Powerline Costume
Stand out in the crowd with this electrifying 90s pop star look.
Powerline is the ultimate 90s pop icon from Disney's animated classic *A Goofy Movie*. Fans choose this costume to channel their inner rock star and tap into pure childhood nostalgia. The look consists of a vibrant yellow jumpsuit, a high black collar, and Powerline's signature tall, spiky black hair.
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Time
- ~45 min
- Budget
- $40–90
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What you need for a Powerline costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Powerline costume — one box instead of 7 pieces.
Yellow jumpsuit
A bright yellow, long-sleeved spandex or polyester jumpsuit with a high collar.
DIY: Dye a white long-sleeved shirt and matching sweatpants bright yellow.
Black collar and cuffs
Thick black fabric or foam cuffs worn around the neck and wrists.
DIY: Cut bands of black felt or craft foam and secure them with Velcro.
Atomic chest logo
An orange and black atomic symbol inside a yellow circle, placed on the center of the chest.
DIY: Cut the atomic design out of orange and black felt sheets and fabric-glue it to the jumpsuit.
Black belt
A wide black belt with a simple silver or gold buckle.
DIY: Use a strip of black vinyl or felt with a cardboard buckle painted gold.
White cartoon gloves
Oversized white four-finger cartoon gloves.
DIY: Wear white winter gloves stuffed slightly at the cuffs.
Spiky black wig with dog ears
A tall, gravity-defying black wig styled into a spiky pompadour with long, floppy black dog ears attached to the sides.
DIY: Style a tall black wig with heavy-hold hair gel, and safety-pin long black felt ears to the sides.
Black face paint
Water-based black face paint to create a cartoon dog nose.
DIY: Use a black waterproof eyeliner pencil to color the tip of your nose.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Powerline costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the yellow jumpsuit or matching yellow shirt and pants.
- 2
Attach the black collar around your neck and the black cuffs around your wrists.
- 3
Secure the atomic logo decal to the center of the chest using fabric glue or double-sided tape.
- 4
Fasten the wide black belt snugly around your waist.
- 5
Put on the tall black spiky wig, adjusting the floppy dog ears so they hang evenly on both sides.
- 6
Use black face paint or eyeliner to paint the tip of your nose black like a cartoon dog.
- 7
Slip on the oversized white cartoon gloves and pair the outfit with yellow or black boots.
Makeup & hair
Use black face paint to color the tip of your nose black. For the hair, wear a tall, heavily styled black wig that stands straight up in a spiky pompadour, complete with long, floppy black felt dog ears hanging down the sides.
Powerline for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Max Goof in his signature red hoodie, blue jeans, and white sneakers.
- group
- Form a group with Max, Goofy, PJ, and Bobby (carrying an aerosol cheese can).
- kids
- Use a yellow fleece hooded onesie with a felt atomic logo and soft black felt ears attached to the hood.
- Plus size
- Opt for a relaxed-fit yellow fleece jumpsuit or a two-piece yellow sweat suit for comfort and ease of movement.
- pet
- A yellow dog hoodie featuring a felt atomic logo printed on the back.
Tips
- Practice your 'Perfect Cast' dance moves before heading out to show off your skills.
- If making the wig DIY, use a cardboard cone inside the wig to help the hair stand upright and maintain its shape.
- Wear breathable undergarments, as full-body spandex jumpsuits can trap heat indoors.
Powerline costume FAQ
- Who is Powerline based on?
- Powerline is a fictional pop star heavily inspired by real-life 90s music icons like Michael Jackson, Prince, and Bobby Brown.
- How do I make the atomic logo?
- You can cut the atomic symbol out of orange, black, and yellow felt sheets, layer them, and fabric-glue them directly to the chest of your jumpsuit.
- What shoes should I wear with a Powerline costume?
- Wear bright yellow high-top sneakers, or use yellow boot covers over your regular comfortable walking shoes.
Did you know? Powerline's hit songs in A Goofy Movie, 'Stand Out' and 'I 2 I', were performed by R&B singer Tevin Campbell.