How to Make a Ziggy Stardust Costume

A Ziggy Stardust costume is sure to catch the eyes of many at a party.

Ziggy Stardust is the rock and roll alter ego created by David Bowie during the glam rock era of the early 1970s, who was known for outrageous, flashy outfits. Ziggy Stardust dressed in many different styles of clothing, all of which had a similar flamboyant edge. Bowie described Stardust's outfits as "something cobbled together from whatever was lying around." Although David Bowie likely has more outrageous clothes just lying around than the average person, you can let your creativity run a bit wild when choosing to personify Ziggy Stardust for a costume party.

Things You'll Need

• Jumpsuit
• Platform boots or shoes
• Mesh clothing
• Patterned tights
• Full-length overcoat
• Fake eyelashes
• Eye makeup

Instructions

1. Visit your local thrift store to search for pieces of your Ziggy Stardust costume. Stardust outfits are flexible and can be put together for a very low cost with pieces from a second-hand clothing store.

2. Search through your old clothing for additional Stardust costume pieces. Clothing that has contrasting patters or bright colors can add to the flamboyancy of your overall costume when paired together. Don't be afraid to clash.

3. Combine various clothing pieces together such as a jumpsuit, mesh top, patterned tights and a full-sized overcoat. Stardust costumes are flexible and can be made from whatever Ziggyesque clothing you can come up with.

4. Add platform boots or shoes to increase not only your height but also your resemblance to Ziggy Stardust.

5. Top off the costume with fake eyelashes and dramatic makeup. Stardust was often seen wearing heavy eyeliner and eye makeup.

Tips & Warnings

• Carry an MP3 player and small portable speakers concealed within the pockets of your Ziggy Stardust costume. Play tracks from Bowie's album, "The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars," while wearing your costume.

References

• 5 Years: The Ziggy Stardust Companion