How to Make a Michael Jackson Costume

Due to his recent death, Michael Jackson is all over the media again. Whether you want to celebrate the talented musician or just find a great Halloween costume idea, consider making a Michael Jackson costume, especially one that reflects his iconic 80s look. It’s easier than it seems!

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Wear black high-water slacks, a white dress shirt, and a black jacket.

2. 
    
   Michael Jackson's glove and armband

   Put on white socks, shiny black dress shoes, a silver sequined or white glove on your right hand, and an armband on your right arm.

3. Buy a wig or dye your hair black and style it to look wet and curly like Michael Jackson’s. Top with a black fedora (hat).

4. Use foundation (makeup) to lighten or darken your skin tone. Outline your eyes with black eyeliner and put on a little mascara.

5. 
    
   Michael Jackson in "Thriller"

   Other Michael Jackson costume ideas are the red leather outfit from “Thriller” (with creepy eyes and fangs), anything leather or sparkly, and a white undershirt with an unbuttoned white dress shirt.

Tips & Warnings

• Learn how to moonwalk and dance for that extra Michael Jackson touch.
• Other accessories you could use are sunglasses, a bowtie, a microphone, or a stuffed monkey.

[kims3003]

on 11/9/2009 we did this - thanks for the great idea and instructions.

[torres472]

on 10/18/2009 it cool

[justinhi]

on 10/4/2009 Great idea, and good article.5*