San Francisco 49ers Costume
Represent the Bay Area in classic scarlet and gold football gear.
Dressing up as a San Francisco 49ers player is a popular choice for sports fans during Halloween and game-day tailgates. This look replicates the iconic NFL uniform worn on the field at Levi's Stadium. It consists of a scarlet red jersey, gold pants, a gold helmet, and athletic accessories.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $40–150
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What you need for a San Francisco 49ers costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete San Francisco 49ers costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Scarlet Red 49ers Jersey
An official or replica red jersey featuring white numbers with black shadows, and white stripes on the sleeves.
DIY: Use a plain red t-shirt and apply white iron-on numbers and white tape stripes to the sleeves.
Gold Football Pants
Athletic pants or football pants in a metallic gold or matte gold finish, ideally with red and white side stripes.
DIY: Wear gold athletic leggings or sweatpants and add red fabric tape down the outer seams.
Gold Football Helmet
A gold-colored replica football helmet featuring the classic red and white oval 'SF' logo on the sides.
DIY: Paint a generic toy football helmet metallic gold and apply printed SF decals to both sides.
White Athletic Socks
Knee-high white athletic socks, optionally with red stripes at the top.
Black Eye Strip Stickers
Black adhesive eye strips or black face paint applied under the eyes to reduce glare.
DIY: Use black face paint or a smudge of black eyeliner under each eye.
Football Cleats or Sneakers
White, red, or black athletic sneakers or turf shoes to complete the player look.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made San Francisco 49ers costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the gold football pants or leggings first.
- 2
Pull on the scarlet red 49ers jersey over your head, layering it over a t-shirt if needed for warmth.
- 3
Pull the white knee-high athletic socks up to just below your knees.
- 4
Lace up your athletic sneakers or cleats.
- 5
Apply the black eye strips or smudge black face paint directly onto your cheekbones.
- 6
Place the gold replica helmet on your head and secure the chinstrap if it has one.
Makeup & hair
Keep hair pulled back or tucked neatly under the helmet. Apply two thick black horizontal lines of eye black on the cheekbones just below the eyes.
San Francisco 49ers for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair a 49ers player with a cheerleader in a red and white uniform, or another fan in team gear.
- group
- Gather a group to form an entire offensive line, or have one person dress as the mascot, Sourdough Sam.
- kids
- Use a licensed youth deluxe uniform set which includes a jersey, pants, helmet, and iron-on numbers.
- Plus size
- Opt for an oversized jersey paired with comfortable gold athletic sweatpants or track pants.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a licensed red 49ers dog jersey or a team bandana.
Tips
- If wearing a hard plastic replica helmet, carry it under your arm at parties for comfort and better hearing.
- Choose a jersey number of a famous franchise player like Joe Montana (16), Jerry Rice (80), or Christian McCaffrey (23).
- For cold weather, layer a long-sleeve black or white compression shirt under the jersey.
San Francisco 49ers costume FAQ
- What colors are the San Francisco 49ers uniform?
- The primary colors are scarlet red and metallic gold, accented with white and black details.
- Can I wear this costume to a game?
- Yes, wearing full jerseys, face paint, and replica helmets is highly popular among fans at Levi's Stadium.
- How do I make a cheap DIY 49ers helmet?
- Buy a cheap yellow or gray plastic toy helmet, spray paint it metallic gold, and stick printed paper 'SF' logos on the sides using clear tape.
Did you know? The team's name and colors pay homage to the gold seekers who rushed to Northern California during the 1849 Gold Rush.