How do I make the Driving Crooner window?

Cut a rectangular frame from clear plastic packaging or a thin acrylic sheet, attach a printed cutout of a black fedora to the top-left and a cigar to the bottom-left, and hang it with clear string.

What does Karl Havoc wear?

Karl Havoc wears a heavy, melting old-man prosthetic suit, a pink short-sleeved fishing shirt, an Aztec-printed vest, khaki cargo pants, and sandals.

Is this costume comfortable for a party?

The clothes are very comfortable, but the Karl Havoc latex mask can restrict breathing and vision, so you may want to wear it primarily for photos.

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Tim Robinson Costume

Recreate the most chaotic, hilarious sketches from the hit comedy show.

Tim Robinson's hit sketch show 'I Think You Should Leave' has become a goldmine for viral Halloween costumes. Whether you want to be the existential crisis-ridden Karl Havoc or the infamous Driving Crooner, these looks are instantly recognizable to comedy fans. This guide focuses on the legendary Karl Havoc prosthetic suit and the Driving Crooner driving setup.

Difficulty: Medium
Time: ~45 min
Budget: $30–90

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Karl Havoc Grinch-like Skin Suit
A textured, pale-flesh or greyish-green latex face mask and neck piece that looks heavy and melting.
DIY: Use liquid latex, cotton balls, and face paint on a bald cap to create a peeling, heavy prosthetic look.
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Pink Fishing Shirt
A short-sleeved, button-down light pink utility or fishing shirt with chest pockets.
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Patterned Vest
An Aztec or southwestern-print sleeveless vest worn open over the pink shirt.
DIY: Fabric paint a geometric tribal pattern onto a plain brown or grey vest.
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Cargo Pants
Loose-fitting, baggy khaki or olive green cargo pants with large side pockets.
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Driving Crooner Window Frame
A lightweight, clear plastic or cardboard frame shaped like a car window with a fedora and cigar decal attached.
DIY: Cut a car window shape out of clear acrylic or cardboard, and tape printed decals of a black fedora and a cigar to it.
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How to put it together

1
Put on the baggy khaki cargo pants and secure them with a simple brown belt.
2
Layer the light pink short-sleeved fishing shirt over a plain white undershirt, leaving the top buttons open.
3
Put the patterned Aztec vest on over the pink shirt, keeping it unbuttoned.
4
If going as Karl Havoc, apply the melting old-man latex mask, ensuring it covers your neck, and put on the matching aged hand gloves.
5
If going as the Driving Crooner, wear a simple grey suit instead of the Karl Havoc layers, and hang the DIY car window frame around your neck using clear fishing line.
6
Carry yourself with a look of intense, sweaty panic (for Karl Havoc) or aggressive driving enthusiasm (for the Crooner).

Makeup & hair

For Karl Havoc, use grey and pale green cream makeup to blend the edges of the mask to your skin, adding fake sweat or glycerin. For the Driving Crooner, style your hair in a messy, wind-blown look as if driving with the windows down.

Tim Robinson for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: One person goes as Karl Havoc, and the other goes as the talk show host Carmine Laguzio in a sharp suit.
group: A group of friends can dress as different sketches: Karl Havoc, the Driving Crooner, the hot dog suit guy, and the ghost tour participant.
kids: A mini hot dog suit or a tiny 'Baby of the Year' contestant outfit.
Plus size: The baggy fit of the cargo pants and loose fishing shirt makes the Karl Havoc outfit highly adjustable and comfortable for all body types.
pet: A small dog dressed in a hot dog costume to reference the 'We're all trying to find the guy who did this' sketch.

Tips

The Karl Havoc mask can get extremely hot; make sure to take regular breaks and stay hydrated.
If doing the Driving Crooner, make sure the window frame is lightweight so it doesn't strain your neck during a party.
Practice iconic quotes from the sketches like 'There's too much shit on me' or 'They're trying to make it look fake!' to stay in character.

Tim Robinson costume FAQ

How do I make the Driving Crooner window?: Cut a rectangular frame from clear plastic packaging or a thin acrylic sheet, attach a printed cutout of a black fedora to the top-left and a cigar to the bottom-left, and hang it with clear string.
What does Karl Havoc wear?: Karl Havoc wears a heavy, melting old-man prosthetic suit, a pink short-sleeved fishing shirt, an Aztec-printed vest, khaki cargo pants, and sandals.
Is this costume comfortable for a party?: The clothes are very comfortable, but the Karl Havoc latex mask can restrict breathing and vision, so you may want to wear it primarily for photos.

Did you know? The Karl Havoc sketch was inspired by real-world prank shows where the elaborate prosthetics make the host too uncomfortable to actually perform the pranks.