Travis Kelce Costume
Channel the Chiefs' star tight end with this easy game-day look.
Dressing up as Travis Kelce is a massive hit for sports fans and pop culture enthusiasts alike, especially when paired with a Taylor Swift costume. The look centers on his iconic Kansas City Chiefs number 87 jersey, athletic gear, and signature facial hair. It is a comfortable, instantly recognizable costume that is perfect for parties or game days.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $30–120
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What you need for a Travis Kelce costume
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Spirit Halloween sells the complete Travis Kelce costume — one box instead of 6 pieces.
Red Kansas City Chiefs Jersey
A red mesh football jersey featuring the number 87 printed in white and gold on the front, back, and shoulders.
DIY: Use a plain red t-shirt and add white fabric paint or iron-on numbers for 87.
White Football Pants
White athletic pants or compression tights, ideally with red and yellow stripes down the sides.
DIY: Wear plain white sweatpants or joggers.
Chiefs Baseball Cap
A red baseball cap featuring the Kansas City Chiefs arrowhead logo.
DIY: Use a plain red baseball cap.
Fake Mustache and Beard
A short, well-groomed brown adhesive mustache and stubble beard if you do not have your own.
DIY: Draw on stubble and a mustache using a brown makeup pencil.
Athletic Cleats or Sneakers
White and red athletic sneakers or football cleats.
DIY: Use any pair of white running shoes you already own.
Gold Chain Necklace
A simple, thick gold chain necklace to mimic his off-field and pre-game style.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the white athletic pants or joggers.
- 2
Slip on the red Kansas City Chiefs number 87 jersey over a plain white t-shirt.
- 3
Apply the fake mustache and beard, or trim your own facial hair to match Kelce's signature stubble and mustache look.
- 4
Put on the red Kansas City Chiefs baseball cap, wearing it forward.
- 5
Lace up your white and red athletic sneakers or cleats.
- 6
Accessorize with a gold chain necklace around your neck and carry an American football under your arm.
Makeup & hair
Keep your hair short and neat under the baseball cap. Use a brown eyebrow pencil to fill in or draw on a short, trimmed mustache and light stubble if you do not use a fake beard.
Travis Kelce for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with someone dressed as Taylor Swift in her Chiefs game-day red windbreaker or a sequined Eras Tour outfit.
- group
- Gather friends to dress as Patrick Mahomes (number 15 jersey), Andy Reid (red windbreaker and mustache), and Chiefs fans.
- kids
- Use a youth-sized number 87 jersey, black eye paint under the eyes, and a mini football.
- Plus size
- Football jerseys have a naturally loose, oversized fit that is highly accommodating and comfortable for all body types.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a red dog-sized football jersey with '87' written on the back.
Tips
- Wear black smudge marks (eye black) under your eyes using face paint or black tape for an authentic game-day look.
- Carry a football as a simple prop that keeps your hands busy and makes great photo poses.
- If attending an outdoor party, the jersey easily layers over a red or black hoodie to keep you warm.
- Keep the facial hair neat; Kelce is known for a very clean, sharp fade and trimmed mustache.
Travis Kelce costume FAQ
- What number does Travis Kelce wear?
- Travis Kelce wears the number 87 for the Kansas City Chiefs.
- How do I make a DIY Travis Kelce costume?
- Use a plain red t-shirt and apply white iron-on numbers for '87' on the front and back, then pair it with white joggers and a red cap.
- What is the best couples costume for Travis Kelce?
- The ultimate couples costume is pairing Travis Kelce in his Chiefs jersey with Taylor Swift in a red Chiefs jacket or a sparkly concert outfit.
Did you know? Travis Kelce chose the number 87 to honor his older brother, Jason Kelce, who was born in 1987 and also played in the NFL.