Ross and Rachel Costume
The ultimate 90s sitcom couples costume, complete with Vegas marker drawings.
Ross and Rachel from Friends are one of television's most iconic couples, making them a go-to choice for couples Halloween costumes. This guide focuses on their hilarious Las Vegas wedding look, featuring casual late-90s outfits and marker drawings on their faces. It is an easy, budget-friendly, and instantly recognizable DIY project.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $20–50
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What you need for a Ross and Rachel costume
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Rachel's Black Top
A fitted black long-sleeve t-shirt or tank top.
DIY: Use any plain black long-sleeve shirt from your closet.
Rachel's Cardigan
An olive green or beige long knit cardigan worn open.
DIY: Substitute with a denim jacket or any oversized 90s cardigan.
Ross's Button-Down
A classic blue or grey long-sleeve button-down shirt.
DIY: Use a standard blue dress shirt or a dark grey sweater.
Ross's Khakis
Standard flat-front khaki trousers with a brown leather belt.
DIY: Any classic beige chinos or dark jeans will work.
Black Eyeliner Pen
A liquid or felt-tip black eyeliner to draw the facial graffiti safely.
DIY: A black makeup crayon or face paint pencil.
Toy Wedding Rings
Cheap plastic or metallic costume rings to represent their quickie marriage.
DIY: Use cheap band rings or twist metallic pipe cleaners into rings.
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How to put it together
- 1
For Rachel, layer the long olive green cardigan over the fitted black long-sleeve t-shirt, paired with dark jeans or a black skirt.
- 2
For Ross, wear the blue button-down shirt tucked into the khaki trousers with a brown leather belt.
- 3
Use the black liquid eyeliner pen to carefully draw a mustache and a full beard outline on Rachel's face, mimicking the permanent marker prank.
- 4
On Ross's face, use the eyeliner to draw a matching mustache or write 'ROSS' across his forehead in block letters.
- 5
Slip on the toy wedding rings to represent their accidental Las Vegas chapel marriage.
- 6
Carry coffee mugs or plastic cups to complete the relaxed, post-Vegas morning vibe.
Makeup & hair
Rachel should have her signature 90s layered hair with neutral makeup, except for the drawn-on eyeliner beard. Ross should have gelled, neatly parted dark hair.
Ross and Rachel for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- This is designed as a couples look, but you can add a Joey in a gladiator outfit to make it a trio.
- group
- Add Monica, Chandler, Phoebe, and Joey in late-90s casual wear for a full Friends group.
- kids
- Dress kids in miniature 90s denim jackets and striped tees with drawn-on mustaches for a funny throwback.
- Plus size
- Both outfits rely on standard, comfortable basics like cardigans and button-downs that offer an easy, relaxed fit.
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- Add Monica, Chandler, Phoebe, and Joey in late-90s casual wear for a full Friends group.
Tips
- Use high-quality liquid eyeliner instead of actual permanent marker so it washes off easily at the end of the night.
- Keep a reference photo of the Vegas episode on your phone to copy the exact facial drawings.
- Thrift stores are excellent sources for authentic 90s-style cardigans, denim, and khakis.
Ross and Rachel costume FAQ
- What episode is this Ross and Rachel costume from?
- This look is inspired by the Season 5 finale, 'The One in Vegas,' where they get married with permanent marker drawn on their faces.
- What should I use to draw on the face?
- Do not use real Sharpie. Use a black felt-tip liquid eyeliner or a makeup marker, which is skin-safe and washes off easily with soap.
- How do you style Rachel's hair for this?
- Style your hair in bouncy, face-framing 90s layers, or use a wig styled in the iconic shoulder-length 'Rachel' cut.
Did you know? The permanent marker plotline was inspired by a real-life prank writer Greg Malins experienced, where he fell asleep and woke up with marker on his face.