Tarayummy Costume
Channel the ultimate Y2K grunge it-girl with effortless alt style.
Tarayummy (Tara Thompson) is a viral internet personality widely celebrated for her nostalgic, edgy Gen Z aesthetic. Fans love recreating her look for parties and Halloween because it perfectly captures the late-90s and early-2000s alternative fashion scene. Her signature outfit consists of a graphic baby tee, a pleated mini skirt, chunky platform boots, and dramatic smoky eye makeup.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~30 min
- Budget
- $35–95
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What you need for a Tarayummy costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Tarayummy costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Graphic Baby Tee
A tight-fitting, cropped Y2K-style baby tee in black or white, featuring a retro graphic or sassy slogan.
DIY: Take a plain black t-shirt, crop it DIY-style with fabric scissors, and fabric-paint a simple Y2K design on the front.
Pleated Mini Skirt
A low-rise pleated micro-miniskirt in solid black or a dark plaid pattern.
Chunky Platform Boots
Heavy-duty black platform boots or knee-high alternative boots.
DIY: Wear any chunky black combat boots or heavy-soled sneakers you already own.
Fishnet Tights
Classic black fishnet tights or sheer black knee-high socks.
Choker Necklace
A simple black cord or velvet band choker, optionally featuring a silver cross or heart pendant.
DIY: Tie a piece of black ribbon or shoelace tightly around your neck.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Tarayummy costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the cropped graphic baby tee, ensuring a tight, fitted look.
- 2
Slip on the pleated mini skirt, wearing it low on the hips to capture the authentic Y2K silhouette.
- 3
Pull on the black fishnet tights or sheer knee-high socks.
- 4
Lace up your chunkiest black platform boots.
- 5
Accessorize with the black choker necklace and a few silver rings.
- 6
Style your hair with a middle part and apply the signature dark smoky eye makeup.
Makeup & hair
Apply a heavy, smudged black smoky eye using dark eyeshadow and eyeliner on the waterlines, paired with a glossy nude lip. Style your hair long and straight with a middle part, adding two small face-framing baby braids at the front.
Tarayummy for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as Zach Justice in a casual hoodie, jeans, and a backward baseball cap.
- group
- Go as a group of Y2K alt-girls wearing coordinating black, plaid, and platform boots.
- kids
- A kid-friendly version can use a graphic tee, a pleated skater skirt, and black sneakers instead of heavy platforms.
- Plus size
- Opt for a high-waisted pleated skater skirt and a fitted crop top for a comfortable, flattering Y2K silhouette.
Tips
- Platform boots can be heavy; make sure to break them in before wearing them out to a party.
- Thrift stores are excellent spots to find authentic, affordable late-90s baby tees and pleated skirts.
- Keep the smoky eye makeup slightly messy and lived-in rather than perfectly neat for that authentic grunge vibe.
Tarayummy costume FAQ
- What is Tarayummy's style called?
- Her style is widely described as Y2K grunge, alternative, or 'indie sleaze,' blending early 2000s pop-punk elements with modern influencer fashion.
- How do I do the Tarayummy makeup?
- Focus on a heavy black smoky eye using dark eyeshadow and smudged eyeliner, paired with clean skin, natural brows, and a glossy nude lip.
- What are the key pieces for a Tarayummy costume?
- The essential items are a cropped graphic baby tee, a short pleated skirt, fishnets, and chunky black platform boots.
Did you know? Tarayummy's rise to internet fame solidified her as a modern fashion icon, popularizing the resurgence of early-2000s alternative 'it-girl' fashion for a new generation.