Troy Bolton Costume
Get your head in the game with this classic East High look.
Troy Bolton is the star athlete and secret theater kid of Disney's High School Musical franchise, making him a nostalgic favorite for costume parties. This look recreates his iconic red and white East High Wildcats basketball uniform. It is a sporty, highly recognizable, and comfortable outfit that is incredibly easy to put together.
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Time
- ~15 min
- Budget
- $25–60
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What you need for a Troy Bolton costume
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East High Wildcats Basketball Jersey
A red mesh basketball jersey featuring the number 14 and 'Wildcats' printed on the front in white and gold.
DIY: Use a plain red tank top and add white iron-on letters and numbers for 'Wildcats' and '14'.
Matching Red Basketball Shorts
Red athletic mesh shorts with white side stripes to match the jersey.
DIY: Use plain red gym shorts and fabric-glue white ribbon down the sides.
White Athletic Crew Socks
Classic white mid-calf athletic socks.
White Basketball Sneakers
Clean white athletic sneakers with minimal red or black accents.
DIY: Any clean white tennis shoes or sneakers will work.
Toy Basketball
A standard orange basketball to carry as a prop.
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How to put it together
- 1
Put on the red East High Wildcats basketball jersey over a bare chest or a plain white undershirt.
- 2
Pull on the matching red athletic shorts, securing them at the waist.
- 3
Pull the white athletic crew socks up to mid-calf height.
- 4
Lace up your clean white basketball sneakers.
- 5
Style your hair into Troy's signature mid-2000s shaggy look.
- 6
Grab the basketball and hold it under your arm to complete the look.
Makeup & hair
Style your hair into a classic mid-2000s shaggy 'mop-top' look with side-swept bangs using a bit of pomade or hair wax, or use a brown layered wig. Keep makeup natural or completely bare-faced.
Troy Bolton for couples, groups, kids & more
- couples
- Pair up with Gabriella Montez in her red and white scholastic decathlon outfit or her red party dress.
- group
- Gather friends to dress as Chad Danforth in his number 8 jersey, Sharpay Evans in a pink outfit, and Ryan Evans in a newsboy cap.
- kids
- Use a youth-sized Wildcats jersey set and a mini basketball for a comfortable, school-friendly costume.
- Plus size
- Look for unisex-fit mesh jerseys which offer a relaxed, breathable fit up to size 3XL.
- pet
- Dress your dog in a miniature red dog-sized athletic tank top.
Tips
- Carry a basketball as it instantly identifies who you are, even if people don't recognize the jersey immediately.
- Wear a plain white short-sleeve t-shirt under the jersey if you are wearing this to a chilly outdoor event.
- Practice a few classic basketball spins or poses for photos to capture Troy's athletic energy.
Troy Bolton costume FAQ
- What number does Troy Bolton wear?
- Troy Bolton wears the number 14 on his red and white East High Wildcats basketball jersey.
- How do I style my hair like Troy Bolton?
- Use a light styling cream or wax on damp hair to create a messy, layered, side-swept shaggy look typical of the mid-2000s.
- Is this costume comfortable for walking around?
- Yes, since it consists of a mesh jersey, gym shorts, and sneakers, it is one of the most comfortable and breathable costumes you can wear.
Did you know? High School Musical was filmed at the real East High School in Salt Lake City, Utah, and the school still uses the Wildcats mascot today.