Pinky Costume
Say it loud, say it proud: dress in Pinky's signature pink.
Step into the shoes of the loud-mouthed, pink-loving record store owner from the hit comedy Next Friday. Pinky is a fan-favorite character known for his flashy style, hilarious threats, and unapologetic swagger. This costume centers around his vibrant, eye-catching pink suit, silk shirt, and plenty of gold jewelry.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $50–120
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What you need for a Pinky costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Pinky costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Bright Pink Suit Jacket
A vibrant, hot pink blazer or suit jacket with a structured fit.
DIY: Dye an old light-colored blazer with bright pink fabric dye.
Bright Pink Suit Pants
Matching hot pink dress pants to complete the monochrome suit look.
DIY: Use bright pink scrubs or chinos if formal dress pants are unavailable.
Black Satin Button-Down Shirt
A shiny, silky black button-down shirt, worn unbuttoned at the top.
DIY: Use any shiny black dress shirt and fold the collar over the jacket lapels.
Chunky Gold Chains
Multiple thick, flashy gold chain necklaces to show off his extravagant style.
White Dress Shoes
Polished white patent leather or faux-leather dress shoes or loafers.
DIY: Clean white sneakers can work in a pinch, but loafers are best.
Pink Pocket Square
A pink silk pocket square tucked into the suit jacket breast pocket.
DIY: Fold a small piece of pink satin fabric or a pink bandana.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Pinky costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the black satin button-down shirt, leaving the top two or three buttons undone to show off your chest.
- 2
Put on the matching bright pink suit pants and secure them with a belt.
- 3
Layer several chunky gold chain necklaces around your neck so they sit visibly against your open shirt.
- 4
Slip into the bright pink suit jacket and pull the black shirt collar out over the jacket lapels.
- 5
Place the pink pocket square into the front breast pocket of the blazer.
- 6
Put on your white dress shoes or loafers.
- 7
Style your hair with heavy gel to achieve a slicked-back look, and draw on a thin pencil mustache.
Makeup & hair
Apply a generous amount of high-shine pomade or wet-look hair gel to slick your hair straight back. If you do not have natural facial hair, use a dark brown or black eyeliner pencil to draw a thin, neat pencil mustache.
Pinky for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Craig or Day-Day in his blue security guard uniform.
- group
- Gather a group to dress as Craig, Day-Day, Roach, and Pinky.
- Plus size
- Look for stretch-blend pink blazers and elastic-waist pink trousers for a comfortable, flexible fit.
Tips
- Keep your shirt collar popped over the jacket lapels for that authentic retro 2000s player look.
- Practice his famous lines like 'Chiman, no!' to really bring the character to life.
- Wear a lightweight satin shirt to stay cool under the polyester suit jacket during parties.
Pinky costume FAQ
- What movie is Pinky from?
- Pinky is the hilarious, short-tempered record store owner played by Clifton Powell in the comedy sequels Next Friday and Friday After Next.
- How do I style Pinky's hair?
- Use high-shine pomade or wet-look hair gel to slick your hair straight back, and pair it with a thin, manicured pencil mustache.
- Can I make a DIY version of Pinky's costume?
- Yes! If you cannot find a full pink suit, pair a bright pink button-down shirt with black dress pants, a black blazer, and lots of gold jewelry.
Did you know? Pinky's character was so popular that his iconic 'Pinky's Records' limousine and flashy pink wardrobe became instant staples of early 2000s comedy culture.