Todd and Margo Costume
And why is the carpet wet, Todd? I don't know, Margo!
Todd and Margo Chester are the hilariously snobby, health-obsessed neighbors from the holiday classic National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation. Their most memorable look is their matching, ultra-shiny silver windbreaker tracksuits worn during their power walks. This costume is a favorite for couples who love 80s nostalgia, dry humor, and comfortable, instantly recognizable outfits.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $30–75
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What you need for a Todd and Margo costume
Short on time? Buy it ready-made
Spirit Halloween sells the complete Todd and Margo costume — one box instead of 5 pieces.
Shiny silver tracksuit
A matching metallic silver windbreaker jacket and track pants set with elastic cuffs.
DIY: Use a silver metallic space blanket or foil-like fabric to cover an old gray tracksuit.
Black athletic gloves
Simple, snug-fitting black knit or lightweight running gloves.
Black running shoes
Classic black athletic sneakers with white or black soles.
DIY: Use any dark athletic sneakers you already own.
White athletic socks
Classic white crew socks pulled up slightly over the bottom of the pants.
80s wire-rimmed glasses
Thin, gold or silver wire-rimmed prescription-style glasses to capture their yuppie aesthetic.
DIY: Pop the lenses out of cheap wire-frame sunglasses.
Rather not assemble it? See ready-made Todd and Margo costumes at Spirit Halloween ↗
How to put it together
- 1
Put on the matching metallic silver windbreaker jacket and zip it up to the collar.
- 2
Pull on the matching silver track pants, ensuring the elastic waistband fits comfortably.
- 3
Put on the white crew socks and pull them up slightly over the ankles of the pants.
- 4
Lace up your black running shoes.
- 5
Slip on the black athletic gloves.
- 6
Put on the wire-rimmed glasses and style your hair in a feathered 80s look to complete the transformation.
Makeup & hair
Keep makeup minimal and clean. For Todd, style hair in a feathered, side-parted 80s blow-dry. For Margo, style hair in a voluminous, feathered 80s bob or shoulder-length cut with lots of hairspray.
Todd and Margo for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- One person goes as Todd and the other as Margo in matching silver tracksuits.
- group
- Pair up with Clark and Ellen Griswold in their classic pajamas or winter gear.
- kids
- A miniature version using a shiny silver toddler tracksuit.
- Plus size
- Look for oversized metallic windbreakers with elastic waists for a comfortable, flexible fit.
Tips
- The metallic fabric doesn't breathe well, so wear lightweight cotton t-shirts and shorts underneath to stay cool.
- Practice your best deadpan, annoyed expressions for photos to capture their signature snobbish attitude.
- Carry a small prop like a vintage walkman or hand weights to lean into the 80s fitness vibe.
Todd and Margo costume FAQ
- What are Todd and Margo wearing in Christmas Vacation?
- They wear matching, shiny metallic silver sauna suits (tracksuits) with black running shoes, black gloves, and wire-rimmed glasses.
- Is the Todd and Margo costume warm?
- Yes, the metallic windbreaker material traps heat, making it great for chilly Halloween or Christmas parties, but you may want light layers underneath.
- How do we do a couples version of this costume?
- Both partners wear identical shiny silver tracksuits, black gloves, and black sneakers, with one styling their hair like Todd and the other like Margo.
Did you know? Todd and Margo's modern, minimalist house in the movie was actually located on the Warner Bros. Ranch backlot, right next door to the Griswold family home.