mall'.
DIY: Print the mall security logo on sticker paper and adhere it directly to the shirt sleeves.
Black Clip-On Tie
A standard matte black necktie, ideally a clip-on for safety and convenience.
DIY: Cut a black tie shape out of black felt and safety pin it under the collar.
Black Tactical Pants
Loose-fitting black cargo pants or utility trousers with belt loops.
DIY: Any dark black trousers or chinos from your closet will work.
Silver Security Badge
A silver star or shield-shaped toy badge to clip onto the chest pocket.
DIY: Cut a shield shape out of cardboard and cover it with aluminum foil.
Fake Mustache
A thick, brown chevron-style adhesive mustache.
DIY: Draw a thick brown mustache on your upper lip using a brown eyebrow pencil.
Black Duty Belt
A thick black webbed belt with a plastic buckle, complete with a toy walkie-talkie holster.
DIY: Use a standard thick black leather belt and clip a real or toy walkie-talkie to it.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Paul Blart costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black tactical pants and secure them with the black utility belt.
- 2
Iron or stick the security patches onto both sleeves of the white polo shirt, about two inches below the shoulder seam.
- 3
Put on the white polo shirt and button it to the top.
- 4
Clip the black necktie onto the top button of the polo shirt, tucking the tail of the tie slightly if needed.
- 5
Pin the silver security badge to the left chest pocket of the shirt.
- 6
Apply the adhesive brown mustache to your upper lip, ensuring the skin is clean and dry first.
- 7
Clip a toy walkie-talkie or keys to your belt to complete the mall cop aesthetic.
Makeup & hair
Keep your hair neatly parted to the side and slightly slicked down. The key facial feature is the thick, prominent brown mustache centered on the upper lip.
Paul Blart for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as Amy Anderson in her mall kiosk attire, or a shadow-dwelling mall heist villain.
- group
- Gather a squad of mall cops on Segways, or pair with other retail workers like a sweet-shop employee.
- kids
- A miniature security uniform with oversized aviator sunglasses and a drawn-on mustache.
- Plus size
- This loose-fitting uniform is highly comfortable and naturally accommodates all body types.
- pet
- A small white dog vest decorated with blue 'Security' lettering on the sides.
Tips
- Carry a toy walkie-talkie and occasionally static-talk into it for comedic effect.
- Wear comfortable black sneakers or boots, as Paul spends all day on his feet (or Segway).
- Keep a serious, hyper-vigilant expression in photos to capture Paul's intense dedication to mall safety.
- If you have access to a two-wheeled self-balancing scooter, it makes the ultimate prop for this costume.
Paul Blart costume FAQ
- What kind of shirt does Paul Blart wear?
- He wears a short-sleeved white security guard polo shirt featuring blue and gold security patches on the sleeves, a silver badge on the chest, and a black tie.
- How do I make a DIY Paul Blart badge?
- You can cut a shield shape out of sturdy cardboard, wrap it smoothly in aluminum foil, and write 'West Orange Pavilion Mall Security' on it with a black marker.
- Is a Segway required for the costume?
- While a Segway or personal transporter is his signature ride, the costume is instantly recognizable without one if you have the mustache, badge, and uniform.
Did you know? To prepare for the physical comedy in the movie, actor Kevin James actually trained on a Segway to perform his own stunts and maneuvers around the mall.