How to Dress Like Hunter S. Thompson
The great Gonzo journalist and author Hunter S. Thompson is known for a great number of things, including how he dressed. He had a very specific look, and every Halloween there are at least one or two adaptations of Hunter S. Thompson running around. So, no, you most likely won't be sporting the most unique costume, but you may be surprised by how many people recognize you. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Sailors hat
- Polo shirt
- Oversized, multicolored jacket
- Khaki shorts or pants
- Converse style tennis shoes
- Cigarette in a cigarette holder
Instructions
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Wear a sailor's hat, like the one Gilligan wore on "Gilligan's Island." It's best if it's khaki or white-colored, but it can be just about any color or pattern. Later in life, he wore a white cowboy hat with the sides pointing upward.
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Wear a solid colored polo shirt, or put on a loud, patterned button-down shirt.
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Wear an over sized, loudly colored jacket. If possible, find one with patches of various colors sewn onto it, or you may choose to sew them on yourself.
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Wear khaki shorts that only come down to about the middle of your thighs. If it is cold--or you prefer to wear pants--wear khakis.
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Wear white, tan or beige Converse-style tennis shoes.
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Add accessories. The most quintessential Hunter S. Thompson prop is a cigarette holder. Another good prop is a pair of mirrored Aviator sunglasses.
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Tips & Warnings
If you find yourself in need of further assistance to properly dress like Hunter Thompson, just watch "Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas." The film is based on Thompson's book, and it stars Johnny Depp as the man himself.
