Psycho Costume
Channel the ultimate yuppie horror icon with this sharp, bloody look.
The 'Psycho' costume, inspired by the infamous yuppie killer Patrick Bateman from American Psycho, is a dark comedy horror classic. It is a popular choice for Halloween because it contrasts a sharp, high-end business suit with a messy, blood-splattered raincoat. The look consists of a formal dress shirt, red tie, suspenders, a clear plastic raincoat, and a prop axe.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $30–75
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What you need for a Psycho costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Psycho costume — one box instead of 7 pieces.
Clear plastic raincoat
A fully transparent, hooded plastic raincoat that fits loosely over a suit.
DIY: Use a clear plastic drop cloth cut and taped into a basic poncho shape.
White dress shirt
A crisp, button-down white formal dress shirt with a stiff collar.
Red patterned tie
A classic red silk or polyester necktie, preferably with a subtle geometric or dotted pattern.
Dark dress pants
Tailored charcoal gray or navy blue dress trousers.
Suspenders
Black or dark red clip-on suspenders worn over the dress shirt.
Toy plastic axe
A lightweight plastic prop axe with a silver-painted blade and a wood-grain handle.
DIY: Cut an axe shape out of thick cardboard, paint the blade silver, and paint the handle brown.
Fake blood
Washable theatrical fake blood to splatter on the raincoat.
DIY: Mix corn syrup, red food coloring, and a drop of blue food coloring.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Psycho costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the white dress shirt and dark dress pants, tucking the shirt in neatly.
- 2
Attach the suspenders to the waistband of the pants and pull them over your shoulders.
- 3
Tie the red patterned tie around your collar using a classic Windsor knot.
- 4
Put on the clear plastic raincoat over the dress shirt and suspenders, leaving it unbuttoned.
- 5
Flick fake blood onto the front and sleeves of the clear raincoat using a paintbrush, then let it dry.
- 6
Apply a few small splatters of fake blood to your face, avoiding the eyes.
- 7
Carry the toy plastic axe to complete the look.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair in a neat, slicked-back 1980s businessman style using strong-hold gel. Keep your face clean-shaven, adding a few precise splatters of fake blood on your cheek or forehead.
Psycho for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair with someone dressed as a 1980s aerobics instructor or another business associate holding a business card.
- group
- Have a group dress as Wall Street bankers, with one member wearing the bloody raincoat.
- kids
- Not recommended for young children due to the mature themes of the character.
- Plus size
- Opt for a loose-fitting clear raincoat and adjustable elastic suspenders for a comfortable fit.
Tips
- Apply the fake blood to the raincoat ahead of time and let it dry completely so it doesn't smear on your skin or furniture.
- Keep a few custom business cards in your pocket to hand out as a fun, in-character prop.
- Wear a plain white undershirt beneath the dress shirt to prevent any fake blood from soaking through to your skin.
Psycho costume FAQ
- What kind of raincoat do I need for an American Psycho costume?
- You need a completely clear, transparent plastic raincoat with a hood, which allows your suit and suspenders to remain visible underneath.
- How do I apply the fake blood safely?
- Use washable theatrical blood. Flick it onto the clear raincoat using a paintbrush or toothbrush, and let it dry before putting the coat on.
- What props are essential for this costume?
- A lightweight plastic toy axe and a stack of mock business cards are the key props to complete the look.
Did you know? The iconic business card scene in the film was so detailed that the production team spent days selecting the exact font weights and paper textures for the props.