Plants vs. Zombies Costume
Brains! Defend your lawn or join the horde with these iconic looks.
Plants vs. Zombies is a beloved tower-defense video game franchise where players deploy quirky plants to fight off waves of comical zombies. This guide focuses on the most iconic character from the game: the classic Browncoat Zombie, complete with his signature business suit and traffic cone headpiece. Whether you want to play as a brain-hungry zombie or a plant defender, this look is instantly recognizable and fun for all ages.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $20–60
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What you need for a Plants vs. Zombies costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Plants vs. Zombies costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Brown suit jacket
An oversized, slightly tattered brown or tan blazer.
DIY: Use an old thrift store blazer and rough up the cuffs with sandpaper.
White dress shirt
A classic white button-down shirt, worn slightly disheveled.
DIY: Use any old white button-up and leave the collar unbuttoned.
Red necktie
A plain red tie, tied loosely around the collar.
DIY: Cut a strip of red felt or fabric into a tie shape.
Blue or grey trousers
Slightly rolled-up or tattered blue, grey, or brown pants.
DIY: Take old pants and cut jagged edges at the ankles.
Orange traffic cone hat
A lightweight plastic or foam orange traffic cone to wear on your head.
DIY: Cut the bottom out of a toy plastic cone and attach an elastic chin strap.
Plush Peashooter or Sunflower
A small plush toy of a Peashooter or Sunflower to carry as a prop.
DIY: Print a high-resolution image of a Peashooter, paste it onto cardboard, and cut it out.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Plants vs. Zombies costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the white dress shirt, leaving the top button undone and the collar messy.
- 2
Tie the red necktie loosely so it hangs a few inches below the collar.
- 3
Put on the blue or grey trousers, rolling up one pant leg slightly higher than the other to look disheveled.
- 4
Put on the brown suit jacket, keeping it unbuttoned.
- 5
Place the orange traffic cone on your head, securing it with a chin strap if needed.
- 6
Carry your plush Peashooter or Sunflower prop to complete the game's theme.
Makeup & hair
Apply pale green or grey face paint to simulate a cartoon zombie complexion. Use dark eyeshadow around the eyes to create a sunken look, and style your hair to look messy and unkempt.
Plants vs. Zombies for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- One person dresses as the Browncoat Zombie and the other dresses as a Sunflower or Peashooter.
- group
- Gather a group to play a mix of different zombies (Conehead, Buckethead, Flag Zombie) and various plants.
- kids
- Kids can wear a cozy, full-body plush Peashooter or Sunflower jumpsuit.
- Plus size
- Use an oversized brown blazer and elastic-waist trousers for a comfortable, flexible fit.
- pet
- Dress your pet in a green collar with felt leaves to look like a small plant helper.
Tips
- Practice your best slow, stiff-legged zombie walk and occasionally groan 'Brains!' for photos.
- Keep the traffic cone lightweight so it stays balanced on your head comfortably all night.
- Thrift stores are excellent sources for cheap suits and ties that you don't mind distressing or tearing.
Plants vs. Zombies costume FAQ
- How do I make a Conehead Zombie costume?
- Simply dress in a tattered brown suit and place a clean, lightweight plastic orange traffic cone on your head.
- What are the most popular Plants vs. Zombies costumes?
- The classic Browncoat Zombie (often with a cone or bucket), the green Peashooter, and the bright yellow Sunflower are the most popular choices.
- How can I make a quick DIY Peashooter costume?
- Wear a green hoodie and green pants, then craft a circular green mask out of foam or cardboard with a hollow snout in the center.
Did you know? Plants vs. Zombies was originally going to be called 'Lawn of the Dead', a play on the classic horror film 'Dawn of the Dead', but the name was changed for legal reasons.