The Outsiders Costume
Stay gold with a classic 1960s Greaser look.
Inspired by S.E. Hinton's classic novel and its iconic adaptations, a Greaser costume from The Outsiders is a timeless choice for fans of vintage style. The look captures the gritty, rebellious spirit of the 1960s working-class youth. It consists of cuffed blue jeans, a fitted t-shirt, a denim or leather jacket, and signature slicked-back hair.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~20 min
- Budget
- $30–80
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What you need for a The Outsiders costume
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White or gray t-shirt
A plain, fitted crewneck t-shirt, slightly worn or distressed.
DIY: Use an old white t-shirt and lightly smudge it with dark eyeshadow to mimic grease.
Dark wash blue jeans
Straight-leg denim jeans with a thick cuff rolled up at the ankles.
DIY: Roll up the cuffs of any dark blue jeans you already own.
Denim or black leather jacket
A classic blue denim trucker jacket or a black faux-leather motorcycle jacket.
DIY: Cut the sleeves off an old denim jacket to create a vest like Johnny's.
Black and white sneakers or boots
Classic low-top canvas sneakers or rugged dark work boots.
Hair pomade or gel
High-shine, strong-hold pomade to achieve the wet, slicked-back look.
Pocket comb
A simple black plastic fine-tooth comb to keep in your back pocket.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the fitted white or gray t-shirt, tucking it tightly into your jeans.
- 2
Put on the dark wash blue jeans and roll the bottom cuffs up about two inches.
- 3
Layer on your choice of outerwear: a denim jacket, a denim vest, or a black leather jacket.
- 4
Lace up a pair of classic black-and-white canvas sneakers or dark leather boots.
- 5
Apply a generous amount of high-shine pomade to your hair and comb it straight back or into a classic pompadour.
- 6
Place a black plastic comb in your back pocket so it peeks out slightly.
Makeup & hair
Keep makeup minimal, perhaps adding a faint smudge of dark eyeshadow on the cheek or jaw to look like grease. Hair is the most important part: use plenty of pomade or gel to slick it back or style it into a retro 1960s pompadour.
The Outsiders for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair a Greaser (like Ponyboy or Dallas) with a Soc girl wearing a neat 1960s plaid skirt or cardigan.
- group
- Gather your friends to dress as the Curtis brothers and the rest of the gang: Ponyboy, Johnny, Dallas, Sodapop, and Darry.
- kids
- A mini denim jacket, cuffed jeans, and slicked-back hair make an adorable vintage look for kids.
- Plus size
- This classic denim-and-tee look is highly adjustable; opt for comfortable stretch denim and a relaxed-fit jacket.
Tips
- For a Johnny Cade look, carry a denim jacket with the sleeves cut off and add a fake small cut on your cheek.
- Keep a comb in your back pocket to fix your hair throughout the night, staying in character.
- Thrift stores are excellent places to find broken-in denim and vintage-style jackets on a budget.
The Outsiders costume FAQ
- What clothes do the Greasers wear in The Outsiders?
- Greasers typically wear plain white or gray t-shirts, cuffed blue jeans, leather or denim jackets, and canvas sneakers or boots, finished with slicked-back hair.
- How do I style my hair like Ponyboy or Johnny?
- Apply a generous amount of strong-hold, high-shine pomade to damp hair, then use a fine-tooth comb to slick the sides back and style the top into a slight pompadour.
- Can I make a DIY Outsiders costume?
- Yes, this is one of the easiest DIY costumes. You only need basic wardrobe staples like a t-shirt, jeans, a denim jacket, and hair gel.
Did you know? The iconic phrase 'Stay gold, Ponyboy' is a reference to Robert Frost's poem 'Nothing Gold Can Stay,' which Ponyboy recites to Johnny in the novel.