How do you dress like Kelly Kapowski?

Wear high-waisted light-wash jeans, a Bayside Tigers t-shirt or a floral crop top, white sneakers, and style your hair with lots of volume and hairspray.

What are the key elements of a Zack Morris costume?

You need a blonde feathered wig, a colorful 90s button-down shirt or windbreaker, light-wash jeans, and a giant retro brick cell phone.

Is this a good group costume?

Yes, it is one of the most recognizable 90s group costumes. Each friend can easily pick a distinct character like Screech, Slater, Lisa, or Jessie.

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Saved by the Bell Costume

Bring back Bayside High with the ultimate 90s throwback look.

Saved by the Bell is a beloved 90s sitcom staple, making it a go-to choice for nostalgic group and couples costumes. The look is defined by bright neon colors, high-waisted denim, oversized graphic prints, and voluminous hair. Whether you choose Zack's preppy cool or Kelly's cheerleader style, this guide covers the essential Bayside High aesthetic.

Difficulty: Easy
Time: ~30 min
Budget: $25–60

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Bayside High Tigers T-Shirt
A heather grey or white t-shirt featuring the classic red and blue Bayside High Tigers school logo.
DIY: Use fabric markers or iron-on transfer paper to print the Bayside High logo onto a plain grey tee.
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Acid-Wash or Light-Wash Denim
High-waisted, relaxed-fit light-wash jeans for a Kelly look, or loose-fit denim for Zack and Slater.
DIY: Use an old pair of light-wash jeans and cuff the ankles.
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Bright Neon Windbreaker or Cardigan
An oversized color-blocked windbreaker in hot pink, teal, and purple, or a bright knit cardigan.
DIY: Layer a bright pink or teal sweatshirt over a collared shirt.
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Retro High-Top Sneakers
Classic white high-top sneakers, preferably with neon accents or bright laces.
DIY: Wear any plain white canvas sneakers and swap the laces for neon pink or green ones.
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Inflatable Brick Cell Phone
An oversized, black plastic brick-style mobile phone prop, synonymous with Zack Morris.
DIY: Wrap a rectangular cardboard box in black construction paper and add a straw for the antenna.
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How to put it together

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Put on the Bayside High Tigers graphic t-shirt or a bright, patterned 90s crop top.
2
Slip into the high-waisted, light-wash denim jeans and cuff them slightly at the ankles.
3
Layer on an oversized, color-blocked neon windbreaker or a bright knit cardigan, leaving it open.
4
Lace up a pair of clean white retro high-top sneakers.
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Style your hair with maximum volume, using hairspray or a wig to get that authentic early 90s height.
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Grab your oversized brick cell phone prop to complete the Zack Morris or Bayside High student look.

Makeup & hair

For Kelly, style hair in voluminous, feathered waves with a high side-part or bangs, paired with pink lipstick. For Zack, go for a blonde, feathered, gelled-up look with plenty of height.

Saved by the Bell for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: Pair Zack Morris in a windbreaker and brick phone with Kelly Kapowski in a Bayside cheerleader uniform or high-waisted denim.
group: Gather friends to dress as the full Bayside gang: Zack, Kelly, Slater, Jessie, Lisa, and Screech.
kids: Dress kids in miniature Bayside High t-shirts, cuffed jeans, and colorful suspenders.
Plus size: Opt for a comfortable, oversized color-blocked sweatshirt paired with stretch light-wash denim.
pet: A red dog bandana customized with 'Bayside Tigers' in white lettering.

Tips

Check local thrift stores first; they are goldmines for authentic 90s denim, windbreakers, and sweaters.
If dressing as Zack, keep the brick phone prop handy for photos—it is the ultimate character identifier.
For outdoor events, the windbreaker is a practical layer that keeps you warm while staying in character.
Roll up your sleeves slightly to capture that relaxed, effortless early 90s sitcom vibe.

Saved by the Bell costume FAQ

How do you dress like Kelly Kapowski?: Wear high-waisted light-wash jeans, a Bayside Tigers t-shirt or a floral crop top, white sneakers, and style your hair with lots of volume and hairspray.
What are the key elements of a Zack Morris costume?: You need a blonde feathered wig, a colorful 90s button-down shirt or windbreaker, light-wash jeans, and a giant retro brick cell phone.
Is this a good group costume?: Yes, it is one of the most recognizable 90s group costumes. Each friend can easily pick a distinct character like Screech, Slater, Lisa, or Jessie.

Did you know? The giant 'brick' phone used by Zack Morris was a Motorola DynaTAC, which weighed nearly two pounds and cost thousands of dollars when it was first released.