Spike Spiegel Costume
See you, Space Cowboy, in this iconic anime bounty hunter look.
Spike Spiegel from Cowboy Bebop is a legendary anime protagonist known for his effortless cool, martial arts skills, and tragic past. Cosplayers love this outfit because it combines classic tailoring with a relaxed, sci-fi aesthetic. The look centers around a signature navy blue suit, a loose yellow tie, and messy dark green hair.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $50–130
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What you need for a Spike Spiegel costume
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Navy blue suit jacket
A slim-fit, single- or double-breasted navy blue blazer with classic lapels.
DIY: Thrift a vintage navy suit jacket and tailor the sleeves for a slimmer fit.
Navy blue trousers
Matching slim-fit navy blue dress pants.
DIY: Use any matching navy blue slacks you already own.
Light blue button-up shirt
A pale blue or light grey dress shirt, worn with the top buttons open.
Yellow necktie
A solid mustard yellow or bright yellow tie, worn loosely.
DIY: Cut and hem a strip of yellow fabric into a simple tie shape.
Dark green fluffy wig
A voluminous, messy wig in a dark forest green or black-green shade.
DIY: Style your own hair with heavy-hold gel and temporary dark green hair spray.
Fake cigarette
A realistic prop cigarette to complete his nonchalant look.
DIY: Roll a small piece of white paper, color one end orange-brown, and use it as a safe prop.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the light blue dress shirt, leaving the top two buttons undone for a relaxed look.
- 2
Tie the yellow necktie loosely around your neck, keeping the knot sitting a few inches below the open collar.
- 3
Put on the matching navy blue trousers and secure them with a simple black belt if needed.
- 4
Put on the navy blue suit jacket, leaving it unbuttoned to match Spike's casual demeanor.
- 5
Style the dark green wig using hairspray or wax to create messy, wind-blown spikes.
- 6
Put on a pair of simple black dress shoes or boots.
- 7
Place the prop cigarette in your mouth and strike a relaxed, slouchy pose.
Makeup & hair
Style a fluffy, voluminous wig in a dark forest green shade, using pomade or hairspray to create messy, wind-blown spikes. Keep makeup minimal, perhaps adding a touch of tired under-eye shading to capture Spike's weary bounty hunter vibe.
Spike Spiegel for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Faye Valentine in her yellow crop top and red jacket, or Julia in her black leather outfit.
- group
- Assemble the Bebop crew with Jet Black, Faye Valentine, Radical Edward, and an Ein plush.
- kids
- A miniature navy suit with a yellow tie and a green clip-on hair streak makes an adorable mini-Spike.
- Plus size
- Opt for a stretch-blend navy suit for comfort and ease of movement during poses.
- pet
- Dress a corgi as Ein to accompany your Spike costume.
Tips
- Keep the tie loose and the shirt collar unbuttoned to capture Spike's relaxed, devil-may-care attitude.
- Thrift stores are excellent places to find a cheap navy suit and a yellow tie.
- For photos, practice his signature slouchy, hands-in-pockets stance.
Spike Spiegel costume FAQ
- What color is Spike Spiegel's suit?
- Spike's suit is a deep navy blue, which sometimes looks slightly teal or dark blue depending on the anime's lighting.
- How do I style Spike Spiegel's hair?
- Use a dark green fluffy wig and style it with texturizing spray or wax to get that messy, voluminous 'bedhead' look.
- What props does Spike Spiegel use?
- His most common props are a fake cigarette and a replica silver Jericho 941 pistol.
Did you know? Spike's design was partially inspired by Japanese actor Yusaku Matsuda, particularly his character in the 1970s television series Detective Story.