How to Create a DJ Tanner Costume
DJ (short for Donna Jo) Tanner is the oldest Tanner sister on "Full House." She was played by Candace Cameron in the series. DJ is the big sister of Stephanie (played by Jodie Sweetin) and Michelle (played, in turns, by Mary Kate Olsen and Ashley Olsen). DJ was a very popular kid in school with a great academic standing. She's fun for anybody to dress up as for Halloween or for a rocking retro celebration.
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Things You'll Need
- Hair spray
- Long blond wig (if your hair is not long and blond)
- Blue shirt or sweater
- Blue jean skirt
- Socks
- Sneakers
- Full House DVD
Instructions
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Put in your "Full House" DVD. The age that you play DJ can vary based on your age. You can play very young DJ or high school graduate DJ. She went from around age 10 to 18 on the television series. You have your choice open. Watch whatever season corresponds with the DJ you want to represent for some added tips on mannerisms and quotes.
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Start with the hair. Get a long, dirty blond wig if you are not a natural blond. You need to get the hair spray ready. Brush each side of your hair (or wig) out, and spray it so that it stays slightly lifted on each side. You are going to need slightly big hair to play DJ. She didn't overdo it, but there was no flat hair for her. She was in with the trends of her time.
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Choose a stylish sweater. This could be like the deep blue one that DJ got for Valentine's Day, or it could be any color that you like the best. Make sure it has the style from the '80s.
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Pick a cute blue jean skirt. Faded is best, but any blue jean skirt will do. DJ wore these, especially on earlier episodes. They were very in with the times and the perfect look for her.
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Sport a pair of cute sneakers with socks that match your outfit. DJ was the oldest, and she was both responsible and very coordinated when it came to fashion.
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Grab the greatest pop hits of the '80s. D.J. was often seen singing along to pop music and there was an infamous episode where the girls break a window during the Grammy awards. Make sure you've got your tunes ready when you play this fun character. Bring along an old school style Walkman.
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Talk a lot about cute boys, your love of family, your boyfriend Steve, being a big sister and music. D.J. had many interests, but those are the most easily identified with this character. Also make a comment about George Michael music being worth more than cash, as D.J. did when she was trying to negotiate to get a horse.
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Tips & Warnings
Have your little sisters plays Michelle and Stephanie, if you have any.
Don't forget the hairspray. DJ used a lot to put her hair up.
