Post Malone Costume
Rock the iconic rapper's laid-back style and signature face tattoos.
Dressing up as Post Malone is a popular choice for music fans who want a comfortable, recognizable, and fun costume. The look centers on his extensive collection of facial tattoos, his signature facial hair, and a relaxed, genre-blending streetwear or country-grunge outfit. With a few temporary tattoos and a plastic cup, you can instantly transform into the chart-topping artist.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $20–60
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See yourself as Post Malone
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What you need for a Post Malone costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Post Malone costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Temporary Face Tattoos
A sheet of temporary tattoos featuring his iconic facial ink, including 'Always Tired' under the eyes, the barbed wire along the hairline, and the sword on the cheek.
DIY: Draw them on yourself using a fine-tip black liquid eyeliner.
Oversized Flannel or Western Shirt
A plaid flannel shirt, a vintage graphic tee, or a Western-style button-down to capture his signature casual aesthetic.
DIY: Use an old, oversized plaid shirt from your closet or a thrift store.
Distressed Jeans
Ripped or heavily faded denim jeans in blue or black.
DIY: Take an old pair of jeans and use sandpaper or scissors to fray the knees and pockets.
Fake Mustache and Goatee
A thin, patchy dark brown mustache and a scruffy chin beard if you cannot grow your own.
DIY: Use a brown or black makeup pencil to stipple on realistic facial hair.
Red Solo Cup
A classic red plastic party cup, his go-to accessory on stage.
Fake Grillz or Gold Teeth
Simple slip-on gold teeth or a metallic grill for a hip-hop touch.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Post Malone costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Thoroughly clean and dry your face so the temporary tattoos or makeup will adhere properly.
- 2
Apply the temporary face tattoos according to the package instructions, placing 'Always Tired' directly under your eyes and the barbed wire along your forehead hairline.
- 3
Put on the distressed jeans and the oversized flannel shirt, leaving the flannel unbuttoned over a basic t-shirt if desired.
- 4
Apply the fake mustache and goatee, or use a makeup pencil to draw on a thin, slightly patchy beard.
- 5
Pop in the temporary gold grillz over your front teeth.
- 6
Carry a red solo cup as your main prop to complete the laid-back, party-ready musician persona.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair in messy, shoulder-length curls, a casual man bun, or wear a trucker hat. Keep your face looking natural, focusing entirely on the placement of the iconic face tattoos and scruffy facial hair.
Post Malone for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- One person goes as Post Malone and the other goes as a giant Bud Light can or a retro cowboy/cowgirl.
- group
- Go as a squad of different Post Malone eras, such as 'White Iverson' braids, suit-and-tie 'Circles' era, and his recent country music look.
- kids
- A cute, scaled-down version with a tiny flannel, drawn-on tattoos, and a juice box in a red cup.
- Plus size
- The oversized flannel and relaxed-fit jeans offer an incredibly comfortable and flattering fit for all body types.
- pet
- A small dog wearing a tiny flannel shirt and a soft plush microphone toy.
Tips
- Apply a layer of translucent setting powder over the temporary tattoos to remove the shiny plastic look and make them look like real ink.
- Keep a few makeup remover wipes in your pocket to easily take off the face tattoos at the end of the night.
- This is an incredibly comfortable costume for cold weather; just layer a hoodie underneath your flannel.
Post Malone costume FAQ
- What are Post Malone's most famous face tattoos?
- His most recognizable face tattoos include 'Always Tired' under his eyes, a sword on his right cheek, barbed wire across his forehead, and a wave on his jawline.
- How do I make the face tattoos look real?
- After applying temporary tattoos, dab them with a damp cloth, let them dry, and dust them lightly with translucent face powder or baby powder to remove the shine.
- What kind of clothes does Post Malone wear?
- His style blends grunge, hip-hop, and country. He frequently wears oversized flannels, vintage band tees, distressed denim, trucker hats, and Western boots.
Did you know? Post Malone once famously dressed up as himself for Halloween, walking around in public to see if anyone would notice—and many people just thought he was a regular guy in a great costume.