How do you make a DIY Salt and Pepper costume?

Use one plain white t-shirt and one plain black t-shirt. Cut the letters 'S' and 'P' out of contrasting felt and glue them to the chests, then make hats by wrapping cardboard cylinders in aluminum foil.

What do you wear under the Salt and Pepper tunics?

Plain black leggings, jeans, or pants work best, along with a neutral long-sleeve shirt if you need extra warmth.

Is the Salt and Pepper costume comfortable to wear?

Yes, it is one of the most comfortable costumes because it consists of loose-fitting tunics or t-shirts worn over normal everyday clothes.

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Salt and Pepper Costume

The ultimate easy, matching couples costume for a perfectly seasoned night.

The Salt and Pepper costume is a classic, lighthearted choice for couples or best friends looking for a coordinated look. Representing the ubiquitous tabletop seasoning duo, this costume typically features matching black and white tunics shaped like shaker bottles, complete with metallic-style lid hats. It is highly recognizable, comfortable to wear, and incredibly easy to put together at the last minute.

Difficulty: Easy
Time: ~30 min
Budget: $15–75

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White Salt Tunic or T-Shirt
A white tunic, oversized t-shirt, or dress featuring a large capital letter 'S' printed or felt-patched on the front.
DIY: Use a plain white oversized t-shirt and draw a large 'S' on the chest with a black fabric marker or cut it out of black felt and fabric glue it on.
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Black Pepper Tunic or T-Shirt
A black tunic, oversized t-shirt, or dress featuring a large capital letter 'P' printed or felt-patched on the front.
DIY: Use a plain black oversized t-shirt and draw a large 'P' on the chest with a white fabric marker or cut it out of white felt.
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Silver Shaker Lid Hats
Two matching metallic silver hats, often shaped like pillbox hats or cones with small black dots drawn on top to mimic shaker holes.
DIY: Wrap a strip of cardboard in aluminum foil to form a cylinder, tape a circular foil cap on top, and draw black dots on the top with a marker.
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Matching Pants or Leggings
Simple black leggings or pants worn underneath the tunics to keep the look clean and cohesive.
DIY: Wear any comfortable black pants or jeans already in your closet.
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How to put it together

1
Decide who will be 'Salt' (wearing white) and who will be 'Pepper' (wearing black).
2
Put on comfortable base layers, such as black leggings or pants and a matching long-sleeve shirt if the weather is cool.
3
Slip on the respective white 'S' and black 'P' tunics or customized oversized t-shirts.
4
Secure the metallic silver shaker lid hats onto your heads using bobby pins or the attached elastic chin straps.
5
Wear neutral, comfortable shoes like black sneakers to keep the focus on the shaker design.

Makeup & hair

Keep hair simple and neat so the shaker lid hats sit flat on the head. No specific makeup is required, though you can play up the theme with silver eyeshadow or glitter if desired.

Salt and Pepper for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: One person dresses as the white salt shaker and the other dresses as the black pepper shaker for the perfect pairing.
group: Add a third person dressed as a red 'Paprika' shaker or a yellow 'Mustard' bottle to expand the spice rack.
kids: Use kid-sized white and black t-shirts with felt letters 'S' and 'P' paired with small foil-covered party hats.
Plus size: Oversized t-shirt dresses or flexible foam tunics offer a comfortable, loose fit for all body types.
pet: Dress a pair of small dogs in matching white and black dog sweaters with felt 'S' and 'P' letters attached to the backs.

Tips

If using foam tunics, steam them gently or hang them up a few days before wearing to remove any packing creases.
Wear comfortable walking shoes, as this is a popular look for mingling at parties or trick-or-treating.
For outdoor events in cold weather, wear matching black long-sleeve thermal shirts underneath the tunics.

Salt and Pepper costume FAQ

How do you make a DIY Salt and Pepper costume?: Use one plain white t-shirt and one plain black t-shirt. Cut the letters 'S' and 'P' out of contrasting felt and glue them to the chests, then make hats by wrapping cardboard cylinders in aluminum foil.
What do you wear under the Salt and Pepper tunics?: Plain black leggings, jeans, or pants work best, along with a neutral long-sleeve shirt if you need extra warmth.
Is the Salt and Pepper costume comfortable to wear?: Yes, it is one of the most comfortable costumes because it consists of loose-fitting tunics or t-shirts worn over normal everyday clothes.

Did you know? Salt and pepper became the standard seasoning pairing in European cuisine during the 17th century when French chefs decided pepper was the only spice that didn't overpower the natural flavor of food.