How to a Create a Homemade Wrestling Costume

Your wrestling costume can pay homage to one of the legendary greats or be suited to your own personality.

Wrestlers are known for their flamboyant costumes and distinct personas. For your next costume choice, channel your wild side and dress up as one of your long-time favorites, like Hulk Hogan, or create your very own wrestling character. You can easily assemble a homemade costume by combining some spandex pants and few other accessories like bandannas or a mask. Once you're in your costume, remember to live up to the exciting energy wrestlers are known for.

Things You'll Need

• Spandex pants
• Spandex or Lycra top
• Felt or Lycra fabric
• Needle and Thread
• Bandanna (optional)
• Mask (optional)
• Belt (optional)
• Wig (optional)
• Bright socks
• Boots

Instructions

1. Decide if you would like to dress up as your favorite wrestler, like Hulk Hogan for example, or if you would like to create your own character.

2. Pick out spandex colors that match the look you are going for. Decide if you would like to wear spandex shorts or pants. Choose a spandex top that coordinates with the look you want.

3. Accessorize your costume by sewing on designs, letters or a name using felt or Lycra material.

4. Add other elements to your costume such as a bandanna, mask, belt or wig.

5. Wear bright socks that match your wrestling attire. Put on your boots and you are ready to rumble.

Tips & Warnings

• Don't be afraid to be too outlandish; as a wrestler you can never be too over-the-top.

• Other accessories to consider are face paint, sunglasses, jewelry and gloves.

References

• Coolest Homemade Costumes: Wrestling Costumes
• Costume Idea Zone