The Creeper Costume
Channel the ancient, flesh-eating monster from the classic horror film.
The Creeper from Jeepers Creepers is a terrifying choice for horror fans looking to make an impact. This iconic monster's look is defined by a tattered duster coat, a wide-brimmed hat, and a grotesque, winged demonic face. Recreating this outfit combines rugged, worn-out western wear with classic creature makeup or a high-quality mask.
- Difficulty
- Advanced
- Time
- ~90 min
- Budget
- $80–250
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What you need for a The Creeper costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete The Creeper costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Tattered brown duster coat
A long, ankle-length canvas or faux-leather duster coat in dark brown, heavily distressed and frayed at the hem.
DIY: Use an old trench coat, cut the hem into jagged strips, and rub it with sandpaper and dark acrylic paint for a dirty look.
Wide-brimmed black fedora hat
A distressed black or dark grey fedora with a wide, floppy brim to shadow the face.
DIY: Take a cheap felt fedora, scuff it up, and bend the brim out of shape.
The Creeper mask or makeup
A latex mask featuring the character's pale, wrinkled skin, sharp teeth, and signature head-flaps/wings.
DIY: Apply green and grey cream makeup, use liquid latex to create textured wrinkles, and add pointed fake teeth.
Red sleeveless undershirt
A simple, worn-out red tank top or sleeveless shirt worn under the open duster.
DIY: Cut the sleeves off an old red t-shirt and stain it with dark paint to look dirty.
Dark cargo pants
Loose-fitting, rugged dark brown or black cargo pants.
DIY: Use any old pair of dark work pants and scuff the knees with dirt or sandpaper.
Combat boots
Heavy-duty, scuffed black or dark brown combat boots.
DIY: Use old work boots and dust them with flour or light-colored chalk to simulate road dust.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made The Creeper costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the red sleeveless undershirt and dark cargo pants.
- 2
Tuck the pants into the heavy combat boots, leaving them slightly loose and rugged.
- 3
Put on the latex Creeper mask, ensuring it sits comfortably and aligns with your eyes.
- 4
Layer the long, tattered brown duster coat over the undershirt, leaving it completely unbuttoned.
- 5
Place the wide-brimmed black fedora on your head, tilting it slightly forward to cast a shadow over the mask.
- 6
Add optional props like a prop battle axe or fake bone trophies to complete the look.
Makeup & hair
If you are not using a full mask, apply pale grey and olive green face paint, use liquid latex to build up a textured brow and cheekbones, and wear a sparse, messy white-grey wig slicked back.
The Creeper for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as Trish or Darry Jenner in casual early-2000s spring break attire.
- group
- Have friends dress as victims or a state trooper to recreate the highway chase scenes.
- Plus size
- The loose, open duster coat and relaxed-fit cargo pants provide a comfortable and highly adjustable fit for all body types.
Tips
- The mask can get very hot; make sure to take regular breaks in well-ventilated areas.
- Use acrylic paint or fabric dye to add 'grease' and 'blood' stains to the duster coat for extra realism.
- Practice your silent, menacing head tilts in the mirror to match the character's eerie screen presence.
The Creeper costume FAQ
- What does The Creeper wear in Jeepers Creepers?
- The Creeper wears a long, tattered brown duster coat, a wide-brimmed black hat, a red undershirt, dark cargo pants, and heavy boots to disguise his monstrous form.
- How do I make a DIY Creeper costume?
- You can shred the hem of an old brown trench coat, scuff up a black fedora, and use a licensed latex mask or detailed special effects makeup to recreate his demonic face.
- Is a mask necessary for this costume?
- While a licensed latex mask is the easiest way to get his distinct look, skilled makeup artists can achieve the textured, pale-green demonic skin using liquid latex and cream paints.
Did you know? The Creeper's iconic duster coat and hat were designed to help him blend in as a mysterious, trench-coat-wearing drifter from a distance before revealing his monstrous nature.